8896 Gholson Rd

1,736 Sq. Ft.
$265 / Sq. Ft.
1,736
Sq. Ft.
$265
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Feast your eyes on this recently remodeled, diamond in the rough turned fine gem that offers modern comfort and timeless appeal, all nestled on 8 sprawling acres of cleared land that is zoned agriculture. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,736 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, this home has been meticulously updated from the studs up with new windows, floors, and doors all illuminated brilliantly with recessed lighting throughout. Open the front door and step into the open-concept living...Feast your eyes on this recently remodeled, diamond in the rough turned fine gem that offers modern comfort and timeless appeal, all nestled on 8 sprawling acres of cleared land that is zoned agriculture. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,736 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, this home has been meticulously updated from the studs up with new windows, floors, and doors all illuminated brilliantly with recessed lighting throughout. Open the front door and step into the open-concept living area where the spacious living room flows seamlessly into the beautifully updated kitchen equipped with custom shaker cabinets, granite countertops and brand-new, built in electric appliances perfectly situated for entertaining guests or for everyday living. Each of the three bedrooms offers comfort and versatility, with one suite featuring a handicap-accessible bathroom with a built-in seat and grab bars. An additional flex room (that resides on the far end of the house opposite the living room) offers endless possibilities—use it as a large office, game room, or second living area to suit your needs. Outside you’ll find everything you need for country living. The property boasts mature Pecan trees, a separate 20 x 30 metal storage building (including both 110 and 220 electrical outlets, concrete floors, and pull through garage doors), and even an extra slab—prepped and ready for you to add your own new project to the mix. Whether you’re dreaming of an outdoor retreat, or a hobby farm, this property has the space and versatility to make it a reality!
  1. Listed by Wes McElroy • TREC #0749043 • The McLeod Company

Property Details for 8896 Gholson Road

Parking Features
None
Parking Total
.00
Stories
1
Subdivision Name
Rutherford Joseph
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/07/2025 10:58 AM

Property Details for 8896 Gholson Road

StatusActive
MLS #227272
Days on Market387
Taxes$2,934 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1958
Lot Size7.97 AC / 347,173 SF
CountyMcLennan County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The McLeod Company, Wes McElroy, TREC #0749043
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Building Information for 8896 Gholson Road

Stories1Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size7.97 AC / 347,173 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,486 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,241

Property Taxes

$245

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8896 Gholson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Waco
  • County Or Parish: McLennan
  • Country: United States
  • Postal City: Waco
  • Latitude: 31.68193
  • Longitude: -97.155901
  • State Or Province: TX
  • Postal Code: 76705
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 111592
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,933.84
  • Tax Block: NA
  • Tax Legal Description: RUTHERFORD JOSEPH TRACT 15A ACRES 7.971
  • Tax Lot: 15A
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Connally
  • Elementary School District: Connally ISD
  • High School District: Connally ISD
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Connally ISD
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Building Area Total: 1736.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 7.97
  • Lot Size Area: 7.97
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: Sheds, Workshop
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Property Type: Residential
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Utilities
  • Sewer: None, SepticTank
  • Utilities: SepticAvailable, SewerNotAvailable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden, Patio, RainGutters, Storage
  • Fencing: BarbedWire, ChainLink, CrossFenced
  • Foundation Details: PillarPostPier, Slab
  • Guest House: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: SomeElectricAppliances, BuiltInOven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, Electric
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, GraniteCounters, HisAndHersClosets
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 0
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Human Modified: Yes
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: DollarsPerSquareFoot

Property History for 8896 Gholson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2025

Expired

NTREIS #227272

Aug 20, 2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$424,900
May 22, 2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$449,900
Apr 7, 2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$459,900
Apr 7, 2025

Price Change

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$459,900
Feb 19, 2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$475,000
Feb 19, 2025

Price Change

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$475,000
Jan 15, 2025

Price Change

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$484,900
Dec 26, 2024

Listed (Active)

NTREIS #227272

$495,000
Dec 26, 2024

Listed (Active)

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$495,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2025

Expired

NTREIS #227272

08/20/2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$424,900
05/22/2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$449,900
04/07/2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$459,900
04/07/2025

Price Change

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$459,900
02/19/2025

Price Change

NTREIS #227272

$475,000
02/19/2025

Price Change

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$475,000
01/15/2025

Price Change

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$484,900
12/26/2024

Listed (Active)

NTREIS #227272

$495,000
12/26/2024

Listed (Active)

Waco Association of REALTORS #227272

$495,000

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

Public Records for 8896 Gholson Road

Taxable ValueLand$15,190Additions$184,960Total$200,150
Tax Record2024$2,934 ($244 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,736 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,736 SqFtStories1Lot Size347,173 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1958Year Renovated1987ZoningRCountyMCLENNANAPN200034000035007

Schools near 8896 Gholson Road

This home is within Connally Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Connally Primary School
Public1 to 3

Connally Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Connally Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Connally 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.

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8896 Gholson Road is a single family home for sale in Waco, TX 76705. This property was listed for sale on December 26, 2024 by The McLeod Company, it's currently listed at $459,900. This listing's school district is Connally Independent School District. Nearby schools include Connally Primary School, Connally Elementary School and Connally Junior High School. 8896 Gholson Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,736 sqft single family home built in 1958.

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Listing Courtesy of The McLeod Company, Wes McElroy, TREC #0749043

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