Melissa Oates
Melissa Oates is not just a broker; she is a third-generation Texas Realtor and a truly full-service real estate expert. With over 15 years of experience and roots deep in Dallas, the Park Cities, and East Texas, Melissa offers a rare breadth of expertise spanning luxury residential, commercial, and complex farm and ranch properties across Dallas, Collin, Denton, East Texas, and Houston.
A Dallas native who grew up in Highland Park and spent significant time on her family’s East Texas ranch, Melissa’s connection to the land and the market is innate. Before earning her real estate license in 2008, she worked directly with her father, Nickey Oates, a top residential and commercial developer. This invaluable mentorship provided her with key market insights and deep construction knowledge, which she now uses to expertly market his luxury new construction properties.
Joining Allie Beth Allman and Associates in 2010, Melissa quickly became a Top 15% producer at the firm and throughout North Texas. Her notable sales record includes:
- Residential and Farm & Ranch listings and sales over $7 million.
- Commercial listings and sales over $5 million.
Melissa’s powerful network allows her to close deals discreetly, with over 40% of her inventory sold off-market.
A true avid equestrian and ranch owner, Melissa brings specialized knowledge to the table when handling complex ranch sales. She is highly skilled in transactions involving oil and gas interests, energy renewables, high-level horses, and commercial farm equipment. Her deep understanding of ranch operations ensures she can locate the perfect property for any client, often sourcing deals directly through her established ranching and riding network.
Leveraging the luxury marketing, maximum web exposure, and time-tested branding of Allie Beth Allman and Associates, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, Melissa provides an unparalleled marketing campaign for every property.
If you are interested in discussing the sale or purchase of your next property—from a residential home to a high-profile Texas ranch—give Melissa a call.