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$1,130,447$535 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,150,184 on Feb 27, 2026

5242 MERRIMAC AVE

DALLAS, TX 75206
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,112 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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

$1.1M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,150,184 · Feb 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,706 (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.$1,038,830 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$381,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$657,830
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$885,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,038,830

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(8)

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.

E
Mockingbird Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
J.L. Long Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Woodrow Wilson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Dallas Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75206These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.48%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,328
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,550 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,097
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

5242 Merrimac Ave 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 93% of homes in Dallas County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Dallas County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Dallas County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Dallas 75206

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

This home
$146K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Dallas 75206.

How it measures up in Dallas 75206

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 75206.

Estimated value$1,130,447
CheaperTypical $672,445Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$535
CheaperTypical $373Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area2,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 5242 Merrimac Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDallas 75206Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,130,44784% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53591% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than2,112 ft²63% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac43% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than193021% of homes3% of homes

About 5242 Merrimac Ave

How much is 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX is $1,130,447 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,072,546 to $1,188,348. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX last sell?

5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX last sold on Feb 27, 2026 for $1,150,184, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX?

5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,112 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX built?

5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX?

5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX is assigned to Mockingbird Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; J.L. Long Middle School (middle), rated C+; Woodrow Wilson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Dallas Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX compare to other homes in Dallas 75206?

Among the 9,080 homes in Dallas 75206, it is worth more than 84% of them ($1,130,447 against a typical $672,445), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($535 against a typical $373), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,112 ft² against a typical 1,746 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1930 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 93% 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 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5242 Merrimac Ave, Dallas, TX was $19,706. The county assessed it at $1,038,830.

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