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Waco-Area Farm Town

About Riesel, TX

Riesel is a small McLennan County city southeast of Waco, a former cotton-gin and railroad community along State Highway 6.

Riesel is a city in McLennan County, Texas, situated in the Blackland Prairie farming country of Central Texas, about 14 miles southeast of Waco. It is part of the Waco metropolitan statistical area, and its 2020 population was 1,062, a modest increase from 1,007 a decade earlier. The city sits at the intersection of State Highway 6 and Farm Road 1860, along the Missouri Pacific Railroad, which has shaped its layout and history. The community's origins are agricultural and railroad-centered. During the region's railroad expansion, the Houston and Texas Central Railway built a section-house known as Roddy on the site around 1880, and by the 1890s Riesel had grown up around a cotton gin beside the tracks—a pattern common to small Texas towns of the era. Farming and ranching have remained the backbone of the local economy ever since, with cotton, grain, and livestock defining the surrounding landscape. Riesel functions today as a compact, low-density community where most residents own their homes. The Riesel Independent School District, based in the city, operates two campuses and serves roughly 650 students, with a small portion of its territory extending into neighboring Falls County, making the schools a focal point of local life. The town's streets are quiet and residential, with the school, churches, and a small commercial core along State Highway 6 providing the community's anchors. The city's appeal is straightforward: a quiet, affordable small town with strong agricultural character and quick access to Waco's employment, shopping, education, and medical facilities via State Highway 6. Its position on the highway and rail corridor gives residents an easy connection to the wider metro while the surrounding prairie keeps the setting distinctly rural. Riesel suits those who want space, a close-knit community, and a slower pace within a short drive of a regional center.

Population 1,062
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What county is Riesel, Texas in?

Riesel is located in McLennan County, Texas, in the central part of the state. It sits about 14 miles southeast of Waco and is part of the Waco metropolitan statistical area.

What is the population of Riesel, Texas?

Riesel's population was 1,062 at the 2020 census, up slightly from 1,007 in 2010. It is a small city with a suburban-rural mix, and most of its residents own their homes rather than rent.

What is the history of Riesel, Texas?

Riesel began in the 1890s as a cotton gin beside a railroad track, after the Houston and Texas Central Railway built a section-house called Roddy on the site around 1880. Farming and ranching have remained central to the local economy.

What school district serves Riesel?

Riesel is served by the Riesel Independent School District, a small rural district based in the city. The district operates two campuses and enrolls roughly 650 students, with a portion of its territory extending into neighboring Falls County.

How do you get to Riesel, Texas?

Riesel sits at the intersection of State Highway 6 and Farm Road 1860, on the Missouri Pacific Railroad. State Highway 6 connects the city to Waco, about 14 miles northwest, and continues south toward Marlin.

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About Riesel

Real Estate & Housing

Housing in Riesel reflects its small-town, agricultural setting, with a mix of modest single-family homes in town, older farmhouses, and rural acreage on the outskirts. Lot sizes are generally generous, and the surrounding countryside offers parcels suited to farming, ranching, or simply room to spread out. Development is low-density, with little large-scale subdivision activity, and inventory skews toward resale homes and land rather than new construction volume. The market is value-oriented compared with Waco and other Texas metros, appealing to first-time buyers, families, and those seeking a quieter rural base with easy highway access to the city.

Neighborhoods

Lifestyle in Riesel

Riesel offers a quiet, small-town lifestyle with a strong agricultural identity and close ties to nearby Waco. Daily life is unhurried, centered on the local school, churches, and the farming and ranching that define the surrounding countryside. Residents own their homes at a high rate, and the community's suburban-rural mix means neighbors know one another while still enjoying space and privacy. Shopping, medical care, higher education, and entertainment are a short drive away in Waco, giving residents the benefits of a small town with metro conveniences nearby. It suits families, retirees, and those seeking a lower-cost, community-oriented base in Central Texas.

Schools & Education

Riesel is served by the Riesel Independent School District, a small rural district based in the city. The district operates two campuses and enrolls roughly 650 students, spanning elementary through high school, with a portion of its territory extending into neighboring Falls County. The small scale of the district fosters close relationships between families and staff, and the school system functions as a central part of community life. Families moving to the area should note that the district's rural reach can mean longer bus routes from outlying homes. Higher education and specialized programs are available nearby in Waco, including Baylor University and McLennan Community College.

