517 Bird Rd, Merkel, TX 79536
OFF MARKET

517 Bird Rd
Merkel, TX 79536

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,688 sqft (on 9 acres)

$284,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,961/mo*
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$284,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,961/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,688 sqft
(on 9 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1942
Lot Size
9 acres
Living Area
1,688 sqft
Price/Sqft
$168
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 517 Bird Rd, Merkel, TX. 517 Bird Rd is in Merkel, TX and in ZIP code 79536. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,688 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 9.00 acres and was built in 1942.
517 Bird Rd, Merkel, TX 79536 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,688 sqft single-family home built in 1942. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $284,100, with a rent estimate of $2,044/month.

Home Details for 517 Bird Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Other, Electric, Propane ButaneCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Laminate
Interior Details
AtticTypes of Rooms: Dining Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Workshop, Sun RoomCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1942
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9.00 acres

Market trends in Merkel

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$471
Assessment$91,966
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 517 Bird Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
702 S 8th, Merkel, TX
0.61
Single-Family Home
-
02/17/26
3
2
1,734
40 Humphreys Vlg, Merkel, TX
0.49
Single-Family Home
-
03/25/26
3
3
1,905
812 Orange, Merkel, TX
0.74
Single-Family Home
-
12/26/25
3
2
2,560
205 Cherry, Merkel, TX
0.72
Single-Family Home
-
08/28/25
3
2
1,497
404 Cherry, Merkel, TX
0.72
Single-Family Home
-
04/17/26
3
2
1,405
1001 W 6th St, Merkel, TX
0.79
Single-Family Home
-
08/01/25
3
2
1,696
601 Oak, Merkel, TX
0.83
Single-Family Home
-
12/17/25
3
2
1,726
1002 S 7th St, Merkel, TX
0.80
Single-Family Home
-
08/21/25
3
2
1,832
911 S 5th St, Merkel, TX
0.76
Single-Family Home
-
07/02/26
3
2
2,241
822 Rose St, Merkel, TX
0.85
Single-Family Home
-
03/31/26
3
2
1,696

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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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