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July 5, 2015 IN THIS ISSUE Open House ........... Pg. 2
Leah Cox is president of the Waco Association of Realtors and is associated with Kelly, Realtors
Home Tours ........... Pg. 4
Do low oil prices hurt home sales?
Classifieds .............. Pg. 5
If you’re worried about lower oil prices and the effect on the state’s economy, there’s research that could put your mind at ease. While there is some relationship between the two, Jim Gaines, Ph.D., a research economist with the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, says historical data shows that this relationship is only correlation, not causation. “They do tend to have some relationship to each other, but there’s nothing that says just because the price of
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oil goes from X to Y that the monthly home sales are going from A to B,” Gaines told Texas REALTOR® magazine. “Historically, the state has had substantial and strong home-sale activity even without extremely high oil prices,” he says. At the same time, there are cutbacks in the oil industry, which means job losses for some Texans. However, Gaines says there are other influences on the housing market, including employment growth in non-energy sectors, population
growth, and low mortgage-interest rates. Explore this topic in depth in Jim Gaines’s article, “Texas 2015
Housing Market and the Price of Oil” in Tierra Grande.
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Driveways to mailboxes: Often overlooked items that drive curb appeal (BPT) - Selling or staying, it makes no difference - everyone wants a home that looks great from the curb. Curb appeal comes together when all the elements of a home’s facade are in good shape and working together. Driveways that are cracked or pitted with potholes, dingy front doors and other seemingly minor complaints like a shabby, scuffed mailbox, can all significantly detract from a home’s overall curb appeal. Here is a handful of projects many of them quick fixes - that can greatly enhance a home’s appearance. * Repair or resurface your driveway. For many homes, the driveway is one of the largest visual elements of the home’s overall curb appeal, ranking right up there with siding, the roof and the lawn. If winter was rough on your driveway, it’s time to think of making repairs. Concrete can crack and crumble, and asphalt develops potholes. Both can be repaired quickly and easily. For any driveway repair, make sure the area to be repaired has been cleaned of debris and loose materials. Cleaning with a hose or pressuring washing can improve the entire surface. For asphalt driveways, Sakrete U.S. Cold Patch is a ready-touse recycled asphalt product that permanently patches potholes, cracks and other defects without the oily mess or bad smell of a conventional blacktop patch. Simply pour the product into the pothole and tamp it down. It is not oily or sticky, so you can even use your car to do the job just drive tires over the patch to compress it. Concrete driveways can develop different types of cracks: very small and shallow resembling a dry river bed; cracks between 1/8 and 1/4 inch wide; and cracks wider and deeper than 1/4 inch. Your choice of repair method will depend on how you want the finished product to look and how much time you have to make the repair.
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Portland cement-based Sakete Top n Bond can be used to repair all three types of cracks, and will provide a finished look that most closely resembles the existing concrete driveway. For tiny cracks, simple coat the entire area with a thin layer of the patching material. Top n Bond easily fills cracks wider an deeper than 1/4 inch. You can also use it to repair areas where one slab of the driveway has sunk lower than the slab next to it. If appearance is less important, an even easier option for repairing cracks 1/8 to 1/4 inch wide is to use a tube product, like Sakrete Concrete & Mortar Repair, and apply it with a caulk gun. Repairing damaged asphalt or concrete driveways not only improves its appearance, it can help extend its life, too. * Put the shine on your mailbox It sits at the end of your driveway and often plays a key role in helping guests find your house. But do you give your mailbox the attention - and the credit - it’s due? Little things can mean a lot when it comes to creating curb appeal. While a mailbox that looks good might not get much attention, one that’s ugly or shabby is sure to draw the kind of attention you don’t want. If you live in a community that restricts what type of mailbox you can have, simply give your rusted, stained mailbox and the post it sits on a fresh coat of paint in its original color. If your community has no standards for mailboxes, you can swap out
an ordinary looking box with something that compliments your exterior design. Does your home have a brick facade? Consider a mailbox set in or on a brick pillar. If your house features fieldstone accents, consider carrying that over to the mailbox with a small, stonetrimmed planting bed at its base. * Lavish your front door with some TLC The door is the point where your exterior design meets your interior décor. It’s also an element that significantly impacts how visitors view your home. Give yours a fresh coat of paint or stain, and don’t forget the trim around the door.
