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This masterfully renovated home features modern updates that complement the homes historical features and floor plan to maximize space throughout. Zoned O-2 to allow for short term rentals and only blocks from the Magnolia Silos in the Downtown District allowing for a turn key, fully furnished rental property. Recent renovations left nothing untouched with a keen attention to detail and finish work. Each bedroom and bathroom were made functional yet left no wasted space throughout. View More

This masterfully renovated home features modern updates that complement the homes historical features and floor plan to maximize space throughout. Zoned O-2 to allow for short term rentals and only blocks from the Magnolia Silos in the Downtown District allowing for a turn key, fully furnished rental property. Recent renovations left nothing untouched with a keen attention to detail and finish work. Each bedroom and bathroom were made functional yet left no wasted space throughout.

Charm, charm, charm everywhere you look! If you are looking for a house with character - this is it! A huge front porch to greet you as you step into this beautiful 2-story home in McGregor. The first floor features 2 living areas, a formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast nook, an office and half bath. The second floor has 4 bedrooms and a full bath...and don't miss the huge full attic space. Outside is a wonderfully landscaped lot with huge trees and a detached garage/workshop with electricity and a porte cochere. Conveniently located just a few blocks from historic downtown McGregor. View More

Charm, charm, charm everywhere you look! If you are looking for a house with character - this is it! A huge front porch to greet you as you step into this beautiful 2-story home in McGregor. The first floor features 2 living areas, a formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast nook, an office and half bath. The second floor has 4 bedrooms and a full bath...and don't miss the huge full attic space. Outside is a wonderfully landscaped lot with huge trees and a detached garage/workshop with electricity and a porte cochere. Conveniently located just a few blocks from historic downtown McGregor.

This Charming 1920'2 farmhouse located in uptown, just 1 mile from the Silos District, Downtown Waco and Baylor University. The interior of this fully renovated home includes 5 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a wonderful open-concept floorpan throughout. Charming features and accents throughout complement the original architecture. Zoned O-2 this property meets the qualifications for a short term rental license in Waco. Move in ready with furnishings throughout conveying. View More

This Charming 1920'2 farmhouse located in uptown, just 1 mile from the Silos District, Downtown Waco and Baylor University. The interior of this fully renovated home includes 5 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a wonderful open-concept floorpan throughout. Charming features and accents throughout complement the original architecture. Zoned O-2 this property meets the qualifications for a short term rental license in Waco. Move in ready with furnishings throughout conveying.

Revitalized 1900's built home renovated with modern farmhouse detail. Known as "The Black and White House" on AirBnb this home is only 4 blocks from the Magnolia Silos and Magnolia Press and less than a mile from Baylor. Thoughtful planning and detail has been put into showcasing historical elements, adding modern style, and focusing on comfort. Featuring plenty of space to host throughout as well as comfortable sized rooms to host many guests. Zoned O-2 this property meets the qualifications for a short term rental license in Waco. Move in ready with furnishings throughout conveying. View More

Revitalized 1900's built home renovated with modern farmhouse detail. Known as "The Black and White House" on AirBnb this home is only 4 blocks from the Magnolia Silos and Magnolia Press and less than a mile from Baylor. Thoughtful planning and detail has been put into showcasing historical elements, adding modern style, and focusing on comfort. Featuring plenty of space to host throughout as well as comfortable sized rooms to host many guests. Zoned O-2 this property meets the qualifications for a short term rental license in Waco. Move in ready with furnishings throughout conveying.

