In 1848, Sherman’s public square was built around a simple landmark – a large pecan tree. As the seat of Grayson County grew, everything from church services to court sessions were held under the tree branches. Sherman locals watched as clapboard stores, log saloons, colleges and banks opened around the anchoring tree, turning the town into an economic and academic cornerstone of North Texas. Today, Sherman’s Business District is not centered around a pecan tree but rather the large Grayson County courthouse and its surrounding businesses. The blocks around the courthouse comprise the city’s Central Business District, also known as downtown Sherman. The city’s rapid development has added new construction and modern touches while maintaining the size and feel of a centuries-old town center. “It still has a small feel to it,” says Clay Gilbert, a third-generation local and Realtor with Century 21 Real Estate. “There’s not a massive amount of traffic. It’s a little bit slower-paced and everybody’s pretty easygoing.”
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Three floors of vintage treasures at A Touch of Class
Downtown Sherman is anchored by the Grayson County courthouse on Houston Street, and the area is known for its many law offices. Sherman’s legal industry surrounds antique stores, restaurants and decades-old small businesses. A Touch of Class Antique Mall, a three-floor shop filled with vintage wares and booths from local artists, and Knight Furniture, which opened in 1912, are two of the longest-running businesses on Lamar Street. Restaurants range from local favorite lunch spot CJ’s Coffee Café to classic pub Old Iron Post, both on Travis Street. In addition to downtown’s small businesses, the Central Business District is 3 miles from the Sherman Town Center, which has many big box stores like Walmart, Target and Aldi.
The intersection of Cherry and Travis streets has multiple long-standing churches, such as Saint Stephen's Episcopal Church, Central Christian Church and First Baptist Church, as well as two local museums. The Sherman Museum on Walnut Street is open year-round with local history exhibits and rotating showcases, and the Sherman Jazz Museum on Lamar Street is open every Thursday. The small museum displays hundreds of vinyl records and exhibits on jazz legends like Maynard Ferguson, Roy Elridge and Ella Fitzgerald.
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A cup of coffee with Sherman’s mayor every month
Downtown serves as a gathering place for a calendar of weekly, monthly and yearly community events. The Sherman Farmer’s Market is held across from the courthouse every Saturday between April and September and offers fresh produce, flowers and eggs from local farmers. Different businesses take turns hosting the monthly Coffee with the Mayor event, where community leaders answer questions and make announcements over cups of complimentary coffee. In the fall, Stroll on the Square invites Sherman residents to browse downtown businesses while listening to live music and sipping on made-in-Texas wine.
Central Sherman blends modern and historic homes
Central Sherman has a mix of both new construction and renovated early 20th-century homes. This eclectic mix ranges from New Traditional and Contemporary properties built in the 2020s to bungalows and duplexes from the 1900s to 1940s. “It’s a fairly old community, so it has big, beautiful homes,” says Carol Layman, a Sherman local and real estate agent with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. “When you renovate them, the charm and character of another age come back.” While plenty of new builds have been added alongside existing residences, most of the sidewalks and trees have been around for decades, giving Central Sherman the look of an established, historic neighborhood. Homes in the area range from $200,000 to $400,000, regardless of their age. The Central Business District's CAP Index Crime Score is 6 out of 10, above the national average of 4.
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The quickly growing Sherman Independent School District
Sherman Independent School District is one of the fastest-growing school districts in Grayson County, with three new schools planning to open in the 2025-26 school year. Established schools include Washington Elementary School, which scored a B-minus on Niche, and B-rated Piner Middle School and Sherman High School. Sherman High is also expanding, with 20 new classrooms being added by 2025. Austin College, a four-year liberal arts school known for its music programs, is one of the largest colleges in the area and is less than 2 miles from Central Sherman.
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Binkley Park has biking trails at every level
Many of Sherman’s largest parks are on the west side of the Central Business District. Center Street Park on Center Street has a playground, a half-mile walking trail and two large fields that host soccer and flag football games. Center Street Park connects to Binkley Park, which is most known for its 10-mile mountain bike trail designed for both biking novices and experienced thrill-seekers. Herman Baker Park is the third large park on Center Street, with a 34-acre lake and a mile-long nature trail through thick woods. Herman Baker is less than a mile from Stone Creek Golf Club on Club House Drive, a public 18-hole course that hosts tournaments and events throughout the year.
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Texoma Parkway divides east and west Sherman
The Central Business District is one of Sherman's most walkable areas, with sidewalks linking multiple blocks of small businesses. To travel through the rest of the city, the fastest route is the Texoma Parkway, also known as Highway 75. It is the main highway through Sherman and divides the city into its established east side and developing west side. The freeway is also the fastest route to Denison, 11 miles away, and Lake Texoma, 14 miles away. The city of Dallas and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport are a 65-mile drive from Sherman.
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Experience the charm of downtown Sherman living with this beautifully renovated corner-lot home! Combining modern convenience with timeless elegance, this property has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring brand-new cabinets, sleek quartz countertops, and modern appliances. Decorative LED lighting adds a contemporary flair throughout the home.
Welcome to this bright & charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, perfectly nestled in a friendly neighborhood that offers both tranquility and convenience to highway. Spanning 1,482 square feet, this residence boasts an open-concept layout designed to maximize both comfort and functionality. As you step inside, you’ll immediately appreciate the spacious living areas with 9 ft ceilings adorned with
Welcome to 318 W Laurel Street, a beautifully updated and well-maintained home just two blocks from the heart of Downtown Sherman. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,477 square feet of inviting living space with an open floorplan, abundant natural light, and timeless original hardwood flooring throughout. The kitchen features tile countertops,
Discover this exceptional loft for lease in the Porterfield Building, just three blocks from Downtown Sherman. Combining historic charm with modern upgrades, this residence offers the best of both worlds. Featuring exposed 100-year-old brick walls and rich hardwood floors, the space exudes character and timeless elegance.The loft includes a spacious 1-bedroom suite with an expansive
This prime location is situated directly across from the Grayson County Courthouse and near the Federal Courthouse Federal Courthouse. It is an ideal setting for a professional office and loft living, featuring a bath and a half, a kitchen, and a refrigerator will be provided by the owner. This elegant space includes six spacious private rooms, with two offering views of the majestic Grayson
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
184
Median Age
34
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,583
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78%
College Graduates
9.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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