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Next, consider lighting. Is the area around the door well lit? Good lighting is key not only for safety at night but also to enhance the appeal of the area. Consider sconces beside the door or an attractive overhead fixture if your door has an awning, porch or overhang. Ground lights can accent the effect, either illuminating the pathway that leads to the door or lighting up the door itself.
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Finally, take a look at the door hardware. Is the handle or knob looking rusted and shabby? Replacing worn or dated door hardware is an easy, cost-effective way to improve the overall look of your entryway. Anyone hoping to sell their home during warmer months can greatly enhance curb appeal by investing in these seemingly minor design elements.
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Wonderful Speegleville property that has been totally updated! New paint, carpet, tile, hot water heater, all new appliances, fixtures, doors, completely rewired, new tubs, commodes, cabinets & more. Located on 1.5 acres. Air compressor is less than 3 years old. New garage door and opener. Must see! MLS#160734 Woody Rogers, 722-0021 (2)
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Affordable home in North Waco. This 3BR/1.5BA features den with wood burning fireplace & built in entertainment center, formal living/den area and nice size bedrooms. Fenced backyard with storage building. $98,000 MLS#160450 (5)
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Amazing Ranchette in Lorena on almost 5 ac! 4BR/3.5BA, 3 car garage. Home boasts office, over size laundry w/ abundant storage, & space for frig. 2 eating areas. Kitchen has granite, high end appliances, island, large pantry, & flows w/ the open floor plan. WBFP, master over looks beautiful land, 2 walk in closets, large shower & oversize tub. Pipe & smooth wire fences perfect for horses. Wonderful barn w/ top of the line stalls, large tack room, large hay storage. Enjoy the peace & quiet! MLS#159988 (6)
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PROPERTY #2802428 Beautiful Austin Stone home in the popular Oak Creek Addition. 4BR/2 ½ BA with sparkling pool. Wonderful Family room centered with fireplace. Nice Kitchen with island and custom built in cabinets and storage. This home also has a Breakfast area, a formal dining room & nice study. Large Master bedroom with access to balcony to relax on. Great location! This home is a must see! MLS#160742 (9)
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PROPERTY #2835183 1925 Charmer with Craftsman architecture listed at $86,000. Enjoy time on the wrap around porch. 3/2 with lg rooms. New roof in 2014, updated electrical and plumbing. Central air and heat added 1996. All appliances remain in the home, as well as desk and dining room hutches. Fenced back yard. Lots of trees. Please call for your private showing. MLS#160985 (3)
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Trish Grif fin • 744Kyla Dieterich • 749-6069
PROPERTY #2824799 Beautifully updated & tastefully decorated 3BR/2BA with 2 living areas in Midway ISD. The backyard is an oasis, the perfect retreat, & the indoor/outdoor spaces lend themselves to entertaining with ease. MLS#160924 (7)
PROPERTY# 2446804 What a wonderful setting for your dream home - 3.69 acres in Badger Ranch! This interior estate lot is in Phase I of the subdivision, with large oaks & gently rolling terrain. Enjoy the walking trails, clubhouse, community pool, tennis courts, & views of the private lake from your back yard. $335,000 MLS#155128 (8)
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This gorgeous 4/3.5 has 3000+ sq ft & sits on 10+ ac in Lorena ISD - a very rare find! Isolated master suite downstairs w/2 more CR & 1.5 BA on the other end. One large BR & over-sized bath upstairs w/ loft & built-ins - perfect for game room/ office/guests. Sitting on a quiet hill w/ little traffic & a barn for your horses, it’s your country-side dream come true. Open floor plan, breakfast & dining area, & bar seating make this one perfect for entertaining & making memories! MLS#155977 (4)
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Peaceful & Private describe this beautiful 4BR/3.5BA home on 3.01 ac w/additional 2 ac available. Open kitchen w/island & stainless gas stove, pot filler, granite, & pantry. Isolated downstairs master BR w/separate office or work out room. Study could easily be 5th BR. Large walk in attic storage could be finished for more sq. footage. Gorgeous in private ground pool for entertaining. Must see at $459,900. MLS#160656 (1)
