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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
    $641,800 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: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 27, 2025 at 10:28am

    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: 70 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Gravel
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    Estimated market value

    $641,800

    $610,000 - $674,000

    $2,809/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%

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $4,414/mo
    Principal & interest
    $3383
    Property taxes
    $793
    Home insurance
    $238

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 76705

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      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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