Waco Real Estate
Waco, TX Homes: Big-City Amenities With Small-Town Heart
Waco, Texas is one of Central Texas's most beloved cities, and it's easy to see why. Sitting along the Brazos River, right where Interstate 35 meets U.S. Highway 84, Waco offers big-city amenities with genuine small-town warmth. It's centrally located between Dallas and Austin, making it a convenient spot for work, travel, and everyday living.
Waco's story goes back to 1849, when the town was laid out on the site of a former Waco Indian village along the Brazos River. The city grew quickly, especially after the railroad arrived in 1881, boosting the local economy through cotton and trade. In 1886, Baylor University moved to Waco, helping shape the city into an educational hub that continues today. Waco is also famously the birthplace of Dr Pepper, first bottled here in 1885, still celebrated at the beloved Dr Pepper Museum downtown.
In recent years, Waco has become a nationally known destination thanks to Chip and Joanna Gaines and their Magnolia Market at the Silos, drawing visitors from all over the country to shop, eat, and explore downtown. Families also love spending time at Cameron Park, a stunning 400-acre park along the Brazos River with hiking trails, playgrounds, and the popular Cameron Park Zoo. Outdoor lovers can also enjoy Lake Waco for boating and fishing, or visit the fascinating Waco Mammoth National Monument.
With top-notch schools, a growing job market, rich history, and a lively downtown, Waco offers something for everyone — making it a wonderful place for buyers looking for the perfect mix of city convenience and hometown charm.
Waco, Texas is one of Central Texas's most beloved cities, and it's easy to see why. Sitting along the Brazos River, right where Interstate 35 meets U.S. Highway 84, Waco offers big-city amenities with genuine small-town warmth. It's centrally located between Dallas and Austin, making it a convenient spot for work, travel, and everyday living.
Waco's story goes back to 1849, when the town was laid out on the site of a former Waco Indian village along the Brazos River. The city grew quickly, especially after the railroad arrived in 1881, boosting the local economy through cotton and trade. In 1886, Baylor University moved to Waco, helping shape the city into an educational hub that continues today. Waco is also famously the birthplace of Dr Pepper, first bottled here in 1885, still celebrated at the beloved Dr Pepper Museum downtown.
In recent years, Waco has become a nationally known destination thanks to Chip and Joanna Gaines and their Magnolia Market at the Silos, drawing visitors from all over the country to shop, eat, and explore downtown. Families also love spending time at Cameron Park, a stunning 400-acre park along the Brazos River with hiking trails, playgrounds, and the popular Cameron Park Zoo. Outdoor lovers can also enjoy Lake Waco for boating and fishing, or visit the fascinating Waco Mammoth National Monument.
With top-notch schools, a growing job market, rich history, and a lively downtown, Waco offers something for everyone — making it a wonderful place for buyers looking for the perfect mix of city convenience and hometown charm.
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2014 W Elm Mott Drive
$1,125,000
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5305 Hillcrest Drive
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$45000
Waco Listings Summary
Waco - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Waco: $357,600 / County Avg $422,400
85%
Avg Taxes in Waco: $5,700 / County Avg $6,000
95%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Waco: 1,835 / County Avg 2,036
90%
Avg Price per/sqft in Waco:$195 / County Avg $207
94%
Avg Walkscore in Waco: 6 / County Avg 6
100%
Avg Year Built in Waco: 1975 / County Avg 1984
100%
Avg Days on Website in Waco: 327 / County Avg 333
98%
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