Pottsboro is a residential community with access to Lake Texoma
Locals call Pottsboro the southern gateway to Lake Texoma. The Grayson County city is less than 10 miles from the lake, a confluence of the Washita and Red rivers, which separates Texas and Oklahoma. The area attracts many outdoor enthusiasts, but Pottsboro also offers housing that fits many budgets and plenty of community gathering spots. “Our town motto is ‘Come play, come stay,’ and I think that embodies us a lot,” says Lainie Ramsey, the broker/owner at Homes by Lainie Real Estate Group. “We have Lake Texoma, and we’re close to Dallas, but we’re still a bedroom community. We’re still quaint.”
Friendship Park features a gazebo often used for local events.
Mom's Cafe sits along Farm to Market Road 120 in Pottsboro.
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Fishing and boating on Lake Texoma, plus athletic fields and a museum
There are several places to fish and boat along Lake Texoma's edge. Anglers can catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill at different times of year. Nearby Eisenhower State Park has four miles of hiking and biking trails, multiple swimming spots, fishing piers and camping areas. The park has a $5 daily fee, though children under 12 have free admission. Residents can keep their boats at places like Grandpappy Point Resort & Marina, which has more than 700 boat slips. Tanglewood Resort offers memberships that provide access to its pickleball courts, swimming pools and golf course. “They have a tower that overlooks the water, and it's probably the best view of the sunset on the lake,” Ramsey says.
Pottsboro maintains three municipal parks in town. James G. Thompson Park is a sports hub for older kids and adults, providing baseball diamonds, soccer fields and a basketball court. It also has a playground and a pet area. Friendship Park is centered around a gazebo and picnic area, though it also has playground equipment. The Ball Park, also known as Festival Park, offers youth sports facilities.
A few miles south of the city, the Perrin Air Force Base Historical Museum displays several military planes and artifacts.
A playground sits near the baseball fields at Festival Park.
James G. Thompson Park offers a basketball court for local games.
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Several New Traditional homes with large lots sit along wide streets
The area is filled with several New Traditional homes built after 1990; many are on lots of a quarter-acre or larger. A few ranch- and cottage-style homes sit throughout the region. The median sale price is around $320,000, below the national median, though select properties with lots of acreage or luxury amenities can sell for upwards of $800,000. Some of the largest homes, or those directly on the water, can go from the high $800,000s to nearly $2 million. “We have a mix of full-time residents and people with weekend or summer homes,” Ramsey says. The car-dependent community's asphalt streets are often wide, and some feature traffic-controlling measures like speed bumps. Some main roads, like Farm to Market Road 120, have sidewalks. Grassy yards are often sparse but can feature small- and medium-sized trees and bushes along the front of houses.
New Traditional homes often sit on quarter-acre lots in Pottsboro.
Ranch-style homes often feature grassy yards with shade trees.
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Frontier Day's parades and performances bring the community together
The city has annually celebrated Frontier Day since 1876. The September event combines food and retail vendors with activities like bug-eating contests, parades and musical performances. It is held at Friendship Park.
American and Italian cuisine, plus a nonprofit thrift store
Most of Pottsboro’s restaurants sit along Farm to Market Road 120. Mom’s Cafe opens for American-style breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Saturday. Napoli’s Restaurant, just north of the town center, is known for its pizza and pasta. The area has Brookshire’s and Dollar General locations. Lakeway United Methodist Church of Pottsboro operates the Lakeway Christian Community Resale Barn, a thrift store, and puts its proceeds towards helping residents in need.
Shoppers browse clothing and décor at Lakeway Resale Barn.
Napoli's Restaurant sits north of Pottsboro’s town center.
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The Pottsboro Independent School District and a school choice voucher
Students are served by the Pottsboro Independent School District. They can attend Pottsboro Elementary School, which holds a B-plus Niche grade. Pottsboro Middle School earns a B score. Pottsboro High School offers dual-credit classes through a partnership with Grayson College. It receives a B rating.
Starting in 2026, Texas’ school choice voucher program will send eligible families around $10,000 for private school tuition and other expenses. The nearest private schools are in Sherman, around 12 miles away, where St. Mary’s Catholic School gets an A Niche grade.
Pottsboro Middle School earns a B rating from Niche.
Pottsboro Elementary School holds a B-plus Niche grade.
Pottsboro High School offers dual-credit classes with Grayson College.
