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Small City in Grayson County

About Bells, TX

Welcome to Bells, a small Grayson County city in North Texas, set between Sherman and the Red River in the Texoma region.

Bells is a small city in Grayson County, in North Texas, set in the rolling countryside between Sherman and the Red River. The community lies along U.S. Route 82, northeast of Dallas and south of Lake Texoma, in a region long tied to farming and ranching. The town's growth has been steady and measured. Its population stood at just over 600 in the mid-1950s and grew to 962 by 1990 and 1,190 by 2000, reaching about 1,500 in the 2020 census. That trajectory reflects a community that has remained small while benefiting from its position within the Sherman–Denison area and the broader Texoma region. The area around Bells was settled as part of Grayson County's agricultural frontier, and the town developed as a small trading and school center for the surrounding farms. The coming of the region's highways connected it to the larger towns nearby, but Bells has retained its identity as a compact, rural community rather than a suburb. Its school district, churches, and volunteer organizations form the backbone of local life, and its small commercial district reflects the town's rural heritage. Bells functions today as a residential and agricultural community. Bells Independent School District anchors local life, and the town's businesses and churches serve a close-knit population. Its location on U.S. Route 82 places Sherman and Denison within a short drive, providing shopping, healthcare, and employment, while the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex lies roughly an hour to the southwest. The surrounding landscape of farms, pastures, and the nearby Red River valley shapes the town's character. Lake Texoma, a major recreation destination on the Texas–Oklahoma line, lies to the north, offering boating and fishing. Bells' combination of small-town scale, good highway access, and proximity to both the Texoma lakes and the growing Sherman–Denison corridor defines its place in North Texas, keeping it rooted in the rural traditions of Grayson County while remaining connected to the region's larger centers.

Population 1,521
County Grayson County
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Frequently Asked Questions

What county is Bells in?

Bells is in Grayson County, in North Texas. The city lies along U.S. Route 82, between Sherman and the Red River, in the Texoma region northeast of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.

What school district serves Bells?

Bells is served by Bells Independent School District, which operates the community's elementary, middle, and high schools. The district serves the town and the surrounding rural area of Grayson County.

How far is Bells from Sherman and Dallas?

Bells sits a short drive east of Sherman along U.S. Route 82, and Denison is also nearby. The Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex lies roughly an hour to the southwest via the U.S. 75 corridor.

What recreation is near Bells?

Lake Texoma, a major reservoir on the Texas–Oklahoma line, lies north of Bells and offers boating, fishing, and camping. The surrounding farmland and the Red River valley provide additional rural outdoor recreation.

City Guide

About Bells

Real Estate & Housing

Bells' housing stock is typical of a small Texas town, with modest single-family homes forming the core of the market. Ranch-style and brick homes are common, many on generous lots, and newer construction has added to the town's edges as the Sherman–Denison area has grown. The market is oriented toward ownership, and housing remains broadly accessible compared with the larger metroplex suburbs. The mix of established and newer homes reflects the town's steady, measured growth rather than rapid suburban expansion.

Neighborhoods

Bells is small enough that its residential areas flow together around the town center rather than dividing into distinct named neighborhoods. The historic core, with its school and civic buildings, anchors the community, while established homes line the nearby streets and newer development extends outward along the town's edges. The surrounding farmland is visible from many parts of town, reinforcing its rural setting. The compact scale keeps schools, shops, and churches within a short drive of nearly every home.

Lifestyle in Bells

Bells offers the lifestyle of a small North Texas town. Schools, churches, and local businesses anchor daily life, and the community's agricultural surroundings keep it close to the land. Residents enjoy a quiet, family-oriented pace, with Sherman and Denison a short drive away for shopping, dining, and healthcare. Lake Texoma provides a major recreation draw to the north, while the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex remains accessible for larger cultural and employment opportunities. The result is a community that pairs rural traditions with convenient regional access.

Schools & Education

Bells is served by Bells Independent School District, which operates the community's elementary, middle, and high schools and serves the town along with the surrounding rural area. The district is a central institution in the community, and its campuses anchor local life. For higher education, Grayson College in nearby Denison offers two-year and workforce programs, and Southeastern Oklahoma State University lies across the state line in Durant, within reasonable driving distance.

Getting Around

Bells sits on U.S. Route 82, a major east-west highway across North Texas, connecting the town west to Sherman and east toward Paris and the Red River valley. U.S. Highway 75 and U.S. Highway 69 pass through the Sherman–Denison area a short drive away, providing access to Dallas and Oklahoma. The Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex lies roughly an hour to the southwest, and the town's highway access makes it a practical base for commuters working in the growing Sherman–Denison corridor.

Parks & Recreation

Recreation around Bells is centered on the outdoors and the nearby Texoma lakes. Lake Texoma, one of the largest reservoirs in the region, lies north of town and offers boating, fishing, camping, and shoreline parks on the Texas–Oklahoma line. The Red River and the surrounding farmland provide additional fishing, hunting, and rural scenery. Local school athletics and community events anchor recreation in town, while Sherman and Denison offer parks, sports facilities, and other amenities within a short drive.

