Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/24/2026
Listed
$524,900
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MLS
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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5609 FM 126
General
- Price: $524,900
- Taxes: $4,393
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21337924
- Updated: Today (7/24/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Interior Features: Granite Counters, High Speed Internet
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Insert
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Diving Board, Fenced, Gunite, In Ground, Pool
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Covered
Location
- County: Taylor
- Subdivision: None
- Driving 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.
School Information
- Elem School District: Merkel ISD
- Midd School District: Merkel ISD
- High School District: Merkel ISD
- Elementary School: Merkel
- Middle School: Merkel
- High School: Merkel
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utility Description: Sewer Available
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Ranch, Detached
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Living Area: 1,836 Sq. Ft.
- Current Bldg. Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Grazing, Horses, Single Family
- Year Built: 1982
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Arena, Pool House, Stable(s), Storage, Barn(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 9.75
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 424,710
- Frontage: Farm to Market Road, Asphalt
- Lot Features: Acreage, Agricultural
- Potential Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Grazing, Horses, Livestock, Poultry, Residential, Single Family
- Fencing (Description): Cross Fenced
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
- Horse Facility Desc.: Barn, Arena
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $4,393
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: A0492 SUR 15 S P RY CO, BLOCK 9, ACRES 9.75
- Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Refrigerator, any and all personal belonging inside the home, barns and stalls.
- Property ID: 72951
- Block: 9
Listed by Hatchett & Co. Real Estate, K'Ci Brown and Hatchett & Co. Real Estate, Amanda Hatchett
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Hatchett & Co. Real Estate
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Hatchett & Co. Real Estate
325-695-7300
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Schools
Schools serving 5609 FM 126
School District:Merkel Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Merkel Elementary School 1602 South 5th Street, Merkel, TX 79536 | PK-5 | 14 mi |
Merkel Middle 302 Ash Street, Merkel, TX 79536 | 6-8 | 13.9 mi |
Merkel High School 2000 South 7th Street, Merkel, TX 79536 | 9-12 | 14 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5609 FM 126
Tax History
Tax History for 5609 FM 126
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,181
16%
$312,918
10%
2023
$2,752
—
$284,471
10%
2023
$2,752
-19%
$258,610
2%
2022
$3,388
-2%
$254,508
19%
2021
$3,459
5%
$213,727
6%
2020
$3,285
-5%
$200,932
9%
2018
$3,468
2%
$184,778
2%
2017
$3,411
-4%
$180,923
-7%
2019
$3,556
77%
$195,415
77%
2016
$2,006
1%
$110,387
2%
2015
$1,992
1%
$108,569
1%
2014
$1,966
19%
$107,129
1%
2013
$1,654
—
$106,063
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5609 Fm 126, Merkel, TX 79536 (MLS# 21337924) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5609 Fm 126 is currently listed for $524,900 and was received on July 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 5609 Fm 126? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Merkel? You can browse all Merkel real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.