Active
3 beds1,539 sqft
1488 McGary Rd, Waco, TX 76708
Est: $2,844/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.5 acresLot Size
1960Year Built
$318/sq ftPrice per sq ft

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,
...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!
32 days on Market
  • Listed by: Reagan Franco TREC #0615374 • Texas Luxury and Land
Last updated: 09/09/2026 01:04 PM • Source: NTREIS, MLS#: 21369298

See It First™ on Compass

Find homes before they're listed on other real estate sites.

Start your search

Location

Listing Courtesy of Texas Luxury and Land, Reagan Franco, TREC #0615374
Add your commute

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$2,844 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,615

Property Taxes

$228

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 1488 McGary Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,738 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: Barron T H
  • Structural Style: Single Detached
  • Pool: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Size: 2.50 AC / 108,900 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: China Spring Road, turn right on wortham bend, right on McGary
  • Elementary School: China Spring
  • Elementary School Name: China Spring
  • High School: China Spring
  • High School Name: China Spring
  • Intermediate School: China Spring
  • Middle School: China Spring
  • Primary School: China Spring
  • School District: China Spring ISD
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Latitude: 31.65
  • Longitude: -97.25
  • State: Texas
Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Parking Spaces Covered Total: 0
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Legal Description: BARRON T H ACRES 13.015
  • Association Type: None
Virtual Tour
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Granite Counters, High Speed Internet Available, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry
  • Number Of Dining Areas: 1
  • Number Of Living Areas: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room, Full Size W/D Area, Stacked W/D Area, Washer Hookup
  • Living Area: 1539.0
  • Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room and Floor: Bedroom-Primary-1-1, Master Bedroom-1-1, Living Room-1-1
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Siding
  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Fire Pit, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Other
  • Fencing: Back Yard, None
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: No
  • Room and Features: Bedroom-Primary-1-1, Master Bedroom-1-1, Living Room-1-1
  • Room List: Bedroom-Primary, Master Bedroom, Living Room
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Levels: One
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 0 x 0
  • Room Length: .00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom-Primary
  • Room Width: .00
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 0 x 0
  • Room Length: .00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: .00
Property
Utilities
  • Utilities: Co-op Water, Electricity Connected, Septic
Property and Assessments
  • Financing Proposed: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
  • Handicap: No
  • Loan Type: Treat As Clear
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Property Match: APN
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Acreage, Many Trees
  • Lot Size: 1 to < 3 Acres
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.5
  • Lot Size Area: 2.5
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 108900.0
  • Multi Parcel ID: No
  • Parcel Number: 180002000015020
  • Property Attached: Yes

Property History for 1488 McGary Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

NTREIS #21369298

$489,900—
Aug 23, 2021

Sold

Waco Association of REALTORS #202351

—
Jul 23, 2021

Pending

Waco Association of REALTORS #202351

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/25/2026

Listed (Active)

NTREIS #21369298

$489,900
08/23/2021

Sold

Waco Association of REALTORS #202351

—
07/23/2021

Pending

Waco Association of REALTORS #202351

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1488 McGary Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,561Additions-Total$8,561
Tax Record2025$126 ($11 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size1,101,632 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandCountyMCLENNANAPN18-000200-001201-0

Schools near 1488 McGary Road

This home is within China Spring Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
China Spring Elementary School
Public2 to 4

China Spring Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

China Spring Middle School
Public7 to 8

China Spring High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

1488 McGary Road is a single family home for sale in Waco, TX 76708. This property was listed for sale on August 25, 2026 by Texas Luxury and Land, it's currently listed at $489,900. It has been on the market for a total of 32 days and was last sold on August 23, 2021. This listing's school district is China Spring Independent School District. Nearby schools include China Spring Elementary School, China Spring Intermediate School and China Spring Middle School. 1488 McGary Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,539 sqft single family home built in 1960.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Texas Luxury and Land, Reagan Franco, TREC #0615374

Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS), Central Hill Country Board of Realtors, Central Texas MLS, Highland Lakes Association of Realtors, Bryan-College Station Association of REALTORS, and Waco Association of REALTORS. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS, Central Hill Country Board of Realtors, Central Texas MLS, Highland Lakes Association of Realtors, Bryan-College Station Association of REALTORS, Waco Association of REALTORS, and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing, and that the data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Copyright© 2026 Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS), Central Hill Country Board of Realtors, Central Texas MLS, Highland Lakes Association of Realtors, Bryan-College Station Association of REALTORS, and Waco Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved. We do not attempt to independently verify the currency, completeness, accuracy or authenticity of the data contained herein. All area measurements and calculations are approximate and should be independently verified. Data may be subject to transcription and transmission errors. Accordingly, the data is provided on an “as is” “as available” basis only and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market”. © [2026] REsides, Inc. All rights reserved. Certain information contained herein is derived from information, which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by, REsides, Inc.