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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

902 S 3rd, Merkel, TX 79536, USA

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Contact

Gerard Real Estate, LLC

(325) 690-1020

Property Overview

Stunning luxury vinyl planking gives the home a polished, modern feel, while the nearby top-rated middle school is just 0.36 miles away. It also stands out for pet friendliness, with one pet hospital in the area and no breed or pet restrictions.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 902 S 3rd

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
Range/Oven Electric

Community

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About 902 S 3rd

Home 902 S 3rd, Merkel, TX 79536, USA

4 bedroom and 2 bathroom home located in Merkel! This home comes with a stove, dishwasher and microwave! Stunning Luxury Vinyl Planking through out. This home is a must see! Expected completion in mid November. Owner must approve pets. Requires enrollment in resident benefit package. Resident Liability insurance is required.


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 902 S 3rd compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away

Considerations

Priced higher than average
4-bedrooms are $400 more than the median rent in this area
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 2.9 miles away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

Address details

Zip code79536
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in Merkel

4-bedroom apartments at 902 S 3rd cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Merkel.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Merkel
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Merkel
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,550
December 2024$1,433
January 2025$1,432
February 2025$1,663
March 2025$1,785
April 2025$1,745
May 2025$1,595
February 2026$1,995
October 2026$1,885

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$91,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,800 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,295.
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Schools near 902 S 3rd

Merkel Elementary School

1602 sth 5th

merkel, TX, 79536

PK, K-5Public
B

Long Early Learning Center

3600 sherry ln

abilene, TX, 79603

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Merkel near 902 S 3rd

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 902 S 3rd, Merkel

Groceries

6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within a short drive

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