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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo in South Waco. Raised ceilings, covered patio/deck area, & sprinkler system. Call for more details! MLS#160061 (11) Trish Grif fin • 744Kevin Collins • 716-1908
Great home in the Old Oaks neighborhood! Kids can walk to school! Lovely corner lot w/big trees! Charming front porch to sit & relax! 288 sq. ft. heated & cooled sun room could also be used as a 4th BR! Additional rooms include a kitchen/den combo & a Formal Living/Dining combo! Double ovens & solid surface cook top make cooking & baking for entertaining family & friends easy and fun! Hall bath features a whirlpool tub! Neat as a pin & move in ready! MLS#161009 (12)
Brazos River home w/private boat ramp & over 2 acres. This well maintained custom home has inviting views from the covered porches that run the length of the house. A wall of windows across the back of the home give views of the river year round. Storage above the oversized garage is plumbed, wired & could easily be converted to a game room or bunkhouse. This home is a short 15 min boat ride to McLane stadium. A rare opportunity to own a turnkey property on a navigable stretch of the Brazos River. MLS#158649 (15)
Beautiful 3BR/2BA on almost 10 ac, in China Spring ISD. Extra room could be office, game room or family room. Large shop w/ garage area, apartment w/full bath, 2 10x20 dog kennels. Quiet seclusion at the end of a cul de sac, pond, and much more! This one is a must see! MLS#160290 (16)
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PROPERTY #2678331 Great location! 3BR/2BA home in China Spring. Living area w/tile floors, raised ceilings, & fireplace. Bright kitchen w/plenty of cabinets & counter space, breakfast area. Office space or dining area opens to living. Isolated master w/soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanities, & walk-in closet. Privacyfenced backyard w/nice deck & storage shed. Must see! MLS#159983 Trammell Kelly, 744-5818 (14)
Trish Grif fin • 744Trammell Kelly • 744-5818
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Trish Grif fin • 744John Derrick • 855-7777
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Fantastic Country Estate on 15.66 ac in China Spring. Gorgeous stone & iron entrance w/ .2 mile washed concrete drive & decorative lighting. Beautiful black pipe fencing surrounds the property. Stately stone custom home built by Pat Hambrick in 2010. Constructed w/ top of the line materials & finishes, this 8 BR/6.5BA, 8,604 sf home (per Architect) is one of the finest in Central Texas. Lg covered outdoor living area w/ fireplace, gas grill & food prep area. Custom pool w/ water feature, slide & hot tub. MLS#160483 (17)
Lake Air Tower. This is a great opportunity to be in a wonderful, friendly community. Many amenities that will make your life so much more enjoyable. 2/2 plus 2 covered parking spaces; washer/ dryer connections; nice view; good location and patio out every room will insure your enjoyment. MLS#154555 (18)
Trish Grif fin • 744Linda Porter • 855-5804
Trish • 744NancyGrif Huttofin • 717-0785
PROPERTY #2861209 South Bosque Elementary area 3/2/2 for under $200k! A mere 30 sec to River Valley Intermediate & a short 6 min to South Bosque Elementary. Lg corner lot, circle drive in the front, mature Live Oak & Bradford Pear trees, bonus sun room w/ WBFP, computer nook, & new paint throughout. Rear-facing garage, gutters, spacious living room/bedrooms, large fenced backyard w/a double gate for a boat, trailer, or RV. Oak cabinetry w/copper hardware. Easy access to shopping/restaurants. MLS#161135 (19)
J. Scot Sanders • 855-2522
PROPERTY #2718022 Talk about privacy, peace & quiet! House is 3312 sq. ft., 3 car garage on approx. 2 ac. Lg master/bath & walk in closets, office upstairs, lg bonus room can serve as BR if needed. Two lg bedrooms down stairs w/ Jack & Jill bath, wonderful open living & kitchen, lg pantry, roomy utility room w/sink & half bath down stairs. This property is heavily wooded, street w/no through traffic. Acreage runs from house to end of street. Home is available to sale with 4 add. acres. MLS#161139 (20)
Trish Grif fin• 749-2806 • 744Lori Richardson
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Upgrades that scream ‘luxury’ with cheaper-than-you-think price tags
Luxury, drama and energy efficiency are the trifecta of home decorating and improvement - and few upgrades deliver all three qualities as well as skylights. Because they admit abundant natural light into a room, skylights have a powerful impact. Install Energy Starqualified, no-leak, solar-powered freshair skylights like those from Velux America, and they can help reduce electric bills by providing natural light and passive ventilation. They draw no power and operate by a remote control that can be programmed for multiple functions. Add solar-powered blinds and the cost of the skylights and blinds, as well as installation costs, are eligible for a 30
