A moderately sized town that was once called Red Mound was establishedback in 1828, when its first settlers arrived in the area. Red Mound would later be renamed after Benjamin Rush Milam, a valiant soldier in the Texas Revolution. Historical documents show that Milam was incorporated in 1837, making it the very first incorporated town in East Texas.
It was originally the municipal seat of Sabine County until 1858. Later on, its incorporation was dissolved and today it is a census-designated place (CDP). Situated on the renowned El Camino Real, Milan can be found seven miles north of Hemphill at the intersection of State Highway 87 and State Highway 21.
Milam Property Options
People who live in Milan enjoy its low cost of living. Those hunting for a permanent home or a place to spend their weekends won’t have a hard time finding a home that’s suitable and reasonably priced. Real estate in Milam ranges from timber and recreational properties to waterfront homes and land.
Some of Milam’s neighboring cities are:
In Texas:
- Hemphill
- Pineland
- San Augustine
In Louisiana:
- Zwolle
- Noble
- Florien
- Fisher
- Many
Medical facilities are not too far away, with two hospitals found in Zwolle, LA, which is around 24 miles away.
Milam is quite the tourist hotspot with various recreational areas like the Red Hill Campground, Austin College Forestry Camp, and Chambers Hill Lookout. Historical sites such as the Oliphant House and the Causey House in El Camino Park are must-see attractions as well.
One may want to visit Milam the Saturday before Thanksgiving, as this is when everyone celebrates Milam Settlers Day, in honor of the town’s founders.
Homes with beautiful views of either the lake or the forest are up for sale in Milam, and if you want your piece of historical, waterfront Texan living, then it’s probably time to call the Allman Real Estate Company today