MARKET SNAPSHOT

The Market at a Glance

How homes have been selling here over the last 90 days.

home_work New This Week 3
Went Under Contract 0
trending_down Price Reductions 0
payments Median Sale Price $274,500 -36.9%
square_foot Price per Sq Ft $187
schedule Avg Days on Market 121
sell Homes Sold 8
percent Sale-to-List Ratio 100.0%
inventory_2 Months of Inventory 9.2

Price & Sales History

Market data reflects closed sales over the last 90 days and is provided for informational purposes.

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Houses in Bells, TX

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222 DAWNVIEW LN
$1,650 New
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39 W Bracebridge Circle
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The Woodlands, TX 77382
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  • 5 beds
  • 4.5 baths
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445 Granada Dr
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  • 1,698 sqft
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  • 2 baths
  • 2011290
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  • 3,303 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 7911106
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102 Mercury Sky Road
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5340 CLOVES COVE
$2,000 New
5340 CLOVES COVE
St Hedwig, TX 78152
  • 1,914 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2011286
15337 Dapple Bluff Lane
$3,500 For Rent
15337 Dapple Bluff Lane
Conroe, TX 77302
  • 2,355 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 16894134
205 LONE FALLS DR
$2,000 New
205 LONE FALLS DR
Universal City, TX 78148
  • 2,497 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2011284
4439 Reynaldo Drive
$239,900 For Sale
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Spring, TX 77373
  • 1,284 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 75893178

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2019 Lakewood Court
Willis, TX 77318
  • 2,191 sqft
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4219 W Alabama Street
$585,000 Coming Soon
4219 W Alabama Street
Houston, TX 77027
  • 2,143 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 47618014
338 UNTERMAIER ST
$1,495 New
338 UNTERMAIER ST
New Braunfels, TX 78130
  • 1,380 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2011228
4103 Gus Drive #B
$850 For Rent
4103 Gus Drive #B
Killeen, TX 76549
  • 1,100 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 623525
939 Sagewood Trail #941
$1,755 For Rent
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San Marcos, TX 78666
  • 2,575 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 623521
2718 Old Field Dr #302
$249,777 New
2718 Old Field Dr #302
San Antonio, TX 78247
  • 1,327 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2011210
1417 W OLMOS DR
$1,025 Price Change
1417 W OLMOS DR
San Antonio, TX 78201
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  • 2 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1991831
310 CREEKSIDE CURV
$1,595 New
310 CREEKSIDE CURV
New Braunfels, TX 78130
  • 1,430 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2011189
13006 Trent St
$225,000 New
13006 Trent St
San Antonio, TX 78232
  • 1,158 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2011183
7307 GOLF VISTA BLVD
$1,150 New
7307 GOLF VISTA BLVD
San Antonio, TX 78244
  • 1,024 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2010058
4318 Avenue O Unit 1
$1,950 Pending
4318 Avenue O Unit 1
Galveston, TX 77550
  • 1,100 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2009850
167 RICHTER LN
$795 New
167 RICHTER LN
New Braunfels, TX 78130
  • 560 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 2011168

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Condos in Bells, TX

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1600 Barton Springs Road #3504
$899,990 For Sale
1600 Barton Springs Road #3504
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  • 1,520 sqft
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  • 1324336
3001 Cedar Street #114
$1,500 For Rent
3001 Cedar Street #114
Austin, TX 78705
  • 685 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 5928077
5806 Shadow Glen
$1,050 New
5806 Shadow Glen
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  • 3,944 sqft
  • 2 beds
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  • 2011289
5944 DANNY KAYE DR
$1,050 New
5944 DANNY KAYE DR
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  • 986 sqft
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2711 Hemphill Park #11F- (A203)
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  • 420 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
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5920 Lago Vista Way #C-23
$949 For Rent
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  • 416 sqft
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  • 1 baths
  • 6737131
6302 Melanzane Ave Unit 1
$1,345 New
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  • 1,260 sqft
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  • 2011262
6310 Melanzane Ave Unit 3
$1,295 New
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  • 1,260 sqft
  • 3 beds
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  • 2011254
17102 Crane Fly Drive #A
$2,100 For Rent
17102 Crane Fly Drive #A
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  • 2,112 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 9137540
622 Beach Access Road 1a #214
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622 Beach Access Road 1a #214
Port Aransas, TX 78373
  • 588 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 481369
4208 Endurance Way
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4208 Endurance Way
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  • 3,717 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 6599832
6423 Melissa Ann Unit 1206
$900 New
6423 Melissa Ann Unit 1206
San Antonio, TX 78249
  • 745 sqft
  • 2 beds
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  • 2011225

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  • 624 sqft
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