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 1401 Herring estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1401 Herring in Merkel, TX is $215,000 .

What is the price history for 1401 Herring?

1401 Herring in Merkel, TX last sold in May 2023.

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 .

Does 1401 Herring have air conditioning?

Yes, 1401 Herring in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1401 Herring?

The lot at 1401 Herring in Merkel, TX is about 0.33 acres (14,418 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$215,000

Trulia Estimate

Studio
2 Baths
1,564 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

1401 Herring, Merkel, TX 79536

Est. Refi. Payment $1,552/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$215K

Since last month

$0 (0%)

Since last year

$19K (+9.7%)

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 +130% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$213K
August 2026	$213K
July 2026	$212K
June 2026	$211K
May 2026	$209K
April 2026	$207K
March 2026	$199K
February 2026	$198K
January 2026	$196K
2025
December 2025	$194K
November 2025	$192K
October 2025	$195K
September 2025	$194K
August 2025	$195K
July 2025	$195K
June 2025	$194K
May 2025	$193K
April 2025	$192K
March 2025	$187K
February 2025	$188K
January 2025	$185K
2024
December 2024	$183K
November 2024	$177K
October 2024	$172K
September 2024	$173K
August 2024	$173K
July 2024	$170K
June 2024	$168K
May 2024	$172K
April 2024	$172K
March 2024	$176K
February 2024	$173K
January 2024	$172K
2023
December 2023	$175K
November 2023	$173K
October 2023	$171K
September 2023	$170K
August 2023	$169K
July 2023	$170K
June 2023	$171K
May 2023	$170K
April 2023	$181K
March 2023	$179K
February 2023	$178K
January 2023	$185K
2022
December 2022	$185K
November 2022	$193K
October 2022	$193K
September 2022	$194K
August 2022	$106K
July 2022	$109K
June 2022	$108K
May 2022	$107K
April 2022	$107K
March 2022	$106K
February 2022	$100K
January 2022	$101K
2021
December 2021	$100K
November 2021	$103K
October 2021	$103K
September 2021	$102K
August 2021	$105K
July 2021	$110K
June 2021	$118K
May 2021	$132K
April 2021	$134K
March 2021	$120K
February 2021	$117K
January 2021	$109K
2020
December 2020	$104K
November 2020	$96K
October 2020	$88K
September 2020	$87K
August 2020	$88K
July 2020	$90K
June 2020	$94K
May 2020	$92K
April 2020	$90K
March 2020	$90K
February 2020	$84K
January 2020	$82K
2019
December 2019	$90K
November 2019	$88K
October 2019	$100K
September 2019	$96K
August 2019	$97K
July 2019	$91K
June 2019	$92K
May 2019	$92K
April 2019	$92K
March 2019	$93K
February 2019	$98K
January 2019	$99K
2018
December 2018	$105K
November 2018	$113K
October 2018	$110K
September 2018	$102K
August 2018	$102K
July 2018	$102K
June 2018	$94K
May 2018	$89K
April 2018	$90K
March 2018	$92K
February 2018	$89K
January 2018	$88K
2017
December 2017	$82K
November 2017	$77K
October 2017	$83K
September 2017	$87K
August 2017	$87K
July 2017	$85K
June 2017	$86K
May 2017	$87K
April 2017	$88K
March 2017	$92K
February 2017	$92K
January 2017	$94K
2016
December 2016	$90K
November 2016	$89K
October 2016	$89K
September 2016	$93K

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
1502 Sunset St, Merkel, TX	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	04/22/26	3	1.5	1,731
1027 Avondale, Merkel, TX	0.20	Single-Family Home	-	01/27/26	3	2	1,376
1406 Herring, Merkel, TX	0.05	Single-Family Home	-	06/11/26	3	3	1,824
1011 Trundy St, Merkel, TX	0.07	Single-Family Home	-	11/21/25	3	2	2,340
1210 S 9th, Merkel, TX	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	04/17/26	4	2	2,064
1504 Sunset St, Merkel, TX	0.20	Single-Family Home	-	03/06/26	3	1.5	1,470
11 Bowie Ct, Merkel, TX	0.32	Single-Family Home	-	11/25/25	4	2	2,206
822 Rose St, Merkel, TX	0.31	Single-Family Home	-	03/31/26	3	2	1,696
1520 Heath, Merkel, TX	0.26	Single-Family Home	-	09/11/26	3	2	1,434
601 Oak, Merkel, TX	0.44	Single-Family Home	-	12/17/25	3	2	1,726

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
1406 Herring, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	-	3	3	1,824	Recently Sold
903 Ash, Merkel, TX 79536	0.10	$204,500	3	2	1,432	Off Market
901 Ash St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.11	$209,900	3	2	1,890	For Sale
1408 Heath, Merkel, TX 79536	0.10	$218,200	3	2	1,929	Off Market
1011 Trundy St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.07	-	3	2	2,340	Recently Sold
1003 Yucca, Merkel, TX 79536	0.11	$299,800	4	2	1,900	Off Market
821 Ash, Merkel, TX 79536	0.13	$263,300	4	2	2,421	Off Market
824 Yucca, Merkel, TX 79536	0.14	$225,100	3	2	1,757	Off Market
1201 S 10th, Merkel, TX 79536	0.15	$210,300	3	2	1,442	Off Market
813 Ash St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.17	-	4	2	1,598	Off Market
912 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536	0.17	$170,000	3	3	1,547	For Sale
821 Yucca, Merkel, TX 79536	0.17	$205,400	3	2	1,420	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1956

0.33 acre lot

1,564 sqft

$137/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1401 Herring, Merkel, TX. 1401 Herring is in Merkel, TX and in ZIP code 79536. This property has 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,564 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.33 acres and was built in 1956.

1401 Herring, Merkel, TX 79536 is a studio, 2 bathroom, 1,564 sqft single-family home built in 1956. It was last sold on May 5, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $215,000, with a rent estimate of $1,989/month.

Home Details for 1401 Herring

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Heating & Cooling Cooling System: Central

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage Parking: Carport

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 5, 2023 Source: NTREIS #20151877	Sold	--
Mar 27, 2023 Source: NTREIS #20151877	Pending	$185,000
Mar 18, 2023 Source: NTREIS #20151877	Contingent	$185,000
Feb 22, 2023 Source: NTREIS #20151877	PriceChange	$185,000 Price decreased by 3%
Dec 13, 2022 Source: NTREIS #20151877	PriceChange	$190,000 Price decreased by 5%
Sep 12, 2022 Source: NTREIS #20151877	PriceChange	$199,000 Price decreased by 5%
Aug 31, 2022 Source: NTREIS #20151877	Listed For Sale	$210,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,618	$195,020

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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
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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 1401 Herring

What is 1401 Herring estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1401 Herring in Merkel, TX is $215,000.
What is the price history for 1401 Herring?
1401 Herring in Merkel, TX last sold in May 2023.
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.
Does 1401 Herring have air conditioning?
Yes, 1401 Herring in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1401 Herring?
The lot at 1401 Herring in Merkel, TX is about 0.33 acres (14,418 sq ft).