Moody Real Estate
Moody, TX Real Estate: Small-Town Charm Near Waco & McGregor
Small-town Texas charm with easy access to Waco — that's Moody in a nutshell. This friendly community sits in McLennan County, about 10 miles from McGregor, giving residents a quiet country lifestyle with nearby cities close by for work and shopping.
Moody got its start in 1881, when a new railroad line came through the area. The town was named after William Lewis Moody, one of the railroad's directors. Moody grew quickly, pulling in residents and businesses from the nearby town of Perry, which had been bypassed by the tracks. By the 1880s, Moody had churches, cotton gins, a school, and its own newspaper. Residents voted to officially form the city in 1901, and Moody has kept that same welcoming, small-town feel ever since.
Today, Moody is known for its friendly local spots, including Lucy's Cafe, Double Sky Diner, and Rushin' River Coffee Company — the kind of places where everybody feels like a regular. Outdoor lovers will enjoy being close to Mother Neff State Park, Iron Bridge Park, and nearby wildlife areas, perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and weekend picnics.
With small-town warmth, local charm, and easy access to Waco and McGregor, Moody is a great choice for buyers who want peaceful country living without giving up nearby city conveniences.
Small-town Texas charm with easy access to Waco — that's Moody in a nutshell. This friendly community sits in McLennan County, about 10 miles from McGregor, giving residents a quiet country lifestyle with nearby cities close by for work and shopping.
Moody got its start in 1881, when a new railroad line came through the area. The town was named after William Lewis Moody, one of the railroad's directors. Moody grew quickly, pulling in residents and businesses from the nearby town of Perry, which had been bypassed by the tracks. By the 1880s, Moody had churches, cotton gins, a school, and its own newspaper. Residents voted to officially form the city in 1901, and Moody has kept that same welcoming, small-town feel ever since.
Today, Moody is known for its friendly local spots, including Lucy's Cafe, Double Sky Diner, and Rushin' River Coffee Company — the kind of places where everybody feels like a regular. Outdoor lovers will enjoy being close to Mother Neff State Park, Iron Bridge Park, and nearby wildlife areas, perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and weekend picnics.
With small-town warmth, local charm, and easy access to Waco and McGregor, Moody is a great choice for buyers who want peaceful country living without giving up nearby city conveniences.
Most Popular
431 Spring meadow
$745,000
Most Expensive
2276 Hodge
$1,840,000
Least Expensive
114 Avenue A
$119900
Moody Listings Summary
Moody - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Moody: $692,100 / County Avg $413,200
168%
Avg Taxes in Moody: $5,900 / County Avg $5,800
102%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Moody: 2,560 / County Avg 1,997
128%
Avg Price per/sqft in Moody:$270 / County Avg $207
131%
Avg Year Built in Moody: 1999 / County Avg 1983
101%
Avg Days on Website in Moody: 121 / County Avg 99
122%
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