Welcome to your own West Texas paradise just 10 miles south of Merkel! Nestled on approximately 10 acres, this beautifully updated property offers the perfect blend of country living and modern comfort. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features over 1,800 square feet of living space with extensive updates completed in 2016, including flooring, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and remodeled bathrooms. The spacious living room showcases vaulted ceilings and opens to a bright sunroom or office overlooking the private, fenced backyard. The kitchen offers plenty of counter space and storage, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Outside, you'll find your own backyard oasis complete with an in ground pool, pool house, and new pool equipment. A covered patio, pool equipment shed, and convenient half bath make outdoor entertaining effortless. Horse enthusiasts will appreciate the roping arena with a roping box, barn with electricity, stalls, feed storage, and workshop space. The property is fully fenced with net wire and cross-fenced into four separate pens and pastures, making it ideal for horses, livestock, or 4-H and FFA projects. Whether you're looking for a peaceful country retreat, an equestrian property, or simply a place to make lasting memories, this move-in-ready ranch is ready to welcome you home.
For sale
$524,900
5609 Fm 126, Merkel, TX 79536
3beds
1,836sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
9.75 Acres Lot
$503,500 Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New pool equipmentWorkshop spacePool houseRemodeled bathroomsGranite countertopsBright sunroom or officeCovered patio
- 23 days |
- 992 |
- 48 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
K'Ci Brown 0796064 325-695-7300,
Hatchett & Co. Real Estate 325-695-7300,
Amanda Hatchett 0580540 325-370-5159,
Hatchett & Co. Real Estate
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21337924
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 20
Sunroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22 x 8
Utility room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7 x 10
Heating
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
Features
- Granite Counters, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Insert
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,836 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Covered
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Diving Board, Fenced, Gunite, In Ground, Pool
- Fencing: Cross Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9.75 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Agricultural
Details
- Additional structures: Arena, Pool House, Stable(s), Storage, Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 72951
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Barn, Arena
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merkel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $286/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $323,727
- Annual tax amount: $4,393
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Refrigerator, any and all personal belonging inside the home, barns and stalls.
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$503,500
Estimated sales range
$478,000 - $529,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,610/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $524,900+10.5%$286/sqft |
Source: NTREIS #21337924 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NTREIS #20323839 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $474,900$259/sqft |
Source: NTREIS #20323839 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,181 +2.6% | $312,918 +10% |
| 2024 | $3,101 +12.7% | $284,471 +10% |
| 2023 | $2,752 -18.8% | $258,610 +10% |
| 2022 | $3,388 | $235,100 +10% |
| 2021 | -- | $213,727 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $3,285 +1.8% | $200,932 +2.8% |
| 2019 | $3,228 +5.4% | $195,415 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $3,061 | $184,778 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $3,061 +84.5% | $180,923 +63.9% |
| 2016 | $1,659 -4.8% | $110,387 +1.7% |
| 2015 | $1,743 | $108,569 +1.3% |
| 2014 | $1,743 | $107,129 +1% |
| 2013 | -- | $106,063 +0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $105,793 +26.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $83,787 +0.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $83,188 |
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Neighborhood: 79536
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Merkel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 6.7 mi
- 6/10Merkel MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 5/10Merkel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Merkel
- Middle: Merkel
- High: Merkel
- District: Merkel ISD
Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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