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Baylor University is located minutes from Alta Vista residents.
New development south of Baylor University
The name “Alta Vista” means “a view from above” in Spanish, and aerial views of this Waco neighborhood reveal a Texas landmark: The state’s oldest roundabout, known to locals as “The Circle.” Constructed in 1935, the rotary was initially derided by confused motorists, some of whom chose to avoid it completely. But a 2013 upgrade put the Lone Star stamp on The Circle by implementing a five-point star in its center. Today, the wheels of progress are still turning in Alta Vista, which boasts a favorable location south of Baylor University. “That’s become more of a development area,” says Daryl Weems, ALC, broker and owner at Twin Bends. “University built the new high school out there. It’s on the fast track.” State Highway 6, US Route 77 and Interstate 35 converge in an arrowhead around the residential areas, automotive dealers, warehouses and swaths of undeveloped land. “There are large tracts of land just sitting there, but it’s in transition,” says Cristi McGowan, broker and owner at Nexthome Our Town. “It would be a great neighborhood to invest in and hold.”
Ranch-style homes from the 1950s
Since Alta Vista is within a mile of the university, the area has numerous apartment complexes. Rows of ranch-style homes dating to the 1950s and ’60s comprise the bulk of the single-family housing stock. Most lots measure under a quarter acre, with postage-stamp-sized yards and the occasional cluster of trees. Some properties include attached garages, and although most have enough driveway space for one or two vehicles, cars are often parked on the street. On average, a three- or four-bedroom ranch costs $150,000 to $300,000. Vacant lots await builders and investors looking to put their own stamp along this edge of Waco. These tracts of development-ready land measure between a quarter and a third of an acre and cost $50,000 to $150,000 on average.
Alta Vista has many affordable houses for its residents.
You can find vibrant houses on your daily walk around Alta Vista.
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Gatherings at Magnolia Table
Magnolia Table is one of the hot properties drawing business back to The Circle’s orbit. Chip and Joanna Gaines of HGTV fame renovated the former Elite Café, transforming it into a New American breakfast and lunch spot. Deviled eggs served alongside brown sugar peppered bacon strips are a house specialty, and brunch classics like French toast and eggs Benedict are given Southern twists. Pulled pork and hot links wrapped in warm flour tortillas round out the menu at Chute 4 Rodeo Foods on Robinson Drive. Down the road at Appaloosa Trading Post, bargain hunters are encouraged to haggle for the best prices on Western apparel, saddles and furniture. Chains like Texas Roadhouse and Hooters gather along the interstate to satisfy urges for pub grub and comfort food. When it’s time to stock the cupboards, H-E-B plus! awaits on South Valley Mills Drive near The Circle.
Magnolia Table has many menu items for the whole family to enjoy.
Alta Vista locals love the Eggs Benedict's at Magnolia Table.
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Music and merriment at Melody Ranch
When the sun goes down, brightly colored lights come up at Melody Ranch, the quintessential Southern roadhouse. Live country-western music invites merrymakers to swing their way across the dance floor, and banquet-sized tables around the perimeter give large groups a place to gather and enjoy cocktails when they’re ready to give their tired feet a rest. The nightclub is open only on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and represents the neighborhood’s only opportunity for nightlife, so crowds are to be expected.
South Waco Elementary School in Waco, TX gets a "C" score on niche.
Starting out at South Waco Elementary
Alta Vista is home to two elementary schools, both hosting students from pre-kindergarten to grade 5. South Waco Elementary is a public school on Gurley Lane, and Alta Vista Elementary is a charter school with an adjoining park. Cesar Chavez Middle School lies northwest of the neighborhood on the other side of Interstate 35. All three schools have a Niche grade of C. After Cesar Chavez, students return to Alta Vista to attend University High School, which earns a B from Niche. The high school moved from its original location on Bagby Avenue to the freshly minted campus on South New Road in 2011.
Alta Vista residents enjoy a game of basketball at Alta Vista Park.
Alta Vista Park’s Wacoball Court
Adjacent to the charter elementary school, Alta Vista Park is home to “Wacoball Court,” a double basketball court ringed by elm trees. Paved walking trails wind past a shaded pavilion, emerald-hued play structures and trestle-style picnic tables. Oakwood Park is also nearby and features a baseball diamond, ample space for running around and a quiet location abutting a cemetery.
An arrowhead of highways
Robinson Drive bisects the neighborhood, with the scant handful of residential streets branching off in grid patterns. A few Waco Transit System bus stops are positioned along Robinson to provide access to the rest of the city. I-35 makes up the western border, intersecting with Valley Mills Drive and La Salle Avenue near The Circle. The convergence resembles an arrow pointing to Baylor University and downtown Waco, about 3 miles away. Residents commuting to Baylor should note that while the campus is within walking distance of some houses, a busy highway acts as a divider, making it more convenient to drive. At Waco Regional Airport, 13 miles from Alta Vista, major airlines like American and United offer connecting flights to larger airports in Dallas Fort Worth and Austin.
The Islamic Center of Waco
The Islamic Center of Waco, the first masjid in the greater Waco area, has welcomed the local Muslim community since 1987. Afzal Siddiq, an immigrant from Pakistan, founded the masjid with his wife and three sons. He continues to lead the Center, focusing on community engagement and welcoming Baylor students or anyone interested in learning more about Islam.
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Parks in this Area
Alta Vista Park
Peplow Park
Transit
Airport
Waco Regional
22 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alta Vista
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alta Vista, Waco sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Alta Vista, Waco over the last 12 months is $199,832, consistent with the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,754
Median Age
30
Population under 18
30.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,010
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,218
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.2%
College Graduates
19.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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