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1002 S 9th St, Merkel, TX, 79536

4beds
2baths
1,843sqft
$340,000
$184price/sqft
$2,721/moest. monthly cost
$108,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

New construction proposed by Red Oak Custom Builders starting soon in Merkel! Wonderful open floorplan with 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms built on a 9ft plate. Builder's plans for the home - Kitchen to have painted cabinetry, granite on counters, gorgeous walnut butcher block on island, & SS appliances (range, microwave, dishwasher). Living room will have an electric FP. The primary bedroom ensuite has a tub, separate tiled shower, and 2-sink vanity with granite counters. LVP main living areas, carpet in bedrooms. Foam insulation. Class 4 metal roof. Covered porches, front & back. Metal privacy fence and a 2-car garage. Landscaping to include sod in front & back. Wise camera system with 2 cameras & ring doorbell. Builder warranty. This home is just starting so builder's finish out plans ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE and-or buyer has the opportunity to choose finishes and make some changes at this point, within builder's allowances. The barndos on the corner of S. 6th and Rose St and the one at 822 Rose were also built by Red Oak Custom Builders. Photos from those homes are just representative of the builder's style. All measurements are approximate. Lot size is also approximate since it's a larger lot that has been subdivided.

Getting Around

14
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
28
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Merkel Elementary SchoolGrades PK-50.6 mi
5/10
Merkel MiddleGrades 6-80.6 mi
5/10
Merkel High SchoolGrades 9-120.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2026

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Rock,Steel Siding,Stone

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Barndominium,Detached
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Disposal,Microwave

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures,Granite Counters,High Speed Internet,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet,Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Electric,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Electric
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,843 sqft

Living Room

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Fireplace
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 0 x 0

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Dual Sinks,En Suite Bathroom,Garden Tub/Roman Tub,Separate Shower,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 0 x 0

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 00000

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Covered
  • Fencing: Metal

Lot

  • Lot size: 9,147 sqft
  • Features: Interior Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 79 x 140

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Hail
    HailVery High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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Lightning
Winter Weather
Drought
Heat Wave
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

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Hurricane
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,719$20,628
Home Insurance *$410$4,920
Property Taxes $354$4,248
Electricity $238$2,859
Total$2,721$32,652
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$93,291/yr
40% on housing$81,630/yr
45% on housing$72,560/yr

Texas FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 126,680Commercial: -4
Total Premiums$237.28M
Total Exposure$32.93B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.8%
6.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.9%
-0.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$184This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 79536$125
Taylor County$174

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 79536$129
Taylor County$164

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-09Listed for sale$340,000
2026-04-01Listing removed$320,000
2026-01-13Listed for sale$320,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentRomona Brogan
BrokerageRE/MAX Big Country

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