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243 Merchant St, Abilene, TX 79603, USA|Cobb Park Area
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Amenities for 243 Merchant St, Cobb Park Area
Apartment Amenities
| Central Air | Natural Gas |
Appliances
| Electric |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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About 243 Merchant St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 27% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Cobb Park Area.
Property Status: Active Affordable & Adorable 2 bedroom duplex! Affordable two bedroom! Spacious rooms, fresh paint, a great yard to play in, and so much more! Don't miss this home! Beware of scammers. This property is leased and managed by Augusta Realtors only. All applications & leases are completed through Appfolio. We will not ask for funds through Venmo, CashApp, etc. All funds are paid to our office or through our software. Office Phone: (325) 829-5375 Copyright © 2026 North Texas Real Estate Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 243 Merchant St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cobb Park Area |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 79603 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Cobb Park Area
2-bedroom apartments at 243 Merchant St cost about 27% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Abilene.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Cobb Park Area
Abilene
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,008 |
| June 2024 | $999 |
| July 2024 | $1,040 |
| August 2024 | $1,036 |
| September 2024 | $998 |
| October 2024 | $1,035 |
| November 2024 | $1,009 |
| December 2024 | $995 |
| January 2025 | $995 |
| February 2025 | $1,011 |
| March 2025 | $1,046 |
| April 2025 | $1,095 |
| May 2025 | $1,085 |
| June 2025 | $1,089 |
| July 2025 | $1,109 |
| August 2025 | $1,086 |
| September 2025 | $1,114 |
| October 2025 | $1,220 |
| November 2025 | $1,249 |
| December 2025 | $1,295 |
| January 2026 | $1,266 |
| February 2026 | $1,313 |
| March 2026 | $1,302 |
| April 2026 | $1,300 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $831 |
| July 2024 | $950 |
| August 2024 | $1,048 |
| September 2024 | $986 |
| October 2024 | $942 |
| November 2024 | $885 |
| December 2024 | $907 |
| January 2025 | $907 |
| February 2025 | $865 |
| March 2025 | $725 |
| April 2025 | $911 |
| May 2025 | $912 |
| June 2025 | $873 |
| July 2025 | $1,010 |
| August 2025 | $1,021 |
| October 2025 | $970 |
| November 2025 | $1,108 |
| December 2025 | $1,071 |
| January 2026 | $1,095 |
| February 2026 | $1,400 |
| March 2026 | $1,400 |
| April 2026 | $1,400 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 243 Merchant St
Purcell Elementary School
3633 n 14th st
abilene, TX, 79603
K-5Public
C+
NEW HORIZONS ABILIENE
650 e hwy 80
abilene, TX, 79601
1-12Public
Crockett Early Headstart
3282 s 13th
abilene, TX, 79605
PKPublic
Long Early Learning Center
3600 sherry ln
abilene, TX, 79603
PKPublic
Wylie East El
7401 maple st
abilene, TX, 79602
K-3Public
A
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Neighborhood
Cobb Park Area | Abilene, TX
Getting around Abilene near 243 Merchant St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Points of interest for 243 Merchant St, Abilene
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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