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$46,925$47 / 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 62How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $200,000 on May 16, 2025

205 ROSE

MERKEL, TX 79536
1
Baths
999 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$47K
$29K low$65K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · May 16, 2025
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.$120,000
FIRST FINANCIAL NW BANK · 6.49% 2 · recorded Jul 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$804 (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.$40,954 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,694
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,240
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$40,954

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.48
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
76
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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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.Porch · 30 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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 · 0.3 mi
E
Merkel Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Merkel High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 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.Absentee owner
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

205 Rose 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Merkel 79536
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Taylor County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Taylor County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Merkel 79536
  • Older than 90% of homes in Taylor County

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
$60K$715K

This home is worth less than almost all 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$46,925
CheaperTypical $200,740Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$47
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area999 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 205 Rose ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerkel 79536Taylor County
Estimated valuepricier than$46,925almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$472% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than999 ft²13% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac3% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than194022% of homes10% of homes

About 205 Rose

How much is 205 Rose, Merkel, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 205 Rose, Merkel, TX is $46,925 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $29,093 to $64,756. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 205 Rose, Merkel, TX last sell?

205 Rose, Merkel, TX last sold on May 16, 2025 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 205 Rose, Merkel, TX?

205 Rose, Merkel, TX has 1 bathrooms, 999 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 205 Rose, Merkel, TX built?

205 Rose, Merkel, TX was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 205 Rose, Merkel, TX?

205 Rose, 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 205 Rose, Merkel, TX compare to other homes in Merkel 79536?

Among the 2,269 homes in Merkel 79536, it is worth more than almost none of them ($46,925 against a typical $200,740), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($47 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 13% of them (999 ft² against a typical 1,525 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1940 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Taylor County, it is worth more than almost no 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 205 Rose, Merkel, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 205 Rose, Merkel, TX was $804. The county assessed it at $40,954.

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