Longview, Texas · Gregg County
Life in Longview
Your local guide to living, buying, and selling in Longview, Texas, from your neighbors Ivan & Marcia Tanuyan.
Since 2019
Real estate investors
Two Agents
Husband & wife team
Relaunch
Expired-listing specialists
Gregg County
Longview locals
Meet your guides
Ivan & Marcia Tanuyan
We’re a husband-and-wife real estate team in Longview, working with Summers Cook & Co. We’ve been buying, renovating, and investing in property since 2019, so when we walk through a home with you, we see more than paint colors. We see what it needs, what it costs, and what it’s really worth.
We built Life in Longview as a resource for our neighbors: the history, the neighborhoods, the places we love, and straight answers about buying and selling here. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, we’d love to help you feel at home.
The Longview Guide
Get to Know Longview
Born along the railroad in the early 1870s and named for the “long view” from founder O.H. Methvin’s porch, Longview is the heart of East Texas, about 125 miles east of Dallas and 60 miles west of Shreveport. Here’s where to start.
Neighborhoods
Compare areas, school districts, and what everyday life looks like across Longview.
History & Heritage
Railroads, the oil boom, and the stories behind the places you drive past every day.
Things to Do
Events, parks, lakes, and local favorites, from downtown to the Great Texas Balloon Race.
Moving Here FAQ
Quick answers on schools, commutes, and how buying a home in Longview works.
Home didn’t sell?
Relaunch Your Expired Listing
An expired listing isn’t the end of the road. It’s information. We look at what held your home back, fix it, and bring it back to market with a clear plan.
Pricing That Fits
A fresh, honest market analysis so your home is priced to attract real buyers.
Marketing That Gets Seen
Professional photos, online and social exposure, and a plan built around your home’s best features.
Negotiation in Your Corner
We represent your interests and work toward the terms and timeline you need.
Communication You Can Count On
Regular updates, honest feedback, and clear next steps. No guessing.
How we can help
Buying or Selling in Longview
Buying a Home
From the first showing to closing day, we’ll help you find the right neighborhood, spot issues early with an investor’s eye, and make a confident offer.
Selling Your Home
Get a realistic price, smart prep advice from people who renovate homes themselves, and marketing that puts your home in front of the right buyers.
Client reviews
What Our Clients Say
Real reviews from East Texas homeowners, shared on our Google Business Profile.
Jeff S. · Sold in Gilmer
“I really appreciate Ivan for his help selling my house in Gilmer, TX. He created a sales plan and executed the plan flawlessly communicating with me regularly. He operates with a sense of urgency and commitment. I highly recommend him.”
Paula · Sold in Gladewater
“Ivan sold our property in Gladewater. He communicated well, was honest with us about our expectations, and helped us see things that would help us sell. We are so happy that we used him. He’s our guy! Look forward to doing business with him and his wife again soon.”
Emmanuel · Seller
“Great Realtor, Listed my property and within 8 days we were in escrow. His target price was on point. He knows the market well to have something sell that quick in a slow market.”
Howard W. · Seller
“Ivan did an excellent job from beginning to the end with the sale of our house. We had a few glitches. He was more than ready to take care of everything and make sure that we were completely satisfied with our circumstances. Would highly recommend him at any time.”
Scott S. · Homeowner
“Ivan was very helpful with the selling of our house although we decided not to sell at this time when we do he will be the only one we trust in the future. His video that he made of our property was amazing. He highlighted all the positive features of the home. Working with him was an absolute delight.”
Longview FAQ
Common Questions About Longview
What county is Longview, Texas in?
Longview is the county seat of Gregg County. A small eastern part of the city extends into Harrison County.
How far is Longview from Dallas and Shreveport?
Dallas is about 125 miles west and Shreveport, Louisiana, is about 60 miles east, both along I-20. That’s roughly a two-hour drive to Dallas and about an hour to Shreveport.
What school districts serve Longview?
Longview ISD, Pine Tree ISD, and Spring Hill ISD serve the Gregg County side of the city, and Hallsville ISD serves the Harrison County portion. Boundaries can vary street by street, so always confirm a specific address with the district.
How did Longview get its name?
In the early 1870s, railroad surveyors standing on the porch of founder Ossamus Hitch Methvin Sr.’s home reportedly remarked on the “long view,” and the name stuck. Longview was incorporated in 1871.
How many people live in Longview?
Longview had 81,638 residents in the 2020 Census, making it one of the largest cities in East Texas.
My listing expired. What should I do next?
Start by finding out why it didn’t sell: price, condition, marketing, or timing. We offer a no-pressure relaunch consultation to walk through what happened and build a plan to fix it.
Let’s Start Your Journey
Send Us a Message
Contact Details
- 903-309-8810
- ivantanuyan99@gmail.com
- 1127 Judson Rd. Ste 146 Longview, TX 75601
Office Hours
Ivan & Marcia Tanuyan are licensed real estate agents with Summers Cook & Co.