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Last sold for $152,617 on Jan 4, 2022

604 ASH

MERKEL, TX 79536
2
Baths
2,197 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$152,617 · Jan 4, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,237 (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.$124,513 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$113,194
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,000

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.47
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
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.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.0.24
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood 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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Merkel Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Merkel Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Merkel High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 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%

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How this home compares

604 Ash 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.

  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Taylor County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% 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.

Living area2,197 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,551 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 604 Ash ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerkel 79536Taylor County
Living areabigger than2,197 ft²76% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac30% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than196543% of homes47% of homes

About 604 Ash

When did 604 Ash, Merkel, TX last sell?

604 Ash, Merkel, TX last sold on Jan 4, 2022 for $152,617, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 604 Ash, Merkel, TX?

604 Ash, Merkel, TX has 2 bathrooms, 2,197 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 604 Ash, Merkel, TX built?

604 Ash, Merkel, TX was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 604 Ash, Merkel, TX?

604 Ash, 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 604 Ash, Merkel, TX compare to other homes in Merkel 79536?

Among the 2,169 homes in Merkel 79536, it is bigger than 76% of them (2,197 ft² against a typical 1,551 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1965 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 604 Ash, Merkel, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 604 Ash, Merkel, TX was $1,237. The county assessed it at $124,513.

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