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A free guide from Amanda Phillips
Moving to Sherman, TX:
Living Like a Local
The guide I wish every family had before they moved here. Free, from a REALTOR® who actually lives here.
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Hi, I'm Amanda.
I've lived in Sherman a long time and I've sold homes here for 19 years. I've watched this town change a lot. Some of it you'll love. Some of it is still catching up. I'd rather you hear both from me before you move than find out after.
Moving somewhere new is kind of a lot. You're not just picking a house. You're picking your coffee shop, your Saturday morning, your pickleball court, the place you'll take people when they come to visit. That's what this guide is for.
Grab it below. Then if you want to talk through where you'd fit best, I'm happy to.
Amanda Phillips, REALTOR®
More than a moving checklist
What's inside
Coffee & Bakeries
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Things to Do
Events Worth Planning Around
Weekend Itineraries
Getting Settled Checklist
18 pages of local favorites. Yours to save, print, and bring along.
Sherman at a Glance
The quick facts people ask about first. Sources linked so you can check them yourself.
Population
52,417 residents (July 2025 Census estimate), up about 20% from 43,645 in the 2020 Census.
Source ↗Where it sits
County seat of Grayson County, on US-75 about an hour north of downtown Dallas. Lake Texoma is a short drive north.
Source ↗Texas Instruments
TI’s Sherman fab (SM1) began production on December 17, 2025. The site is planned for up to four fabs.
Source ↗GlobalWafers
Opened its $3.5 billion Sherman wafer plant in May 2025 and announced a $4 billion expansion.
Source ↗Getting outdoors
Lake Texoma, Eisenhower State Park, and Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge are all within easy driving distance, plus Herman Baker, Fairview, and Pecan Grove parks.
Source ↗Taxes
Texas has no state income tax. Property taxes are set locally each year. Look up a property’s taxing units and rates through Grayson Central Appraisal District.
Source ↗Want current home prices and what's actually selling? Those change every week, so I pull them live from the MLS. Just ask.
Before the moving truck
Moving to Sherman: Common Questions
How far is Sherman from Dallas?
About an hour by car. Sherman sits on US-75 north of Dallas, and the drive time depends heavily on traffic through Collin County.
Is Sherman growing?
Yes. The Census Bureau estimates Sherman's population at 52,417 as of July 2025, up about 20% from the 2020 Census. Major manufacturing investments from Texas Instruments and GlobalWafers are a big part of that growth.
Does Texas have a state income tax?
No. Texas has no state income tax. Property taxes are set locally, and you can look up the taxing units for any property through the Grayson Central Appraisal District.
Can I choose my electricity provider in Sherman?
In most of Sherman, yes. Most addresses are in Oncor's delivery area, where you pick a retail electric provider. Some properties outside city limits are served by an electric co-op, so check the specific address.
Can I buy a home in Sherman before I move here?
Yes, and a lot of my relocation clients do. We start with a consultation, I set you up on a live MLS search, and I keep an eye out for off-market homes while you're still where you are now.
Should I also look at Denison or Van Alstyne?
It depends on what you want your daily life to look like. I work all three towns, and each one fits different people. Book a call and I'll tell you honestly where I think you'd fit.
What's there to do in Sherman on a weekend?
More than people expect. Downtown has local restaurants, breweries, a wine bar, and antique shops. Lake Texoma and Eisenhower State Park are close by. My free guide has my full list of picks.
Your Connection to the Sherman Community
If you have a question about Sherman, even a small one, reach out. That's what I'm here for.
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