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Downtown Dallas is an easy drive, and a regional hospital is close
Texas State Highway 289 cuts through the western part of town, heading north and south, while a railroad runs horizontally just south of Front Street. Ramsey says area traffic is light, though speed limit laws are strictly enforced in school zones. Downtown Dallas is around 75 miles away, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is close to an 80-mile drive. Texoma Medical Center, a regional hospital with more than 400 beds, is less than 10 miles southeast. Ramsey says tornadoes and flooding rarely impact the community.
Texoma Medical Center is a regional hospital less than 10 miles away.
Interstate 75 connects Pottsboro to Sherman and Dallas areas.
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On average, homes in Pottsboro, TX sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Pottsboro, TX over the last 12 months is $379,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to your vibrant lake escape in the Simmons Shores community at Lake Texoma!This fully remodeled and beautifully furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has been thoughtfully reimagined from the studs up—new AC, water heater, plumbing, electrical, finishes, and more. Every detail has been updated to offer modern comfort with a relaxed lake-house feel. Step inside to an inviting open-concept
Fully renovated property in Pottsboro offering flexibility, modern updates, and income potential all within walking distance to Lake Texoma. This unique opportunity features a 4-bedroom, 2-bath main home plus a separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or rental income. The additional dwelling unit provides excellent versatility and the potential to offset
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Welcome to the Tanglewood Resort Villas on Lake Texoma. Experience luxury living in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, fully furnished 1,500 square feet condo. Equipped with full kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, utility room with stacked washer and dryer, and covered balconies overlooking Tanglewood Resort and Lake Texoma. Condo includes access to Tanglewood Resort's amenities - indoor,
Welcome to the Tanglewood Resort Villas on Lake Texoma. Experience luxury living in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, fully furnished 1,500 square feet condo. Equipped with full kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, utility room with stacked washer and dryer, and covered balconies overlooking Tanglewood Resort and Lake Texoma. Condo includes access to Tanglewood Resort's amenities - indoor,
Welcome to the Tanglewood Resort Villas on Lake Texoma. Experience luxury living in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, fully furnished 1,500 square feet condo. Equipped with full kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, utility room with stacked washer and dryer, and covered balconies overlooking Tanglewood Resort and Lake Texoma. Condo includes access to Tanglewood Resort's amenities - indoor,
Welcome to the Tanglewood Resort Villas on Lake Texoma. Experience luxury living in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, fully furnished 1,500 square feet condo. Equipped with full kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, utility room with stacked washer and dryer, and covered balconies overlooking Tanglewood Resort and Lake Texoma. Condo includes access to Tanglewood Resort's amenities - indoor,
Welcome to the Tanglewood Resort Villas on Lake Texoma. Experience luxury living in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, fully furnished 1,500 square feet condo. Equipped with full kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, utility room with stacked washer and dryer, and covered balconies overlooking Tanglewood Resort and Lake Texoma. Condo includes access to Tanglewood Resort's amenities - indoor,
Welcome to the Tanglewood Resort Villas on Lake Texoma. Experience luxury living in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, fully furnished 1,500 square feet condo. Equipped with full kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, utility room with stacked washer and dryer, and covered balconies overlooking Tanglewood Resort and Lake Texoma. Condo includes access to Tanglewood Resort's amenities - indoor,
Welcome to the Tanglewood Resort Villas on Lake Texoma. Experience luxury living in a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, fully furnished 1,500 square feet condo. Equipped with full kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, utility room with stacked washer and dryer, and covered balconies overlooking Tanglewood Resort and Lake Texoma. Condo includes access to Tanglewood Resort's amenities - indoor,
Quaint and charming A-frame located in the highly desirable Cambridge Shores community near Lake Texoma. Enjoy easy lake access with a neighborhood boat ramp and courtesy dock just a short distance away—perfect for boating, fishing, and weekend lake adventures. This inviting home has been freshly painted and is ready for you to move in and make it your own. The property offers plenty of space to
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Welcome to Lake Texoma to this completely renovated Contemporary Lake House in Cambridge Shores. This community boasts a boat ramp and courtesy dock for lake access and the home has plenty of driveway to store your boat & Lake toys. This home has 4 beds and 3 full baths, although one room is very large and could be used as a second living area. There is an Open floor plan with kitchen and dining
Duplex for rent. Unit A: $1279 per moth 2BR&2BA. Unit A - Spacious 2BR & 2BA with Garage!Enjoy peaceful living near Lake Texoma in this well-maintained and spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath duplex unit. With 1,440 sq ft of measured usable space, this home offers a flexible floor plan and multiple living areas perfect for relaxing or entertaining.Inside, you’ll find two living areas plus a bright
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