Perched above Landon Branch Creek and nestled among the treetops, this extraordinary mid-century modern residence—designed and originally inhabited by renowned Waco architect Robert S. Bennett—is a rare architectural gem. Cantilevered from a limestone bluff and evoking the essence of a treehouse, the home blends seamlessly into its natural surroundings while offering magical interior and exterior views through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Entered at street level, the home unfolds onto a large, covered deck and a captivating interior filled with natural light and original design elements that honor its 1978 roots, including natural wood cabinets, vintage kitchen hardware, a vibrant pumpkin-colored Formica countertop in the laundry room, New Orleans Blue porcelain sinks and commode, and Central American tile accents—a nod to NancyLu Bennett’s Latin American Studies background. Though timeless in character, the home has been meticulously renovated over the past three years with upwards of $225,000 in updates, including new flooring, lighting, paint, glass, bathroom and kitchen remodels, appliance upgrades, and expanded closets in the primary and secondary bedrooms. The home also features two balconies, a two-car carport with storage, a 20x24 workshop or game room below the main level, a rebuilt exterior stair system, and newly added multi-level decks. Whether enjoying the serene, wooded views, cozying up by the tiled fireplace, or entertaining in style, this multi-level masterpiece offers a private, artful sanctuary just minutes from Lake Waco and city conveniences—an iconic residence with only two owners in its storied history.
For sale
Price cut: $35K (6/29)
$485,000
3020 N 43rd St, Waco, TX 76710
3beds
2,104sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.38 Acres Lot
$465,400 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Landon branch creekTwo balconiesExpansive floor-to-ceiling windowsFilled with natural lightNew flooringSerene wooded viewsMulti-level decks
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 10:45am
Listed by:
Ashley Burgess Weist 0542105 254-741-1500,
Kelly, Realtors 254-741-1500
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 20930688
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Built-in Features, En Suite Bathroom, Multiple Shower Heads
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Jack and Jill Bath, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Tile Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features, Galley Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Tile Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Workshop
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Double Vanity, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,104 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Additional Parking, Storage
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Deck, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Backs to Greenbelt/Park, Many Trees, Steep Slope, Sloped, Sprinkler System
- Topography: Rough
Details
- Parcel number: 480184020045018
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Separate Meters, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs
- Security: Security System Leased
- Subdivision: Forrest Oaks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waco
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $366,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,466
- Date on market: 5/9/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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