Monte Vista is a historical community located in the Midtown area of San Antonio, near downtown. There are a wide variety of homes in this neighborhood due to its lengthy history, many of which were built between 1890 and the early 1900s. These homes are quite large in addition to being architecturally unique, which give the neighborhood an eclectic look. Due to the popularity and historic appeal of the neighborhood, as well as the prime location near downtown San Antonio, homes in Monte Vista are some of the most expensive in the area.