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2026 Bonham community guide · Fannin County
Living in Bonham, TX
Fannin County’s courthouse town, with Sam Rayburn’s history, Bonham State Park, the new Bois d’Arc Lake and some of the best land values within reach of DFW.
By Shayla Eadler, Broker & Owner (TREC #747934) · Updated
- Population
- 11,263Census estimate, July 2025
- County
- FanninCounty seat
- School district
- Bonham ISD97.5% graduation rate
- Typical home value
- $225,954Zillow, Aug 2026
- Est. total tax rate
- ≈1.94–2.05%City + Bonham ISD + county
- To McKinney
- ~39 miAbout 45 min
For sale now
Homes for sale in Bonham, TX
Most Bonham-area listings are in-town homes, country homes on acreage and raw land. Start with the latest listings, or search land and ranches across Fannin County.
$220,000
$145
Active
1664 E State Highway 56
Bonham, TX 75418
3
Beds,
2
Baths,
1,515
square feet,
This home blends comfort, safety, and practicality in a rare setting. The combination of a comfortable home, storm shelter, and extra space for storage and parking is uncommon and highly appealing to buyers seeking a low-maintenance, secure, and expandable property. The property’s size and amenities make it ideal for those who value privacy, outdoor space, and practicality. The mature trees and landscaped yard offer shade and curb appeal, while the storm shelter ensures preparedness for extreme weather. The storage buildings and extra concrete pad add versatility for both daily use and long-term planning.
Residential
MLS# 21425682
Weichert Realtors-Solid Ground
$510,000
$255
Active
1267 CR 1535
Bonham, TX 75418
3
Beds,
2
Baths,
2,000
square feet,
This is the one you've been waiting for! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home showcases a unique blend of modern farmhouse and rustic charm. The unique barndominium style features large windows for extra natural light, huge statement cedar posts, all situated on just under 3 acres! Side entry attached garage leads into a cozy corner kitchen with custom cabinetry and an oversized island all with upgraded quartz countertops. You'll also find a large pantry with more cabinet space and matching quartz countertops! Sky high vaulted ceilings in the living and dining area with stained pine wood and an electric stone fireplace. Large windows in the dining area and back french doors show off the beautiful country view off the back porch! The master suite features a huge, custom walk-in closet and stylish master en-suite bathroom complete with a double vanity, freestanding tub and tiled shower with glass doors.
Enjoy the privacy and space of country living without sacrificing convenience. Ideally located just off US HWY 82, this property offers quick access to Sherman and is only one mile from Bonham city limits. This new construction from L&H Homes is one you just have to see to believe!
Residential
MLS# 21425626
Weichert Realtors-Solid Ground
Active, 719 Lynn Street, , ,press enter for more details, To favorite this property press control+s.
$199,000
$103
Active
719 Lynn Street
Bonham, TX 75418
3
Beds,
2
Baths,
1,937
square feet,
You have to see this!!!! This home has great bones, and awesome potential. When you walk in you will find the 2 guest bedrooms and hall bath on your right, and nice large open spaces that have the living area with wood burning fireplace, large kitchen with tons of cabinets, and dining area. The laundry room offers a second pantry area with room for a stand up freezer if you wanted it in the home. In the primary bedroom you will find a large space that you can redesign and make the set up to fit your personal taste, with walk in closet, and 2 other closets for extra storage. The bathroom has nice wooden cabinets and a linen closet for towels and bedding. Outside you will find lots of shade with also a nice covered porch area for sitting, grilling and entertaining. Attached is a RV garage with 220 outlets to hook up. This space is great even if you don't have an RV use it for extra parking, boat storage, or just outside projects to keep you out of the weather. There is a extra building for storage or hobby house. Property is being sold as is and no seller financing available. Water is not turned on so DO NOT use bathrooms. Please turn off all lights and double check all doors are secure including RV Storage.
Residential
MLS# 21425462
Century 21 Harvey Properties
Active, 503 Braz Street, , ,press enter for more details, To favorite this property press control+s.
$167,500
$187
Active
503 Braz Street
Bonham, TX 75418
2
Beds,
2
Baths,
896
square feet,
Sitting Pretty at Powder Creek Park this cute 2Br, 2Ba cottage home offers a view like no other with the park as a backdrop to the property. Enjoy all of the amenities right in your very own backyard. Home has been recently remodeled and move in ready offering 2 covered deck porches that welcome you into the quaint living room, the cozy eat in kitchen that centers the home and boasts wonderful natural light throughout. Split bedrooms for privacy both having their own private full bathrooms and walk in closets with the full size laundry room in the short hall area near by. Matching the home is a dual door Storage building perfect for lawn tools and additional storage needs. Mature trees frame the property and allows a tremendous amount of shade and breeze in the summer months. Small fenced side-yard for pets and children. Gutters to be installed prior to close and survey is available. HVAC recently serviced. No HOA. Furnishings are negotiable. This property would make a fantastic Air B&B and is located not only at the corner of Powder Creek Park but only 4 miles from Bonham State Park too ! Seller is also the Listing Agent. Additional photos coming Tuesday 11-2
Residential
MLS# 21425363
DFW Elite
$275,000
$194
Active
5083 N State Highway 78
Bonham, TX 75418
3
Beds,
1
Baths,
1,419
square feet,
Live off-grid on 1.98 acres in this ranch-style brick home offering energy-efficient features, functional outbuildings, and plenty of room to enjoy country living. The property features owned solar panels with two Tesla batteries, keeping energy costs extremely low, along with a rainwater collection system, a working well for water, barn with electricity, sheep stables, garden area, chicken coop, and pole barn. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 living areas, and 1 full bathroom. One of the living areas includes a closet and could easily be converted into a spacious primary suite or mother-in-law suite. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel propane range, and reverse osmosis drinking water. Additional interior features include new vinyl flooring throughout, a walk-in shower, built-ins, a wood-burning fireplace that heats the entire home, a freestanding propane heater, and a tankless water heater. A second bathroom could also be added for someone who doesn't mind a project! Additional improvements include: 3-year-old aerobic septic system, 3-year-old air handler and compressor, Foundation repair with transferable lifetime warranty, Iron front fencing with automatic double gate, 6-foot fencing along the north and west property lines, 2-car garage and carport, Covered back patio. Conveniently located just 5 miles north of Bonham on Highway 78 and approximately 6 miles from the Oklahoma border, this property offers the opportunity to enjoy a more self-sufficient lifestyle with the space and features to make it your own. Well maintained, well loved, and ready for its next owners!
Residential
MLS# 21424063
Ten Twenty Realty LLC
$209,900
$203
Active
6805 Lakeview Drive
Bonham, TX 75418
3
Beds,
2
Baths,
1,032
square feet,
Seller finance opportunity! Adorable 3 bed 2 bath home that is an easy walk to Lake
Bonham. Perfect place for peaceful living, just a few steps from fishing, kayaking, swimming and it is around the corner
from the prestigious Bois d'Arc Lake! Don't miss an opportunity to get into this up and coming area at a great price
point! This home features a cozy open floor plan, with a kitchen island perfect for visiting and hosting lake weekends.
Garage is converted into 3rd bedroom, is insulated and vented to the HVAC. The home is move in ready. Ask agent about owner finance options; dueno a dueno.Would make a great rental or air bnb near the lake!
Residential
MLS# 21425020
Nada Homes
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01Overview
Is Bonham, Texas a good place to live?
Bonham suits buyers who want small-town living, land and lakes at a lower price. The typical home value is about $226,000, Bois d’Arc Lake opened just northeast of town in 2022, and Fannin County acreage is among the best values within reach of DFW. The trade-offs are a long drive to Dallas (about an hour and 20 minutes), fewer shops and services, and a city tax rate that rose for 2026–27.
Bonham began in 1837 as Fort Inglish, a blockhouse built by settler Bailey Inglish, and was renamed for Alamo defender James Butler Bonham in the 1840s. It is the Fannin County seat, and its 1888 courthouse is being restored through the Texas Historical Commission’s courthouse program.
It is also the hometown of Sam Rayburn, the longest-serving Speaker of the U.S. House. His 1916 home is a state historic site, and the Sam Rayburn Library and Museum, opened in 1957, holds the original House Speaker’s rostrum.
Bonham has about 11,300 residents (July 2025 Census estimate), and Fannin County about 39,300. The newest draw is Bois d’Arc Lake, a North Texas Municipal Water District reservoir with free public boat ramps that is bringing fresh interest to the countryside northeast of town.
Local tip from Shayla
At Bois d’Arc Lake, the water district owns the land below the 541-foot contour, so lake-adjacent buyers don’t own to the water. Private docks are allowed only on shoreline classified “Dock Capable,” with an NTMWD lease. We check the shoreline class before you make an offer.
What locals love about Bonham
- Bois d’Arc Lake’s free ramps and bass fishing
- Bonham State Park’s lake and nine miles of trails
- The Sam Rayburn House and Library
- A historic courthouse square
- Room to spread out on Fannin County acreage
02Honest take
Pros and cons of living in Bonham
What we tell our own clients before they make a move.
Pros
- AffordableA typical home value near $226,000, below the Fannin County figure of about $289,000.
- Two lakes nearbyThe new Bois d’Arc Lake and the 65-acre lake at Bonham State Park.
- Land valueFannin County is one of the most popular areas for acreage within reach of DFW.
- HistorySam Rayburn’s home and library, and a courthouse under restoration.
- Graduation rateBonham ISD posted a 97.5% four-year graduation rate.
Cons
- Long commuteAbout an hour and 20 minutes to Dallas, and about 45 minutes to McKinney.
- Rising city taxThe city rate rose from $0.55 to $0.66 per $100 for FY2026–27.
- Fewer amenitiesLimited shopping, dining and healthcare compared with Sherman or McKinney.
- Dock rulesBois d’Arc lakefront doesn’t guarantee a dock; only “Dock Capable” shoreline qualifies.
- Limited new constructionA thin pipeline of new homes and limited resale inventory.
03Where to live
Best neighborhoods in Bonham
Bonham is a small town, so buyers usually choose an area and a lifestyle rather than a subdivision: in-town historic homes, lake country or acreage.
West Bonham & SH-56
In townThe west side of town along SH-56, home to the Sam Rayburn House and Library.
Homes near West Bonham & SH-56Bois d’Arc Lake country
Lake & acreageRural acreage and lake-adjacent lots northeast of town. Docks are allowed only on NTMWD “Dock Capable” shoreline with a lease.
Homes near Bois d’Arc Lake countryBonham State Park area
CountryRural homes southeast of town near the 261-acre state park and its 65-acre lake.
Homes near Bonham State Park areaFannin County acreage
Land & ranchPasture, homesteads and farm-and-ranch tracts across the county, from a few acres to working ranches.
Homes near Fannin County acreage Good to know
New-construction subdivisions in Bonham are limited and change quickly. Ask us for current builder communities and lots, including properties that never reach the big portals.
04Market
Bonham real estate market
Zillow’s typical Bonham home value was about $226,000 at the end of August 2026, down about 3.3% from a year earlier, and the median sale price in ZIP 75418 was about $225,000 over the past 12 months. Sales volume is small (dozens of sales a year, not hundreds), so individual homes vary widely in price.
Land is a big part of the local market. Pricing per acre depends heavily on road frontage, water, trees, soils and whether the property qualifies for ag valuation, which is why we walk land with our buyers.
Bonham homes today: live MLS numbers
119
Homes For Sale
$238,490
Median List Price
139
Average Days on Site
$232,000
Median Sold Price
23
Homes Sold
Live from the NTREIS MLS for homes in Bonham (houses, townhomes and condos). Sold figures cover the last 60 days.
Monthly Bonham market report with trends Compare Bonham with nearby towns
Types of homes you’ll find
- In-town homesOlder homes near the square and across Bonham.
- Country homes on acreageHomesteads with room for a shop, animals or a garden.
- Raw landPasture and wooded tracts for building or recreation.
- Farm & ranchWorking properties with fencing, ponds and pasture.
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05Budget
Cost of living & property taxes in Bonham
For 2025, Bonham’s combined rate was about $1.94 per $100 (city $0.55, Bonham ISD about $1.0088 and Fannin County about $0.38). The city adopted a higher rate of $0.66 for FY2026–27, citing revenue lost to the over-65 tax freeze and a new state business-property exemption, which brings the 2026 total to about $2.05.
| Taxing unit | Rate per $100 of value |
|---|---|
| City of Bonham (FY2026–27) | $0.660000 |
| Bonham ISD (2025) | ≈ $1.008800 |
| Fannin County (FY2024–25) | $0.380809 |
| Typical total | ≈ $2.05 (2026) |
The city estimates its FY2026–27 increase adds about $319 a year on a $200,000 home.
Ask about MUDs & PIDs
Land with an agricultural valuation is taxed on productive value, not market value, which can cut the bill dramatically. Ask us before you change how a tract is used: losing ag valuation can trigger a rollback tax.
Utilities
| Service | Provider |
|---|---|
| Electricity | In town: Oncor area with retail choice. Rural Fannin County: electric co-op service |
| Water & sewer | City of Bonham (North Texas Municipal Water District supply); rural water supply corporations or wells outside town |
Tax rates are the adopted 2025–26 rates and change every year. Verify any address with the Fannin Central Appraisal District before you buy. Estimate your payment →
06Education
Schools in Bonham
Bonham ISD serves about 2,000 students across five campuses, from Bailey Inglish Early Childhood Center to Bonham High School, which moved into a new building funded by a 2016 bond. TEA rated the district C for 2024–25, and its four-year graduation rate was 97.5%. Voters approved a $64.4 million bond in 2023 for junior high renovations and campus reorganization.
| School district | What to know |
|---|---|
| Bonham ISD | Bonham and surrounding countryside; about 2,000 students; 97.5% graduation rate. |
| Nearby rural districts | Acreage outside town may be in Honey Grove, Dodd City, Leonard, Savoy or other districts. Confirm by address. |
High schools
Bonham High School
Colleges nearby
- Grayson College (Denison)
- Paris Junior College
- East Texas A&M University in Commerce
Always verify zoning
School boundaries change as districts grow. We confirm the assigned campuses for every home before you make an offer.
07Location
Commute & getting around Bonham
US-82, SH-56, SH-78 and SH-121 run through Bonham. Most commuters take SH-121 southwest toward McKinney or US-82 west to Sherman. Jones Field, a city-owned airport two miles north of downtown, serves private pilots.
| Destination | Distance | Typical drive |
|---|---|---|
| Sherman | ~28 mi | 30–35 min |
| McKinney | ~39 mi | About 45 min |
| Downtown Dallas | ~71 mi | About 1 hr 20 min |
| DFW Airport | ~75 mi | 1 hr 20 min–1 hr 30 min |
Drive times are typical off-peak estimates. Allow more time at rush hour.
08Lifestyle
Things to do in Bonham
Bois d’Arc Lake
Free public ramps open 24/7, with ShareLunker-stocked largemouth bass, crappie and catfish.
Bonham State Park
A CCC-built park with a 65-acre lake, camping, swimming, fishing and mountain-bike trails.
Sam Rayburn House
The Speaker’s 1916 home, with original furnishings and his 1947 Cadillac.
Sam Rayburn Library & Museum
Home of the original House Speaker’s rostrum and a replica of his office.
Courthouse square
Local shops and restaurants around the 1888 Fannin County Courthouse.
Fort Inglish
A replica of the 1837 blockhouse where Bonham began.
09Everyday life
Jobs, shopping & healthcare near Bonham
Bonham’s economy is built on county government, schools, healthcare, retail and agriculture. Many residents commute to Sherman, McKinney or Greenville, and Bois d’Arc Lake is drawing new lake-area interest.
What’s being built in Bonham
- Bois d’Arc Lake, Texas’ first major new reservoir in more than 30 years, and recreation around it
- Restoration of the historic Fannin County Courthouse
- Continued interest in Fannin County land from DFW buyers
Major employers nearby
- Fannin County and the City of Bonham
- Bonham ISD
- Local healthcare and retail
- Agriculture and ranching
Hospitals & healthcare
- Local hospital and clinic care in Bonham
- Texoma Medical Center in Denison (about 35 minutes)
- McKinney hospitals (about 45 minutes)
10Quick answers
Bonham, TX FAQ
Is Bonham, TX a good place to live?
Bonham suits buyers who want small-town, lake-and-acreage living at lower prices. The trade-offs are a long commute to Dallas or DFW and fewer amenities.
What is Bonham, TX known for?
It is the hometown of House Speaker Sam Rayburn, whose 1916 home and 1957 library and museum are open to visitors. It is also the Fannin County seat, founded in 1837 as Fort Inglish.
When did Bois d’Arc Lake open?
NTMWD broke ground in May 2018, dedicated the lake in October 2022 and began water deliveries in March 2023. Public access areas with free boat ramps now serve the lake.
Can you build a dock on Bois d’Arc Lake?
Only on shoreline NTMWD classifies as “Dock Capable,” with a Shoreline Lease and Use Agreement, a survey, an engineer’s plans and an NTMWD-registered contractor. NTMWD owns the land below the 541-foot contour.
How far is Bonham from Dallas?
About 71 miles, roughly an hour and 20 minutes by car. McKinney is about 39 miles (45 minutes).
What are property taxes in Bonham, TX?
About 1.94% combined for 2025 (city $0.55, Bonham ISD about $1.0088, Fannin County about $0.38). The city raised its rate to $0.66 for FY2026–27, bringing the total to about 2.05%.
How much are houses in Bonham?
Zillow’s typical home value was about $226,000 in August 2026, down about 3% from a year earlier.
Is Fannin County a good place to buy land?
Fannin County is one of the most popular areas for acreage within a reasonable drive of DFW. Water, access, soils and restrictions vary widely, so local guidance matters.
Is Bonham, TX safe?
Crime statistics are published by the Bonham Police Department. We encourage every buyer to review the data for the specific area they are considering and to visit at different times of day. As agents, we share data sources rather than opinions about which neighborhoods are “safe.”
About this guide. Written by Shayla Eadler, Licensed Broker & Owner of Ten Twenty Realty (TREC #0747934), and reviewed October 2026. Facts come from public sources, including: U.S. Census Bureau (Vintage 2025), Bois d’Arc Lake (NTMWD), Texas Historical Commission, KXII, Texas Tribune school data.
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