Location
Exceptional Mulberry Canyon Ranch with Breathtaking Views &' Luxury Improvements Spanning 162 acres, this remarkable property offers a rare combination of expansive land, privacy, and refined living in the heart of Mulberry Canyon with unobstructed views of Castle Peak and East Peak. At the center of the ranch sits a gorgeous custom primary residence built by Kyle Paul, featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 baths with quality craftsmanship throughout. The home is designed for both comfort and security, including a cinderblock-lined safe room that doubles as a storm shelter, a stone-coated steel roof, and a Generac liquid-propane generator ensuring peace of mind year-round. Outdoor living is exceptional with a heated pool featuring an automatic cover, a fully enclosed oversized back patio, and retractable solar shades, perfect for enjoying the sweeping West Texas views in every season. The kitchen is outfitted with high-end Viking appliances, ideal for entertaining or everyday living. Ranch infrastructure is equally impressive, highlighted by a 60×40 shop with a climate-controlled bonus room and half bath, full perimeter predator fencing, an automatic gated entrance, and city water—a rare and valuable asset for a property of this size. This turnkey ranch offers endless opportunities for livestock, horses, recreation, or a private legacy property, all while delivering luxury, security, and unmatched scenery in one of the area’s most sought-after canyon settings.
Property Details
Price:
$2,275,000
MLS #:
21160402
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Farm/Ranch
Listed Date:
Jan 21, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,045
Lot Size:
7,056,720 sqft / 162.00 acres (approx)
Year Built:
2022
Schools
School District:
Merkel ISD
Elementary School:
Merkel
Middle School:
Merkel
High School:
Merkel
Interior
Bathrooms Full
3
Fireplace Features
Gas, Gas Logs
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Concrete
Interior Features
Decorative Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, Flat Screen Wiring, High Speed Internet Available, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk- In Closet(s)
Number Of Living Areas
1
Exterior
Carport Spaces
2
Construction Materials
Rock/Stone
Exterior Features
Covered Patio/Porch, Private Entrance, RV/Boat Parking, Storm Cellar
Fencing
Perimeter
Garage Spaces
3
Lot Size Area
162.0000
Number Of Residences
1
Number Of Separate Water Meters
3
Number Of Tanks And Ponds
1
Pool Features
In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool Cover, Private
Financial

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- Address483 S COUNTY ROAD 353 Merkel TX
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- CountyTaylor
- Zip Code79536
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Merkel as of Feb 18, 2026
34
Single Family Listed
92
Avg DOM
245
Avg $ / SqFt
$521,017
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 483 S COUNTY ROAD 353 Merkel TX is a Single Family for sale in Merkel, TX, 79536. It is listed for $2,275,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 3,045 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 2022. The current price per square foot is $747. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Merkel is $245. The average listing price for Single Family in Merkel is $521,017. To schedule a showing of MLS#21160402 at 483 S COUNTY ROAD 353 in Merkel, TX, contact your Aaron Layman Properties agent at 940-209-2100.

483 S COUNTY ROAD 353
Merkel, TX




