512 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536
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OFF MARKET

512 Locust
Merkel, TX 79536

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,238 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$251,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,760/mo*
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$251,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,760/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,238 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

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
1938
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Living Area
2,238 sqft
Price/Sqft
$113
Parking
Garage

About this House

Beautifully updated cottage style home! Could be a 3 or 4 bedroom; Hardwood flooring, utility room, pantry, outbuildings and a detached garage! Corner lot and ready to rent! Don't miss this one in Merkel...they are hard to find!
512 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,238 sqft single-family home built in 1938. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2024 with an asking price of $1,295 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 11, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $251,900, with a rent estimate of $2,410/month.

Home Details for 512 Locust

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Price History for 512 Locust

DatePriceEventSource
05/11/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/07/2024$1,295Listed For RentZillow Rentals
01/12/2021ListingRemovedNTREIS
12/23/2020$1,395Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in Merkel

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,812
Assessment$194,103
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 512 Locust

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
601 Oak, Merkel, TX
0.12
Single-Family Home
-
12/17/25
3
2
1,726
1210 S 9th, Merkel, TX
0.26
Single-Family Home
-
04/17/26
4
2
2,064
813 Ash St, Merkel, TX
0.25
Single-Family Home
-
09/13/25
4
2
1,598
1002 S 7th St, Merkel, TX
0.16
Single-Family Home
-
08/21/25
3
2
1,832
911 S 5th St, Merkel, TX
0.19
Single-Family Home
-
07/02/26
3
2
2,241
1502 Sunset St, Merkel, TX
0.34
Single-Family Home
-
04/22/26
3
1.5
1,731
1301 S 3rd, Merkel, TX
0.21
Single-Family Home
-
01/02/26
3
2
1,820
1001 W 6th St, Merkel, TX
0.16
Single-Family Home
-
08/01/25
3
2
1,696
822 Rose St, Merkel, TX
0.31
Single-Family Home
-
03/31/26
3
2
1,696
404 Cherry, Merkel, TX
0.26
Single-Family Home
-
04/17/26
3
2
1,405

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Assigned Schools

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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

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  • Trulia User
    "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
    "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.
    "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
    "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.
    "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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