Cade Baxter
- Texas Real Estate Broker License, 2024
- Oklahoma Real Estate Salesman License, 2023
- Texas Real Estate Salesman License, 2012
- B.B.A Finance, Angelo State University, 2011
Serving Texas and Oklahoma
Cade is a sixth-generation Texan with deep roots in the Lone Star State. Born in Wichita Falls and raised in Rockwall, he developed a strong connection to the land early on. That connection grew into a lifelong passion for rural real estate.
Since 2012, Cade has specialized in farms, ranches, hunting properties, and recreational land. He also has extensive experience with investment properties, as well as natural resource opportunities. His deep understanding of the disparate Texas ecoregions and varying markets helps clients make informed decisions. An active learner, Cade is always looking to add new tools to his tool belt while sharpening existing ones. He believes in continuous growth and staying ahead in the ever-changing real estate market. His dedication to learning ensures his clients receive the highest level of service and expertise.
With a deep respect for the land, Cade is passionate about conservation and responsible land stewardship. He understands the importance of preserving natural resources for future generations while maximizing the potential of each property. His goal is to help landowners find sustainable solutions that balance investment with conservation.
An accomplished athlete, he played collegiate baseball at Arkansas State University and Angelo State University. The discipline and teamwork he learned on the field now fuel his dedication to serving clients. His competitive nature drives him to negotiate the best deals for buyers and sellers alike.
Beyond real estate, family is his greatest priority. He and his wife are raising their two daughters with the same Texas values they were brought up with. Whether working the land or spending time outdoors with his family, Cade is committed to preserving the Texas way of life.
Faith plays a central role in his life, and he actively serves at Prestonwood Baptist Church, North Campus in Prosper, Texas. His commitment to faith and community guides his personal and professional life. He takes pride in helping others, both in business and through his church.
Cade is a member of Dallas Safari Club, Texas & Southwest Cattle Raisers Association and supports Wildlife Habitat Federation.
Contact Cade
Cbaxter@mossyoakproperties.com
Land for Sale by Cade Baxter
Fannin County,
TX
Rolling Waters Ranch | 141± Acres | Fannin County, TXNear Pecan Gap & Lake Ralph Hall | TBD FM-64, Ladonia, TX 75449There are places that simply feel like Texas. Rolling Waters Ranch is one of them.Set in the quiet southeast corn...
141.34± Acres
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$2,826,800
Bowie County,
TX
Flyway Lakes Ranch | 468 ± Acres | Bowie County, TX
Days Creek Frontage, Private Lakes & Natural Waterfowl Sloughs | Stateline Rd, Near Texarkana, TX
Flyway Lakes Ranch is a rare 468 ± acre East Texas holding defined by water, wildlife, an...
468± Acres
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$1,375,000
Polk County,
TX
Clearbranch Refuge | 148± Acres | Polk County, TXBorders Big Thicket National Preserve & Double Branch Creek | Segno Fire Lane, Polk County, TXBarrel Creek Preserve is a 148± acre sanctuary tucked along the boundary of the Big Thick...
148± Acres
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$836,200
Polk County,
TX
Blossom Ridge Ranch | 140± Acres | Polk County, TXNear Segno & Double Branch Creek | Segno Fire Lane, Polk County, TXTucked into the heart of Polk County, Blossom Ridge Ranch is a 138.21± acre tract where rolling terrain meets the r...
140± Acres
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$777,000
Lamar County,
TX
The Sanctuary bordering Pat Mayes Wildlife Refuge
The Sanctuary is 62.58+/- acres of rolling terrain that borders the 8,295 acres that makes up the Pat Mayes Wildlife Refuge. Imagine you, your family and friends, hunting for ...
62.58± Acres
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$597,000
Hunt County,
TX
Lake Tawakoni Waterfront RetreatRocky Ford - Hunt County, TXA Rare Blend of Lakefront Access, Seclusion, and Community PerksSome lakefront properties give you a view. Others offer a feeling. This one delivers both. Anchored by deep water, frame...
2.59± Acres
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$497,000
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When someone calls and says they want to buy land, I ask one thing: "What do you need it to do?"
Not what you want it to look like. Not how many acres. What role does this land play in your life?
Texas has 268,000 square miles of possibility. Pineywoods in the east. Hill Country limestone. Chihuahuan Desert scrub. Rolling plains that run 100 miles without a stoplight. The state is big enough that two properties with the same acreage can serve completely different purposes depending on where they sit.
Location drives everything when buying land in Texas. The soil, the rainfall, the wildlife, the water rights, the carrying capacity for livestock. A 100-acre tract in the Post Oak Savannah will produce different results than 100 acres in the Trans-Pecos, and you need to know that before you make an offer.
This guide breaks Texas into its major ecoregions. Use it to figure out where your goals and the ground actually align.
1. Cross Timbers
Closest Cities: Fort Worth, Denton, Weatherford
This is transition country where prairie meets woodland. Post oaks and blackjack oaks break up native bluestem and switchgrass. You get cover without being buried in it.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Whitetail, turkey, dove, feral hogs
Water
Moderate rainfall, seasonal creeks, decent water tables
Best For
Hunting, cattle, investment, homestead
Vegetation
Post oaks, blackjack oaks, native grasses
Why Here?
Strong option if you want proximity to DFW with enough cover for quality deer hunting and small-scale ranching. Good balance between access and acreage. You can leave Fort Worth on Friday afternoon and be on your property in under an hour. People buying land in Texas near major metros often start their search here.
