Construction Loans in San Antonio, TX
Find lenders offering construction loans in the San Antonio, including New Braunfels, Schertz, Boerne, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 14 lenders.
Construction Lenders Serving San Antonio
14 lenders offering construction loans in the San Antonio, TX area.
ConnectOne Bank
SBAENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ
New Jersey-based commercial bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, construction lending, and business banking. Serves entrepreneurs and businesses in the New York-New Jersey metro area.
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
One of the largest US banks. Commercial real estate lending, construction financing, and SBA loans through nationwide branch network.
Broadmark Realty Capital
Seattle, WA
Private real estate lender offering bridge, construction, and land loans. Now part of Ready Capital. Loans from $500K to $25M+.
CoreVest Finance
Irvine, CA
Rental portfolio and bridge lender for residential real estate investors. Build-to-rent and portfolio financing specialist. Redwood Trust subsidiary.
JPMorgan Chase
New York, NY
Major CMBS originator and commercial lender. Full range of CRE financing including conduit, agency, and balance sheet.
KeyBank Real Estate Capital
Cleveland, OH
Major bank CRE lender. Balance sheet, agency, and CMBS lending for multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties.
Lima One Capital
Greenville, SC
Private lender for real estate investors. DSCR loans require 1.5+ ratio, min FICO 700. 5, 10, and 30-year options. Up to 75% LTV on purchases.
Merchants Capital
Indianapolis, IN
Bank-backed commercial lender active in 47 states. Over $6.8B in financing. Specializes in multifamily, affordable housing, and healthcare.
New Silver Lending
FL
Direct lender for real estate investors. DSCR loans with no minimum DSCR requirement. Also offers fix-and-flip, bridge, and construction loans.
PNC Real Estate
Pittsburgh, PA
Top-10 US bank with dedicated commercial real estate lending. Construction, bridge, and permanent financing for major property types.
Stbridge Capital
Los Angeles, CA
Private money lender in California. Bridge, fix-and-flip, and ground-up construction loans. Fast closings for experienced investors.
US Bank
Minneapolis, MN
Fifth-largest US bank. CRE lending including construction, permanent, and SBA loans. Strong in multifamily and affordable housing.
Vaster
Miami, FL
Commercial bridge loan lender for CRE investors. Flexible short-term financing for acquisition, rehab, and construction.
Wells Fargo
San Francisco, CA
Top commercial real estate lender. CMBS, balance sheet, agency, and SBA lending across all property types.
San Antonio Commercial Real Estate Market
San Antonio's CRE market is shaped by a large military presence, a booming biosciences sector, and a tourism economy driven by the Alamo, the River Walk, and convention activity. Joint Base San Antonio — encompassing Fort Sam Houston, Lackland AFB, and Randolph AFB — is the city's largest employer and supports significant off-base commercial and hospitality demand in the surrounding corridors. The South Texas Medical Center on Fredericksburg Road is one of the largest medical employment concentrations in the state, generating sustained demand for medical office and life sciences space. The I-35 corridor north toward New Braunfels and the 1604 Loop suburban ring are the primary growth areas for retail, industrial, and multifamily development, while the Pearl Brewery district has become a nationally recognized adaptive reuse success story.
Key Economic Drivers
- ●Joint Base San Antonio (Fort Sam Houston, Lackland, Randolph), the largest joint military installation in the U.S.
- ●South Texas Medical Center corridor including UT Health San Antonio, Methodist Healthcare, and Christus Health
- ●Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas truck plant and associated supplier network on the south side
- ●Tourism and convention economy anchored by the River Walk, Alamo, and the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
Market Insight
San Antonio's cybersecurity industry has grown significantly due to the military's cyber operations presence at Lackland AFB and Port San Antonio, creating a specialized demand for secure office space and data center facilities in the surrounding corridors.
Construction Loans in San Antonio, Texas
Commercial construction loans fund new development or major rehabilitation projects. Funds are disbursed in stages as construction progresses. Most are short-term (12-36 months) and convert to permanent financing upon completion. In the San Antonio metro area, borrowers can access 14 lenders offering Construction financing, including New Braunfels, Schertz, Boerne, and surrounding areas. Loan amounts typically range from $500K to $100M with rates from 7% - 10%.
Who Should Consider Construction Loans?
- Ground-up development
- Major renovations
- Land + construction
- Build-to-suit projects
Key Requirements
- Detailed construction plans and budget
- Licensed general contractor
- Building permits
- Development experience (strongly preferred)
- 20-35% equity
Advantages
- ✓Interest only on drawn funds
- ✓Funds disbursed as needed
- ✓Can include land acquisition
- ✓Construction-to-permanent options available
Considerations
- •Requires detailed plans and budgets
- •Draw schedule inspections
- •Higher rates during construction
- •Completion risk on borrower
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