Apartments For Rent in Merkel, TX

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Apartments For Rent Near Merkel, TX

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What Locals Say about Merkel

  • Trulia User
    "Tweakers can be seen in the local stores. It’s known Merkel has a drug issue. Dogs are often out running in packs."
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  • Katierheaallen15
    "I like the neighborhood and we have 3 dogs. It’s a good quite neighborhood with other dogs but are quiet for the most part."
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  • Jennifer H.
    "I have lived here my whole life pretty much. Everytime I leave I just want to cone back home. The neighborhood is very safe and everybody is friendly. I feel comfortable letting my kids play outside "
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  • Normajowers
    "we all get on the street's and pop firecrackers and have cook out it is fun good night's but I am in the country kinda girl and I won't a home "
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  • Gloria R.
    "I walked my dog off the leash once and a lady came out and threatened to SHOOT it if it happened again. Next time we passed hers were off the leash on the front of her yard. "
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Average Rent Trends in Merkel, TX

Rent in Merkel, TX varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Mar 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Apr 2025$995
May 2025$1,200
Jun 2025$975
Jul 2025$895
Aug 2025$660
Sep 2025$733
Oct 2025$800
Nov 2025$1,195
Feb 2026$1,200
Mar 2026$1,200
Apr 2026$1,895
May 2026$1,100
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types—$975$3,600$4,500$975
Apartments and Condos—$975——$975
Houses—$1,100$3,600$4,500$4,500
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Merkel, TX

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Merkel, TX?
    The average rent of an apartment in Merkel, TX is $975 per month. This is about 49% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Merkel, TX?
    The average rent of a house in Merkel, TX is $4,500 per month. This is about 133% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Merkel, TX?
    In the last year, the average rent in Merkel, TX was lowest in Aug 2025 when it was $660 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Merkel, TX?
    In the last year, the average rent in Merkel, TX was highest in Mar 2025 when it was $1,695 per month.
  • How many available rental listings are in Merkel, TX?
    There are 2 available rental listings in Merkel, TX.
  • What are some zip codes in Merkel, TX?
    Merkel, TX includes zip codes such as: 79536, 79561, 79560, 79537.
  • What are some cities near Merkel, TX?
    Some nearby cities include: Tye, Trent, Nolan, Hawley, Sylvester. These cities may have more rental options to explore.