Downtown also offers condominiums and historic homes, and the presence of John Rex Charter School has made urban living even more appealing to families.
CHARMING HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS
Tree-lined streets and homes rich in character make OKC’s historic neighborhoods some of the most beloved in the city. Many homes predate statehood but have been updated with modern features. Most historic districts are near downtown, offering both charm and convenience. Edgemere Park, developed in 1926, was one of the first planned unit developments west of the Mississippi. The neighborhood features Tudor, Colonial and Spanish Revival homes surrounding a park and creek. Jefferson Park, near the Capitol, is filled with cozy bungalows, while Shepherd, just northwest of downtown, offers historic charm at a more affordable price and smaller footprint. Many of these neighborhoods fall under the city’s Historic Preservation Districts, which help maintain their architectural integrity. Districts include Crown Heights, Edgemere Park, Jefferson Park, Mesta Park, Heritage Hills, Paseo, Putnam Heights and Shepherd. For more information about the Historic Preservation Commission, visit okc.gov/departments/planning. EXPLORING OKLAHOMA CITY'S SUBURBS In OKC, living in the suburbs doesn’t necessarily mean living outside of the city. The city’s large geographic area lends itself to all the best aspects of suburbia, while the low commute times and excellent traffic grid management make getting where you need to go easy. OKC makes it possible to get that suburban feel without feeling far away. Some communities, like Mustang, Bethany, