Evant Real Estate
Evant, Texas: Wide-Open Living Where Two Counties Meet
Evant is a charming small town that sits right on the line between Coryell and Hamilton counties in Central Texas. It's found where U.S. Highways 84 and 281 cross, giving residents easy routes to nearby towns like Hamilton, Gatesville, and Lampasas.
Evant's story started back in 1855, when a settler named Asa Langford built a store, a blacksmith shop, and a sawmill in an area then known as Langford Cove. Years later, a man named Evan T. Brooks moved to the area and laid out a proper townsite, complete with planned streets and a town square. In 1884, the community took on a new name, Evant, combining Brooks' first name and middle initial as a tribute to him. The town grew steadily through the years, reaching its largest size in the 1950s.
Today, Evant keeps that same small-town spirit. It's home to the Evant Independent School District and the Evant High School Elks, giving the town a strong sense of community pride. Wide-open land, big skies, and a slower pace of life are what draw many buyers to the area. It's a great fit for anyone who wants room to spread out, whether that means raising livestock, farming, or simply enjoying quiet country views.
Because Evant sits along two major highways, residents can reach nearby towns for shopping, dining, and services without much trouble. Hamilton is about 16 miles north, while Gatesville sits roughly 24 miles east, and Lampasas is about 29 miles south. This makes Evant a great option for buyers who want rural charm but still like having nearby towns within reach.
For buyers, Evant offers space, quiet, and a genuine small-town feel that's harder to find in bigger cities. For sellers, the area's rich history and welcoming community can be strong selling points for those looking for a simpler way of life. Evant is a wonderful choice for anyone ready to enjoy the best of Central Texas country living.
Evant is a charming small town that sits right on the line between Coryell and Hamilton counties in Central Texas. It's found where U.S. Highways 84 and 281 cross, giving residents easy routes to nearby towns like Hamilton, Gatesville, and Lampasas.
Evant's story started back in 1855, when a settler named Asa Langford built a store, a blacksmith shop, and a sawmill in an area then known as Langford Cove. Years later, a man named Evan T. Brooks moved to the area and laid out a proper townsite, complete with planned streets and a town square. In 1884, the community took on a new name, Evant, combining Brooks' first name and middle initial as a tribute to him. The town grew steadily through the years, reaching its largest size in the 1950s.
Today, Evant keeps that same small-town spirit. It's home to the Evant Independent School District and the Evant High School Elks, giving the town a strong sense of community pride. Wide-open land, big skies, and a slower pace of life are what draw many buyers to the area. It's a great fit for anyone who wants room to spread out, whether that means raising livestock, farming, or simply enjoying quiet country views.
Because Evant sits along two major highways, residents can reach nearby towns for shopping, dining, and services without much trouble. Hamilton is about 16 miles north, while Gatesville sits roughly 24 miles east, and Lampasas is about 29 miles south. This makes Evant a great option for buyers who want rural charm but still like having nearby towns within reach.
For buyers, Evant offers space, quiet, and a genuine small-town feel that's harder to find in bigger cities. For sellers, the area's rich history and welcoming community can be strong selling points for those looking for a simpler way of life. Evant is a wonderful choice for anyone ready to enjoy the best of Central Texas country living.
Most Popular
6630 Fm 183
$459,303
Most Expensive
725 County Road 520
$1,799,999
Least Expensive
377 Tom Sawyer Street
$70000
Evant Listings Summary
Evant - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Evant: $441,100 / County Avg $372,400
118%
Avg Taxes in Evant: $1,600 / County Avg $3,600
45%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Evant: 1,506 / County Avg 1,860
81%
Avg Price per/sqft in Evant:$293 / County Avg $200
146%
Avg Walkscore in Evant: 18 / County Avg 18
100%
Avg Year Built in Evant: 1966 / County Avg 1994
99%
Avg Days on Website in Evant: 340 / County Avg 142
239%
Evant Real Estate Market Health
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| Neighborhoods in Evant TX |
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| 155 Cr 525 |
| A00557 |
| E C Glover |
| Gilly H B |
| J A Railey |
| J A Smith |
| R W Wade |
| Sparks |
| W Mauldin Surv Abs # 546 |
| Z Griffith |
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