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 502 Locust estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 502 Locust in Merkel, TX is $194,600 .

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 502 Locust?

The closest schools to 502 Locust in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 6/10).

Does 502 Locust have air conditioning?

Yes, 502 Locust in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 502 Locust?

The lot at 502 Locust in Merkel, TX is about 0.37 acres (16,099 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$194,600

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,011 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

502 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536

Est. Refi. Payment $1,370/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$195K

Since last month

$7K (+3.5%)

Since last year

$28K (+16.6%)

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 +178% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$195K
July 2026	$188K
June 2026	$183K
May 2026	$181K
April 2026	$175K
March 2026	$154K
February 2026	$151K
January 2026	$151K
2025
December 2025	$149K
November 2025	$148K
October 2025	$153K
September 2025	$167K
August 2025	$167K
July 2025	$169K
June 2025	$163K
May 2025	$158K
April 2025	$157K
March 2025	$145K
February 2025	$144K
January 2025	$138K
2024
December 2024	$145K
November 2024	$149K
October 2024	$144K
September 2024	$145K
August 2024	$154K
July 2024	$156K
June 2024	$153K
May 2024	$153K
April 2024	$146K
March 2024	$142K
February 2024	$134K
January 2024	$132K
2023
December 2023	$135K
November 2023	$136K
October 2023	$138K
September 2023	$142K
August 2023	$144K
July 2023	$143K
June 2023	$142K
May 2023	$140K
April 2023	$136K
March 2023	$133K
February 2023	$130K
January 2023	$138K
2022
December 2022	$137K
November 2022	$141K
October 2022	$144K
September 2022	$146K
August 2022	$147K
July 2022	$152K
June 2022	$152K
May 2022	$150K
April 2022	$146K
March 2022	$143K
February 2022	$139K
January 2022	$137K
2021
December 2021	$137K
November 2021	$138K
October 2021	$138K
September 2021	$136K
August 2021	$135K
July 2021	$139K
June 2021	$144K
May 2021	$155K
April 2021	$158K
February 2021	$142K
2020
November 2020	$108K
August 2020	$95K
May 2020	$94K
April 2020	$92K
March 2020	$90K
February 2020	$105K
January 2020	$109K
2019
December 2019	$108K
November 2019	$101K
October 2019	$120K
September 2019	$122K
August 2019	$125K
July 2019	$118K
June 2019	$121K
May 2019	$119K
April 2019	$115K
March 2019	$117K
February 2019	$112K
January 2019	$110K
2018
December 2018	$109K
November 2018	$107K
October 2018	$100K
September 2018	$96K
August 2018	$116K
July 2018	$107K
June 2018	$97K
May 2018	$96K
April 2018	$97K
March 2018	$96K
February 2018	$86K
January 2018	$85K
2017
December 2017	$80K
November 2017	$76K
October 2017	$75K
September 2017	$86K
August 2017	$85K
July 2017	$83K
June 2017	$79K
May 2017	$78K
April 2017	$80K
March 2017	$86K
February 2017	$98K
January 2017	$100K
2016
December 2016	$87K
November 2016	$84K
October 2016	$76K
September 2016	$71K
August 2016	$70K

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 Oak, Merkel, TX	0.13	Single-Family Home	-	12/17/25	3	2	1,726
911 S 5th St, Merkel, TX	0.19	Single-Family Home	-	07/02/26	3	2	2,241
1502 Sunset St, Merkel, TX	0.36	Single-Family Home	-	04/22/26	3	1.5	1,731
1301 S 3rd, Merkel, TX	0.18	Single-Family Home	-	01/02/26	3	2	1,820
813 Ash St, Merkel, TX	0.28	Single-Family Home	-	09/13/25	4	2	1,598
1210 S 9th, Merkel, TX	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	04/17/26	4	2	2,064
702 S 8th, Merkel, TX	0.39	Single-Family Home	-	02/17/26	3	2	1,734
404 Cherry, Merkel, TX	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	04/17/26	3	2	1,405
1002 S 6th, Merkel, TX	0.16	Single-Family Home	-	04/22/26	3	2	1,289
512 Yucca, Merkel, TX	0.08	Single-Family Home	-	08/14/26	2	1	1,344

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
512 Yucca, Merkel, TX 79536	0.08	-	2	1	1,344	Recently Sold
1111 S 5th, Merkel, TX 79536	0.04	$182,600	3	1.5	1,194	Off Market
406 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536	0.07	$320,000	3	2	1,756	For Sale
409 Ash, Merkel, TX 79536	0.11	$143,400	2	2	1,094	Off Market
402 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536	0.10	$288,000	3	2	2,653	Off Market
507 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.12	$225,200	12	6	5,235	Off Market
601 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.13	-	3	2	1,726	Recently Sold
705 Ash St, Abilene, TX 79601	0.17	$285,000	4	2	1,950	For Sale
605 Oak St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.14	$174,700	2	1	994	Off Market
707 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536	0.17	$168,000	3	1	1,032	Off Market
608 Ash St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.17	$122,600	2	1	720	Off Market
1002 S 6th, Merkel, TX 79536	0.16	-	3	2	1,289	Recently Sold

Local Information

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

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1926

Lot Size

0.37 acres

Living Area

2,011 sqft

Price/Sqft

$97

Parking

Garage

About this House

Great vintage home, many updates to include central air and heat, and nicely finished hardwood flooring. Great corner lot location and newly re-surfaced street.

502 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,011 sqft single-family home built in 1926. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $194,600, with a rent estimate of $1,955/month.

Home Details for 502 Locust

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities Cable Ready
Heating & Cooling Cooling System: Central

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 23, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$62,500
Jun 12, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$62,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,140	$108,942

Additional Cost

Market trends in Merkel

Last updated July 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
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.

Trulia User
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
Resident
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 502 Locust

What is 502 Locust estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 502 Locust in Merkel, TX is $194,600.
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 502 Locust?
The closest schools to 502 Locust in Merkel, TX are Merkel Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Merkel High School (rated 5/10), Merkel Middle (rated 6/10).
Does 502 Locust have air conditioning?
Yes, 502 Locust in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 502 Locust?
The lot at 502 Locust in Merkel, TX is about 0.37 acres (16,099 sq ft).