Elm Mott Real Estate
Elm Mott, Texas: A Piece of History Just North of Waco
Elm Mott is a small, unincorporated community sitting right off Interstate 35, about eight miles north of Waco. It's the kind of place where history and small-town living come together, making it a nice option for buyers who want peace and quiet without straying too far from the city.
Elm Mott's story goes back to just after the Civil War, when two families, the Christians and the Longs, settled the area. They first called it Geneva, but when the town applied for a post office in 1872, they found out another Texas town already had that name. So, locals picked a new name inspired by a grove of elm trees nearby, and Elm Mott was born. In the early 1880s, a railroad came through town, and Elm Mott grew to include a hotel, a mill, stores, and more. Cotton farming was a big part of life here for many years, just like much of McLennan County.
Elm Mott is part of the Connally Independent School District, which was formed when the town's original school district merged with a neighboring one back in 1951. Families here have easy access to schools, along with the wide-open land that makes the area popular for those who want more space.
Living in Elm Mott means quick access to everything Waco has to offer, from shopping and dining to well-known spots like Cameron Park, the Waco Suspension Bridge, and Magnolia Market. Being right off I-35 also makes it simple to travel north toward Dallas-Fort Worth or south toward Austin.
For buyers, Elm Mott offers a rare mix of small-town roots and modern convenience, with larger lots and a quieter pace of life just minutes from the city. For sellers, that same location and history can be a real selling point for anyone looking for space, character, and easy highway access. Elm Mott is a great choice for those who want a true taste of Central Texas heritage.
Elm Mott is a small, unincorporated community sitting right off Interstate 35, about eight miles north of Waco. It's the kind of place where history and small-town living come together, making it a nice option for buyers who want peace and quiet without straying too far from the city.
Elm Mott's story goes back to just after the Civil War, when two families, the Christians and the Longs, settled the area. They first called it Geneva, but when the town applied for a post office in 1872, they found out another Texas town already had that name. So, locals picked a new name inspired by a grove of elm trees nearby, and Elm Mott was born. In the early 1880s, a railroad came through town, and Elm Mott grew to include a hotel, a mill, stores, and more. Cotton farming was a big part of life here for many years, just like much of McLennan County.
Elm Mott is part of the Connally Independent School District, which was formed when the town's original school district merged with a neighboring one back in 1951. Families here have easy access to schools, along with the wide-open land that makes the area popular for those who want more space.
Living in Elm Mott means quick access to everything Waco has to offer, from shopping and dining to well-known spots like Cameron Park, the Waco Suspension Bridge, and Magnolia Market. Being right off I-35 also makes it simple to travel north toward Dallas-Fort Worth or south toward Austin.
For buyers, Elm Mott offers a rare mix of small-town roots and modern convenience, with larger lots and a quieter pace of life just minutes from the city. For sellers, that same location and history can be a real selling point for anyone looking for space, character, and easy highway access. Elm Mott is a great choice for those who want a true taste of Central Texas heritage.
Most Popular
211 W Long Street
$209,900
Most Expensive
211 W Long Street
$209,900
Least Expensive
211 W Long Street
$209900
Elm Mott Listings Summary
Elm Mott - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Elm Mott: $209,900 / County Avg $412,800
51%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Elm Mott: 1,444 / County Avg 2,090
69%
Avg Price per/sqft in Elm Mott:$145 / County Avg $197
74%
Avg Year Built in Elm Mott: 1969 / County Avg 1993
99%
Avg Days on Website in Elm Mott: 58 / County Avg 94
62%
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