The cost of installing a gas fireplace will vary, depending on many factors, including whether you have existing natural gas service to your home and a line in or near the room where you’ll be installing the fireplace. Although not a do-it-yourself job for most homeowners, installing a gas
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Granite bathroom vanities Granite remains the gold standard of luxury, beauty and function when you’re talking about countertops. Installing granite in a kitchen can be costly, especially if you have a lot of counter space to cover. With smaller vanities and less counter space, however, bathrooms cost much less to outfit in granite. Professionally installed granite bathroom vanities can cost just a few thousand dollars. To get an idea of costs for your bathroom, use an online calculator like those found at remodelingexpense.com.
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125 CLAUDETTE DR., Hewitt - Another Beautiful Home by Ronnie Laird in the popular Ellis Farm South Addition, Four Bedrooms, Two and one half baths, Large family room with wood flooring and fireplace, Open kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile flooring, Isolated master bedroom with luxury bath, granite vanity tops, garden tub and separate shower, large walk-in closet, fenced yard with sprinkler system. MLS#160535
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105 Tampico dr., Hewitt - reduced! current city Hall and Library building for city of Hewitt,Texas. 9,432 sq. ft. of improvements. MCAD. Convenient location and visibililty in the heart of Hewitt. Excellent opportunity for prime office space in Hewitt. Call Mike for more details 722-0168, 666-6088 MLS#157529
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509 ROWAN OAK, Hewitt - Gorgeous Custom Home on one of the Best Streets in Hewitt! Brazilian wood and marble flooring throughout. Formal living with Fireplace and built-in entertainment center, Formal Dining, Family room overlooking huge fenced back yard, Isolated master bedroom with luxury bath, separate vanities, whirlpool garden tub and shower, Large closet. Open Island kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, convection oven, breakfast area with built-in china cabinet, tile flooring, sprinkler system. MLS#160267
1200 W 11th McGregor - Just Listed! Nicely updated 2BR, 1BA Home in great area of McGregor close to schools and sports facilities. Formal living room with a large family room or den plus enclosed one car garage. Large covered patio, fenced yard, $69,900 call Mike Kittrell 254-722-0168 MLS# 161040
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4 Acres in Mackey Ranch. Excellent building site. $32,000 - Under Contract 9.57 Acres in the Gated River Oaks Estate Addition, $140’s 2310 Reuter, Attention Investors, 2/1, 20’s - Under Contract
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109 LoST mapLES cT., Hewitt - Gorgeous patio Home by dutschman in the new Hollyn addition off ritchie road. Large open family room/kitchen/eating area. Stainless Steel appliances, large island with granite countertops, woodburning fireplace, wood flooring in family room, isolated master bedroom with luxury bath, separate garden tub and large shower, covered patio, sodded yard with sprinkler system, fenced yard. Must See! MLS# 160120
105 Tampico, Hewitt, Current City Hall and Library building for City of Hewitt .82 Acre commercial lot, former site of Hewitt P.D. $130’s - SOLD 12.55 acres, Zoned C-2, Hewitt Dr. Corner of Hewitt Dr. & Ritchie Rd. 7501 Bagby, 5.06 acres, Commercial or Mutli-Family, Near future Walmart Just Listed. 134 S 2nd. Hewitt. Under Contract - Former fire station - MLS#160266
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2809 Maple Avenue Waco TX 76707
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Steeped in history and representing the finest that Dean Highland has to offer, 2809 Maple Avenue affords the ultimate combination of modern practicality and timeless style. The main house features large rooms, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a guest bath, an elevator, fantastic flexibility, and a kitchen to die for. Outside, the lush grounds boast multiple patios, ample parking, and even a full, income producing apartment. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a Waco landmark!
