Temple Real Estate
Temple, TX Homes: City Convenience With Small-Town Heart
Looking for a bigger city with small-town charm, great parks, and a growing food scene? Temple, Texas has it all. This city sits right along Interstate 35 in northeastern Bell County, about 34 miles south of Waco and an hour north of Austin. That means residents enjoy the perks of city living with easy access to two major Texas cities.
Temple's story starts with the railroad. The town was founded in 1881 as a construction camp for the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway, and it was named after the railroad's chief engineer, Bernard Moore Temple. The town grew fast, quickly becoming an important railroad hub with repair shops, hospitals, and businesses. Temple soon became known as a major medical center too, home to what eventually became Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, now one of the largest hospitals in the region. Today, Temple is a thriving city of more than 80,000 people and a key part of Central Texas.
Outdoor lovers will love Temple's more than 30 parks, along with 11 miles of scenic trails at Miller Springs Nature Area. Nearby Lake Belton offers boating, fishing, and swimming just minutes from home. Downtown Temple is buzzing with life too, featuring local shops, restaurants, and a lively arts scene, especially during the popular monthly "First Friday" celebrations. History buffs will enjoy the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, housed in the beautifully restored 1911 Santa Fe Depot.
With great schools, top medical care, plenty of parks, and quick access to Waco and Austin, Temple is a fantastic choice for buyers looking for the best of both small-town charm and big-city convenience.
Looking for a bigger city with small-town charm, great parks, and a growing food scene? Temple, Texas has it all. This city sits right along Interstate 35 in northeastern Bell County, about 34 miles south of Waco and an hour north of Austin. That means residents enjoy the perks of city living with easy access to two major Texas cities.
Temple's story starts with the railroad. The town was founded in 1881 as a construction camp for the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway, and it was named after the railroad's chief engineer, Bernard Moore Temple. The town grew fast, quickly becoming an important railroad hub with repair shops, hospitals, and businesses. Temple soon became known as a major medical center too, home to what eventually became Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, now one of the largest hospitals in the region. Today, Temple is a thriving city of more than 80,000 people and a key part of Central Texas.
Outdoor lovers will love Temple's more than 30 parks, along with 11 miles of scenic trails at Miller Springs Nature Area. Nearby Lake Belton offers boating, fishing, and swimming just minutes from home. Downtown Temple is buzzing with life too, featuring local shops, restaurants, and a lively arts scene, especially during the popular monthly "First Friday" celebrations. History buffs will enjoy the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, housed in the beautifully restored 1911 Santa Fe Depot.
With great schools, top medical care, plenty of parks, and quick access to Waco and Austin, Temple is a fantastic choice for buyers looking for the best of both small-town charm and big-city convenience.
Most Popular
1540 Cobble Hill Court
$370,000
Most Expensive
8813, 8725 Stallion Rd
$1,685,000
Least Expensive
111 N 11th Street
$1025
Temple Listings Summary
Temple - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Temple: $330,400 / County Avg $343,100
96%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Temple: 2,000 / County Avg 2,019
99%
Avg Price per/sqft in Temple:$165 / County Avg $170
97%
Avg Year Built in Temple: 2001 / County Avg 2002
100%
Avg Days on Website in Temple: 115 / County Avg 108
106%
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