🏡 Living in Gilmer, TX – Homes, Lifestyle & Real Estate Guide

Gilmer, Texas is a charming East Texas town known for its small-town feel, strong community, and rich traditions. Located in Upshur County, Gilmer offers a relaxed lifestyle with convenient access to Longview and other nearby areas.

Best known as the home of the famous East Texas Yamboree, Gilmer blends local culture, affordability, and country living—making it a great choice for families, retirees, and buyers looking for space.

📍 Why People Are Moving to Gilmer

  • 🏡 Small-town atmosphere with strong community values
  • 🎉 Home of the East Texas Yamboree
  • 🌳 Plenty of land and rural living options
  • 📍 Close to Longview (20–25 minutes)
  • 💰 Affordable home prices and cost of living

💡 We’ve seen buyers choose Gilmer for its community feel, affordability, and access to nearby cities.

🏡 Real Estate in Gilmer, TX

The Gilmer real estate market offers a variety of options:

  • Homes on acreage
  • Established neighborhoods
  • New construction homes
  • Rural and country properties

💰 Typical price ranges:

  • Entry-level homes: ~$150K–$275K
  • Mid-range homes: ~$275K–$425K
  • Larger homes / acreage: $425K+

👉 Gilmer is ideal for buyers looking for more space, land, and value compared to larger cities.

Gilmer is especially popular with:

  • Families looking for a quieter lifestyle
  • Buyers wanting land or acreage
  • First-time homebuyers
  • Commuters working in Longview

🏘️ Popular Areas in Gilmer

  • Downtown Gilmer – Historic charm, close to shops and local businesses
  • Gilmer ISD Areas – Popular for families
  • Rural Upshur County – Larger tracts of land and country living
  • Areas near Hwy 271 & Hwy 154 – Convenient for commuting

💡 Many buyers prioritize properties within Gilmer ISD boundaries.

🎓 Schools in Gilmer

Gilmer is served by Gilmer Independent School District (GISD), known for strong academics and athletics.

Notable schools include:

  • Gilmer High School
  • Gilmer Junior High
  • Gilmer Elementary Schools

👉 Gilmer is especially known for its football program and school pride, which are a big part of the community.

🎯 Things to Do in Gilmer, TX

Gilmer offers a mix of local culture and outdoor lifestyle:

🎉 Events & Community

  • East Texas Yamboree – One of the most well-known festivals in the region
  • Local events, parades, and seasonal celebrations

🌳 Outdoor & Local Life

  • Local parks and community spaces
  • Outdoor recreation and nearby countryside

👉 Life in Gilmer centers around community events, traditions, and outdoor living.

🌅 Nearby Things to Do

Residents enjoy easy access to nearby attractions:

  • 🛍️ Longview (20–25 minutes) – Shopping, dining, entertainment
  • 🎣 Lake O’ the Pines – Fishing and boating
  • 🌳 Lake Gilmer- Fishing and boating
  • 🎣 Lake Hawkins - Fishing and boating
  • 🌅 Nearby East Texas countryside and lakes

👉 Gilmer offers peaceful living with convenient access to nearby amenities.

🛍️ Shopping & Dining in Gilmer

Gilmer features:

  • Local restaurants and cafes
  • Small-town shops and businesses
  • Everyday essentials

For more variety, residents often travel to Longview.

🕰️ History of Gilmer, TX

Gilmer was founded in the 1800s and has long been a center for agriculture in East Texas. Today, it is known for its strong community traditions and events like the East Texas Yamboree, which celebrates the area’s agricultural heritage.

📍 Location & Nearby Areas

Gilmer is located in Upshur County:

  • 📍 20–25 minutes to Longview
  • 📍 20 minutes to Diana
  • 📍 ~2 hours to Dallas
  • 📍 Easy access to major highways

👉 Its location makes it ideal for commuters who want small-town living.

💬 Is Gilmer, TX a Good Place to Live?

Is Gilmer a good place for families?
Yes—Gilmer offers a safe, community-focused environment with strong schools and family-friendly living.

Is Gilmer growing?
Yes—Gilmer continues to see steady growth as more buyers look for affordable homes and land.

What is the cost of living in Gilmer?
Gilmer is very affordable, particularly when it comes to housing and land.

🤝 Why Work With 903 Realty

At 903 Realty, we help buyers and sellers navigate the Gilmer real estate market with confidence.

We understand the importance of school districts, land, and lifestyle in areas like Gilmer—and we’re here to help you find the right fit.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or relocating, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

📞 Looking to Buy or Sell in Gilmer?

If you’re considering buying or selling in Gilmer, TX, let’s talk.

👉 Contact 903 Realty today to:

  • View available homes
  • Learn about the Gilmer market
  • Get expert local guidance

Gilmer TX Homes & Land

$1,050,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 20266446 MLS ⋅ Meredith Smeltzer
Exceptional living meets resort-style amenities on 10.368 acres only minutes to Longview & Gilmer! This impressive 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers an office, 4-car garage, abundant parking, and thoughtfully designed spaces inside and out. Soaring ceilings and walls of windows fill the home with natural light, while the open-concept kitchen, living, and breakfast areas create an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with a large island, gas cooktop, GE Café appliances, beverage refrigerator, walk-in pantry, and generous storage and workspace. The outdoor living area is truly a showstopper! Enjoy a heated and cooled gunite pool surrounded by an expansive covered entertaining area complete with an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, TVs, multiple mini refrigerators, Sonic-style ice maker, Govee permanent custom lighting and fire pit. A convenient pool bath with sink and toilet, along with an outdoor shower area, makes this space perfectly designed for entertaining family and friends. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those needing extra space will appreciate the two separate 2-car garages. One is oversized, insulated, heated and cooled, and designed with plenty of room to accommodate a large vehicle. Additional concrete provides an abundance of parking for guests, recreational vehicles, or equipment. Don't miss the already built shop pad with private driveway on the south side of the property. Situated on 10.368 acres, this property offers the space and privacy of country living without sacrificing luxury or convenience. A whole-home generator provides added peace of mind, while the extensive indoor and outdoor amenities make this property truly one of a kind. Additional amenities are a storage building, gated entry, spray foam insulation, alarm system & cameras. From relaxing poolside to entertaining under the expansive covered patio, this home was designed to be enjoyed year-round!

