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 602 Locust estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 602 Locust in Merkel, TX is $187,700 .

What is the price history for 602 Locust?

602 Locust in Merkel, TX last sold in May 2018.

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 .

Does 602 Locust have air conditioning?

Yes, 602 Locust in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 602 Locust?

The lot at 602 Locust in Merkel, TX is about 0.26 acres (11,499 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$187,700

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,501 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

602 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536

Est. Refi. Payment $1,325/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$188K

Since last month

$3K (-1.6%)

Since last year

$54K (+43.7%)

Since last sale

$108K (+153.7%)

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 +54% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$178K
July 2026	$180K
June 2026	$165K
May 2026	$158K
April 2026	$155K
March 2026	$127K
February 2026	$115K
January 2026	$112K
2025
December 2025	$114K
November 2025	$107K
October 2025	$113K
September 2025	$124K
August 2025	$124K
July 2025	$126K
June 2025	$132K
May 2025	$124K
April 2025	$125K
March 2025	$119K
February 2025	$116K
January 2025	$106K
2024
December 2024	$110K
November 2024	$116K
August 2024	$150K
July 2024	$153K
June 2024	$151K
May 2024	$142K
April 2024	$131K
March 2024	$121K
February 2024	$108K
2023
October 2023	$127K
September 2023	$117K
August 2023	$119K
July 2023	$122K
June 2023	$121K
May 2023	$118K
April 2023	$115K
March 2023	$117K
February 2023	$137K
January 2023	$163K
2022
December 2022	$165K
November 2022	$169K
October 2022	$171K
September 2022	$172K
August 2022	$176K
July 2022	$184K
June 2022	$186K
May 2022	$186K
April 2022	$180K
March 2022	$174K
February 2022	$167K
January 2022	$166K
2021
December 2021	$164K
November 2021	$163K
October 2021	$161K
September 2021	$158K
August 2021	$155K
July 2021	$155K
June 2021	$128K
May 2021	$70K
April 2021	$52K
March 2021	$52K
February 2021	$51K
January 2021	$51K
2020
December 2020	$51K
November 2020	$50K
October 2020	$50K
September 2020	$50K
August 2020	$50K
July 2020	$49K
June 2020	$49K
May 2020	$48K
April 2020	$48K
March 2020	$48K
February 2020	$48K
January 2020	$48K
2019
December 2019	$48K
November 2019	$48K
October 2019	$47K
September 2019	$47K
August 2019	$47K
July 2019	$47K
June 2019	$47K
May 2019	$47K
April 2019	$47K
March 2019	$47K
February 2019	$46K
January 2019	$46K
2018
December 2018	$46K
November 2018	$46K
October 2018	$46K
September 2018	$46K
August 2018	$46K
July 2018	$46K
June 2018	$45K
May 2018	$45K
April 2018	$47K
March 2018	$47K
February 2018	$47K
January 2018	$47K
2017
December 2017	$46K
November 2017	$54K
October 2017	$108K
September 2017	$115K
August 2017	$114K
July 2017	$116K
June 2017	$120K
May 2017	$117K
April 2017	$120K
March 2017	$115K
February 2017	$111K
January 2017	$113K
2016
December 2016	$104K
November 2016	$108K
October 2016	$108K
September 2016	$112K
August 2016	$116K

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
1210 S 9th, Merkel, TX	0.23	Single-Family Home	-	04/17/26	4	2	2,064
601 Oak, Merkel, TX	0.12	Single-Family Home	-	12/17/25	3	2	1,726
813 Ash St, Merkel, TX	0.22	Single-Family Home	-	09/13/25	4	2	1,598
911 S 5th St, Merkel, TX	0.20	Single-Family Home	-	07/02/26	3	2	2,241
1301 S 3rd, Merkel, TX	0.24	Single-Family Home	-	01/02/26	3	2	1,820
822 Rose St, Merkel, TX	0.29	Single-Family Home	-	03/31/26	3	2	1,696
1502 Sunset St, Merkel, TX	0.32	Single-Family Home	-	04/22/26	3	1.5	1,731
404 Cherry, Merkel, TX	0.27	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
1504 Sunset St, Merkel, TX	0.33	Single-Family Home	-	03/06/26	3	1.5	1,470

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
707 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536	0.10	$166,800	3	1	1,032	Off Market
512 Yucca, Merkel, TX 79536	0.08	-	2	1	1,344	Recently Sold
705 Ash St, Abilene, TX 79601	0.12	$285,000	4	2	1,950	For Sale
1111 S 5th, Merkel, TX 79536	0.08	$181,700	3	1.5	1,194	Off Market
605 Oak St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.12	$173,700	2	1	994	Off Market
601 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.12	-	3	2	1,726	Recently Sold
806 Yucca, Merkel, TX 79536	0.16	$201,200	3	2	1,476	Off Market
608 Ash St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.15	$121,500	2	1	720	Off Market
507 Oak, Merkel, TX 79536	0.12	$227,100	12	6	5,235	Off Market
808 Yucca, Merkel, TX 79536	0.18	$179,500	3	2	1,189	Off Market
1002 S 7th St, Merkel, TX 79536	0.15	$317,300	3	2	1,832	Off Market
610 Rose, Merkel, TX 79536	0.15	$167,600	2	1	1,039	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

1918

Lot Size

0.26 acres

Living Area

2,501 sqft

Price/Sqft

$75

Parking

Garage

About this House

Remember Grandma's old Victorian house that you played at as a kid? Now you have the opportunity to have your own Old Victorian home on a corner lot in the small town of Merkel! With the big wrap around front porch, all of the detailed woodwork inside and the two decorative fireplaces, this home NEEDS YOUR TLC! The rooms feel so large on the first floor with the tall ceilings. The upstairs bathroom still has the claw foot tub just waiting to be restored. There is a detached two car garage that's big enough to park in and still have room to work on projects. This home will make a great flip house or a great home for someone! Buyer to verify sq ft. TO BE SOLD AS-IS.

602 Locust, Merkel, TX 79536 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,501 sqft single-family home built in 1918. It last sold for $0 on May 18, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $187,700, with a rent estimate of $2,212/month.

Home Details for 602 Locust

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities Dishwasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: BrickPorch
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 18, 2018 Source: N/A	Sold	--
Apr 27, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$49,900
Mar 16, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	PendingToActive	$49,900
Mar 15, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$49,900
Nov 30, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$49,900 Price decreased by 17%
Nov 13, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$60,000
Aug 18, 2017 Source: N/A	Sold	--
Jul 3, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$69,900
Mar 7, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$69,900 Price decreased by 9%
Jun 24, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$77,180 Price decreased by 5%
Mar 24, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$81,225 Price decreased by 5%
Nov 19, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$85,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$807	$102,041

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
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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.
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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 602 Locust

What is 602 Locust estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 602 Locust in Merkel, TX is $187,700.
What is the price history for 602 Locust?
602 Locust in Merkel, TX last sold in May 2018.
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.
Does 602 Locust have air conditioning?
Yes, 602 Locust in Merkel, TX has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 602 Locust?
The lot at 602 Locust in Merkel, TX is about 0.26 acres (11,499 sq ft).