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Property Description
Turnkey Farmhouse Retreat or Family Home on 2.5 Acres - China Spring ISD -15 Minutes to Downtown Waco Beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse on 2.5 acres, offering the best of both worlds - a fully furnished, income-producing Airbnb STR with solid bookings, or a move-in-ready family retreat in one of Central Texas's most sought-after school districts. Enjoy an excellent location just 15 minutes from downtown Waco, combining peaceful country living with easy access to city conveniences, dining, and shopping - all within the top-rated China Spring ISD. Inside, a sun-filled open-concept layout welcomes you with vaulted, wood-beamed ceilings, shiplap accents, and a chef's kitchen featuring quartz countertops, crisp white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The thoughtfully laid-out floor plan includes a beautifully updated primary suite with dual vanities and updated bath. The wood beams are carried throughout each of the secondary bedrooms creating a beautiful space. Outside, the property truly shines - a detached, air-conditioned game room or office with foosball, ping pong, and arcade games offers flexible space for guests, kids, or remote work. Unwind on the screened back porch or covered rocking-chair front porch, gather around the fire pit, or soak in the private hot tub under mature shade trees. Whether you're seeking a turnkey investment property with proven rental history or a spacious, light-filled family home close to Waco, 1488 McGary Lane delivers on every level. Schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1488 McGary Rd
General
- Price: $489,900
- Taxes: $2,738
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21369298
- Updated: 8/26/2026
- Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room, Stacked
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fire Pit, Lighting, Other, Rain Gutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Screened, Covered, Deck
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
Location
- County: McLennan
- Subdivision: Barron T H
- Driving Directions: China Spring Road, turn right on wortham bend, right on McGary
School Information
- Elem School District: China Spring ISD
- Midd School District: China Spring ISD
- High School District: China Spring ISD
- Elementary School: China Spring
- Middle School: China Spring
- High School: China Spring
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Detached
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Attached
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Living Area: 1,539 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.5
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 108,900
- Lot Features: Acreage, Many Trees
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, None
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $2,738
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Aerial
- Legal Description: BARRON T H ACRES 13.015
- Property ID: 180002000015020
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Schools
Schools serving 1488 McGary Rd
School District:China Spring Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
China Spring Elementary School 11495 Wortham Bend Rd, Waco, TX 76708 | PK-3 | 0.6 mi |
China Spring Intermediate School 4001 Flat Rock Road, Waco, TX 76708 | 4-6 | 2.1 mi |
China Spring Middle School 7201 North River Crossing, China Spring, TX 76633 | 7-8 | 2.2 mi |
China Spring High School 7301 North River Crossing, China Spring, TX 76633 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1488 McGary Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/25/2026
Listed
$489,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1488 McGary Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$515
—
$35,015
-2%
2024
$517
4%
$35,580
1%
2023
$497
—
$35,170
5%
2022
$497
-13%
$33,620
7%
2022
$571
-52%
$31,550
-82%
2021
$1,202
—
$171,940
10%
2020
$1,202
-54%
$156,350
15%
2019
$2,630
4%
$136,462
7%
2018
$2,536
2%
$127,310
4%
2017
$2,490
4%
$121,893
7%
2016
$2,388
1%
$113,961
6%
2015
$2,362
-1%
$107,310
—
2014
$2,379
4%
$106,990
5%
2013
$2,278
—
$102,300
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1488 McGary Road, Waco, TX 76708 (MLS# 21369298) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1488 McGary Road is currently listed for $489,900 and was received on August 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 1488 McGary Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Waco? You can browse all Waco real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