9407 State Highway 300, Gilmer

Listing Courtesy of: Meredith Smeltzer, with Ember Realty
$419,900
5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20266433 MLS ⋅ Steve Ferguson
Close to everything. 20 minutes to Longview or Gilmer from this wonderful farm. Full kitchen and flooring updates, oversized kitchen/breakfast area wrapping around to the large den with WBFP, good bedroom and closet space, large shop, barn, storage building, pond, oversized patio/deck area, just fabulous property to call home.

Fm 3358, Gilmer

Listing Courtesy of: Steve Ferguson, with Ember Realty
$349,888
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20266386 MLS ⋅ Martha Weant
Get Some Bang for Your Buck with This One! Enjoy a country feel with the convenience of a small neighborhood setting! This lovely custom-built 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers just over 2,000 sq. ft. of heated and cooled living space and sits on just under half an acre. Inside, you’ll love the spacious living room and open-concept design featuring an oversized kitchen island with plenty of seating, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, abundant workspace, and a beautiful wall of stained cabinetry. The adjoining dining area provides plenty of room for family meals and entertaining. Gorgeous stained cabinetry continues throughout the home, including the laundry room and both bathrooms. The primary bedroom and second bedroom are both generously sized, while the third bedroom is ideal for a nursery, home office, or flex space. There’s no shortage of storage with plenty of closets/cabinetry throughout! Outside, the property really adds value with an attached 2-car garage plus a 25' x 30' workshop featuring double front roll-up door and a convenient side walk-through door. Built in 2004, this home offers space, storage, a great workshop, and a peaceful setting—all approximately 10–12 minutes from Longview and 12–15 minutes from Gilmer. So much to offer for the price—this one is definitely worth seeing in person!

4878 Canary Rd, Gilmer

Listing Courtesy of: Martha Weant, with Summers Cook & Company
$299,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20266377 MLS ⋅ Adrienne Horton
Golfer’s paradise awaits in this stunning, brand-new construction home located less than a quarter-mile from the Gilmer Country Club. Perfectly tailored for the avid golfer who desires the ultimate country club lifestyle, this pristine, never-lived-in residence sits proudly on an oversized corner lot within the highly desirable Gilmer Independent School District. Step inside to find exceptional craftsmanship, highlighted by elegant crown molding stretching throughout most of the home and a cozy wood-burning fireplace acting as the centerpiece of the main living area. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, boasting premium granite countertops and sleek, modern finishes. Designed with superior energy efficiency in mind, the home features high-performance spray foam insulation and a continuous tankless water heater to keep utility costs low year-round. One of the standout features of this property is the completely finished-out garage, which comes fully equipped with durable protective flooring and an abundance of electrical outlets, with room for a golf cart, or riding lawn mower, making it the ideal setup for a golf cart charging station, home workshop, or high-end golf simulator. Enjoy the luxury of driving your golf cart right from your driveway straight to the first tee box. Call today for a showing.

106 Royal Street, Gilmer

Listing Courtesy of: Adrienne Horton, with Texas Real Estate Executives
$231,500
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20266357 MLS ⋅ Chelcy Gilliland
Looking for something move-in ready, check out this 3/2/2 home in Gilmer ISD! Home offers lots of space, including a bonus living room that could be used for a Game room or Office! Updates include painting, floors, and much more! Covered back patio to enjoy your coffee in the mornings! Fenced in backyard with storage building to store lawn supplies, tools, or toys. Great location that's close to schools, healthcare, and shopping. You don't want to miss this one! Call to set your appointment up today.

500 Madelaine Dr, Gilmer

Listing Courtesy of: Chelcy Gilliland, with Real Estate Marketing
$39,900
20266352 MLS ⋅ Jennifer Hiller
Slow down, close your eyes, and listen - the wind moving through the trees, birds chirping overhead, and squirrels playing among the branches. Just beyond the trees lining the quiet country road, you immediately feel it - the peace, the quiet, the serenity. Whatever you've imagined your little piece of East Texas becoming, this could be the place to bring that vision to life. This beautiful 1-acre rectangular tract is wooded, giving you the opportunity to make it entirely your own. It sits just above street grade and appears to drain well. Clear the entire acre to create a fully open homesite, or carefully carve out just enough space for your home while preserving the mature, towering trees and natural privacy that make this property so special. With no known building restrictions, build or bring whatever suits your lifestyle. Located just 5 minutes outside the Gilmer city limits, you can enjoy peaceful country living with quick access to shopping, dining, schools, work, and everyday necessities. There are no city property taxes here, yet the City of Gilmer water service is available. Electric service is provided by Upshur County Rural Electric Co-op, and an existing electric easement crosses the property. All you'll need is a septic system and a driveway. One acre. Towering trees. A quiet country road. And just a few short minutes from Gilmer. Come walk beneath the trees, listen to the quiet, and imagine what you could create right here on Apple Tree Rd.

0000 Apple Tree Rd, Gilmer

Listing Courtesy of: Jennifer Hiller, with eXp Realty LLC
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