2. Blackland Prairie
Closest Cities: Dallas, Waco, Tyler
Once the heartland of Texas farming, the Blackland offers fertile soils and sits directly in the path of metro expansion.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Dove, waterfowl, whitetail, turkey, feral hogs
Water
Solid groundwater, good rainfall
Best For
Hunting, recreation, grazing, row crops, homestead
Vegetation
Fertile soils, tallgrass prairie, scattered trees
Why Here?
If you are looking at land for investment or a future homestead within reach of Dallas or Waco, this region delivers. Development pressure drives long-term value. The clay soils support row crops and hay production while still offering recreational opportunities.
3. Post Oak Savannah
Closest Cities: College Station, Huntsville, Waco
Solid rainfall and a mix of timber and pasture. Post oaks dominate, mixed with yaupon and native grasses.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Turkey, whitetail, hogs, small game
Water
High rainfall, strong surface water potential
Best For
Recreation, timber, livestock, homestead
Vegetation
Post oaks, yaupon, mixed grasses
Why Here?
Perfect for mixed-use buyers. Hunt in the morning, check cattle in the afternoon, and still make it to College Station for dinner. The region gives you flexibility without requiring massive acreage or massive investment.
4. Central & Deep East Texas (Piney Woods)
Closest Cities: Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Tyler
Timber country through and through. Loblolly and shortleaf pines dominate the landscape, with hardwood bottoms along creeks and rivers.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Whitetail, feral hogs, small game, waterfowl
Water
Abundant rainfall, surface lakes, timber reservoirs
Best For
Timber investment, recreation, hunting
Vegetation
Loblolly and shortleaf pine, hardwood bottoms
Why Here?
For buyers looking at long-term timber income and deep woods solitude. Pine plantations produce returns on 25 to 35 year rotations. Hunting leases add supplemental revenue. You will feel the humidity and the quiet.
5. Hill Country (West, German, Northern Edwards Plateau)
Closest Cities: San Antonio, Fredericksburg, Kerrville, San Angelo
The spiritual home for many Texans. Limestone hills, live oaks, wildflowers, and clear creeks. This is what most people picture when they think about buying land in Texas.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Axis, whitetail, turkey, dove, exotics, some elk
Water
Springs, creeks, varied groundwater
Best For
High-end ranching, investment, recreation
Vegetation
Live oak, cedar, wildflowers, limestone soil
Why Here?
Hill Country land holds its value and its charm. Think legacy ranches, wineries, or an axis deer under a live oak. Proximity to San Antonio and Austin drives demand. Expect to pay premium prices, but properties here rarely lose value.
6. Llano Estacado & High Plains
Closest Cities: Lubbock, Amarillo
Wide skies, fewer trees, more acres per dollar. This is open country where land means production.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Mule deer, whitetail, quail, sandhill cranes
Water
Limited rainfall, relies on Ogallala aquifer
Best For
Agriculture (cotton, sorghum), cattle
Vegetation
Shortgrass prairie, mesquite
Why Here?
For those who see land as a canvas of production. Farms for sale here focus on row crops and large-scale ranching. Lower price per acre means you can acquire more ground. Wildlife opportunities exist but play second fiddle to agriculture.
7. Trans-Pecos
Closest Cities: Alpine, Fort Davis, El Paso (distant)
You do not own land out here. You steward it. This is frontier Texas, raw and vast.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Mule deer, elk, aoudad, desert species
Water
Scarce, surface water minimal, groundwater deep
Best For
Conservation, legacy ranching, solitude
Vegetation
Desert grasses, ocotillo, creosote, juniper
Why Here?
For buyers seeking remoteness, mountain views, or a conservation-minded legacy. This is sacred ground for people who value space over convenience. Water is the challenge. Solitude is the reward. Buying land in Texas this far west requires a different mindset than other regions.
8. South Texas Plains & Brush Country
Closest Cities: San Antonio, Laredo, McAllen
The whitetail capital of Texas. Mesquite, prickly pear, and huisache create thick cover that produces trophy bucks.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Trophy whitetail, nilgai (coastal), feral hogs, quail, javelina
Water
Deep wells, fair rainfall, some surface water
Best For
Premier hunting, oil and gas, investment
Vegetation
Mesquite, prickly pear, huisache
Why Here?
If you are a serious sportsman or investor in wildlife, South Texas offers both challenge and reward. Brush country produces legendary deer and strong lease returns. Recreational land for sale here commands premium prices because hunting quality stays consistently high.
9. Upper Gulf Coast & Bayous
Closest Cities: Houston, Beaumont
Coastal grasses, hardwood swamps, and marshes define this region. Water is everywhere.
What to Know
Details
Wildlife
Waterfowl, alligators, fish, whitetail
Water
High rainfall, marshes, wetlands
Best For
Waterfowl, rice farming, wetlands conservation
Vegetation
Coastal grasses, hardwood swamps, marsh
Why Here?
For duck hunters and wetlands investors. If you are passionate about waterfowl or coastal conservation, this zone offers rich opportunity and ecological value. Rice farming still operates on larger tracts. Flood mitigation and habitat restoration projects continue to grow.
Matching Your Goals With Geography
Land buying comes down to calling as much as commerce. Let your goals guide your geography. Ask yourself where your family can thrive, where your values can take root, and what kind of legacy you want to leave behind.
At Mossy Oak Properties – Texas Land Advisors, we help you find Texas land for sale that matches what you actually need. Not just acreage. Your favorite place, built around the hunt, the harvest, or the hope of something lasting.
If you are ready to start the conversation, let us talk land.
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