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Last sold for $64,000 on Dec 13, 2013

8520 MERRITT RD

ROWLETT, TX 75089
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,074 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
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.$64,000 · Dec 13, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,303 (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.$654,330 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$444,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$654,330
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$654,330

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.59
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
56
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.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
88
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyDALLAS
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Back Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Schrade Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Sachse High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Garland Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75089These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,528
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,473 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,786
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,754
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

8520 Merritt Rd 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 67% of homes in Dallas County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Rowlett 75089
  • Older than 88% of homes in Rowlett 75089

How it measures up in Rowlett 75089

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rowlett 75089.

Living area2,074 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,197 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 8520 Merritt Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRowlett 75089Dallas County
Living areabigger than2,074 ft²44% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac98% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than198512% of homes65% of homes

About 8520 Merritt Rd

When did 8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX last sell?

8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX last sold on Dec 13, 2013 for $64,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX?

8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,074 square feet of living space.

When was 8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX built?

8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX?

8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX is assigned to Back Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Schrade Middle School (middle), rated D; Sachse High School (high), rated B. All sit in Garland Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX compare to other homes in Rowlett 75089?

Among the 11,569 homes in Rowlett 75089, it is bigger than 44% of them (2,074 ft² against a typical 2,197 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1985 against a typical 1999). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8520 Merritt Rd, Rowlett, TX was $12,303. The county assessed it at $654,330.

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