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Listings in Gilmer, TX

Welcome to Gilmer, the Upshur County seat in East Texas, home of the East Texas Yamboree and set amid the piney woods near Lake Gilmer.

Gilmer is the seat of Upshur County, in the rolling piney woods of East Texas, roughly 100 miles east of Dallas and just north of the larger Longview-Tyler corridor. It is a classic East Texas county-seat town, built around a courthouse square that still functions as the community's civic and social center. With a population near 4,800, it is large enough to support a real downtown but small enough that the pace of life stays unhurried. The city's defining cultural institution is the East Texas Yamboree, a four-day festival held each October that celebrates the sweet potato, a crop that once anchored the local economy. Since 1935, the Yamboree has drawn thousands of visitors for parades, a carnival around the square, livestock shows, and the coronation of a festival queen. It is among the longest-running and most distinctive harvest celebrations in the state and remains a central point of local pride. Gilmer's setting is shaped by Lake Gilmer, a city reservoir that provides fishing, boating, and recreation, and by the surrounding timber and pastureland that define Upshur County's economy. Agriculture, cattle, and forestry continue to play significant roles, alongside county government and regional retail. Gilmer's calendar and civic life are closely intertwined. The courthouse square hosts seasonal events beyond the Yamboree, and the city's churches, service clubs, and school activities bind residents together. The economy leans on county government, healthcare, retail, and the surrounding agricultural base, giving the town a stability that has carried it through booms and slowdowns alike. For those seeking a genuine East Texas community rather than a bedroom suburb, Gilmer offers a distinct and durable sense of place.

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Listings 343
Population 4,843
County Upshur County
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Houses in Gilmer, TX

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800 Bradford Street
$675
28240833
For Rent
800 Bradford Street Gilmer, TX 75644
1 Beds bathtub 1 Baths
1276 Hwy 155 N
$685
60641508
For Rent
1276 Hwy 155 N Gilmer, TX 75644
1 Beds bathtub 1 Baths
301 S Roberts Street
$55,000
11425751
For Sale
301 S Roberts Street Gilmer, TX 75644
3 Beds bathtub 1.5 Baths straighten 1064 sq ft

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800 Bradford Street
$675
28240833
For Rent
800 Bradford Street Gilmer, TX 75644
1 Beds bathtub 1 Baths
1276 Hwy 155 N
$685
60641508
For Rent
1276 Hwy 155 N Gilmer, TX 75644
1 Beds bathtub 1 Baths

Lots & Land in Gilmer, TX

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Fm 1972
$565,000
91265716
For Sale
Fm 1972 Gilmer, TX 75645
Parkwood Drive
$13,000
41514743
For Sale
Parkwood Drive Gilmer, TX 75645
Jones Loop
$379,900
81339801
For Sale
Jones Loop Gilmer, TX 75644

Farms & Ranches in Gilmer, TX

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7525 E State Highway 154 Highway E
$2,250,000
8882353
For Sale
7525 E State Highway 154 Highway E Gilmer, TX 75645

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Gilmer, TX 75644
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About Gilmer

Real Estate & Housing

Gilmer's housing stock is typical of a mature East Texas county seat: a core of older, established single-family homes on tree-lined streets near the courthouse, surrounded by mid-century subdivisions and, farther out, larger acreage and rural homesteads. Homes tend to be modest in size and price relative to the Dallas metro, and many sit on generous lots with mature pines. Newer construction is steady but incremental, filling in along the town's edges. Buyers seeking space, quiet, and a slower pace can often find considerably more land for the money than in the region's larger cities, a key part of Gilmer's appeal.

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Schools & Education

Gilmer is served by the Gilmer Independent School District, which operates campuses in the city and surrounding area, including Gilmer High School. The district anchors youth athletics and extracurricular life, and the annual Yamboree is closely tied to school events, from the school parade to student livestock shows. As a mid-sized East Texas district, Gilmer ISD offers a full complement of academics, athletics, and career programs while keeping class sizes smaller than many urban systems. Families typically confirm specific campus assignments by address.

Getting Around

Gilmer sits on U.S. Highway 271, which connects the town south toward Longview and north toward the Paris area, with State Highway 154 providing an east-west route. Interstate 20 lies about 25 miles to the south, putting Dallas roughly two hours away and the Longview-Tyler metro within an easy drive. For air travel, East Texas Regional Airport near Longview offers limited commercial service, while Dallas/Fort Worth International is the major gateway. Within the town, the courthouse square and surrounding streets are compact and drivable, and most residents rely on private vehicles for daily travel.

Parks & Recreation

Lake Gilmer is the community's primary outdoor destination, a reservoir offering fishing, boating, camping, and picnicking just outside the city. The East Texas Yamboree dominates the annual calendar, filling the courthouse square each October with a carnival, parades, and livestock exhibitions. Upshur County's timberland and rolling terrain support hunting, fishing, and riding, and the nearby lakes of the larger East Texas region are within a short drive. High-school athletics, particularly football, provide a year-round social rhythm, while the historic downtown offers a walkable setting for community gatherings.

About Gilmer

Frequently asked questions

What county is Gilmer, Texas in?

Gilmer is the county seat of Upshur County, Texas, in the East Texas piney woods roughly 100 miles east of Dallas. As the county seat, it is home to the courthouse and county government offices.

What is the East Texas Yamboree?

The East Texas Yamboree is a four-day festival held in Gilmer each October since 1935 that celebrates the sweet potato, once a major local crop. It features parades, a carnival around the courthouse square, livestock shows, and the coronation of a festival queen.

What school district serves Gilmer?

Gilmer is served by the Gilmer Independent School District, which operates campuses in and around the city, including Gilmer High School. The district is central to community life, from youth athletics to Yamboree-related school events.

Is there a lake in Gilmer?

Yes. Lake Gilmer is a reservoir on the edge of the city that offers fishing, boating, camping, and other outdoor recreation. The surrounding East Texas lakes region provides additional options within a short drive.

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