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Highlights

  • In-unit laundry
  • Spacious open-concept living/dining/kitchen area
  • Private bathrooms
  • Generously-sized bedrooms
  • Dedicated covered off-street parking

Location

1318 James Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA|Baylor
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Campus Realtors

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(254) 870-8851

Property Overview

1318 James Ave offers excellent value with a competitive price, strong amenity package, and an overall expert rating of 8.3/10. Residents benefit from a spacious open-concept layout, generously sized bedrooms with private bathrooms, in-unit laundry, and dedicated covered off-street parking, plus convenient access to highly rated nearby schools. The walkable, transit-friendly neighborhood with numerous restaurants and parks makes it especially appealing for an active social life and environmentally conscious living.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1318 James Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1318 James Ave. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/3.0BA3 bed3 bath$1,350 /mo1 unit availableThis 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom duplex offers the perfect combination of space, comfort, and convenience just blocks from Baylor University and minutes from downtown Waco. Designed with both functionality and privacy in mind, the home features a spacious open-concept living/dining/kitchen area ideal for relaxing, studying, or entertaining. The generously-sized bedrooms include a walk-in closets and private bathrooms, providing an ideal setup for roommates. In-unit laundry adds everyday convenience, while dedicated covered off-street parking ensures easy and secure access year-round. With a prime location near campus, dining, shopping, and entertainment, this duplex is an excellent option for those seeking a comfortable and convenient Baylor-area home.

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About 1318 James Ave.

HomeApartments in WacoBaylor 1318 James Ave.

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom duplex offers the perfect combination of space, comfort, and convenience just blocks from Baylor University and minutes from downtown Waco. Designed with both functionality and privacy in mind, the home features a spacious open-concept living/dining/kitchen area ideal for relaxing, studying, or entertaining. The generously-sized bedrooms include a walk-in closets and private bathrooms, providing an ideal setup for roommates. In-unit laundry adds everyday convenience, while dedicated covered off-street parking ensures easy and secure access year-round. With a prime location near campus, dining, shopping, and entertainment, this duplex is an excellent option for those seeking a comfortable and convenient Baylor-area home.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1318 James Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1318 James Ave. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1318 James Ave.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1318 James Ave. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1318 James Ave. is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1318 James Ave. is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1318 James Ave. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1318 James Ave. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1318 James Ave. is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 5 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 117 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1318 James Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Baylor

3-bedroom apartments at 1318 James Ave. cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Baylor.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Baylor
Waco
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Waco
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,135
June 2024$1,186
July 2024$1,155
August 2024$1,150
September 2024$1,081
October 2024$1,101
November 2024$1,074
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,125
February 2025$1,099
March 2025$1,042
April 2025$1,017
May 2025$1,040
June 2025$1,080
July 2025$1,092
August 2025$1,086
September 2025$1,069
October 2025$1,069
November 2025$1,052
December 2025$1,059
January 2026$1,009
February 2026$1,007
March 2026$1,000
April 2026$1,008
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Baylor
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$765
June 2024$776
July 2024$761
August 2024$767
September 2024$740
November 2024$1,007
December 2024$850
January 2025$875
February 2025$875
March 2025$832
April 2025$809
May 2025$806
June 2025$790
July 2025$820
August 2025$755
September 2025$799
October 2025$799
November 2025$833
December 2025$831
January 2026$780
February 2026$809
March 2026$829
April 2026$832

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $54,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,350.
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Schools near 1318 James Ave.

South Waco Elementary School

2104 gurley ln

waco, TX, 76706

PK, K-5Public
C-

G.L. Wiley Opportunity Center

1030 e live oak st

waco, TX, 76704

3-12Public

Park Hill Elementary

700 ritchie rd

hewitt, TX, 76643

PK, K-5Public

Hallsburg School

2313 hallsburg rd

waco, TX, 76705

PK, K-6Public
B+

NEW EL

11495 wortham bend rd

china spring, TX, 76633

PK, K-1Public
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Neighborhood

Baylor | Waco, TX

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Waco near 1318 James Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 1318 James Ave, Waco

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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