Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/01/2026
Listed
$453,900
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MLS
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Property Description
Fully reimagined and thoughtfully updated, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home at 2801 N 42nd Street delivers the space, functionality, and elevated design today's buyers are looking for-set on a property that feels like a private retreat in the heart of Waco. Step inside to a bright, open-concept layout where walls have been removed to create seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The completely renovated kitchen anchors the home, featuring all new cabinetry, appliances, vent hood, backsplash, and lighting-designed for both everyday living and entertaining. New flooring runs throughout, complemented by fresh sheetrock, updated electrical, recessed lighting, and modern fixtures that give the entire home a clean, cohesive feel. The primary suite offers a true reset space with a fully renovated bathroom, updated plumbing, and refined finishes. Additional bedrooms feature new flooring, lighting, and paint, while multiple renovated bathrooms-including a fully redone downstairs bath with soaking tub-provide flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Downstairs, you'll find added versatility with a newly renovated full third bathroom, updated laundry room with new connections, and a 4th bedroom or bonus space ideal for a home office, gym, or creative studio-perfect for today's work-from-home needs. Outside, the backyard delivers a retreat-like setting with mature trees and a refreshed deck, creating the kind of outdoor living space that's increasingly hard to find. With extensive updates including new wiring, improved layout, and major system refreshes, this home offers the character of an established neighborhood with the confidence of modern improvements-all in a central Waco location close to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2801 N 42nd St
General
- Price: $453,900
- Taxes: $9,905
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21194348
- Updated: 4/19/2026
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Chandelier, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas, Gas Log
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm
- Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Rain Gutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Location
- County: McLennan
- Subdivision: Rickert
- Driving Directions: From Hillcrest: Head east or west on Hillcrest Drive toward North 42nd Street. Turn onto N 42nd Street. Turn onto N 42nd St. If you're heading west on Hillcrest, you’ll turn right onto N 42nd St. Continue north on N 42nd Street and 2801 N 42nd Street will be on your left-hand side.
School Information
- Elem School District: Waco ISD
- Midd School District: Waco ISD
- High School District: Waco ISD
- Elementary School: Mountainview
- Middle School: Tennyson
- High School: Waco
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Separate Meters, Water Available
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Split Level, Detached
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Shutters
- Living Area: 2,602 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1963
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 17,424
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Sprinkler System
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Wood
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $9,905
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: RICKERT LOT 9 BLOCK 3 ACRES .4
- Exclusions: White curtains in Dining Room. TV mount on brick fireplace.
- Property ID: 480349020027015
- Block: 3
- Lot Number: 9
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Schools
Schools serving 2801 N 42nd St
School District:Waco Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mountainview Elementary School 5901 Bishop Drive, Waco, TX 76710 | PK-5 | 1.5 mi |
Tennyson Middle School 6100 Tennyson Drive, Waco, TX 76710 | 6-8 | 2.2 mi |
Waco High School 2020 North 42nd Street, Waco, TX 76710 | 9-12 | 1 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 2801 N 42nd St
Tax History
Tax History for 2801 N 42nd St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,820
14%
$378,003
10%
2023
$5,125
—
$343,639
-17%
2022
$5,125
-12%
$415,020
9%
2022
$5,826
—
$380,500
32%
2021
$5,817
7%
$287,240
22%
2020
$5,452
-14%
$234,710
—
2019
$6,341
6%
$233,840
10%
2018
$5,999
9%
$213,224
10%
2017
$5,509
9%
$193,840
10%
2016
$5,034
-6%
$176,610
-6%
2015
$5,350
4%
$186,980
3%
2014
$5,124
3%
$182,080
3%
2013
$4,982
—
$176,790
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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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2801 N 42nd Street, Waco, TX 76710 (MLS# 21194348) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 2801 N 42nd Street is currently listed for $453,900 and was received on March 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 2801 N 42nd Street? 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.