
Based in Gilmer, TX, and serving buyers and sellers throughout Upshur, Gregg, Wood, and surrounding East Texas counties, Sarah Bell provides experienced representation for homes, land, acreage and distinctive properties at every price point.
Real estate in Gilmer, Texas, is seldom just about a transaction. It often connects to timing, family dynamics, long-term plans, or significant transitions. For this reason, I believe good representation starts with understanding what matters most to you, then building a strategy around it.
Whether you're buying, selling, or navigating a property that's a little outside the ordinary, my approach is straightforward: clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and a plan tailored to your goals.
Whether you're preparing to sell, searching for a home, or considering land or acreage, every real estate decision deserves a strategy tailored to your goals. Based in Gilmer, I provide experienced, hands-on real estate representation throughout East Texas, with thoughtful preparation, local market knowledge, and clear communication from start to finish.
Selling a home takes more than putting it on the market and hoping the right buyer comes along. I help East Texas sellers thoughtfully prepare, position, price, and market their properties with a strategy built around the home, the market, and their goals. From professional presentation and targeted marketing to negotiation and closing, I stay hands-on throughout the process.
From the first showing to the closing table, I help buyers evaluate properties, understand the local market, negotiate confidently, and make informed decisions throughout the home buying process.
Buying or selling land and acreage often comes with a different set of considerations than a traditional home sale. From access and utilities to surveys, easements, restrictions and improvements, I help clients understand the details that can matter when evaluating rural property in East Texas.

Winnsboro, TX
Tucked among the trees on 4.17 acres in gated 4D Estates, this extensively remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath home blends thoughtful interiors with exceptional outdoor living. Features include a wraparound deck, custom greenhouse and gardens, insulated 20x28 shop, separate heated and cooled office, and a wooded path leading to lake access.

Pittsburg, TX
Full of character and thoughtfully updated, this 5 bedroom, 2 bath home offers 3,270 square feet with a downstairs primary suite, dedicated study and sunroom. Original hardwood floors and architectural details preserve the home's charm, while the remodeled kitchen and bathrooms bring modern updates throughout. An original carriage house now serves as a two-car garage with additional storage and bonus space upstairs.

Big Sandy, Texas
Move-in ready 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a large corner lot in Big Sandy ISD. Updates include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, LVP flooring, updated bathrooms, a tankless water heater and recently installed HVAC. A separate bonus building offers flexible space for an office, hobby room, workshop, guest space or additional storage.

Gilmer, Texas
Set on 1.529 acres within the Gilmer Boating & Fishing Club, this updated hilltop cabin offers a unique combination of East Texas character and lakefront living. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath home includes a bonus room and features direct lake access, a private fishing pier, and an incredible outdoor setting with a lakeside pool and hot tub. Located within a gated community of approximately 30 property owners, this is a distinctive Gilmer property designed for enjoying life by the water.

Pittsburg, Texas
Tucked away on 7.467 acres, this spacious 4 bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bath log home offers 2,826 square feet with two living areas, a dedicated office and a flexible open-concept layout. A Generac whole-home generator, tankless water heaters, oversized two-car garage with bonus space, additional two-car carport and storage building add convenience, while the wooded acreage provides plenty of room to make the property your own.

Pittsburg, Texas
Built in 1913 and located in Pittsburg’s Historic District, the John M. Holman House is a remarkable piece of East Texas history. The 4,758-square-foot residence offers 8 bedrooms and 6.5 baths on .37 acres and has been featured in books and films. Original pine floors, soaring ceilings, a grand staircase, formal parlor and dining room, and an updated kitchen showcase the character of the home while incorporating modern conveniences.

Gilmer, Texas
Waterfront 1.449-acre homesite overlooking Gilmer Lake in Gilmer ISD, offering approximately 160 feet of lake frontage and 400 feet of road frontage. Utilities are available at the road, with beautiful lake views and convenient access to the Gilmer Lake Boat Ramp just minutes away.

Gilmer, Texas
Approximately 11.6 acres outside city limits with highway frontage and both commercial and residential potential. The property includes a pond, utilities, a 1,200-square-foot shop, a 1 bedroom, 1 bath cabin and three commercial-sized septic tanks installed in 2025. Located less than 2 miles north of Barnwell Mountain Recreation Area, the property offers flexibility for business, rental, recreational or live/work use.

Big Sandy, Texas
Completely wooded 16.883-acre tract in Big Sandy ISD offering a blank canvas for a private homestead, weekend retreat or future investment. The property currently carries timber exemptions, has a recently completed survey and includes an access easement just off Highway 155.
Gilmer, Texas
Versatile wooded acreage in Upshur County and Union Hill ISD, conveniently located between Gilmer and Pittsburg. Available as approximately 10 or 20 acres, the property offers options for a site-built or manufactured home, recreational use or future investment. A portion lies within a flood zone, with ample usable acreage remaining for building and other uses.
Big Sandy, Texas
1.416 acres in a quiet rural neighborhood within Harmony ISD, offering a great setting for a custom or spec home. Utilities are available at the street, with convenient access to Gilmer and a central location between Tyler and Longview. The two individual 0.708-acre lots may also be purchased separately.
Serving East Texas since 2019, with experience representing buyers and sellers of homes, acreage, land and distinctive properties across the region. My approach combines local market knowledge, strategic marketing and straightforward guidance from the first conversation through closing.
$6.5M
2025 Sales Volume
Top 300
East Texas Real Producers
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Scroggins, Texas
2-acre East Texas property just outside the city limits in Mt. Vernon ISD, offering space, versatility and a convenient country location. SOLD

Gilmer, Texas
Thoughtfully remodeled 1930s home blending original character with modern updates throughout. SOLD

White Oak, Texas
Two-building commercial property situated on approximately 1.15 acres with excellent visibility along US Highway 80. SOLD

Waskom, Texas
Modern farmhouse-style 4 bedroom home situated on 3.893 acres with a 20x40 workshop and plenty of room to enjoy the property. SOLD
Whether you're thinking about selling, buying a home, or making a move involving land or acreage, I'm always happy to start with a clear, pressure-free conversation.
Reach out anytime. I’ll respond personally.
Sarah Bell, REALTOR® Texas Real Estate Executives 117 Simpson St. Gilmer, TX 75644 Phone: 903-841-2247 Email: realtorsarahbell@gmail.com
Available By Appointment
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