Matthew McLeod (254) 644-4095
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Few improvements create ambience as effectively as a fireplace. While adding a wood-burning fireplace to an existing home may be difficult or impossible in many scenarios, modern gas fireplaces can go virtually anywhere - including interior walls. Advancements in the technology to make, operate and insulate gas fireplaces have made adding one a relatively easy process. Direct-vent fireplaces go on exterior walls and eliminate the need for a chimney. Ventfree models are also available for interior locations in a house.
Wall murals Humans have been painting scenes on the walls of our abodes since the days of cavemen. A wall mural can create virtually any effect you desire in any room of the house - drama in a living room, elegance in a dining room, relaxation in a master bath, cozy comfort in a kitchen or whimsy in a child’s bedroom. While a professional, hand-painted wall mural may cost more than your entire redecorating budget, modern wallpaper murals can allow you to completely alter the look of a room for less than $500.
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Fortunately, a handful of upgrades just scream “luxury” while the price tags quietly snicker “this look didn’t cost an arm and a leg.” They may not be as cheaply priced as fresh paint or some new throw pillows, but these surprisingly affordable improvements deliver high impact at a manageable cost.
percent federal tax credit. What’s more, professional installation costs range from a low of around $900 to a high of about $2,100, with $1,475 being the average, according to HomeAdvisor.com.
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(BPT) - Hand-planed, reclaimed hardwood floors? Beautiful but pricey. Custom drapery? The cost can be blinding. When it comes to home decorating, it’s easy to blow your budget on one or two upgrades - and maybe that would be OK if those improvements also amped up the drama in your decor. Too often, however, costly decorating ploys disappoint, wearing out or becoming dated before you’ve paid off the financing.
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ou might think you’re ready to buy until you start crunching the numbers. It’s better to find out now that you’re not ready rather than when you’re already tied to a 15- or 30-year investment. Earning the title of homeowner can be an easy task, especially considering today’s low mortgage rates and banks’ willingness to open up their lending again. But retaining the title of home-
owner can be difficult if you’re not fully prepared for the extra finances. Potential buyers can sometimes forget to consider costs such as homeowners insurance, inspection fees or even general month-to-month repair and maintenance costs. Other costs that can impact your bottom line include those associated with moving, landscaping and upgrades you may want to make as soon as you are handed the keys. Budgeting for these items is an exercise in simple addition and subtraction. Be sure to take a close look at your income and expenses. Once you feel confident in what’s left over, you should feel secure in taking the leap.
MORTGAGE OPTIONS One way to give yourself some wig-
gle room in terms of your monthly mortgage payments is by reviewing your options as a borrower. Down payments typically range from 3 to 20 percent of the property value, depending on whether you decide to take out a loan that requires private mortgage insurance. Private mortgage insurance is a policy that allows mortgage lenders to recover part of their financial losses if a borrower fails to full re-pay a loan. It can be beneficial to a buyer who may not have a large down payment available because it makes it possible to buy a home with as little as 3 percent down. Realize that the trade-off here is a higher mortgage payment, so choose your path wisely depending on how much you have to put down and how much you’re comfortable spending on
a monthly basis.
GET ESTIMATES If you haven’t been through a home sale or purchase before, you may not realize how many moving parts there are to the process. Sure, you’re paying an agent to handle certain parts of the transaction and your title company for other aspects, but it comes down to you being an educated party to make sure everything goes according to plan. Work closely and regularly with your banker, Realtor and title company to obtain updated estimates for your closing costs. The last thing you want is to be surprised on closing day with a different amount required than what you were expecting to pay.
