County Seat

Sherman Is the County Seat and Largest City in Grayson County

Sherman serves as the county seat of Grayson County, where county government offices, courts, and the appraisal district are located.

Grayson County History & Culture

Sherman sits about 65 miles north of Dallas on U.S. Highway 75. It has been the county seat since Grayson County was established in 1846. Most county government functions are based here, including the county courthouse, the appraisal district, and the tax office.

Denison is the second-largest city in the county. Other communities include Whitesboro, Van Alstyne, Pottsboro, and Whitewright. If you need to file documents with the county, pay taxes, or visit a county court, Sherman is where to go.

Source to confirm: Handbook of Texas — Grayson County

More Grayson County notes

Property Tax Basics

Two Different Offices Handle Your Property Taxes

Grayson County splits property tax duties between two offices, and knowing which one to call saves you time.

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Homestead Exemption

Apply for a Homestead Exemption to Lower Your Tax Bill

If your home is your main residence, you may qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of your property.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Farm and Ranch Land Can Be Taxed at a Much Lower Rate

Texas allows farmland and ranchland to be taxed on what it can produce, not what it would sell for, which can mean a much lower tax bill.

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Appraisal Protest

You Can Challenge Your Property Appraisal Each Year

If you think the Grayson Central Appraisal District overvalued your property, you have the right to protest and get a hearing.

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