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A mammoth find in North Lake Waco
In 1978, while walking along a creek in the area now known as North Lake Waco, two men made a startling discovery: massive, moss-coated bone fragments protruding from clay along the riverbank. The fossils turned out to be the remnants of Columbian mammoths — the country's first and only recorded evidence of a nursery herd. The site earned National Monument status in 2015, helping form the backbone of this neighborhood on Waco's outskirts. “There’s not much ‘town’ out here,” says Joe Reed, Realtor with Weichert Realtors and 2024 president of the Waco Association of Realtors. “It’s a suburban area with farmland and lots to be developed.” The neighborhood is also the home of Waco Regional Airport and Hawaiian Falls Waco, a family-oriented waterpark.
Waco Mammoth National Monument is a fascinating paleontological site in North Lake Waco.
Hawaiian Falls is a local waterpark and neighborhood hotspot.
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Builds of brick and stone
In recent years, real estate developers have caught on to the potential of this lakeside region. While some ranch-style homes date to the 1970s, single- and two-story contemporary builds with brick and stone construction are more common. Regional builders Stylecraft and D.R. Horton dominate subdivisions like Brentwood and Foxborough with homes that share similar floor plans and architectural flair. Many newer houses have attached garages and intricate entryways with eye-catching arches and columns. Some properties on North Shore Circle offer views of the fairway at Lake Waco Golf Club. On average, three- and four-bedroom homes cost $300,000 to $500,000, with larger estates in gated communities fetching $500,000 to $700,000.
Ranch-style homes in North Lake Waco feature spacious, single-story layouts.
North Lake Waco features a mix of architectural styles, from ranch to contemporary homes.
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Finding fossils at Waco Mammoth National Monument
Field trips to the Waco Mammoth National Monument are standard practice for local students. Though many fossils now reside in the Mayborn Museum Complex at Baylor University 6 miles away, most specimens excavated since 1990 remain within the bone bed. Visitors can observe the skulls and tusks in the climate-controlled Dig Shelter, inspect an 11,000-year-old mammoth tooth and enjoy a stroll along the nature trails. Experienced and amateur golfers tee off at Lake Waco Golf Club, a semi-private facility with two 18-hole courses. Airport Beach Park is between the lake and the airport, offering diverting views in all directions. Marksmen take aim at Waco Skeet & Trap, also near the airport. HOT Dog Park on Steinbeck Bend Drive gives dog parents a place to connect while their canine companions enjoy romping around the grassy expanse. On the hottest days, aquatic adventures beckon at Hawaiian Falls Waco, a 10-acre waterpark featuring tube slides, body slides and a wave pool.
The North Lake Waco golf club is open to visitors and residents and has 18 courses.
H.O.T. Dog Park features walking trails and covered trees.
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The Bosqueville Bulldogs
North Lake Waco students attend a progression of schools in the Bosqueville Independent School District. All are nearby, with the middle and elementary schools sharing space near Bulldog Stadium, home of high school football games and track meets. Bosqueville Elementary School gets an A from Niche, while Bosqueville Middle School gets a B-plus. The high school, called Bosqueville Secondary School, receives an A.
Bosqueville Elementary
Bosqueville High School
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The way to Waco Regional Airport
At Waco Regional Airport, travelers connect to major hubs like Dallas Fort Worth and Houston without the hassle of driving several hours. Since this is a small airfield, its convenient location outweighs other concerns. “I have not had one person that I’ve sold to complain about airplane noise,” Reed says. “It’s small planes taking off, and it’s not 24-7.” North Lake Waco is 5 miles from downtown, an easy drive along M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard. Since Waco Transit System buses don't travel past Lake Shore Drive, this is a car-dependent community.
The local airport is located within the heart of the neighborhood.
Downtown Waco is only a short drive away and has retail and restaurants.
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Uncle Worm’s in the big red barn
It’s tough for motorists to miss Uncle Worm’s Texas Cuisine, a roadside bar and restaurant encamped within an apple-red barn. The smoked ribeye is tasty either on its own, or crowning a bed of romaine with smoked corn relish and crispy jalapenos. Jon Lillies Steakhouse, tucked within a nearby strip mall, is lauded for comfort food like loaded spuds and chicken fried steak. Daily and weekly specials on fried catfish and steak fingers distinguish the menu at Griff’s, which also serves breakfast. The closest H-E-B is in Cameron Park on North 19th Street.
Griff's is a historic neighborhood staple featuring southern comfort dining.
Uncle Worms Texas Cuisine has an upstairs bar with live music.
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Racking them up at Lakeside
It takes some time for the eyes to adjust to the dim lighting at Lakeside Tavern, especially after stepping out of the hot Texas sun. Fortunately, the friendly staff at this neighborhood bar is quick to offer icy bottles of beer, complete with koozies to help keep them cold. Patrons shoot pool and trade stories, and everybody knows each other. “It’s like Cheers in the country,” Reed says. There’s nothing on tap here except for the chilled pickle shots, a local lip-puckering libation made from vodka and pickle juice. Lakeside occasionally hosts live outdoor music on weekend nights.
On the banks of Lake Waco
Lake Waco is prone to flooding during heavy rainfall, particularly in winter and spring. Recently, area parks and campgrounds were temporarily closed due to high lake levels and flooding. Waco is also in a tornado-prone region of Texas, where the twister risk is already higher than the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Waco Riverbend Park
H.O.T. Dog Park
B & S Farm & Ranch Center
Airport Beach Park
Transit
Airport
Waco Regional
10 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Lake Waco
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Lake Waco, Waco sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in North Lake Waco, Waco over the last 12 months is $337,579, up 2% from 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,142
Median Age
35
Population under 18
30.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,272
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,186
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.4%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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