Getting Around

Riesel sits at the intersection of State Highway 6 and Farm Road 1860, on the Missouri Pacific Railroad line. State Highway 6 is the community's principal route, connecting northwest to Waco about 14 miles away and south toward Marlin, making it a practical corridor for commuters and regional travel. The city is automobile-dependent, with no fixed-route transit service, and daily errands beyond the basics typically involve a drive into Waco or nearby Mart and Marlin. The railroad that helped found the town remains an active part of the local landscape, though passenger travel is served by road and the Waco area's regional airport.

Parks & Recreation

Recreation around Riesel is rooted in the rural Central Texas landscape, with hunting, fishing, and outdoor pursuits common on the surrounding farmland and along the area's creeks and the nearby Brazos River. The city's small parks and school facilities provide local gathering and play spaces, while the larger recreational amenities of Waco—including Lake Waco, Cameron Park, and the city's trail system along the Brazos—are a short drive to the northwest. The rolling Blackland Prairie also lends itself to scenic drives and rural cycling, and Waco's museums, sports, and cultural venues extend entertainment options within easy reach of the community.

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How homes have been selling here over the last 90 days.

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trending_down Price Reductions 0
payments Median Sale Price $259,000 +10.2%
square_foot Price per Sq Ft $155
schedule Avg Days on Market 123
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percent Sale-to-List Ratio 100.0%
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Houses in Riesel, TX

Handpicked properties hitting the scene in your area.

4 West Lane For Sale
$25,500,000
4 West LaneHouston, TX 77019
  • 5 bd
  • 8 ba
  • 17808 sqft
  • Built 2024
  • 15210959
15016 Flat Top Ranch Road For Sale
$20,000,000
15016 Flat Top Ranch RoadAustin, TX 78732
  • 6 bd
  • 6.5 ba
  • 9725 sqft
  • Built 2018
  • 4447742
15126 Walden Road For Sale
$19,999,999
15126 Walden RoadMontgomery, TX 77356
  • 5 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 10520 sqft
  • Built 2010
  • 58608298
4625 Rockcliff Road For Sale
$19,000,000
4625 Rockcliff RoadAustin, TX 78746
  • 4 bd
  • 5 ba
  • 5275 sqft
  • Built 2001
  • 2163562
1331 E Parker Road For Sale
$18,500,000
1331 E Parker RoadMuldoon, TX 78949
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 1574 sqft
  • Built 2024
  • 5887178
201 S Angel Light Drive For Sale
$17,900,000
201 S Angel Light DriveSpicewood, TX 78669
  • 5 bd
  • 6 ba
  • 8880 sqft
  • Built 2009
  • 1350346
Address Not Shown For Sale
$15,995,000
Address Not ShownDripping Springs, TX 78620
  • 4 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 5375 sqft
  • Built 2012
  • 9524548
26100 Countryside Drive For Sale
$15,950,000
26100 Countryside DriveSpicewood, TX 78669
  • 5 bd
  • 5.5 ba
  • 10202 sqft
  • Built 1991
  • 8697049
1003 The High Road ActiveUnderContract
$15,900,000
1003 The High RoadAustin, TX 78746
  • 7 bd
  • 9.5 ba
  • 10912 sqft
  • Built 2025
  • 8682310
19813 Angel Bay Drive For Sale
$14,999,000
19813 Angel Bay DriveSpicewood, TX 78669
  • 7 bd
  • 8 ba
  • 10468 sqft
  • Built 2015
  • 5006835
811 Congress Avenue For Sale
$14,950,000
811 Congress AvenueAustin, TX 78701
  • 5 bd
  • 8 ba
  • 8803 sqft
  • Built 1930
  • 2586333
Rolling Ridge Road For Sale
$13,975,000
Rolling Ridge RoadLockhart, TX 78644
  • 1 bd
  • 1 ba
  • 870 sqft
  • Built 2002
  • 4867114

