Downtown Waco vs North Lake Waco

Waco, TX Neighborhood Comparison

Downtown Waco's median sale price is $422k, about $115k (37%) more than North Lake Waco's $307k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Downtown Waco
$422k median
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Neighborhood B
North Lake Waco
$307k median
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Downtown Waco
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North Lake Waco
$422k
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Median Price
$307k
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School Rating
not compared: missing on one side
9/10
Downtown Waco
Median Price
100%
North Lake Waco
Median Price
73%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Waco or North Lake Waco more expensive?

Downtown Waco has a median home price of $422k and North Lake Waco is $307k. North Lake Waco is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Downtown Waco or North Lake Waco?

Downtown Waco has a school rating of 0/10 and North Lake Waco rates 9/10 (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Downtown Waco has no Walk Score on file. North Lake Waco has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.