Downtown Waco vs West Waco

Waco, TX Neighborhood Comparison

Downtown Waco's median sale price is $422k, about $106k (33%) more than West Waco's $317k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Downtown Waco
$422k median
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Neighborhood B
West Waco
$317k median
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Downtown Waco
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West Waco
$422k
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Median Price
$317k
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School Rating
not compared: missing on one side
9/10
Downtown Waco
Median Price
100%
West Waco
Median Price
75%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Waco or West Waco more expensive?

Downtown Waco has a median home price of $422k and West Waco is $317k. West Waco is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Downtown Waco or West Waco?

Downtown Waco has a school rating of 0/10 and West 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. West Waco has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.