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$129,837$507 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

501 CONGRESS ST

WACO, TX 76705
1
Beds
1
Baths
256 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$130K
$106K low$154K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$480 (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.$16,672 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,775
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,897
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$16,672

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.64
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
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.
75
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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
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.Porch · 40 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 less than 92% of homes in McLennan County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Bellmead
  • Among the smallest homes in Bellmead
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in McLennan County
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Bellmead

What homes are worth in Waco 76705

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

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$88K$804K

This home is worth more than 14% 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$129,837
CheaperTypical $204,689Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$507
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area256 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,445 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 501 Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellmeadWaco 76705McLennan County
Estimated valuepricier than$129,83732% of homes14% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$507almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than256 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac25% of homes18% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than200084% of homes74% of homes71% 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 $129,837 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $105,798 to $153,876. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Congress St, Waco, TX last sell?

501 Congress St, Waco, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 Congress St, Waco, TX?

501 Congress St, Waco, TX has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 256 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 501 Congress St, Waco, TX built?

501 Congress St, Waco, TX was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 1 story.

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 14% of them ($129,837 against a typical $204,689), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($507 against a typical $145), it is bigger than almost none of them (256 ft² against a typical 1,445 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (2000 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of McLennan County, it is worth more than 8% 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 2025 property tax bill for 501 Congress St, Waco, TX was $480. The county assessed it at $16,672.

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