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 1503 Sunset St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX is $279,200 .

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 1503 Sunset St?

The closest schools to 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 6/10).

Does 1503 Sunset St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1503 Sunset St?

The lot at 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX is about 0.21 acres (9,321 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$279,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,629 sqft

1503 Sunset St, Merkel, TX 79536

Est. Refi. Payment $1,934/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$279K

Since last month

$3K (+0.9%)

Since last year

$35K (+14.2%)

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 +145% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$280K
July 2026	$277K
June 2026	$277K
May 2026	$271K
April 2026	$266K
March 2026	$259K
February 2026	$257K
January 2026	$252K
2025
December 2025	$255K
November 2025	$251K
October 2025	$253K
September 2025	$244K
August 2025	$245K
July 2025	$247K
June 2025	$248K
May 2025	$244K
April 2025	$240K
March 2025	$235K
February 2025	$234K
January 2025	$234K
2024
December 2024	$238K
November 2024	$241K
October 2024	$234K
September 2024	$234K
August 2024	$234K
July 2024	$232K
June 2024	$232K
May 2024	$231K
April 2024	$227K
March 2024	$227K
February 2024	$224K
January 2024	$220K
2023
December 2023	$220K
November 2023	$218K
October 2023	$225K
September 2023	$223K
August 2023	$223K
July 2023	$223K
June 2023	$224K
May 2023	$220K
April 2023	$217K
March 2023	$214K
February 2023	$205K
January 2023	$204K
2022
December 2022	$203K
November 2022	$207K
October 2022	$210K
September 2022	$209K
August 2022	$210K
July 2022	$212K
June 2022	$212K
May 2022	$211K
April 2022	$209K
March 2022	$205K
February 2022	$194K
January 2022	$194K
2021
December 2021	$190K
November 2021	$187K
October 2021	$187K
September 2021	$186K
August 2021	$184K
July 2021	$185K
June 2021	$184K
May 2021	$181K
April 2021	$179K
March 2021	$168K
February 2021	$166K
January 2021	$165K
2020
December 2020	$165K
November 2020	$164K
October 2020	$161K
September 2020	$159K
August 2020	$161K
July 2020	$157K
June 2020	$156K
May 2020	$156K
April 2020	$156K
March 2020	$157K
February 2020	$159K
January 2020	$160K
2019
December 2019	$159K
November 2019	$159K
October 2019	$154K
September 2019	$155K
August 2019	$159K
July 2019	$156K
June 2019	$165K
May 2019	$168K
April 2019	$167K
March 2019	$166K
February 2019	$164K
January 2019	$162K
2018
December 2018	$157K
November 2018	$156K
October 2018	$155K
September 2018	$155K
August 2018	$153K
July 2018	$152K
June 2018	$146K
May 2018	$145K
April 2018	$143K
March 2018	$143K
February 2018	$142K
January 2018	$140K
2017
December 2017	$142K
November 2017	$141K
October 2017	$143K
September 2017	$142K
August 2017	$143K
July 2017	$144K
June 2017	$143K
May 2017	$141K
April 2017	$137K
March 2017	$135K
February 2017	$136K
January 2017	$134K
2016
December 2016	$133K
November 2016	$134K
October 2016	$136K
September 2016	$123K
August 2016	$114K

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
1504 Sunset St, Merkel, TX	0.03	Single-Family Home	-	03/06/26	3	1.5	1,470
1502 Sunset St, Merkel, TX	0.03	Single-Family Home	-	04/22/26	3	1.5	1,731
1406 Herring, Merkel, TX	0.13	Single-Family Home	-	06/11/26	3	3	1,824
813 Ash St, Merkel, TX	0.16	Single-Family Home	-	09/13/25	4	2	1,598
1027 Avondale, Merkel, TX	0.22	Single-Family Home	-	01/27/26	3	2	1,376
822 Rose St, Merkel, TX	0.41	Single-Family Home	-	03/31/26	3	2	1,696
1210 S 9th, Merkel, TX	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	04/17/26	4	2	2,064
1011 Trundy St, Merkel, TX	0.16	Single-Family Home	-	11/21/25	3	2	2,340
11 Bowie Ct, Merkel, TX	0.26	Single-Family Home	-	11/25/25	4	2	2,206
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
1504 Sunset St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	-	3	1.5	1,470	Recently Sold
1502 Sunset St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	-	3	1.5	1,731	Recently Sold
1513 Sunset St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.07	$221,100	3	2	1,494	Off Market
1516 Sunset St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.09	$197,600	4	2	1,304	Off Market
1408 Heath, Merkel, TX 79536	0.08	$216,600	3	2	1,929	Off Market
1528 Sunset St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.15	$191,200	3	1.5	1,066	Off Market
903 Avondale, Merkel, TX 79536	0.15	$174,000	2	1	934	Off Market
1406 Herring, Merkel, TX 79536	0.13	-	3	3	1,824	Recently Sold
1523 Heath, Merkel, TX 79536	0.15	$234,500	4	3	2,000	Off Market
1002 Trundy St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.14	$230,000	3	2	1,668	For Sale
821 Ash, Merkel, TX 79536	0.16	$268,100	4	2	2,421	Off Market
813 Ash St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.16	-	4	2	1,598	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1964

Living Area

1,629 sqft

Price/Sqft

$171

Parking

Garage

About this House

Lovely home with lots of charm and special features. Gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, new stainless appliances-five burner gas stove, dishwasher and built-in microwave . Three eating areas- Large formal dining, breakfast nook and eating bar. Open floor plan . Back yard patio includes Pergola, fire pit, landscaped yard and water well. Decorative paint colors and lighting. Come make this your home just in time for the holidays!

1503 Sunset St, Merkel, TX 79536 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,629 sqft single-family home built in 1964. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $279,200, with a rent estimate of $1,819/month.

Home Details for 1503 Sunset St

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowave
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1964
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9321 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 9, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$154,900
Dec 23, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$154,900
Nov 11, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$154,900 Price decreased by 3%
Nov 3, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$159,900 Price decreased by 1%
Oct 15, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$162,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	Unavailable	$281,932

Additional Cost

Market trends in Merkel

Last updated July 2026

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Available listings

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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
1 Reviews

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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
Resident
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.
Resident
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 1503 Sunset St

What is 1503 Sunset St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX is $279,200.
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 1503 Sunset St?
The closest schools to 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 6/10).
Does 1503 Sunset St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1503 Sunset St?
The lot at 1503 Sunset St in Merkel, TX is about 0.21 acres (9,321 sq ft).