Zoned O-3 for short-term rental use and located less than a mile from Cameron Park, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a compelling opportunity in a fast-improving area near Downtown Waco. A spacious covered front porch sets the stage for relaxing evenings and adds real curb appeal. Inside, the living room is anchored by a fireplace with built-in shelving, giving the space character and a clear focal point. The home flows easily from the dining area into the kitchen, making it functional for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features updated cabinets, countertops, and appliances, along with ample storage and workspace. With alley access and a location just minutes from Downtown and Baylor, this is a great chance to come make this home something special. The surrounding area continues to see new development and investment, adding to the long-term appeal. Whether you’re a homeowner or an investor, this property offers the kind of location and potential that’s getting harder to find.
Brook Oaks, located between Austin Avenue and Bosque Boulevard, is a historic and residential Waco neighborhood with tree-lined streets and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Austin Avenue corridor near 22nd Street, where porch-front homes meet a compact run of local storefronts and campus-day foot traffic. Cameron Park Zoo and the Cameron Park river trails set a green, outdoorsy rhythm just east of the neighborhood grid. The Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum adds a distinctly Waco cultural landmark nearby. Housing reads as Craftsman bungalows and period brick homes, with deep setbacks and mature canopy. Daily life orbits around walkable blocks, park time, and downtown-bound routes.
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Offer insights
2012 N 5th St · $149,000
$149K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $149K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
57 days
The average home goes pending in 38 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.5%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Decorative lighting
Built-in cabinets in the living room
Fireplace in the living room
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom (1st level) — approx. 11 x 13
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range
Flooring
Carpet
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air conditioning (electric)
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Chain link fencing around the backyard
Large level backyard with grass
Home design
Single-family residence
One-story
Residential property
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Built in 1920
Siding and wood exterior
Composition roof
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Utilities
City water
City sewer
No municipal utility district
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Financial info
Listing terms: Cash or Conventional
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Waco, TX • 76708
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2012 N 5th St
$148,271
$729 under list price of $149K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $150K to $190K.