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Apartments, Unfurnished MOVE IN SPECIALS with a year lease & approved credit* MORRIS REAL ESTATE 800 Rambler Dr. 254-776-5113. Open Mon-Fri 9-5pm. Sat. 10-2pm. N. W. WACO-Lake Ridge Apts. 2504 Hilltop Dr. Waco, 76710. GREAT LOCATION. Near Lake Waco at the corner of Valley Mills Dr & Lake Shore Dr. Both 1 & 2 bedrooms available. GREAT RATES! $450mo-$625mo. Contact Sandy to view at 254-732-2620
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HEWITT - 214 Del Rio. 3/2/1, 1581 sq ft. $1,100mo. $1,000dep 254-715-1355
3550 Hillcrest 756-4852 FURNISHED 1BR APARTMENTS ALL BILLS PAID (INCLUDING ELECTRICITY)
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1111 SPEIGHT 752-5691 NEAR BAYLOR CAMPUS ALL BILLS PAID (INCLUDING ELECTRICITY)
From 1BR $480, 2BR $740.
LACY LAKEVIEW - 3/1/1, CH&A, W/D Conn. Nice neighborhood. 254-867-0549 SPEEGLEVILLE. Horse Property for rent. 3BR/ 2BA/ 3C, MISD, 1014 Western Dr. House & garage $1050mo. with land & barn $1250mo. 800dep. 254-717-7619
WHISPERING OAKS APARTMENTS
SPIVEY REAL ESTATE 9510 Stony Point 4/2 CH/A $1100 2803A Parrish, 1/1, $400. 753-5341 www.spiveyrealestate.com
From $400
WACO - HOUSE FOR LEASE: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, fenced yard, great neighborhood, CH&A. Mountainview Elementary school district. $950 / $950 Call 754-4834
4400 N. 19th 752-3871 ACROSS FROM MCC 1BR Apts. Furnished. All Bills Paid (INCLUDING ELECTRICITY) universityrentalswacotx.com
Condo, Townhome, Rent MCGREGOR - Midway ISD Nice newer, 3/2/2’s. $1,050 + $1050 dep +. 877-888-4279. www.txlec.com
Houses, Unfurnished
S. WACO. 1/1 $349. 2/2 $549. CH&A., 1901 Richter/Bagby 254-757-2272
BEVERLY HILLS - 2BR/1BA, CH&A, Nice area. No pets. $700/mo. 1208 Lexington. 254-848-5147
S WACO - BAYLOR AREA: Student Housing, One BR / One Bath Apartment, Walking Distance to Baylor Campus. Rent starting at $390. Please call 754-4834
Bluebonnet Properties 3108 Summer, 2/1, $750 3510 Windsor, 2/1 $650 1405 Chapelwood 2/1 $795 254-776-3090
WACO - Quiet Complex, 1BR, CH/CA. Utilities paid. Call 254-214-4625
BRUCEVILLE - 3BR/2BA house $800mo. No pets. Call 254-744-6371
Hunting, Fishing Places HOG HUNT-$200pp, 3-hunter min, Freestone Co. Call 254-717-2139
Mobile Homes, Lots Rent WACO - Mobile Home Sites for rent. Nicest Communities in Waco. 662-3004/ 662-0141
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Wanted, Real Estate 0 J R Grace 0 I buy houses, any condition, fair price, CASH, call me anytime. 644-8707
Farms, Land, Timber LORENA - 61 1/2 acres located between Rosenthal & Lorena. Barn & several out buildings. 254-301-2395 or 254-717-9930 PERFECT TEXAS HILL COUNTRY GETAWAY Golf Course, Lakefront & Private Wooded Homesites Starting at $19,900. Build Now or Buy & Hold Enjoy Resort Amenities Financing Available. EZ Terms. Call 877-785-9198. NMLS #1228042
Homes For Sale CLIFTON - FSBO, Nearly new 3/2/2 w/ office. Nice built ins. Gas FP. Granite tops. Outside living area w/ kitch. Lots of upgrades. $195,000. 254-978-0068
WACO - 10016 HOUSTON DR / MIDWAY - Built in ‘13. 1,997 SQF, 3BR 2BA +Loft. Tons of custom features, Pics on Zillow.com, $238,500. 325-669-3199 TEMPLE - Lake front log cabin on wooded, secluded lot at Belton Lake. Newly remodeled home w/ a lovely view of the lake. This 3/2 log home is 1,537 sq. ft. w/ gas range, stainless appliances, very low HOA including boat ramp & private park. BISD Schools. $274,250 w/ Home Owners Warranty provided. 5020 Lake Air Circle, Temple, TX. Call David Barr @ 254-6817534. Owner/Broker. MLS #104624 / FHAAR #188273
Buying Houses & Land. Any condition, cash, quick closing. JH Roy 254-662-3440
