Gated Living in South Tyler

Baker Plantation Homes for Sale in Tyler, TX

Estate-style homes, wooded surroundings and a private fishing lake—conveniently located near South Tyler shopping and dining.

Life in Baker Plantation

Space, Scenery and South Tyler Convenience

Baker Plantation offers a different side of South Tyler living. Its gated entrance opens to wide streets, rolling terrain, wooded homesites and substantial custom homes gathered around a private fishing lake.

The neighborhood feels removed from the busier commercial corridors, yet daily necessities and favorite destinations remain close enough to be convenient.

Located off Old Bullard Highway just beyond Loop 49, Baker Plantation is near The Village at Cumberland Park, restaurants, services and other South Tyler destinations.

What Sets It Apart

More Than a Collection of Homes

Baker Plantation's setting gives the neighborhood a distinct identity, with shared outdoor features and natural surroundings that are unusual this close to South Tyler's growth corridor.

01 Private Fishing Lake

The neighborhood lake creates an attractive centerpiece and gives residents a place to enjoy fishing and the view without leaving the community.

02 Wooded, Rolling Setting

Mature trees, changing elevations, wide streets and larger homesites help Baker Plantation feel spacious and established rather than densely built.

03 Room to Spend Time Outside

A community park and playground complement the lake and give the neighborhood another shared outdoor space.

Homes in Baker Plantation

Custom Homes With Individual Character

Homes in Baker Plantation vary in size, architecture, floor plan, finishes, outdoor amenities and degree of updating. Larger homesites are part of the neighborhood's appeal, but the setting and condition of each property should be considered individually.

Because this is a relatively small neighborhood, available homes and remaining lots can be limited. Recent sales may also be more useful than broad South Tyler averages when evaluating a particular property.

Helpful Details for Buyers

Questions Buyers Ask About Baker Plantation

These practical answers address some of the questions buyers commonly ask about daily life in the neighborhood.

Is Baker Plantation considered a safe neighborhood in Tyler?

Baker Plantation is generally considered a quiet, low-crime neighborhood in South Tyler. Its gated entrance provides controlled access for residents and their guests.

Can residents fish in the Baker Plantation lake, and what kind of fish are in it?

Yes. Baker Plantation has a private fishing lake for residents, and bass—including some weighing in the double digits—have been caught there.

What restaurants and shopping are convenient to Baker Plantation?

The Village at Cumberland Park is nearby, with shopping that includes H&M, TJ Maxx, DSW, Bath & Body Works and more. Dining choices include Abuelo's, CAVA, Chipotle, Chiang Mai Thai and FD's Grill House.

Is Baker Plantation in Tyler ISD or Whitehouse ISD?

Although Baker Plantation homes have Tyler addresses, the neighborhood is generally served by Whitehouse ISD. School information should be independently verified.

Does Baker Plantation have a homeowners association?

Yes. Baker Plantation has an owners association that oversees the gated community and shared neighborhood features. Buyers should review the current dues, rules and restrictions for the particular property they are considering.

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Baker Plantation Active Listings September 16, 2026
2
Listed
224
Avg. DOM
$190.67
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$1,017,500
Med. List Price
2 Properties
$1,100,000
Neighborhood: Baker Plantation
5
Beds
6
Baths
5,128
Sq.Ft.
2002
Year Built
112
Days on Site
26007457
MLS
$935,000
Neighborhood: Baker Plantation
4
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
5,545
Sq.Ft.
2007
Year Built
338
Days on Site
25015243
MLS