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$2,078 Closing Credit¹
#20839488, Stacy Doby, Regan Dugan, Listing Office: KW SYNERGY*
$160,000 List price
509 Orange Merkel, TX 79536
$1,900
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,272 sqft
0.2 acres
$126 / sqft
House
Property details
About 509 Orange
3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home! This charming home offers plenty of space and opportunity to make it your own. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. You'll love the generously sized primary bedroom with an attached bath that’s fully functional and just waiting for your finishing touches. Off the dining room, a versatile bonus room offers flexible use as a 4th bedroom, second living area, or game room—you decide! Step outside to a large backyard with covered parking and plenty of room to relax, play, or entertain. Whether you're looking for a comfortable home or a space you can customize, this one has it all. Come see the possibilities for yourself!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,272 sqft
Lot size0.241 Acres
Year built2000
ParkingCarport, Detached Carport, Driveway, Gravel
MLS #20926056
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Tile
- Interior: Built-in Features, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Cable TV
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Carport, Detached Carport, Driveway, Gravel
- Architectural Style: Traditional, Detached
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $160,000
- Price/SqFt: $125
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,160
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Back Yard, Interior Lot, Lawn
- Directions: Head west on I-20 W from Abilene. Take Exit 270 toward FM 1235/Merkel. At the stop sign, turn left (south)vonto FM 1235 and go into town. Continue straight; FM 1235 becomes Kent St as you enter Merkel. Turn left onto Cherry street, left on South 5th street and right on Orange
- Year Built: 2000
- Living Area: 1,272 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.241 Acres
- MLS Number: 20926056
- MLS Name: NTR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Big Country
- Office Phone: (325) 721-5252
- Listing Agent: Brina Seaton
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $104,633 | $1,160 |
| 2022 | $103,162 | $1,665 |
| 2021 | $86,474 | $1,536 |
| 2020 | $76,057 | $1,862 |
| 2019 | $69,803 | $1,722 |
| 2018 | $68,175 | $1,722 |
| 2017 | $66,691 | $1,725 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Merkel Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•1512 Sth 5th
6
Dyess Elementary School
Public District KG-5
11.8 mi
•402 Delaware Rd
3
Bassetti Elementary School
Public District KG-5
12.9 mi
•5749 US Highway 277 S
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 $43,855. Residents of Merkel, TX typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
37%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Monster Trucks
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Wal-Mart
Dollar General
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Chevrolet
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country- Country
New Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 509 Orange
The listing price of 509 Orange property is $160,000.
The property 509 Orange is a house located in Merkel, Texas, 79536.
Active Listing: 509 Orange is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 509 Orange are: Merkel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dyess Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bassetti Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Merkel Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Clack Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mann Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Merkel High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Trent Independent School District (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wyile High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,160 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 509 Orange has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 509 Orange is 1,272 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 509 Orange is 2000.
This home is located at 509 Orange in Merkel, TX and zip code 79536. This 1,272 square foot home, which was built in 2000, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $160,000.
The number of homes for sale in Merkel, TX increased by 4.8% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 121 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $230,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.