Commercial? Residential? Rental Income? This property is not only a historical downtown residence, it also boasts as a SuperHost AirBNB on the property and has established rental income from the office suite in the newly remodeled carriage house. This is a gorgeous historical home. Come be a part of Waco's most elite downtown history. Built in 1911, the beauty was stripped down to the studs and completely rebuilt. Sparing no expense, you'll find high-end features and amenities from top to bottom. The dual staircase is truly one-of-a-kind! Superior efforts have been made in order to maintain the integrity, charm, and history of the home. You'll find a totally restored, modern kitchen, along with lovely hardwood floors, tall ceilings, wide molding/trim, and multiple rooms with original chimneys. Upstairs features a private deck that's perfect for summer nights in Texas. Step out back to a fabulous carriage house that is currently a Super Host AirBNB and Office Suite both with established incomes. This space could also be leased or used as the perfect mother-in-law/college quarters. Or... turn one of Waco's oldest and finest historical homes & property into a top-of-the-line bed & breakfast. The entire property is zoned 0-3 which is commercial/residential. Over 100 years old this stunning home is more lovely than ever! View More

Commercial? Residential? Rental Income? This property is not only a historical downtown residence, it also boasts as a SuperHost AirBNB on the property and has established rental income from the office suite in the newly remodeled carriage house. This is a gorgeous historical home. Come be a part of Waco's most elite downtown history. Built in 1911, the beauty was stripped down to the studs and completely rebuilt. Sparing no expense, you'll find high-end features and amenities from top to bottom. The dual staircase is truly one-of-a-kind! Superior efforts have been made in order to maintain the integrity, charm, and history of the home. You'll find a totally restored, modern kitchen, along with lovely hardwood floors, tall ceilings, wide molding/trim, and multiple rooms with original chimneys. Upstairs features a private deck that's perfect for summer nights in Texas. Step out back to a fabulous carriage house that is currently a Super Host AirBNB and Office Suite both with established incomes. This space could also be leased or used as the perfect mother-in-law/college quarters. Or... turn one of Waco's oldest and finest historical homes & property into a top-of-the-line bed & breakfast. The entire property is zoned 0-3 which is commercial/residential. Over 100 years old this stunning home is more lovely than ever!

This home is a must see for anyone craving a one of a kind home! This beautiful Mediterranean style home was built in 1926 and has so much old school charm that you notice from your first step to the front porch up to the second floor stained glass you can't miss as you walk up the staircase. This home also features a guest suite that has a fully equipped kitchen, laundry hookups and full bathroom. Enjoy the nostalgia of the Castle Heights area of Waco that is minutes from downtown, Baylor University and all that Waco has to offer. Schedule your private showing today! View More

This home is a must see for anyone craving a one of a kind home! This beautiful Mediterranean style home was built in 1926 and has so much old school charm that you notice from your first step to the front porch up to the second floor stained glass you can't miss as you walk up the staircase. This home also features a guest suite that has a fully equipped kitchen, laundry hookups and full bathroom. Enjoy the nostalgia of the Castle Heights area of Waco that is minutes from downtown, Baylor University and all that Waco has to offer. Schedule your private showing today!

This beautifully restored and remodeled "1888 Estate" is located in the historic city of West, TX. Sitting on .53 acres of gorgeous trees and lush lawn, this 7 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home with its original charm has 4300 sq. ft. is close to shopping or dining out, or just a short distance to Waco. 11 ft. ceilings on both floors enhance its beauty! It also features 2 living areas, a formal dining, and kitchen. Each bedroom has its own unique design, is beautifully furnished and has a separate lock for privacy. The walls are 3 bricks thick with a stucco exterior. Previously the home was owned and used as a successful Air BNB. This beautiful estate has so many ways it can be utilized- from your own private home or for a long term investment property. It is definitely a must see! View More

This beautifully restored and remodeled "1888 Estate" is located in the historic city of West, TX. Sitting on .53 acres of gorgeous trees and lush lawn, this 7 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home with its original charm has 4300 sq. ft. is close to shopping or dining out, or just a short distance to Waco. 11 ft. ceilings on both floors enhance its beauty! It also features 2 living areas, a formal dining, and kitchen. Each bedroom has its own unique design, is beautifully furnished and has a separate lock for privacy. The walls are 3 bricks thick with a stucco exterior. Previously the home was owned and used as a successful Air BNB. This beautiful estate has so many ways it can be utilized- from your own private home or for a long term investment property. It is definitely a must see!

