Hewitt Real Estate
Hewitt, TX Homes: Small-Town Comfort Right Outside Waco
If you love the idea of a quiet neighborhood with a big city just down the road, Hewitt might be your perfect match. This growing community sits just eight miles southwest of Waco in south central McLennan County, giving residents an easy commute to Waco's jobs, shops, and hospitals while still enjoying small-town living at home.
Hewitt has a strong railroad history. The town was established in 1882 when the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad built a new section of track, and it was named for George A. Hewitt, a railroad director. Back in the 1890s, the young town had a gristmill, a cotton gin, a grocery, and sixty to 100 residents, shipping grain and lumber to nearby markets. From those humble beginnings, Hewitt has grown into a thriving city, officially incorporating in 1960 and seeing rapid growth in the decades that followed. Today, it's home to over 16,000 residents and counting.
Outdoor lovers will feel right at home here. Hewitt Park sits on Castleman Creek and features a picnic area, ball diamond, soccer and football field, walking track, and even a disc golf course. Warren Park, also along Castleman Creek, offers even more green space nearby. For bigger adventures, Lake Waco and Cameron Park are just minutes away, offering fishing, boating, biking, and hiking for the whole family
If you love the idea of a quiet neighborhood with a big city just down the road, Hewitt might be your perfect match. This growing community sits just eight miles southwest of Waco in south central McLennan County, giving residents an easy commute to Waco's jobs, shops, and hospitals while still enjoying small-town living at home.
Hewitt has a strong railroad history. The town was established in 1882 when the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad built a new section of track, and it was named for George A. Hewitt, a railroad director. Back in the 1890s, the young town had a gristmill, a cotton gin, a grocery, and sixty to 100 residents, shipping grain and lumber to nearby markets. From those humble beginnings, Hewitt has grown into a thriving city, officially incorporating in 1960 and seeing rapid growth in the decades that followed. Today, it's home to over 16,000 residents and counting.
Outdoor lovers will feel right at home here. Hewitt Park sits on Castleman Creek and features a picnic area, ball diamond, soccer and football field, walking track, and even a disc golf course. Warren Park, also along Castleman Creek, offers even more green space nearby. For bigger adventures, Lake Waco and Cameron Park are just minutes away, offering fishing, boating, biking, and hiking for the whole family
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Hewitt's location also puts residents close to some of Central Texas's favorite attractions. Baylor University's Mayborn Museum Complex, the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Dr Pepper Museum are all a short drive away in Waco. Sports fans can even catch a game at Baylor's McLane Stadium.
Whether you're buying your first home or selling a longtime family property, Hewitt offers a rare combination: peaceful neighborhoods, great parks, and quick access to everything a bigger city has to offer.
Hewitt's location also puts residents close to some of Central Texas's favorite attractions. Baylor University's Mayborn Museum Complex, the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Dr Pepper Museum are all a short drive away in Waco. Sports fans can even catch a game at Baylor's McLane Stadium.
Whether you're buying your first home or selling a longtime family property, Hewitt offers a rare combination: peaceful neighborhoods, great parks, and quick access to everything a bigger city has to offer.
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932 Gallant Fox Road
$505,000
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932 Gallant Fox Road
$505,000
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1313 Red Rock Road
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Hewitt Listings Summary
Hewitt - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Hewitt: $463,400 / County Avg $414,400
112%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Hewitt: 2,206 / County Avg 2,095
105%
Avg Price per/sqft in Hewitt:$210 / County Avg $198
106%
Avg Year Built in Hewitt: 2024 / County Avg 1993
102%
Avg Days on Website in Hewitt: 230 / County Avg 96
240%
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Last Updated: September 27, 2026 12:19 AM UTC
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