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$188,851$134 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

5534 MERLIN DR

SAN ANTONIO, TX 78218
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,408 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$189K
$178K low$200K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$719 (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.$185,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,160
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$178,328
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,460

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyBEXAR
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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 312 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Camelot Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
White Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Roosevelt High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: North East Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78218These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,324
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,336 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,390
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,636
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

5534 Merlin Dr 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 90% of homes in Camelot 1
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Bexar County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Camelot 1
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in San Antonio 78218
  • Older than 74% of homes in Bexar County

What homes are worth in San Antonio 78218

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

This home
$133K$621K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in San Antonio 78218.

How it measures up in San Antonio 78218

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Antonio 78218.

Estimated value$188,851
CheaperTypical $203,915Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,408 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 5534 Merlin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCamelot 1San Antonio 78218Bexar County
Estimated valuepricier than$188,85110% of homes36% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13446% of homes35% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,408 ft²32% of homes48% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac64% of homes84% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than196963% of homes50% of homes26% of homes

About 5534 Merlin Dr

How much is 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX is $188,851 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $178,131 to $199,571. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX last sell?

5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX last sold on Apr 7, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX?

5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,408 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX built?

5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX?

5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX is assigned to Camelot Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; White Middle School (middle), rated C-; Roosevelt High School (high), rated C-. All sit in North East Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX compare to other homes in San Antonio 78218?

Among the 10,147 homes in San Antonio 78218, it is worth more than 36% of them ($188,851 against a typical $203,915), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($134 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,408 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1969 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Bexar County, it is worth more than 23% 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 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5534 Merlin Dr, San Antonio, TX was $719. The county assessed it at $185,460.

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