Character, craftsmanship and peace of mind meet at 200 Oriental Road. Shaded by a stately oak in the coveted Castle Heights area, this 1948 bungalow was thoughtfully reimagined with an open, farmhouse-inspired layout and a top-to-bottom renovation completed under City of Waco permits. Inside, the family room, kitchen and dining area flow together beneath custom tray ceilings, anchored by a gas fireplace and refinished hardwood floors. The kitchen is made for gathering, with a large quartz-topped island, custom cabinetry, a pantry, a GE Cafe range and a whisper-quiet Bosch dishwasher, while a mudroom with built-ins and laundry keeps everyday life organized. Two primary suites offer rare flexibility. The main retreat feels like a spa, with a designer soaking tub, walk-in shower and oversized closet, and every bath has been beautifully updated. A playroom with a built-in Murphy bed easily hosts overnight guests. The 2020 improvements are the kind buyers rarely find: new roof, HardiePlank siding, energy-efficient windows, added wall and attic insulation, reinforced framing, updated electrical, PEX plumbing, two tankless water heaters and a 4-ton, three-zone HVAC system with Nest thermostats. Ring cameras, smart locks and a Rachio-controlled sprinkler system add everyday convenience. Outside, cedar plank ceilings warm the front porch and carport, and a remote-controlled gate opens to a private, fenced backyard with a cedar play fort, storage shed and lush St. Augustine lawn. The showstopper is the oversized, climate-controlled garage, with an engineered foundation, foam insulation, mini-split AC and wiring for a 220V welder and EV charger, plus room for two three-quarter-ton pickups. A block from a linear park and minutes from downtown via tree-lined Austin Avenue, this is Waco living at its best.
Austin Avenue, located between University Parks Drive and Waco Drive, is a historic and walkable Waco neighborhood with early-20th-century storefronts and a café-lined streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Austin Ave & 8th St, where galleries, coffee counters, and small-batch kitchens keep the sidewalks active. Brick commercial blocks and restored facades give the corridor a classic main-street rhythm, while side streets shift to quieter institutional and residential edges. Cultural gravity comes from the Dr Pepper Museum, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre, and the Waco Civic Theatre. The Brazos Riverfront and Indian Spring Park frame the area with open lawns and skyline views. Daily life centers on errands by foot, patio tables, and a steady calendar of downtown events.
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Offer insights
200 Oriental Rd · $575,000
$575K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $575K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
25 days
The average home goes pending in 65 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.4%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
One living area and one dining area
Built-in features
Double vanity
Open floor plan
Smart home system
Walk-in closets
Window coverings
Gas fireplace in the living room
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms, all on the first floor
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Ensuite baths
Garden tub
Separate shower
Separate vanities
Kitchen
Dishwasher, disposal, gas range, microwave, double oven
Kitchen island
Breakfast bar
Eat-in kitchen
Farm sink
Built-in cabinets
Pantry
Laundry & utility
Utility room
Full-size washer and dryer area
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Carpet, hardwood, and tile
Heating & cooling
Central, natural gas, zoned heating
Central air, electric, zoned cooling
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Covered porch
Front porch and patio
Gutters
Playground
Private yard
Storage shed
Fenced backyard with privacy fencing and gate
Grassed, landscaped yard with mature oak trees and sprinkler system
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
Parking
Attached carport
Two-car garage
Driveway
Electric gate
Electric vehicle charging station
Oversized parking
Security
Carbon monoxide detectors
Fire alarm
Security system
Smoke detectors
Construction
Built in 1948
Fiber cement construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Utilities
City sewer and water
Electricity connected
Individual gas and water meters
Attic insulation of 12 inches or more
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Electricity and solar
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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
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Electrical
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 109° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Waco, TX • 76710
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Waco. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 200 Oriental Rd
$565,521
$9,479 under list price of $575K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $295K to $749K.