Merkel Elementary School

Merkel Middle

Merkel High School

Very Nice 2 Bedoom Apartment at Mirabella Village

Merkel

Trent

Hawley

Sylvester

Nolan

Tuscola

Abilene

Buffalo Gap

Anson

Dyess

Shirley Road

Park Central

Elmwood

Westwood Richland

River Oaks/Brookhollow

Sears Park

Cobb Park

Sayles Boulevard

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79536

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Set on the rolling plains of West Texas, Merkel (79536) offers small-town pace with easy I-20 access to Abilene and Dyess AFB. Expect big-sky sunsets, low humidity, breezy days, and warm summers, with neighbors who wave and know your name. Day-to-day essentials are simple: local markets, cafés, barbecue spots, feed stores, and casual diners in town, with big-box shopping, coffee chains, gyms, and medical hubs 15-20 minutes east. Parks with ballfields and playgrounds, nearby lakes and prairie roads invite fishing, biking, and weekend drives. Community life revolves around seasonal events and Friday-night lights; it’s family- and pet-friendly with roomy yards. According to Zillow’s market trends, recent median listed rent sits around $1,000, with most rentals in the $800-$1,300 range, making it an affordable base for commuters.

Warm atmosphere with family-friendly amenities and safe, welcoming streets.

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Strong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.

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Quick highway connections for seamless travel and regional access.

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Ample parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.

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