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$248,989$100 / 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 92How 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

501 CONGRESS ST

WACO, TX 76705
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,486 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.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$249K
$229K low$269K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,772 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$184,000 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$184,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$184,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.28 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMcLennan
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 44 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
La Vega Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.6 mi
M
La Vega Junior High George Dixon CampusD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi
H
La Vega High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: La Vega 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%

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How this home compares

501 Congress St 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 94% of homes in Bellmead
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in McLennan County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Bellmead
  • Older than 68% 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
$84K$738K

This home is worth more than 68% 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$248,989
CheaperTypical $203,549Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$100
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,486 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,444 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 501 Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellmeadWaco 76705McLennan County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,98994% of homes68% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10019% of homes9% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,486 ft²97% of homes92% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than196149% of homes32% of homes33% of homes

About 501 Congress St

How much is 501 Congress St, Waco, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Congress St, Waco, TX is $248,989 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $229,068 to $268,910. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 501 Congress St, Waco, TX?

501 Congress St, Waco, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,486 square feet of living space.

When was 501 Congress St, Waco, TX built?

501 Congress St, Waco, TX was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 501 Congress St, Waco, TX?

501 Congress St, Waco, TX is assigned to La Vega Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; La Vega Junior High George Dixon Campus (middle), rated D; La Vega High School (high), rated D+. All sit in La Vega Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 Congress St, Waco, TX compare to other homes in Waco 76705?

Among the 10,683 homes in Waco 76705, it is worth more than 68% of them ($248,989 against a typical $203,549), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($100 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,486 ft² against a typical 1,444 ft²) and it is newer than 32% of them (1961 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of McLennan County, it is worth more than 44% 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 501 Congress St, Waco, TX?

The 2024 property tax bill for 501 Congress St, Waco, TX was $3,772. The county assessed it at $184,000.

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