Experience the charm and comfort of this home today, where every detail invites you to put your touch in this property. The home offers a clever split-bedroom layout, ensuring privacy and comfort. Each spacious bedroom is spacious, featuring custom closets that help with your storage needs. Adjacent to the main bedroom, a convenient linen closet provides easy access to all your essentials. A second, larger hall closet located on the opposite side of the house offers additional storage. Both a back porch and front patio extend your living space outdoors, where you can enjoy warm, sunny mornings or cool, starry nights. The large fenced backyard is ideal for gardening enthusiasts, pet lovers, or those who enjoy hosting lively family gatherings. Situated just on the outskirts of Merkel, this home offers the perfect blend of serene suburban life while being just minutes away from the amenities of Abilene, TX. Embrace the tranquility of rural living without sacrificing the conveniences of the city. Put your stamp on this wonderful home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$181Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sylvia McMillan• Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS
Very nice 3 bedroom 2 bath brick home on large lot, with large wooden privacy fence in back yard, Large shop with electricity, Big shade trees, carport, one car garage with storage shelving inside. Nice neighborhood not far from the Merkel schools. Please allow one hour before showing. 13 Minutes away from the back gate at Dyess Air Force Base.
Public Records
Dec 29, 2004
Sold
*
Public Records
Sep 1, 1994
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,364 (+10.0%)
2025
$3,058 (+2.2%)
$4,782 + $150,934
$155,716
2024
$2,994 (−8.2%)
$4,782 + $148,085
$152,867
2023
$3,260 (−2.9%)
2022
$3,355 (+3.2%)
2021
$3,251 (+6.7%)
2020
$3,046 (+2.7%)
$4,782 + $119,598
$124,380
2019
$2,967 (+1.5%)
$4,782 + $114,871
$119,653
2018
$2,923 (+14.9%)
$4,782 + $110,916
$115,698
2017
$2,545 (+18.5%)
2016
$2,148 (+1.2%)
2015
$2,123
$4,782 + $84,651
$89,433
2014
$2,122
$4,782 + $82,597
$87,379
Tax history for 1027 Avondale
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,364 (+10.0%)
2025
$3,058 (+2.2%)
$4,782 + $150,934
$155,716
2024
$2,994 (−8.2%)
$4,782 + $148,085
$152,867
2023
$3,260 (−2.9%)
2022
$3,355 (+3.2%)
2021
$3,251 (+6.7%)
2020
$3,046 (+2.7%)
$4,782 + $119,598
$124,380
2019
$2,967 (+1.5%)
$4,782 + $114,871
$119,653
2018
$2,923 (+14.9%)
$4,782 + $110,916
$115,698
2017
$2,545 (+18.5%)
2016
$2,148 (+1.2%)
2015
$2,123
$4,782 + $84,651
$89,433
2014
$2,122
$4,782 + $82,597
$87,379
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
132 ft.
Lot depth
115 ft.
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,316
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Taylor County
APN
000000023189
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Covered, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, 2-Car Single Door
Parking & Garage
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Width: 11
Garage Length: 22
Garage Height: 9
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating: Central, Electric
Interior Features
Room Count: 7
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 1
Living Area: 1376.00
Levels: One
Flooring: Combination
Interior Features: Cable TV Available, High Speed Internet Available, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Bay Window(s), Window Coverings
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: Utility Room, Full Size W/D Area, Washer Hookup
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedrm
Room Level: 2
Room Features: Custom Closet System, Ensuite Bath
Room Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Length: 14.00
Room Width: 12.00
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Custom Closet System
Room Dimensions: 12 x 10
Room Length: 12.00
Room Width: 10.00
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: 1
Custom Closet System
Room Dimensions: 12 x 10
Room Length: 12.00
Room Width: 10.00
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 9 x 10
Room Length: 9.00
Room Width: 10.00
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Built-in Cabinets, Water Line to Refrigerator
Room Dimensions: 10 x 9
Room Length: 10.00
Room Width: 9.00
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Fireplace
Room Dimensions: 17 x 16
Room Length: 17.00
Room Width: 16.00
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 6 x 5
Room Length: 6.00
Room Width: 5.00
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Lot Information
Lot Size: Less Than .5 Acre (not Zero)
Lot Size Acres: 0.3480
Lot Size Area: 0.3480
Lot Size Square Feet: 15158.8800
Lot Size Units: Acres
Parcel Number: 23189
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 617816.09195
Will Subdivide: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features YN: No
Property Attached YN: Yes
Accessory Unit YN: No
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48441|23189|1|19881241
Property Match: APN
US Property MUI: 401736146
Building Information
Year Built: 1992
Year Built Details: Preowned
Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: C
Tax Legal Description: WESTERN HTS SEC 4 OF MERKEL, BLOCK C, LOT 12
Tax Lot: 12
Unexempt Taxes: 3049
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: No
Utilities: Cable Available, City Sewer, City Water, Electricity Connected, Phone Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Type: None
School Information
Elementary School: Merkel
Elementary School Name: Merkel
High School Name: Merkel
Middle School Name: Merkel
School District: Merkel ISD
Location Information
County Or Parish: Taylor
Country: United States
Directions: Merkel - Ash South or 126 South to Avondale DR. take a right on Avondale .
Latitude: 32.45905400
Longitude: -100.02164600
Geocode Confidence: High
Subdivision Name: Western Heights Sec 4 Of Merkel
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,316
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: —
County: Taylor County
APN: 000000023189
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Other
Green Verification Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 325-518-2812
Consent for Visitors to Record: Audio
List Source: TrestleAPI
List Source Original: Matrix
List Source Vendor: RentalBeast
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Id: 21095663
Listing Key Numeric: 543249274
Listing Terms: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Mls Status: Closed
Previous Status: Pending
Notice Surveillance Devices Pres: Video
Originating System Name: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems
Photos Count: 24
Possession: Closing/Funding
Seller Contributions: 0
Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Special Notes: Verify Tax Exemptions
Standard Status: Closed
Third Party Assistance Program Y: No
Transaction Type: For Sale
Listing Date Information
Days On Market: 81
Cumulative Days On Market: 81
Close Date: 2026-01-27
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-01-13
Expiration Date Option: 2026-01-18
Listing Contract Date: 2025-10-24
Off Market Date: 2026-01-13
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-01-08T17:01:12.053
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-02-13T10:19:51.840
Listing Price Information
Original List Price: 265000.00
Previous List Price: 235000.00
List Price: 215000.00
RATIO Close Price By Lot Size Ac: 617816.09195
RATIO Current Price By Lot Size: 617816.09195
Around this home
Schools
Merkel Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Merkel Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Merkel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
15% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 10.7 hours in
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