Investment Property. Being sold as is. View More

Investment Property. Being sold as is.

Gorgeous, historical home in the heart of a cozy, sweet Texas hometown. Recently remodeled from the ground up, and just a few minutes from Waco or Groesbeck. Fourth bedroom could be an office/craft room, and upstairs features a fabulous second living area. Upstairs balcony is the prime location for enjoying relaxing summer evenings. The backyard is large, shaded, and fenced with a detached carport/storage building. Plenty of room to being your entire family, entertain all of your friends, and ready for you to call this one HOME. View More

Gorgeous, historical home in the heart of a cozy, sweet Texas hometown. Recently remodeled from the ground up, and just a few minutes from Waco or Groesbeck. Fourth bedroom could be an office/craft room, and upstairs features a fabulous second living area. Upstairs balcony is the prime location for enjoying relaxing summer evenings. The backyard is large, shaded, and fenced with a detached carport/storage building. Plenty of room to being your entire family, entertain all of your friends, and ready for you to call this one HOME.

Have dreams of renovating a classic home back to its original grandeur? Underneath carpet and linoleum you will find original hardwood floors. Remove the wallpaper from this 2751 sqft , 5 bed, 2 bath home and you will find shiplap walls. Built in 1918 the home has beautiful doors throughout reflective of that era. There are two working fireplaces that would make this home a cozy place to be on a cool winter day. The large front porch would be the perfect place to gather! The side porch leads to a long room once used as an office. On either side of the house, you will find brand new detached garages…one includes an automatic garage door opener. Huge beams and large concrete footers make for an extremely sturdy foundation that will last for years to come! Yes, this Texas home has a small basement that would be great for storage. The home has central air and gas heat. A gas stove and oven would work beautifully in a newly renovated kitchen. The possibilities are endless so bring your favorite contractor along to lead the way in the renovation of this great home!!! View More

Have dreams of renovating a classic home back to its original grandeur? Underneath carpet and linoleum you will find original hardwood floors. Remove the wallpaper from this 2751 sqft , 5 bed, 2 bath home and you will find shiplap walls. Built in 1918 the home has beautiful doors throughout reflective of that era. There are two working fireplaces that would make this home a cozy place to be on a cool winter day. The large front porch would be the perfect place to gather! The side porch leads to a long room once used as an office. On either side of the house, you will find brand new detached garages…one includes an automatic garage door opener. Huge beams and large concrete footers make for an extremely sturdy foundation that will last for years to come! Yes, this Texas home has a small basement that would be great for storage. The home has central air and gas heat. A gas stove and oven would work beautifully in a newly renovated kitchen. The possibilities are endless so bring your favorite contractor along to lead the way in the renovation of this great home!!!

Nestled behind sprawling pecan trees and established landscape sits an Austin Avenue estate awaiting its new owner. The historic Austin Avenue is home to some of Waco’s most storied homes. This home touches elements of a Tudor Revival while also being unique to its own design. As you approach the property, your mind will start to wonder of the stories this house could tell of social gatherings, family events, and life-long memories. Constructed by Wilton & Ethel Lanning in 1929, the original design and layout has been preserved while adding modern amenities for comfortability. The arched entry gives way to an open living space with hardwood floors that lead to the dining room. The natural light makes its way through the front of the home so well you’ll hardly need the recessed lighting until evening. The large dining room leads you to the kitchen with a traditional style that transcends time. This galley kitchen has great storage and countertop space and moves well for the active chef. On the opposite side of the home is a converted flex space that was believed to be the carriage house attached to the home - the current owner used this space as an office and yoga studio. The three upstairs bedrooms consist of a primary bedroom and two guest bedrooms. The primary bedroom has an updated bathroom and a walk-out patio. The two guest rooms share an updated hall bath. Detached and behind the main house sits a two-car garage with an upstairs living quarters equipped with a kitchenette, living room, and bedroom with a full bathroom. This guest house feature currently cannot be added if not already in place for this neighborhood, per neighborhood association. The guest house has hardwood floors and an abundance of privacy. This historic Waco home with a storied past is something that rarely hits the market. If you’re interested in adding to this home’s memories, schedule a tour today! View More