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Townhomes in Riesel, TX

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101 Westcott Street #2001 For Sale
$6,995,000
101 Westcott Street #2001Houston, TX 77007
  • 4 bd
  • 5.5 ba
  • Built 1981
  • 26083069
4521 San Felipe Street #3201 For Sale
$4,500,000
4521 San Felipe Street #3201Houston, TX 77027
  • 5 bd
  • 5.5 ba
  • 5486 sqft
  • Built 2019
  • 76471898
25329 Colette Street Active
$4,500,000
25329 Colette StreetPorter, TX 77365
  • Built 2025
  • 65945789
1047 Long Reach Drive Active
$3,950,000
1047 Long Reach DriveTiki Island, TX 77554
  • 3 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 3325 sqft
  • Built 1994
  • 44032841
2802 Shaver Street Pending
$3,933,000
2802 Shaver StreetPasadena, TX 77502
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 1372 sqft
  • Built 2021
  • 29472039
14939 Cullen Boulevard Active
$3,700,000
14939 Cullen BoulevardHouston, TX 77047
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 5286 sqft
  • Built 1950
  • 94965937
10814 Woodedge Drive Pending
$3,500,000
10814 Woodedge DriveHouston, TX 77070
  • 21664 sqft
  • Built 1970
  • 75154230
2401 14th Avenue Active
$3,165,000
2401 14th AvenueTexas City, TX 77590
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 23824 sqft
  • Built 2018
  • 40933291
12125 Aldine Westfield Road #17 Active
$2,800,000
12125 Aldine Westfield Road #17Houston, TX 77093
  • 960 sqft
  • Built 1944
  • 63369165
1502 Jenkins Road Active
$2,675,000
1502 Jenkins RoadPasadena, TX 77506
  • 7036 sqft
  • Built 1968
  • 40773367
397 County Road 379 Active
$2,500,000
397 County Road 379Cleveland, TX 77328
  • 4 ba
  • 1436 sqft
  • Built 1965
  • 8908820
250 Sunrise Avenue For Sale
$2,499,000
250 Sunrise AvenuePort Aransas, TX 78373
  • 4 bd
  • 5 ba
  • 3550 sqft
  • Built 2023
  • 472225

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Condos in Riesel, TX

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2120 Post Oak Boulevard #PH3 For Sale
$27,500,000
2120 Post Oak Boulevard #PH3Houston, TX 77056
  • 5 bd
  • 7 ba
  • 9715 sqft
  • Built 2029
  • 77821306
5929 Wooldridge Pending
$22,900,000
5929 WooldridgeCorpus Christi, TX 78414
  • 214861 sqft
  • Built 2006
  • 427308
102 Asbury Street #3701 Pending
$17,995,000
102 Asbury Street #3701Houston, TX 77007
  • 4 bd
  • 5.5 ba
  • 6414 sqft
  • Built 2028
  • 75829625
102 Asbury Street #3703 Pending
$14,995,000
102 Asbury Street #3703Houston, TX 77007
  • 4 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 5282 sqft
  • Built 2028
  • 30855564
102 Asbury Street #3501 Pending
$14,500,000
102 Asbury Street #3501Houston, TX 77007
  • 3 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 4672 sqft
  • Built 2028
  • 70862908
1407 Sidney Baker Street For Sale
$13,500,000
1407 Sidney Baker StreetKerrville, TX 78028
  • 35603 sqft
  • Built 2017
  • 466105
6507 Bridge Point Parkway #Bluestem 2A For Sale
$12,975,000
6507 Bridge Point Parkway #Bluestem 2AAustin, TX 78730
  • 4 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 3926 sqft
  • Built 2026
  • 3196183
1275 S Post Oak Lane #2502 For Sale
$11,000,000
1275 S Post Oak Lane #2502Houston, TX 77056
  • 5 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 8689 sqft
  • Built 2014
  • 40248263
2120 Post Oak Boulevard #27C For Sale
$9,000,000
2120 Post Oak Boulevard #27CHouston, TX 77056
  • 4 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 4844 sqft
  • Built 2029
  • 85457726
102 Asbury Street #3101 For Sale
$8,700,000
102 Asbury Street #3101Houston, TX 77007
  • 3 bd
  • 3.5 ba
  • 3563 sqft
  • Built 2028
  • 2537628
6507 Bridge Point Parkway #Gardenia 2A For Sale
$8,475,000
6507 Bridge Point Parkway #Gardenia 2AAustin, TX 78730
  • 3 bd
  • 3.5 ba
  • 3084 sqft
  • Built 2026
  • 8957258
2399 Lake Woodlands Drive #W1005/6 For Sale
$8,327,823
2399 Lake Woodlands Drive #W1005/6The Woodlands, TX 77380
  • 4 bd
  • 5 ba
  • 4124 sqft
  • 81642891

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1120 Battle Lake Road For Sale
$215,000
1120 Battle Lake RoadRiesel, TX 76682
  • 4 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 2240 sqft
  • Built 1991
  • 621231
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