c.1943 Five Bedroom Texas Home For Sale on 2+ Acres $225K

Step back in time to one of the most gorgeous, elegant, classic homes in Longview, TX! Upon entry you will notice original hardwood/tile flooring throughout, soaring ceilings with custom antique lighting fixtures, shiplap walls and an abundance of natural light! Charm from a time when houses were built with pride and character! Amazing downstairs layout consisting of grand formal living, two additional cozy dens, inviting sunroom/loggia, 2 wood burning fireplaces, quaint kitchen and formal Dining. Ascending upstairs, you will notice impressive wood flooring, wood banister/balusters and gorgeous views. Upstairs consists of 4-5 large bedrooms with good closets, additional upstairs living room, and more even more sensational VIEWS!! Additional amenities include city water/sewer/electricity/gas. Truly a lovely home with nearly 100 years of laughter and love! Priced @ only $66.77 a SF!!! Room to bring this stunning Southern home back to it’s original GLORY/LUSTER!!!! *952 SF in a garage apartment not reflected in footage!! AMAZING DEAL!!

The Pros

• Midwest-Style Cost of Living with Texas Perks: The overall cost of living in Longview tracks roughly 8% below the national average. Housing is highly affordable, with median home values well below the national baseline, giving buyers and investors strong purchasing power. Plus, residents benefit from Texas’s lack of a state income tax.

• A “15-Minute City” Flow: Longview handles its size beautifully. Commutes are short—usually averaging under 18 minutes—and you can comfortably cross town or run errands without the gridlock and multi-lane highway stress found in nearby Dallas.

• Diverse Regional Economy: Longview doesn’t suffer from the “one-industry town” trap. Its economy is stable, anchored by a strong industrial sector (manufacturing and oil/gas services), a large regional healthcare infrastructure (including CHRISTUS Good Shepherd), and higher education via LeTourneau University and Kilgore College.

• The Piney Woods Aesthetic: Located in East Texas, Longview is surrounded by rolling hills and dense pine forests rather than flat plains. The area boasts excellent outdoor recreation, with easy access to major boating, fishing, and camping destinations like Lake O’ the Pines and Martin Creek Lake.

The Cons

• Pockets of Neighborhood Blight and Crime: Like many mid-sized cities with an industrial history, Longview faces infrastructure and socio-economic disparities. While the northern and suburban edges are thriving and highly sought-after, certain older, central, and southern sections of the city suffer from neighborhood blight, deferred maintenance, and higher property crime rates.

• Steep Property Taxes & High Utility Bills: While home prices are low, Texas’s heavy reliance on property taxes to fund local services applies here, which can surprise out-of-state transplants. Additionally, local energy and utility costs trend about 6% to 7% higher than the national average due to intense, humid summer cooling demands.

• East Texas Weather and Soil Nuances: The region is prone to severe weather, including intense thunderstorms, high-wind events, and occasional tornadoes. Furthermore, the local clay soil combined with mature pine root systems requires homeowners to pay close attention to foundation health and property drainage.

• Limited Nightlife and High-End Retail: While the town has seen growth in local dining, independent coffee shops, and community events, the overall entertainment scene is quiet. For premium luxury shopping, major concerts, or a vibrant nightlife culture, residents regularly make the 120-mile drive west to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.