
Land with Home for Sale in Merkel, Texas
5609 FM 126, Merkel, TX 79536
Welcome to your own West Texas paradise just 10 miles south of Merkel! Nestled on approximately 10 acres, this beautifully updated property offers the perfect blend of country living and modern comfort. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features over 1,800 square feet of living space with extensive updates completed in 2016, including flooring, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and remodeled bathrooms. The spacious living room showcases vaulted ceilings and opens to a bright sunroom or office overlooking the private, fenced backyard. The kitchen offers plenty of counter space and storage, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Outside, you'll find your own backyard oasis complete with an in ground pool, pool house, and new pool equipment. A covered patio, pool equipment shed, and convenient half bath make outdoor entertaining effortless. Horse enthusiasts will appreciate the roping arena with a roping box, barn with electricity, stalls, feed storage, and workshop space. The property is fully fenced with net wire and cross-fenced into four separate pens and pastures, making it ideal for horses, livestock, or 4-H and FFA projects. Whether you're looking for a peaceful country retreat, an equestrian property, or simply a place to make lasting memories, this move-in-ready ranch is ready to welcome you home.
Location
- Street address
- 5609 FM 126
- County
- Taylor County
- Zip code
- 79536
- School district
- Merkel ISD
- Elevation
- 1,973 feet
Directions
Interstate 20 heading west from Abilene, take exit 270 towards Merkel FM 126, turn left on 1235, right on North 1st, left on S Ash St, keep left on FM 126, home is approximately 10 miles on east side of the road.
Property details
- Acreage
- 9.75 acres
- MLS #
- NTREIS 21337924
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $4,393
Parcels
- 72951
Legal description
A0492 SUR 15 S P RY CO, BLOCK 9, ACRES 9.75
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Acreage, Agricultural
Exterior
- Parking
- Covered
- Fencing
- Fenced
- Structures
- Arena
Structure
- Style
- Ranch
- Stories
- 1
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Materials
- Brick
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3, Laundry Room, Utility Room
- Flooring
- Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
- Features
- Granite Counters, High Speed Internet
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Merkel | Elementary | Merkel ISD |
| Merkel | Middle | Merkel ISD |
| Merkel | High | Merkel ISD |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2026 | New listing | $524,900 | — | NTREIS |







































