Motivated seller! 1209 Southey Street, a thoughtfully updated home offering comfort, functionality, and an unbeatable central Waco location. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence blends classic character with modern improvements, creating a space that feels both welcoming and move-in ready.
The interior features an open, light-filled living area with updated flooring, neutral tones, and contemporary fixtures throughout. The kitchen is designed for everyday living with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and a practical layout that flows seamlessly into the main living space. The primary bedroom includes a private bath, while the additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, work-from-home needs, or growing households.
Recent updates to major systems, including the roof, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, add long-term peace of mind. Outside, the property offers a low-maintenance yard and clean exterior appeal, making it easy to enjoy without constant upkeep.
Conveniently located near downtown Waco, Baylor University, shopping, dining, and entertainment, this home is ideal for buyers seeking a centrally located, updated property with timeless appeal.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (5/23)
$188,000
1209 Southey St, Waco, TX 76704
3beds
1,041sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,048 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Contemporary fixtures throughoutLow-maintenance yardUpdated flooringStainless steel appliancesGranite countertopsClean exterior appealNeutral tones
- 168 days |
- 172 |
- 17 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Glynn Hunter JR 0587639,
UCRE Heart of Texas Land & Home 254-362-5370
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21158525
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Laminate
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,041 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 5,048 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5,049
Details
- Parcel number: 165846
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Brown-Dossett
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waco
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $181/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $170,060
- Annual tax amount: $3,037
- Date on market: 1/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 169 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,450$1/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Price change | $188,000-5.1%$181/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $198,000+10.6%$190/sqft |
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| 2/20/2024 | Sold | -- |
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| 1/10/2024 | Pending sale | $179,000$172/sqft |
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| 11/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $179,000$172/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,208 -29.5% | $135,113 +10% |
| 2024 | $1,713 -17.8% | $122,830 +32.2% |
| 2023 | $2,084 +102.9% | $92,940 +127.8% |
| 2022 | $1,027 -10.5% | $40,800 -8.1% |
| 2021 | $1,148 | $44,380 +5.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $41,960 +1.7% |
| 2019 | $1,094 | $41,240 +6% |
| 2018 | $1,094 +33% | $38,900 +34.3% |
| 2017 | $823 +13.5% | $28,960 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $725 | $26,670 +1.4% |
| 2015 | $725 | $26,300 +2.1% |
| 2014 | $725 | $25,770 +4.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $24,603 +57.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $15,659 |
| 2010 | -- | $15,659 -9.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $17,230 |
| 2008 | -- | $17,230 -30.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $24,654 |
| 2006 | -- | $24,654 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,944 |
| 2004 | -- | $23,944 -0.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $24,162 |
| 2002 | -- | $24,162 +76.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $13,682 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: East Riverside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10J H Hines Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10G W Carver MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Waco High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: JH Hines
- Middle: GW Carver
- High: Brazos
- District: Waco ISD
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- Texas
- McLennan County
- Waco
- 76704
- East Riverside
- 1209 Southey St
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