Mid Century Modern Masterpiece in Beautiful Karem Park. A rare find, this luxurious home and separate approx. 500 sq ft guest house have been meticulously renovated from top to bottom with high end finishes. Located just minutes to Waco’s thriving downtown, Baylor University, Magnolia and Cameron Park. Walk to coffee shops, restaurants and local shopping. Talk about curb appeal! Stunning dark exterior, mature trees and landscaping, updated windows, deck and the show stopper – extra wide custom built pivot front door. Step inside to the light and airy open space with new white oak floors throughout, ventless gas fireplace, built in bar with oak cabinetry, ice maker and even a dog crate! Smart features include Hue lighting, Sonos sound system, Nest cameras and custom window shades. Open kitchen to the living and dining area is the perfect place to entertain. Original refinished cabinetry with the addition of smart storage solutions is the perfect blend of vintage and new. Large island with plenty of seating, coffee bar, gas cooktop, Italian tile backsplash, walk in pantry and built in banquette with storage. Custom oak Dutch door leads to the shady backyard with firepit. Primary suite features oak French doors to a wood deck and completely remodeled ensuite bath. Both baths feature new tile throughout, custom floating oak cabinetry, heated flooring, elevated fixtures and lighting. Guest room or office has a built in Murphy bed and oak cabinetry. Imagine working from home with the stunning view out the front windows! Approx. 500 sq ft detached guest house, apt. with living area and bedroom area, kitchenette and dining plus large marble bath with heated flooring, walk in closet with washer and dryer. Modern mechanicals including: updated electrical, plumbing, foam insulation, tankless water heater, new roof on main house (2025) guest house (2023), generator, sprinkler system, new fencing on sides, gated driveway and storage building.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,707
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McLennan County
APN
480250000019001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
R-1B
Single-Family Residence District
The R-1B single-family residence district is intended to provide for single-family development at moderate density, where a full range of urban services can be provided. A limited range of compatible uses are also permitted either to provide services to residents or maintain low-intensity use of open land. Lot area, yard and other requirements are designed to encourage maintenance of quality residential areas in character with contemporary standards.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Police station
Golf related
Park & open space
Sep 15, 2025 • Final
Roofing (residential)
Re-roof a residential building.
Roofing
May 29, 2023 • Final
Repairs & alterations (residential)
Perform construction work in compliance with building and energy codes. Install hard-wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the home. Ensure all insulation, windows, and heating systems meet required safety and efficiency standards.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Driveway, Electric Gate
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces: 0
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Gas, Living Room, Ventless
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Room Count: 2
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas in Kitchen, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 2
Living Area: 1707.00
Levels: One
Flooring: Marble, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Chandelier, Decorative Lighting, Double Vanity, Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet Available, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Sound System Wiring
Window Features: Electric Shades, Window Coverings
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Hall, Full Size W/D Area
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedrm
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Cedar Closet(s), Dual Sinks, Ensuite Bath, Medicine Cabinet, Separate Shower
Room Dimensions: 0 x 0
Room Length: 0.00
Room Width: 0.00
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Built-in Cabinets, Fireplace
Room Dimensions: 0 x 0
Room Length: 0.00
Room Width: 0.00
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Gutters
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Lot Information
Lot Features: Interior Lot, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Subdivision
Lot Size: Less Than .5 Acre (not Zero)
Lot Size Acres: 0.2740
Lot Size Area: 0.2740
Lot Size Square Feet: 11935.4400
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
Parcel Number: 178830
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 2372262.77372
Will Subdivide: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features YN: No
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Other
Property Attached YN: Yes
Accessory Unit SF: 500
Accessory Unit YN: Yes
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48309|480250000019001|1|74440464
Property Match: APN
Restrictions: Deed
US Property MUI: 408939126
Building Information
Year Built: 1954
Year Built Details: Preowned
Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 1
Tax Lot: 17B
Unexempt Taxes: 9714
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: No
Utilities: City Sewer, City Water, Natural Gas Available, Overhead Utilities
Location
HOA Information
Association Type: None
School Information
Elementary School: Crestview
Elementary School Name: Crestview
High School Name: Waco
Middle School Name: Tennyson
School District: Waco ISD
Location Information
County Or Parish: McLennan
Country: United States
Directions: Waco Dr. to Austin Ave. Left on Karem Rd, 129 Karem will be on your right.
Latitude: 31.53668400
Longitude: -97.15700600
Geocode Confidence: High
Subdivision Name: Karem Park
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,707
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: McLennan County
APN: 480250000019001
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026