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A charming home in a secluded area in North Waco at 4319 Shady Glen. Home is on a half acre covered with trees. Open family room with built-ins & WBFP. Galley kitchen with gas range & double ovens plus lovely breakfast area. 3 large bedrooms plus an added bonus room! $149,900 MLS#159846
BEAUTIFUL 4/3/3 HOME in The Villages at Twin Rivers that offers lifestyle amenities your family will love including; walking & jogging paths, tennis courts, exercise room, swimming pool and clubhouse, and golf is available at the Twin Rivers golf course. Spacious home with 2 living & 2 dining areas. Great kitchen with granite tops, built-in eating bar, island, & pantry. Nice master suite. Large back patio. $387,500. MLS# 161234
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Historic charm in this lovely home at 3021 Colcord. 3BR/2BA spacious home. Open floor plan with a formal dining area, large family room & beautiful wood floors. rs. The kitchen has many windows & a workable island. Isolated master suite with connecting storage area & laundry room. $124,900 MLS#159842
WONDERFUL 3/2/2 HOME in North Waco Waco. Open family room with fireplace and a formal dining room are located off of the entry. Spacious kitchen with SS appliances, island, granite tops, built-in china cabinet & work desk, plus an adjacent breakfast area. The master suite is downstairs, 2 BR’s and an open TV room are upstairs. Beautiful wood flooring, tile, & carpeting throughout. Pretty, private back patio & courtyard area. $210,000. MLS#161280
744.3858
Beautiful 3bed/2ba brick home! www.facebook.com/RomanNovian n
TIMELESS CLASSIC IN THIS BRADFORD D SQUARE SHOWPLACE! Wonderful floorplan with 3 BR, 3.5 BA and abundant living space. Elegance throughout with large formal living/dining, dream kitchen, cozy den, and luxurious master suite with its ts own private office. Beautifully landscaped yard & 3-car garage complete this gorgeouss home! $550,000. MLS#160440
717.5795
Pristine and pretty in popular Woodfield subdivision! subdivisio ion! 4 BRs/ 3.5 BAs / 2 Liv Areas/ Formal Dining/ 3 Ca Car Garage. This beautiful home has many amenitiess, incl: gorgeous kitchen w/ granite tops & stainless appl; plantation shutters; stone fp; gorgeous entry doors; playroom w/ bult-ins; enormous walk-in pantry; office niche; sprink & sec systems. s. Great floorplan has open liv area to kit, and isol MasterSuite. Large, fenced backyard w/ pretty landscapes. This is a “must see”! MLS#161118
722.5584
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Beautiful “like new” house in McGregor. Isolated big master bedroom, his and hers closets,, whirlpool tub and separate shower. Nice size bedrooms, wood burning fireplace, granite in kitchen and upgraded appliances. MLS#158779
715.9434
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New Reduced Price! Beautiful Woodway ayy arg ge 2-story on a large, tree covered lot. A large urin ng living area is open to dining room featuring d wood-look flooring, a stone fireplace, and ng is beautiful wood beams.The second living e on large and has a half bath. Enjoy nature pacce a beautiful tiered deck with so much space and privacy! MLS#160200
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GENNY DAVIS
Adorable 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Stoneridge. Formal dining, open living room with fireplace. Light and d bright kitchen with nice cabinetry and an charming eating area. Large isolate ed master bedroom and large gorgeou us bath. Lovely back yard with covered d patio. MLS#161194
ASHLEY Burgess KEGERREIS IS 18
Just like new 3/2 at 6532 La Sol ng & Ln. Open concept, large living kitchen w/ granite, breakfastt bar, & stainless appliances, d including a fridge. Front loading ui in washer & dryer stay too! Built 2014. $165,000 MLS#161183
PAULA GUTHRIE
