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$257,244$148 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1598 RUNNELS

MERKEL, TX 79536
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,740 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.87 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$257K
$248K low$267K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$162,244
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$129,795
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.34%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$95,000
ABILENE TEACHERS FCU · recorded Oct 31, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$899 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$165,464 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$150,422
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$178,670

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.47
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
36
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTAYLOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.87
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Galvanized
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 428 ft²Porch · 576 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Merkel Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Merkel Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Merkel High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Merkel Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 79536These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,938
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,166
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,083
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.70%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1598 Runnels measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 67% of homes in Merkel 79536
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Merkel 79536
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Taylor County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Merkel 79536

What homes are worth in Merkel 79536

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$59K$691K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Merkel 79536.

How it measures up in Merkel 79536

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merkel 79536.

Estimated value$257,244
CheaperTypical $195,653Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,545 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.87 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 1598 Runnels ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerkel 79536Taylor County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,24467% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14872% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,740 ft²61% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.87 ac56% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198568% of homes66% of homes

About 1598 Runnels

How much is 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX is $257,244 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $247,729 to $266,759. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX last sell?

1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX?

1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,740 square feet of living space and a 0.87-acre lot.

When was 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX built?

1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX?

1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX is assigned to Merkel Middle School (middle), rated B; Merkel Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Merkel High School (high), rated C. All sit in Merkel Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX compare to other homes in Merkel 79536?

Among the 2,179 homes in Merkel 79536, it is worth more than 67% of them ($257,244 against a typical $195,653), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($148 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,545 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.87 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1985 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Taylor County, it is worth more than 57% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1598 Runnels, Merkel, TX was $899. The county assessed it at $165,464.

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