Adorable Starter Home! Welcome to this charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath home nestled in the heart of a peaceful small town. Perfect for first time buyers, down sizers, or anyone looking for a cozy retreat, this home offers comfort, character, and convenience all in one.
Inside, you’ll find a bright and inviting living space, a functional kitchen ready for your favorite recipes, and two comfortable bedrooms. The single bathroom is well kept and easily accessible. With its simple layout and manageable size, this home is easy to maintain and makes everyday living a breeze. The house has new water lines and insulation has been blown in to exterior walls.
The home also features a quaint yard ideal for gardening, outdoor gatherings, or simply enjoying a quiet evening under the stars.
If you’ve been searching for the perfect starter home or a sweet little place to settle down, look no further. This adorable house is ready to welcome you home!
Pending
$75,000
612 Cherry, Merkel, TX 79536
2beds
720sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,013.16 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$104/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Outdoor gatheringsComfortable bedroomsIdeal for gardeningCozy retreatFunctional kitchenQuaint yard
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 15, 2025 at 07:19pm
Listed by:
Katie Allen,
Carriage House 325-280-1444,
Beki Kofoed 0719655 325-280-1444,
Carriage House
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21040785
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Laminate
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Covered, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grip-Accessible Features, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Awning(s)
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,013.16 Square Feet
- Features: Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 34396
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Boyce Of Merkel
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merkel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $104/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $38,623
- Annual tax amount: $756
- Date on market: 8/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,335/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Pending sale | $75,000$104/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Contingent | $75,000$104/sqft |
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| 8/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $75,000$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $38,623 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $689 +3.3% | $35,159 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $667 -10% | $33,867 +1.9% |
| 2022 | $741 | $33,230 +34.6% |
| 2021 | -- | $24,686 +7.9% |
| 2020 | $560 +3.5% | $22,871 +4.8% |
| 2019 | $541 +0.1% | $21,832 +3.4% |
| 2018 | $541 | $21,122 +1% |
| 2017 | $541 +9.7% | $20,914 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $493 +1.7% | $20,523 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $485 | $20,226 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $485 | $19,956 +1.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $19,688 +0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $19,642 +1.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $19,388 +1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $19,124 +1.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $18,900 -0.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $19,036 +5.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $17,988 +2.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $17,509 +3.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $16,922 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $16,424 +0.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $16,333 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$502/mo
Principal & interest
$387
Property taxes
$115
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 79536
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Merkel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Merkel MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Merkel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Merkel
- Middle: Merkel
- High: Merkel
- District: Merkel ISD
Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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