1801 S 8th St, Waco, TX, 76706
About This Home
Welcome to 1801 S 8th Street, a coveted address just a stone's throw from Baylor University! Beyond its proximity to campus, this property shines as a strong investment with O-3 zoning, offering excellent potential as a short-term rental or income-producing asset. Located in the heart of Waco’s tourist scene, with Magnolia and McLane Stadium only 5 minutes away, this home offers unmatched convenience. Picture yourself strolling or biking to Baylor and enjoying the vibrant campus atmosphere. Renovated while keeping its charm, the front house offers 1,855 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms, each with its own bath, plus living, dining, updated kitchen, breakfast nook, and laundry. The back house adds 732 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, full kitchen, and living area — perfect as a guest suite or rental. Outside, enjoy a spacious patio, gated parking, and room to relax or entertain. Adding to the value and turnkey appeal, all furniture is included in the sale, making this a move-in-ready residence or immediate income-producing property.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1936
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier,Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Frame,Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Detached
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Microwave
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Features
- Cable TV
- Flooring: Tile,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,855 sqft
Living Room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 161954
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Fencing: Wood,Wrought Iron
Lot
- Lot size: 7,501 sqft
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking,Driveway,Garage Faces Rear
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,798 | $57,576 |
| Home Insurance * | $563 | $6,756 |
| Property Taxes | $1,742 | $20,904 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $7,341 | $88,092 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | Price change | $949,000 |
| 2026-02-27 | Price change | $960,000 |
| 2025-11-06 | Price change | $975,000 |
| 2025-05-09 | Price change | $999,000 |
| 2025-04-10 | Pending sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2025-03-28 | Contingent | $1,100,000 |
| 2025-03-28 | Pending sale | $1,050,000 |
| 2024-10-24 | Price change | $1,050,000 |
| 2024-04-19 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2022-09-30 | Sold | -- |
| 2022-09-06 | Pending sale | $875,000 |
| 2022-07-18 | Listed for sale | $875,000 |
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