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  • Price cut: $20K (12/22)
    $679,990

    979 Old Mexia Rd, Waco, TX 76705

    6beds
    1,556sqft
    : 
    Farm, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1987
    5 Acres Lot
    $653,600 Zestimate®
    $437/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Fully fenced propertySpacious barnNew flooringExpanded carportModernized bathroomFenced pasturesCattle-ready fencing
    Welcome to your private 5-acre retreat just minutes from the heart of Waco. This fully fenced property offers an exceptional blend of comfort, versatility, and potential—featuring three separate homes, a barn, working shed, and cattle-ready fencing, making it perfect for multi-family living, income potential, or anyone seeking wide-open Texas living with space to grow. The main home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, newly renovated from top to bottom by a professional custom-home builder. Upgrades include new flooring, walls, and a modernized bathroom, plus an expanded carport and refined finishes that bring craftsmanship and style together. The second home is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath dwelling attached to the main structure. Previously rented, it remains unfinished and ready for your touch—ideal for guest quarters, rental income, or extended family use. The third home is a brand-new 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage, offering modern comfort and flexibility for a guesthouse or additional rental. Outdoors, you’ll find a spacious barn, fenced pastures, and a working shed, perfect for livestock, storage, or hobby projects. With 5 acres of land, there’s ample room to expand, build, or customize to your vision. The owner—being a seasoned custom-home builder—is open to working with buyers to complete or personalize the property to their exact specifications. With the right offer and a signed contract, you can bring your dream home to life with a builder who knows the property inside and out. With 5 acres, multiple homes, and a builder ready to help realize your vision—imagine the possibilities this Waco gem offers!
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: February 27, 2026 at 10:27am

    Listed by:

    Matthew Bassi 749056,

    All City Real Estate Ltd. Co 866-277-6005

    Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21093363

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Built-in Features
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 15 x 11
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 15 x 15
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave
      Features
      • Built-in Features
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,556 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Attached Carport, Additional Parking
      • Carport spaces: 5
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 5 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 280570000633076

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional,Farmhouse
      • Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Rock, Stone
      Condition
      • Year built: 1987

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Septic Available, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Tomas De La Vega
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Waco

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $437/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $456,560
      • Annual tax amount: $3,526
      • Date on market: 10/22/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 148 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Gravel
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        Estimated market value

        $653,600

        $621,000 - $686,000

        $2,236/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        12/22/2025Price change$679,990-2.9%$437/sqft
        Source: NTREIS #21093363 Report a problem
        10/22/2025Listed for sale$699,990+48.9%$450/sqft
        Source: NTREIS #21093363 Report a problem
        5/11/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Weichert Pro Report a problem
        5/8/2023Price change$470,000-2.1%$302/sqft
        Source: WMLS #213875 Report a problem
        3/8/2023Listed for sale$480,000$308/sqft
        Source: WMLS #213875 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,526 +117.4%$326,991 +79%
        2024$1,622 +30.9%$182,674 +10%
        2023$1,238 -33.9%$166,067 +10%
        2022$1,874 -6.8%$150,970 +10%
        2021$2,011 $137,245 +10%
        2020-- $124,768 +10%
        2019$1,597 $113,425 -0.7%
        2018$1,597 +9.1%$114,170 +21.8%
        2017$1,463 +5.5%$93,740 +2.9%
        2016$1,388 $91,060 +14%
        2015$1,388 $79,850
        2014$1,388 $79,850 +18.1%
        2012-- $67,636 +1.3%
        2011-- $66,759
        2010-- $66,759 +13.8%
        2009-- $58,679 +73.2%
        2008-- $33,875 +1.9%
        2007-- $33,257
        2006-- $33,257 +3.1%
        2005-- $32,249
        2004-- $32,249 +0.5%
        2003-- $32,081 -35.9%
        2002-- $50,036

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $4,030/mo
        Principal & interest
        $3237
        Property taxes
        $793
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 76705

          Getting around

          0 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          25 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: La Vega
          • High: La Vega
          • District: La Vega ISD

          Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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