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$74,948$84 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $4,900 on Nov 21, 2018

312 RUNNELS

MERKEL, TX 79536
1
Baths
892 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.
4,300 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1934
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$75K
$69K low$81K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,900 · Nov 21, 2018
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.$74,948
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$59,958

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$477 (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.$23,096 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,236
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,312
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$23,096

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.49
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
57
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.6 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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 228 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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 · 0.5 mi
E
Merkel Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Merkel High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 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.Yes

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

312 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 less than 97% of homes in Taylor County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Taylor County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Taylor County
  • Among the smallest lots in Merkel 79536
  • Older than 92% 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
$59K$691K

This home is worth more than 6% 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$74,948
CheaperTypical $195,653Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area892 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,545 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size4,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1934
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 312 Runnels ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerkel 79536Taylor County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,9486% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8414% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than892 ft²8% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,300 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than193415% of homes8% of homes

About 312 Runnels

How much is 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX is $74,948 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $68,701 to $81,195. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX last sell?

312 Runnels, Merkel, TX last sold on Nov 21, 2018 for $4,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX?

312 Runnels, Merkel, TX has 1 bathrooms, 892 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX built?

312 Runnels, Merkel, TX was built in 1934, making it 92 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX?

312 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 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX compare to other homes in Merkel 79536?

Among the 2,179 homes in Merkel 79536, it is worth more than 6% of them ($74,948 against a typical $195,653), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($84 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 8% of them (892 ft² against a typical 1,545 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (4,300 ft² against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1934 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Taylor County, it is worth more than 3% 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 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 312 Runnels, Merkel, TX was $477. The county assessed it at $23,096.

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