Nestled behind sprawling pecan trees and established landscape sits an Austin Avenue estate awaiting its new owner. The historic Austin Avenue is home to some of Waco’s most storied homes. This home touches elements of a Tudor Revival while also being unique to its own design. As you approach the property, your mind will start to wonder of the stories this house could tell of social gatherings, family events, and life-long memories. Constructed by Wilton & Ethel Lanning in 1929, the original design and layout has been preserved while adding modern amenities for comfortability. The arched entry gives way to an open living space with hardwood floors that lead to the dining room. The natural light makes its way through the front of the home so well you’ll hardly need the recessed lighting until evening. The large dining room leads you to the kitchen with a traditional style that transcends time. This galley kitchen has great storage and countertop space and moves well for the active chef. On the opposite side of the home is a converted flex space that was believed to be the carriage house attached to the home - the current owner used this space as an office and yoga studio. The three upstairs bedrooms consist of a primary bedroom and two guest bedrooms. The primary bedroom has an updated bathroom and a walk-out patio. The two guest rooms share an updated hall bath. Detached and behind the main house sits a two-car garage with an upstairs living quarters equipped with a kitchenette, living room, and bedroom with a full bathroom. This guest house feature currently cannot be added if not already in place for this neighborhood, per neighborhood association. The guest house has hardwood floors and an abundance of privacy. This historic Waco home with a storied past is something that rarely hits the market. If you’re interested in adding to this home’s memories, schedule a tour today!

This beautifully restored and remodeled "1888 Estate" is located in the historic city of West, TX. Sitting on .53 acres of gorgeous trees and lush lawn, this 7 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home with its original charm has 4300 sq. ft. is close to shopping or dining out, or just a short distance to Waco. 11 ft. ceilings on both floors enhance its beauty! It also features 2 living areas, a formal dining, and kitchen. Each bedroom has its own unique design, is beautifully furnished and has a separate lock for privacy. The walls are 3 bricks thick with a stucco exterior. Previously the home was owned and used as a successful Air BNB. This beautiful estate has so many ways it can be utilized- from your own private home or for a long term investment property. It is definitely a must see! View More

This beautifully restored and remodeled "1888 Estate" is located in the historic city of West, TX. Sitting on .53 acres of gorgeous trees and lush lawn, this 7 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home with its original charm has 4300 sq. ft. is close to shopping or dining out, or just a short distance to Waco. 11 ft. ceilings on both floors enhance its beauty! It also features 2 living areas, a formal dining, and kitchen. Each bedroom has its own unique design, is beautifully furnished and has a separate lock for privacy. The walls are 3 bricks thick with a stucco exterior. Previously the home was owned and used as a successful Air BNB. This beautiful estate has so many ways it can be utilized- from your own private home or for a long term investment property. It is definitely a must see!

This beautiful 1930's home in Waco's finest historical neighborhood is available for sale! Large shade trees and established landscaping greet you when you pull up to this charming home. With over 3700 sq feet in the main house there is plenty of space making up the 5 bedrooms and several living spaces. Original hardwood floors and crown moldings are just some of the beautiful details of this home. Updated kitchen boasts granite countertops and a double oven. Your guests will never want to leave with over 500 sq feet of detached guest house. Enjoy the convenience of downtown Waco, Baylor, the Silos and watching the activity at the famed Cottonwood Castle! View More

This beautiful 1930's home in Waco's finest historical neighborhood is available for sale! Large shade trees and established landscaping greet you when you pull up to this charming home. With over 3700 sq feet in the main house there is plenty of space making up the 5 bedrooms and several living spaces. Original hardwood floors and crown moldings are just some of the beautiful details of this home. Updated kitchen boasts granite countertops and a double oven. Your guests will never want to leave with over 500 sq feet of detached guest house. Enjoy the convenience of downtown Waco, Baylor, the Silos and watching the activity at the famed Cottonwood Castle!