Southern Living Estate on the bluffs of the Bosque River. Views of Live Oaks, wildlife dlife &the bluffs on 2.67 acres. With attn to e detail & quality construction, this home welcomes you in & invites you to stay. ing! Open floor plan is perfect for entertaining! Mother-in-law suite w/ kitchen, bath & 00 private entrance. 5 car garage $568,000 MLS#158816
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POLLY HEDRICK
Darling 3BR/2BA conveniently located near Hwy 6, Providence, Baylor Medical and Lake Waco. This home has a large family room with corner fireplace. Open to the eating area and kitchen. Low traffic cul-de-sac. $129,900 MLS#158428
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REDUCED - GORGEOUS TWIN RIVERS HOME right on the Golf Course. Spacious 4/3.5/3 with lots of windows let you enjoy the e view. Large family room w/raised ceiling that is open to the upstairs loft area. Gourmet kitchen en w/built-ins, eating bar, breakfast area. Formal al dining & living rooms, movie theatre, & computer pute nook. Luxurious master w/see thru FP to bath. th. 2 balconies, 2 covered patios. Beautifully landscaped back yard w/fire pit & spa w/ waterfall. $595,000. MLS#160490
BETTY WILLIS
Spacious 3 or 4BR/2BA near Baylor University. 2 living areas, recently updated kitchen and baths. The 4th bedroom could be guest quarters with a separate entrance or a wonderful den/gameroom. $129,900 MLS#158988
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What a view off your 20x24 covered ed patio!!!! Great place to entertain. ate ed Beautiful 1.39 acre fenced lot. Isolated wit master suite, big guest bedrooms with their own full baths. Very pretty open pen n ren na floorplan. Above ground pool. Lorena ISD. $233,700 MLS#161192
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Spacious Custom Built Home on 1 1.5+/5+/Acres in China Spring ISD! 4BR 3.5BA. 3104+/- Sq. Ft. Open living, dining, Kitchen. Separate office, Gameroom, and fabulous laundry room. Covered patio. Fenced dog run. Corner lot located on a dead end road. 1 minute from Lake Waco Golf Club. $324,900.00 MLS#161079 www.WacoRealEstateForSale.com or Facebook.com/PamTuckerREALTOR
Super convenient location for this diamond in the rough. Two big living areas, good storage, 3bd/2ba, fireplace, private patio area. MLS#161150
717.7124
744.3858
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Peaceful country setting just out of town on approx 3 acres. Over 2100 sf, 3 bd/ 2 ba, family room with fireplace plus study/ office. Storage shed, several fruit trees and garden area in back yard. MLS#161291 The Willis-Cunningham Team
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COUNTRY LIVING! China Spring ISD! Privacy! Heavily wooded 4+ acre lot with a creek. Spacious home has 4 BR, 4 Baths + study & loft area. Big deck for watching the e abundant wildlife. Call Fran or Bob b @ 744-5609 to see REDUCED!! Now only $255,000. MLS#158996 6
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Historic charm in this lovely home at 3021 Colcord. 3BR/2BA spacious s home home. ho Open floor plan with a formal din ning ng area, large family room & beautif beautiful ful wood floors. The kitchen has many win ndo ows & a workable island. The bedroom ms s are a great size. Isolated master sui uite with connecting storage area & laun la laundry room. $109,900 MLS#159842
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Twin Rivers Treasure! Over 2600 Sq Sq, Ft. Ft 4 BR, 3 BA, Large 4th BR can be 2nd livi ving g area. Stainless appliances, double ove enss, wood floors, fantastic master bath, plantation shutters across front. Corne er lot with plenty of parking. It has all the e WOW factors. Call C.M. to find your dream home! MLS#159661
715.3440
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