Is parking easy in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say parking is easy

Does Merkel, TX show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

Is a car needed in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say car is needed

Is Merkel, TX dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say it's dog friendly

Are neighbors friendly in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say people would walk alone at night

As of early 2026, 55% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Merkel, TX plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Merkel, TX walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is there wildlife in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say there's wildlife

Is Merkel, TX walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Merkel, TX have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are sidewalks

Are there community events in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 32% of users say there are community events

Are the streets well-lit in Merkel, TX?

As of early 2026, 30% of users say streets are well-lit

What is 1003 S 3rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX is $125,300 .

Is Merkel a buyer's or seller's market?

Merkel is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Merkel?

Residents describe Merkel, TX as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Merkel, TX .

What are the closest schools to 1003 S 3rd?

The closest schools to 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 6/10).

How big is the lot at 1003 S 3rd?

The lot at 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX is about 0.19 acres (8,219 sq ft).

Does 1003 S 3rd have a garage?

Yes, 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$125,300

Trulia Estimate

Studio
1 Bath
1,200 sqft

1003 S 3rd, Merkel, TX 79536

Est. Refi. Payment $962/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$125K

Since last month

$4K (-2.8%)

Since last year

$39K (+43.7%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +147% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
October 2026	$127K
September 2026	$125K
August 2026	$131K
July 2026	$117K
June 2026	$111K
May 2026	$117K
April 2026	$109K
March 2026	$85K
February 2026	$81K
January 2026	$81K
2025
December 2025	$81K
November 2025	$80K
October 2025	$84K
September 2025	$89K
August 2025	$90K
July 2025	$93K
June 2025	$81K
May 2025	$82K
January 2025	$65K
2024
December 2024	$78K
November 2024	$82K
2023
April 2023	$47K
March 2023	$46K
February 2023	$43K
2022
October 2022	$46K
September 2022	$47K
August 2022	$49K
June 2022	$56K
May 2022	$55K
April 2022	$54K
March 2022	$53K
February 2022	$53K
January 2022	$53K
2021
November 2021	$52K
October 2021	$52K
September 2021	$52K
August 2021	$54K
July 2021	$59K
June 2021	$69K
February 2021	$87K
January 2021	$86K
2020
December 2020	$82K
November 2020	$88K
October 2020	$83K
September 2020	$82K
August 2020	$70K
July 2020	$64K
June 2020	$56K
May 2020	$52K
April 2020	$56K
February 2020	$59K
January 2020	$60K
2019
October 2019	$69K
September 2019	$60K
August 2019	$55K
July 2019	$58K
June 2019	$59K
May 2019	$61K
April 2019	$50K
March 2019	$51K
February 2019	$50K
January 2019	$53K
2018
December 2018	$55K
November 2018	$50K
October 2018	$47K
September 2018	$41K
August 2018	$47K
July 2018	$45K
June 2018	$42K
May 2018	$43K
April 2018	$47K
March 2018	$49K
February 2018	$43K
January 2018	$38K
2017
December 2017	$38K
November 2017	$41K
October 2017	$41K
September 2017	$59K
August 2017	$60K
July 2017	$51K
June 2017	$62K
May 2017	$60K
April 2017	$52K
March 2017	$53K
February 2017	$57K
January 2017	$57K
2016
December 2016	$57K
November 2016	$56K
October 2016	$52K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
404 Cherry, Merkel, TX	0.12	Single-Family Home	-	04/17/26	3	2	1,405
111 Rose, Merkel, TX	0.11	Single-Family Home	-	07/31/26	2	2	892
512 Walnut St, Merkel, TX	0.30	Single-Family Home	-	10/13/25	2	1	810
512 Yucca, Merkel, TX	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	08/14/26	2	1	1,344
1002 S 6th, Merkel, TX	0.20	Single-Family Home	-	04/22/26	3	2	1,289
1301 S 3rd, Merkel, TX	0.21	Single-Family Home	-	01/02/26	3	2	1,820
601 Oak, Merkel, TX	0.23	Single-Family Home	-	12/17/25	3	2	1,726
702 Avondale, Merkel, TX	0.74	Single-Family Home	-	12/08/25	4	1	1,325
1506 N 3rd, Merkel, TX	0.57	Single-Family Home	-	07/02/26	2	1	936
822 Rose St, Merkel, TX	0.47	Single-Family Home	-	03/31/26	3	2	1,696

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
302 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.01	$103,600	2	1	1,160	Off Market
1005 S 3rd, Merkel, TX 79536	0.02	$148,100	2	2	1,200	Off Market
306 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.02	$312,100	4	2	2,700	Off Market
301 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	$232,400	3	2.5	2,204	Off Market
303 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	$109,600	2	1	958	Off Market
212 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	$191,100	4	2	1,400	Off Market
307 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$90,200	2	1	648	Off Market
312 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$193,500	3	2	1,797	Off Market
210 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$120,300	2	1	961	Off Market
309 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$136,300	Studio	1	1,327	Off Market
211 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$369,000	4	4	3,588	Off Market
301 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$122,100	2	1	1,221	Off Market
305 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$211,500	2	1	984	Off Market
311 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$157,700	3	2	1,324	Off Market
307 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$125,900	Studio	1	1,146	Off Market
211 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$135,000	2	1	1,072	Off Market
208 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$162,400	Studio	1	1,592	Off Market
209 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	-	2	2	980	Off Market
309 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.06	$138,600	2	1	1,303	Off Market
904 S 3rd, Merkel, TX 79536	0.06	$104,500	Studio	1	883	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1926

1,200 sqft

$104/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1003 S 3rd, Merkel, TX. 1003 S 3rd is in Merkel, TX and in ZIP code 79536. This property has 1 bathroom and approximately 1,200 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8219 sqft and was built in 1926.

1003 S 3rd, Merkel, TX 79536 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1926. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $125,300, with a rent estimate of $1,683/month.

Home Details for 1003 S 3rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: WallHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8219 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$205	$50,389

Home facts updated by county records

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Market trends in Merkel

Last updated August 2026

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Around this home

Merkel Elementary School
PK-5
Public
563 Students
Merkel Independent School District
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
My children and I love this school. Their academic expectations are high, the teachers are sensitive and driven, the office staff friendly, and other staff helpful as well. My children do well in this school. There are occassionally problems with peers (as is expected in this age group), but they are quickly resolved. If one of my children is falling behind, I am quickly made aware and the teacher and I work together to get the child back up with the rest of the class. I love this school and I love this town. You will find the friendly small-town atmosphere carries over into the school.
Parent Review
14y ago
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What Locals Say about Merkel

At least 25 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say parking is easy
89 % Say there's holiday spirit
86 % Say yards are well-kept
76 % Say kids play outside
76 % Say car is needed
64 % Say it's dog friendly
62 % Say neighbors are friendly
61 % Say people would walk alone at night
55 % Say it's quiet
52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
38 % Say there's wildlife
36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
33 % Say there are sidewalks
32 % Say there are community events
30 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
2y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
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7y ago
"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.
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8y ago
"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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Frequently asked questions about 1003 S 3rd

What is 1003 S 3rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX is $125,300.
Is Merkel a buyer's or seller's market?
Merkel is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Merkel?
Residents describe Merkel, TX as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Merkel, TX.
What are the closest schools to 1003 S 3rd?
The closest schools to 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 6/10).
How big is the lot at 1003 S 3rd?
The lot at 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX is about 0.19 acres (8,219 sq ft).
Does 1003 S 3rd have a garage?
Yes, 1003 S 3rd in Merkel, TX has a garage.