$599,000
SOLD FEB 25, 2026
Last list price

230 County Road 395 Merkel, TX 79536

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,821 Sq Ft
679,536 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$212 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Parking available for a boat
  • 15.6 Acre Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Barn or Stable
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of February 2026

This versatile property offers the best of country life, whether you’re dreaming of raising horses, chickens, or just enjoying a spacious, tranquil living space in the heart of nature. Step inside to find a spacious living area where vaulted ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace impart a sense of warmth and openness. The open-concept design effortlessly connects the living room to a designated dining area and a bar area ideal for informal dining. The kitchen boasts a sleek, open flow layout complete with a pantry, built-in oven, microwave, and a cooktop. The expansive kitchen bar easily accommodates six bar stools, making it a perfect hub for entertaining. The primary suite, a true retreat, features an attached flex room that can serve as an office or additional closet space. The en-suite bathroom is a sanctuary featuring a smart shower with dual rain heads and custom dual sinks. The utility room offers added convenience with pantry storage, a sink, and additional cabinets, elevating everyday living. Outdoor living is maximized with a vast 23x33 ft. back porch designed for leisure and entertaining. There is also a guest house providing a private one-bedroom, one-bath retreat with a well-appointed kitchen and living room.
The property includes two 20x50 barns and a massive 60x60 workshop, complete with electricity and plumbed so a second guest house could be added, ideal for farm operations or creative projects. Outdoor facilities include five horse paddocks, a large dog run, a chicken coop, and fencing suitable for livestock, all accessed via a convenient circle driveway. A water well provides additional water for live stock or gardening.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sylvia McMillan

Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS Brokerage Phone: 325-518-2812 Listed on: 01/18/2026

Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS

Last Buyer's Agent

Chelsea Pemberton

Sendero Properties, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,622

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 15.6 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Dog Run
  • Cross Fenced
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence
  • Barbed Wire
  • Brush Vegetation
  • Few Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Circular Driveway
  • Additional Parking
  • Parking available for a boat
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,821 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Utility Room
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Gray Water System

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Merkel Elementary And Middle School
  • Merkel High School

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Livestock Equipment
  • Barn or Stable
  • Stables

Utilities

  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • 1 Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 105140
  • Tax Block 18

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,622

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

15.6 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • OWNERNAME: Carlton
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Farmhouse
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Year Built Details: Preowned
  • Attribution Contact: 325-518-2812
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CBAP19
  • Structure Type: House
  • HumanModifiedYN: Yes
  • UniversalParcelId: urn:reso:upi:2.0:US:48441:105140
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 2005

Interior Features

  • Square Footage: 2821.0
  • Windows: Window Coverings
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room
  • Interior Amenities: Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Combination
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop
  • Basement YN: No
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Other Equipment: Livestock Equipment

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Fencing: Barbed Wire, Cross Fenced, Fenced, Metal
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Dog Run, Storage
  • Pool Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Covered
  • RoadFrontageType: County Road
  • RoadSurfaceType: Gravel

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Boat, RV Access/Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • GarageYN: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • LaundryFeatures: Dryer Hookup, ElectricDryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Water Available, Cable Available

Schools

  • Elementary School: Merkel
  • High School: Merkel
  • Junior High Dist: Merkel ISD

Lot Info

  • PossibleUse: Cattle, Horses, Livestock
  • PropertyAttachedYN: Yes
  • Lot Features: Acreage, Hardwood Trees, Few Trees
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Area: 15.6
  • Parcel Number: 105140
  • Lot Size Acres: 15.6
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 679536.0
  • Present Use: Dairy, Grazing

Green Features

  • GreenWaterConservation: Gray Water System

Building Info

  • Year Built: 2005

Tax Info

  • TaxBlock: 18
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4622.0

Multi Family

  • Separate Water Meters: 1

MLS Schools

  • MiddleOrJuniorSchool: Merkel

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 18, 2026
Closed on
Feb 26, 2026
Sold by
Carlton Randall and Carlton Amanda
Bought by
Lewis Phillip and Lewis April
Seller's Agent
Sylvia McMillan
Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Chelsea Pemberton
Sendero Properties, LLC
List Price
$599,000
Views
14

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-91.71%
Original Mortgage
$199,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,000
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$304,177

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 2017
Sold by
Hollingsworth Tony L and Hollingsworth Susan Y
Bought by
Carlton Randall

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,405
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2007
Sold by
Ragan Jackie G and Ragan Lashanna A
Bought by
Hollingsworth Tony L and Hollingsworth Susan Y

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$232,750
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Vendors Lien -- None Available
Vendors Lien -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $199,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $332,405 New Conventional
Previous Owner $232,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/25/2026 02/25/26 Sold -- -- --
01/21/2026 01/21/26 Pending -- -- --
01/18/2026 01/18/26 For Sale $599,000 -- $212 / Sq Ft
Source: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems (NTREIS)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,444 $329,211 $7,090 $322,121
2023 $3,444 $284,244 $0 $0
2022 $4,269 $261,195 $0 $0
2021 $4,317 $251,771 $0 $0
2020 $4,024 $221,173 $0 $0
2019 $3,999 $211,031 $0 $0
2018 $3,939 $208,905 $0 $0
2017 $3,749 $206,282 $0 $0
2016 $3,594 $197,761 $0 $0
2015 $3,263 $190,667 $0 $0
2014 $3,263 $189,971 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems (NTREIS)

MLS Number: 21157582

North Texas Real Estate Information Systems (NTREIS)

APN: 105140

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