This lovely 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom family home is ideally located next to Merkel Schools, offering convenience for families with school-age children. The home features spacious living areas and a functional layout perfect for everyday living. In addition to the main living space, the property includes a separate shop, providing ample room for work, hobbies, or additional storage needs. Whether you're looking for a place to store equipment or a dedicated workshop, this space offers versatility and utility. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this wonderful home in a prime location with both comfort and practicality! **Buyer to Verify Measurements, Taxes, & All Information**
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
9,322 sq ftLot Size
$141Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Austin Dunaway• Trinity Ranch Land Abilene/Tuscola
Contact: 325-261-0319
Bought with Brandi Smith Smith• RE/MAX Big Country
Bought with Whitney Allumbaugh• RE/MAX Big Country
THIS HOME LOCATED IN MERKEL TX IN TAYLOR COUNTY IS A 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH HOME WITH JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF CHARM. THE LARGE LIVING ROOM IS PERFECT FOR YOUR RELAXATION OR SIMPLY STEP RIGHT OUT THE BACK DOOR AND TAKE A STROLL AROUND THE MERKEL BADGER'S TRACK FOR A BIT OF EXERCISE. THE LARGE 24 X 24 SHOP ABUTS THE BACK YARD. PARKING IS NO ISSUE FOR THIS HOME. THIS ONE WILL NOT LAST LONG.
NTREIS #13869919
Jul 2, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jun 19, 2018
Listed
$98,500
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 2005
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,116 (+3.3%)
$3,255 + $155,409
$158,664
2025
$3,017 (+37.8%)
$3,255 + $150,345
$153,600
2024
$2,189 (+9.4%)
2023
$2,001 (−15.6%)
2022
$2,371 (+18.8%)
$3,255 + $103,096
$106,351
2021
$1,996 (−1.4%)
$3,255 + $80,738
$83,993
2020
$2,025 (+8.6%)
2019
$1,864
$3,255 + $71,910
$75,165
2018
$1,862 (−1.8%)
$3,255 + $70,458
$73,713
2017
$1,896 (+14.3%)
$3,255 + $70,026
$73,281
2016
$1,658 (+1.0%)
$3,255 + $70,026
$73,281
2015
$1,641 (+1.2%)
$3,255 + $65,770
$69,025
2014
$1,621
$3,255 + $63,493
$66,748
Tax history for 609 Avondale
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,116 (+3.3%)
$3,255 + $155,409
$158,664
2025
$3,017 (+37.8%)
$3,255 + $150,345
$153,600
2024
$2,189 (+9.4%)
2023
$2,001 (−15.6%)
2022
$2,371 (+18.8%)
$3,255 + $103,096
$106,351
2021
$1,996 (−1.4%)
$3,255 + $80,738
$83,993
2020
$2,025 (+8.6%)
2019
$1,864
$3,255 + $71,910
$75,165
2018
$1,862 (−1.8%)
$3,255 + $70,458
$73,713
2017
$1,896 (+14.3%)
$3,255 + $70,026
$73,281
2016
$1,658 (+1.0%)
$3,255 + $70,026
$73,281
2015
$1,641 (+1.2%)
$3,255 + $65,770
$69,025
2014
$1,621
$3,255 + $63,493
$66,748
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
75 ft.
Lot depth
124 ft.
Lot size
9,300 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,455
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Taylor County
APN
000000011569
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: 1
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Detached Carport, Garage Door Opener
Parking & Garage
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 0
Interior Features
Room Count: 2
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 1
Living Area: 1455.00
Levels: One
Interior Features: High Speed Internet Available, Other
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedrm
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 10 x 11
Room Length: 10.00
Room Width: 11.00
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Length: 12.00
Room Width: 12.00
Exterior
Farm Information
Barns Count: 0
Lot Information
Lot Size: Less Than .5 Acre (not Zero)
Lot Size Acres: 0.2140
Lot Size Area: 0.2140
Lot Size Square Feet: 9321.8400
Lot Size Units: Acres
Parcel Number: 11569
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 934579.43925
Will Subdivide: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features YN: No
Property Attached YN: Yes
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48441|11569|1|50429876
Property Match: APN
US Property MUI: 401728212
Building Information
Year Built: 1978
Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 3
Tax Legal Description: WESTERN HTS SEC 2 OF MERKEL, BLOCK 3, LOT 18
Tax Lot: 18
Unexempt Taxes: 2189
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: No
Utilities: Cable Available, City Sewer, City Water, Co-op Electric
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: From I-20, exit Kent St & drive south until N First St. Turn Right, go to the light, turn left on Ash St. Follow until you see the Merkel Stadium sign on the right and turn right. Go to the stop sign and turn left. Follow the road around to Avondale.
Latitude: 32.46297800
Longitude: -100.02277600
Geocode Confidence: High
Subdivision Name: Western Heights Sec 2 Of Merkel
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,455
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,300 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Taylor County
APN: 000000011569
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Doc Box Num Mls Documents: 1
Doc Box Num Private Documents: 0
Doc Box Num Public Documents: 0
Green Verification Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 325-261-0319
Contingency Info: Contingent on Financing expiring 05/03/2025