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$868,893$129 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 44How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1526 RIVER RD

WACO, TX 76705
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
6,739 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
41.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
18
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$869K
$382K low$1.4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,305 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,047,125 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$924,246
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,200,625

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.56
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
65
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyMCLENNAN
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 240 ft²Patio · 1,063 ft²Porch · 264 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Gholson SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Gholson Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76705These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.139
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,395
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.265 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,959
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,732
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1526 River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 98% of homes in Waco 76705
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in McLennan County
  • Among the largest homes in Waco 76705
  • Among the largest lots in Waco 76705
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Waco 76705

What homes are worth in Waco 76705

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$85K$848K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Waco 76705.

How it measures up in Waco 76705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waco 76705.

Estimated value$868,893
CheaperTypical $222,467Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area6,739 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,444 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size41.8 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 1526 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaco 76705McLennan County
Estimated valuepricier than$868,89398% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12926% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than6,739 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than41.8 acalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than199667% of homes66% of homes

About 1526 River Rd

How much is 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX is $868,893 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $382,477 to $1,355,309. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX last sell?

1526 River Rd, Waco, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX?

1526 River Rd, Waco, TX has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 6,739 square feet of living space.

When was 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX built?

1526 River Rd, Waco, TX was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX?

1526 River Rd, Waco, TX is assigned to Gholson School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Gholson Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX compare to other homes in Waco 76705?

Among the 10,683 homes in Waco 76705, it is worth more than 98% of them ($868,893 against a typical $222,467), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($129 against a typical $153), it is bigger than almost all of them (6,739 ft² against a typical 1,444 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (41.8 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1996 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of McLennan County, it is worth more than 97% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1526 River Rd, Waco, TX was $5,305. The county assessed it at $1,047,125.

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