#259629, John Arcana, Listing office: RE/MAX ONE -- 9000010
$210,000 List price
240 S Merchant St Sour Lake, TX 77659
2 beds
1 full
1,408 sqft
0.3 acres
$149 / sqft
House
Property details
About 240 S Merchant St
Just minutes from downtown Sour Lake this 1,408 sq. ft. bungalow offers a perfect blend of character & comfort. Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms & 1 beautifully updated bath, the home showcases wood-look laminate flooring throughout & tall ceilings that enhance the airy feel. The heart of the home is the upgraded kitchen with a generous center island, ideal for both casual meals & entertaining. Ornate trim & classic built-ins add vintage elegance, while large windows invite natural light into every space. Set on an oversized lot, there's room to relax, play, or personalize the outdoor area to fit your lifestyle. From its timeless details to modern upgrades, this bungalow radiates charm & pride of ownership--an ideal retreat close to all that Sour Lake has to offer.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,408 sqft
Lot size0.287 Acres
Year built1945
ParkingDetached, Garage
MLS #43137295
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $210,000
- Price/SqFt: $149
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,471
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Cleared
- Directions: From Beaumont take Hwy. 105 to Sour Lake. Go through light to S. Merchant St. Turn left. Home 0.2 miles on right.
- Year Built: 1945
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,408 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.287 Acres
- MLS Number: 43137295
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Southern Homes
- Office Phone: (409) 866-2392
- Listing Agent: Steven Sovereign
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $106,504 | $1,471 |
| 2022 | $96,822 | $2,148 |
| 2021 | $71,120 | $1,314 |
| 2019 | $55,130 | $1,299 |
| 2017 | $55,130 | $1,354 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Sour Lake Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•1055 Highway 326 S
6
China Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.9 mi
•605 Henderson Ave
5
West Hardin Elementary School
Public District PK-6
12.1 mi
•39227 Highway 105
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,088. The most common annual income of people living in Sour Lake, TX is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
44%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Hunting
Monster Trucks
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bass Pro Shops
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Chevrolet
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 240 S Merchant St
The listing price of 240 S Merchant St property is $210,000.
The property 240 S Merchant St is a house located in Sour Lake, Texas, 77659.
Active Listing: 240 S Merchant St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 240 S Merchant St are: Sour Lake Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), China Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), West Hardin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Henderson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Devers Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hull-Daisetta Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hardin-Jefferson High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), West Hardin High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Brook High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,471 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 240 S Merchant St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 240 S Merchant St is 1,408 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 240 S Merchant St is 1945.
This home is located at 240 S Merchant St in Sour Lake, TX and zip code 77659. This 1,408 square foot home, which was built in 1945, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $210,000.
Sour Lake, TX housing market in June 2025 saw over 1 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 5 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Sour Lake, TX between May and June 2025 increased by 18.6%. In June 2025 median list price was $214,000 and the average listing age was 132 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.