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$228,084$120 / 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 95How 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

511 S 8TH

MERKEL, TX 79536
2
Baths
1,897 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$228K
$216K low$241K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,012 (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.$180,615 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$164,195
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$244,622

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.56
50
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.14 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.0.71
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
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.Porch · 231 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 · 0.7 mi
E
Merkel Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Merkel High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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%

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

511 S 8th 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Taylor County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Merkel 79536
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% 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
$61K$738K

This home is worth more than 59% 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$228,084
CheaperTypical $199,641Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,897 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.56 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 511 S 8th ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerkel 79536Taylor County
Estimated valuepricier than$228,08459% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12052% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,897 ft²68% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.71 ac52% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than197045% of homes48% of homes

About 511 S 8th

How much is 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX is $228,084 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $215,588 to $240,580. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX last sell?

511 S 8th, Merkel, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX?

511 S 8th, Merkel, TX has 2 bathrooms, 1,897 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.

When was 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX built?

511 S 8th, Merkel, TX was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX?

511 S 8th, 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 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX compare to other homes in Merkel 79536?

Among the 2,169 homes in Merkel 79536, it is worth more than 59% of them ($228,084 against a typical $199,641), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($120 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,897 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 0.56 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1970 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Taylor County, it is worth more than 47% 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 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 511 S 8th, Merkel, TX was $2,012. The county assessed it at $180,615.

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