Active Listings
22
⇧ 29.4% vs 17 last year
Population: 6,123 · Density: 8.0/mi² · Median household income: $67,788
Typical home value: $112,653 · Homeownership: 78.8%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The MERKEL, TX real estate market (79536) currently shows 22 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 46 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 84 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 10% year-over-year, from $349,900 to $315,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in MERKEL, TX, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79536 | Merkel, TX 79536 | 0.0 mi | 22 | $9,968,310 | $315,000 | $453,105 |
| 79603 | Abilene, TX 79603 | 9.5 mi | 55 | $11,638,000 | $177,000 | $211,600 |
| 79606 | Abilene, TX 79606 | 14.1 mi | 141 | $73,555,611 | $475,000 | $521,671 |
| 79525 | Hawley, TX 79525 | 15.8 mi | 14 | $4,739,980 | $267,500 | $338,570 |
| 79562 | Tuscola, TX 79562 | 18.6 mi | 37 | $28,775,566 | $650,000 | $777,718 |
| 79556 | Sweetwater, TX 79556 | 21.2 mi | 83 | $17,079,159 | $137,450 | $205,773 |
| 79566 | Wingate, TX 79566 | 22.5 mi | 2 | $428,000 | $214,000 | $214,000 |
| 79601 | Abilene, TX 79601 | 23.1 mi | 68 | $25,426,424 | $314,900 | $373,918 |
| 79543 | Roby, TX 79543 | 26.9 mi | 3 | $1,252,500 | $450,000 | $417,500 |
| 79530 | Lawn, TX 79530 | 29.6 mi | 6 | $1,818,000 | $159,500 | $303,000 |
| 79545 | Roscoe, TX 79545 | 32.2 mi | 11 | $2,362,899 | $189,999 | $214,809 |
| 79553 | Stamford, TX 79553 | 33.9 mi | 13 | $3,647,475 | $214,950 | $280,575 |
| 79503 | Avoca, TX 79503 | 34.8 mi | 3 | $907,401 | $262,500 | $302,467 |
As of January 2026, there are 22 active listings in MERKEL, TX (zip code 79536), compared to 17 the prior year.
The median listing price in MERKEL, TX 79536 is $315,000 as of January 2026, a 10% decrease from $349,900 the prior year.
Homes in MERKEL, TX 79536 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 84 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MERKEL, TX 79536 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 84 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MERKEL, TX 79536 save an estimated $6,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $315,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.