Oglesby Real Estate
Oglesby, TX Real Estate: Peaceful Country Living in Coryell County
If peaceful country living is what you're after, Oglesby, Texas is a charming option worth considering. This small city sits in eastern Coryell County, about 7 miles west of McGregor and 15 miles east of Gatesville. That means residents enjoy wide-open space and a slower pace of life, while still being a reasonable drive from Waco and other nearby cities.
Oglesby's roots go back to 1882, when the railroad first came through the area. The town was originally called Hilltop, since it sat at the highest point along the rail line. It was later renamed Oglesby, honoring William Oglesby, a local landowner who donated land for the townsite. By the mid-1880s, Oglesby had grown into a small farming community with gristmills, cotton gins, churches, and a school. During World War II, a nearby naval ordnance plant brought new jobs to the area, helping the town recover after tough economic times. Oglesby officially became a city in 1953.
Today, Oglesby keeps that same small-town, close-knit feel. It's the kind of place where neighbors know each other and life moves at an easygoing pace, with plenty of open land for those who love a bit of elbow room. Being part of the Killeen-Temple area also means residents have access to nearby job opportunities, including those connected to Fort Cavazos.
For buyers looking for a quiet rural setting with strong small-town character and easy access to nearby cities, Oglesby is a great place to call home.
If peaceful country living is what you're after, Oglesby, Texas is a charming option worth considering. This small city sits in eastern Coryell County, about 7 miles west of McGregor and 15 miles east of Gatesville. That means residents enjoy wide-open space and a slower pace of life, while still being a reasonable drive from Waco and other nearby cities.
Oglesby's roots go back to 1882, when the railroad first came through the area. The town was originally called Hilltop, since it sat at the highest point along the rail line. It was later renamed Oglesby, honoring William Oglesby, a local landowner who donated land for the townsite. By the mid-1880s, Oglesby had grown into a small farming community with gristmills, cotton gins, churches, and a school. During World War II, a nearby naval ordnance plant brought new jobs to the area, helping the town recover after tough economic times. Oglesby officially became a city in 1953.
Today, Oglesby keeps that same small-town, close-knit feel. It's the kind of place where neighbors know each other and life moves at an easygoing pace, with plenty of open land for those who love a bit of elbow room. Being part of the Killeen-Temple area also means residents have access to nearby job opportunities, including those connected to Fort Cavazos.
For buyers looking for a quiet rural setting with strong small-town character and easy access to nearby cities, Oglesby is a great place to call home.
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Oglesby Listings Summary
Oglesby - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Oglesby: $239,800 / County Avg $368,800
65%
Avg Taxes in Oglesby: $2,100 / County Avg $3,800
57%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Oglesby: 1,686 / County Avg 1,877
90%
Avg Price per/sqft in Oglesby:$142 / County Avg $197
72%
Avg Year Built in Oglesby: 2000 / County Avg 1995
100%
Avg Days on Website in Oglesby: 279 / County Avg 121
231%
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