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 401 Lamar estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX is $92,700 .

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

Merkel is currently a seller'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 401 Lamar?

The closest schools to 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 5/10).

How big is the lot at 401 Lamar?

The lot at 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX is about 0.48 acres (20,995 sq ft).

Does 401 Lamar have parking?

Yes, 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

$92,700

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,036 sqft (on 0.48 acres)

401 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536

Est. Refi. Payment $727/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$92.7K

Since last month

$11K (-11.1%)

Since last year

$29K (+49.5%)

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 +69% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
October 2026	$88K
August 2026	$99K
July 2026	$83K
June 2026	$78K
April 2026	$76K
March 2026	$54K
February 2026	$53K
January 2026	$56K
2025
December 2025	$56K
November 2025	$52K
September 2025	$59K
2024
February 2024	$42K
January 2024	$41K
2023
December 2023	$42K
October 2023	$44K
May 2023	$41K
2022
August 2022	$61K
July 2022	$71K
June 2022	$80K
May 2022	$77K
April 2022	$75K
March 2022	$76K
2021
December 2021	$76K
November 2021	$74K
October 2021	$74K
August 2021	$76K
July 2021	$77K
June 2021	$71K
May 2021	$59K
April 2021	$66K
March 2021	$65K
February 2021	$63K
2020
October 2020	$47K
September 2020	$24K
June 2020	$25K
May 2020	$25K
April 2020	$25K
March 2020	$24K
2019
October 2019	$39K
September 2019	$42K
August 2019	$44K
July 2019	$46K
June 2019	$42K
May 2019	$43K
April 2019	$41K
March 2019	$42K
February 2019	$41K
January 2019	$41K
2018
December 2018	$41K
November 2018	$40K
October 2018	$40K
September 2018	$37K
August 2018	$39K
July 2018	$40K
June 2018	$42K
May 2018	$42K
April 2018	$40K
March 2018	$39K
February 2018	$38K
January 2018	$35K
2017
December 2017	$36K
November 2017	$35K
October 2017	$36K
September 2017	$44K
August 2017	$52K
July 2017	$50K
June 2017	$53K
May 2017	$49K
April 2017	$50K
March 2017	$52K
February 2017	$53K
January 2017	$51K
2016
December 2016	$53K
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
601 Edwards St, Merkel, TX	0.15	Single-Family Home	-	09/03/26	2	2	1,572
1506 N 3rd, Merkel, TX	0.47	Single-Family Home	-	07/02/26	2	1	936
1608 County Road 401, Merkel, TX	0.56	Single-Family Home	-	10/23/25	2	1	1,036
1107 N 4th, Merkel, TX	0.17	Single-Family Home	-	05/18/26	3	1	936
402 Marion, Merkel, TX	0.32	Single-Family Home	-	02/04/26	3	2	1,344
512 Yucca, Merkel, TX	0.69	Single-Family Home	-	08/14/26	2	1	1,344
111 Rose, Merkel, TX	0.34	Single-Family Home	-	07/31/26	2	2	892
612 N 2nd, Merkel, TX	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	09/22/26	3	2	1,911
308 Runnels, Merkel, TX	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	09/30/26	4	2	1,688
911 S 5th St, Merkel, TX	0.61	Single-Family Home	-	07/02/26	3	2	2,241

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
407 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.02	-	-	-	-	Off Market
407 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.02	-	-	1	720	Off Market
404 Edwards, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	$82,200	1	1	644	Off Market
402 Edwards, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	$220,900	4	2	2,300	Off Market
311 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
311 Lamar, Lamar, TX 79536	0.03	$124,000	Studio	2	1,440	Off Market
901 N 5th, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$87,600	Studio	2	1,064	Off Market
410 Edwards, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$186,600	Studio	2	1,461	Off Market
408 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$151,100	Studio	2	1,664	Off Market
406 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$115,800	Studio	2	1,344	Off Market
312 Edwards, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	-	Studio	2	1,785	Off Market
312 Edwards #12, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	-	-	-	-	Off Market
410 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	-	-	-	-	Off Market
410 Lamar, Lamar, TX 79536	0.05	$153,900	Studio	2	1,624	Off Market
412 Edwards, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$122,200	Studio	-	898	Off Market
305 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	-	Studio	1	336	Off Market
412 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.05	$185,300	3	2	1,344	Off Market
308 Edwards, Merkel, TX 79536	0.06	-	Studio	-	2,140	Off Market
306 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536	0.06	-	-	-	-	Off Market
306 Edwards, Merkel, TX 79536	0.06	$132,500	Studio	2	1,440	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 1934

0.48 acre lot

1,036 sqft

$89/sqft

About this House

INVESTOR SPECIAL!! The house comes with tall ceilings and big trees that surround the property! This house needs TLC to be brought back to life! Red shed in the back will convey with the property.

401 Lamar, Merkel, TX 79536 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,036 sqft single-family home built in 1934. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $92,700, with a rent estimate of $1,525/month.

Home Details for 401 Lamar

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: WallHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage Parking Space: 1

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1934
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.48 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 1, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$25,000
Jul 14, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$25,000
Feb 13, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$25,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$693	$35,295

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Market trends in Merkel

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Around this home

Merkel Elementary School
PK-5
Public
563 Students
Merkel Independent School District
5/10
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

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89% say there's holiday spirit
62% say neighbors are friendly
33% say there are sidewalks

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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

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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.
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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 401 Lamar

What is 401 Lamar estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX is $92,700.
Is Merkel a buyer's or seller's market?
Merkel is currently a seller'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 401 Lamar?
The closest schools to 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 5/10).
How big is the lot at 401 Lamar?
The lot at 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX is about 0.48 acres (20,995 sq ft).
Does 401 Lamar have parking?
Yes, 401 Lamar in Merkel, TX has on-site parking.