Mexia is named after a famous general who was a hero for the Republic of Texas Army.
The city of Mexia is in Limestone County, Texas and has a population of 7,459
Mexia is named after a famous general who was a hero for the Republic of Texas Army.
The city of Mexia is in Limestone County, Texas and has a population of 7,459. The city motto is "A great place, no matter how you pronounce it," is based on the fact that so many people mispronounce the name - it's actually pronounced May-Hay-uh! It's a humid, subtropical climate so living here means that summers are hot and humid while winters are fairly mild. The city sits on the intersection of U.S. Highway 84 and State Highways 14 and 171. It's just about 40 miles east of Waco and about 90 minutes south of Dallas/Fort Worth. There are heaps of attractions in and around Mexia that draw in tourists and residents alike. History nerds take note: The Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historical Park is just 8.5 miles southwest and the Old Fort Parker State Historic Site is located about 8 miles south. Lake Mexia is a popular place for residents and visitors to go hiking, camping and boating. Fort Parker State Park is located just a few miles outside of town as well.
Planning to find rental homes in Mexia? You're going to have a fairly easy time of it! About a quarter of the homes in Mexia are rental units, so you should be able to find something great if you just head out and start looking! Moving in the summer months is going to be blazing hot. That's one thing you'll want to take into consideration when looking for an apartment complex. Besides that, there isn't much difference as far as what time of year you're planning to move. Just make sure to allow yourself 4-6 weeks in order to find a place. You want to make sure you have time to schedule appointments and to visit a number of different apartments before you settle on one. If you're looking for a month to month lease, be sure to ask your realtor or management company up front what the terms are. Different leases will have different stipulations and you want to make sure that you settle on a place that meets all of your needs.
What you'll need: In order to move here, you're going to have to prove that you have a steady income or a healthy savings account and will be able to pay the rent on time every month. In order to do this, you'll want to gather up all the right documents to show your landlord before you move. This includes a copy of your ID, your credit report, rental application, bank statements, pay stubs, etc. All of these documents will need to be checked by your landlord or management company before they can approve you so taking the time to gather them all before you head out to your appointments will save you time in the long run. You'll also want to take some time to just check out the town in general. It's a driving town, so hop in your car and cruise around town to find out where everything is located. That way you can choose to live closer to things that matter to you, whether that means a grocery store, nice restaurants or a pretty park. Most apartments here will require you to put down a deposit of some sort before moving in, which is usually about one month's rent. When you move out, if the apartment is in good shape, you'll get your deposit back. So hold off on any crazy activities that might bang up your apartment if you want to get your money back!
One thing this small city doesn't have is neighborhoods. Mexia is a small town and is almost completely residential. It does have one small commercial hub located right where Highways 84 and 14 intersect, but other than that, the whole city makes a great place to search for apartments and houses to rent!
Life in Mexia is pretty great. It's set in the midst of empty desert-land but because two main roads cross right through it, it is actually a pocket-sized residential paradise! It's a slow pace of life and the town is filled with hard-working and friendly people. There's no shortage of pretty, outdoor spots to hang out and enjoy the beautiful greenery and desert. Near the intersection of highways 84 and 14, you'll find some fast-food and chain restaurants as well as Taqueria Mexicano Grill and Wright's Bar-B-Q. If you're moving to this area you'll find that Tex-Mex cuisine and Barbecue are two of the dietary staples around here. The area south of 84 between Sherman Street and Red River Street is chock full of great stores, everything from grocery stores to florists. You'll find plenty of hair salons, doctor's offices and clothing boutiques around here, too. If you find yourself in need of a little more action or excitement, you can always head over to Waco to find some restaurants, shops and bars that are catered more toward city slickers.