This beautifully restored and remodeled 1888 Estate is located in the historic city of West, TX. Sitting on .53 acres of gorgeous trees and lush lawn, this 7 bedroom, 3 and a half bath home with its original charm has 4300 sq. ft., is close to shopping or dining out, or just a short distance to Waco. 11 ft. ceilings on both floors enhance its beauty! It also features 2 living areas, a formal dining, and kitchen. Each bedroom has its own unique design, is beautifully furnished and has a separate lock for privacy. The walls are 3 bricks thick with a stucco exterior. Previously the home was owned and used as a successful Air BNB. This beautiful estate has so many ways it can be utilized- from your own private home or for a long term investment property. It is definitely a must see! View More

This beautifully restored and remodeled 1888 Estate is located in the historic city of West, TX. Sitting on .53 acres of gorgeous trees and lush lawn, this 7 bedroom, 3 and a half bath home with its original charm has 4300 sq. ft., is close to shopping or dining out, or just a short distance to Waco. 11 ft. ceilings on both floors enhance its beauty! It also features 2 living areas, a formal dining, and kitchen. Each bedroom has its own unique design, is beautifully furnished and has a separate lock for privacy. The walls are 3 bricks thick with a stucco exterior. Previously the home was owned and used as a successful Air BNB. This beautiful estate has so many ways it can be utilized- from your own private home or for a long term investment property. It is definitely a must see!

Introducing a historic home that exudes both beauty and charm! “The Gorman House” is the remodeled home that introduced Chip & Joanna Gaines to the world when it aired on the second episode of Fixer Upper. With spacious living arrangements, architectural integrity, stunning curb appeal & a prime location near Waco’s attractions - this exceptional home is a rare find! Built in 1911, this Craftsman-style home was completely remodeled in 2013 to create a perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The Gorman House is situated on a large lot with established landscaping and mature trees. Guests will immediately feel a warm welcome when they step onto the spacious front porch that flows seamlessly into the home. Once inside, you will find well designed living spaces perfect for hosting. Two seating areas and a stunning kitchen are the highlights of the first floor. Gorgeous wood floors and ample natural light highlight the unique architectural features throughout the home. The second story hosts two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and two bedrooms with a Jack & Jill bathroom. Continuing up the custom staircase, you will discover another private attractive space. This space features a cozy seating area, bedroom and ensuite bath that is the perfect secluded retreat! A detached carriage house is also located on the property and was beautifully remodeled in 2018. The carriage house features two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, an attractive kitchen and living area. The Gorman House currently operates as a successful vacation rental that captures attention on Airbnb and VRBO. Whether you are looking for a dream home for yourself or an investment property, The Gorman House is a must see! View More

Introducing a historic home that exudes both beauty and charm! “The Gorman House” is the remodeled home that introduced Chip & Joanna Gaines to the world when it aired on the second episode of Fixer Upper. With spacious living arrangements, architectural integrity, stunning curb appeal & a prime location near Waco’s attractions - this exceptional home is a rare find! Built in 1911, this Craftsman-style home was completely remodeled in 2013 to create a perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The Gorman House is situated on a large lot with established landscaping and mature trees. Guests will immediately feel a warm welcome when they step onto the spacious front porch that flows seamlessly into the home. Once inside, you will find well designed living spaces perfect for hosting. Two seating areas and a stunning kitchen are the highlights of the first floor. Gorgeous wood floors and ample natural light highlight the unique architectural features throughout the home. The second story hosts two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and two bedrooms with a Jack & Jill bathroom. Continuing up the custom staircase, you will discover another private attractive space. This space features a cozy seating area, bedroom and ensuite bath that is the perfect secluded retreat! A detached carriage house is also located on the property and was beautifully remodeled in 2018. The carriage house features two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, an attractive kitchen and living area. The Gorman House currently operates as a successful vacation rental that captures attention on Airbnb and VRBO. Whether you are looking for a dream home for yourself or an investment property, The Gorman House is a must see!

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