Rogers Real Estate
Rogers, TX Homes: Small-Town Pride & Historic Charm
Looking for small-town charm with a proud history? Rogers, Texas has plenty to offer. This friendly town sits in eastern Bell County, right along U.S. Highway 190, about 14 miles southeast of Temple. That means residents enjoy peaceful, small-town living with an easy drive to nearby cities for shopping, dining, and work.
Rogers got its start in 1881, when the railroad came through the area. The town was named after John D. Rogers, a railroad official from Galveston. Rogers grew quickly, becoming a major hub for cotton and cattle in Central Texas. By 1918, Rogers was shipping more cotton than any other city in the entire state! The town once had its own banks, cotton gins, churches, and even an opera house, giving it a lively, prosperous history.
Rogers holds a special place in American arts history, too. It's the birthplace of Alvin Ailey, the world-renowned dancer and choreographer who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. That legacy adds a unique layer of pride to this small Texas town.
Today, Rogers keeps that same close-knit, small-town spirit alive. It's a wonderful choice for buyers who want a peaceful, historic community with real character, all while staying close to bigger cities like Temple and Cameron for work and everyday conveniences.
Looking for small-town charm with a proud history? Rogers, Texas has plenty to offer. This friendly town sits in eastern Bell County, right along U.S. Highway 190, about 14 miles southeast of Temple. That means residents enjoy peaceful, small-town living with an easy drive to nearby cities for shopping, dining, and work.
Rogers got its start in 1881, when the railroad came through the area. The town was named after John D. Rogers, a railroad official from Galveston. Rogers grew quickly, becoming a major hub for cotton and cattle in Central Texas. By 1918, Rogers was shipping more cotton than any other city in the entire state! The town once had its own banks, cotton gins, churches, and even an opera house, giving it a lively, prosperous history.
Rogers holds a special place in American arts history, too. It's the birthplace of Alvin Ailey, the world-renowned dancer and choreographer who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. That legacy adds a unique layer of pride to this small Texas town.
Today, Rogers keeps that same close-knit, small-town spirit alive. It's a wonderful choice for buyers who want a peaceful, historic community with real character, all while staying close to bigger cities like Temple and Cameron for work and everyday conveniences.
Most Popular
303 N Milam Street
$150,000
Most Expensive
8600 Five Wells Road
$1,198,499
Least Expensive
117 Paul Street
$50000
Rogers Listings Summary
Rogers - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Rogers: $451,200 / County Avg $354,700
127%
Avg Taxes in Rogers: $3,600 / County Avg $6,600
54%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Rogers: 2,216 / County Avg 2,033
109%
Avg Price per/sqft in Rogers:$204 / County Avg $174
117%
Avg Year Built in Rogers: 1983 / County Avg 2002
99%
Avg Days on Website in Rogers: 186 / County Avg 125
149%
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| Neighborhoods in Rogers TX |
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| A0001Bc J N Arocha - 73-2 - Acres 3.0 |
| Chipman Add |
| J N AROCHA |
| Rogers |
| Rogers Original |
| Sunset Vista Sub Secti |
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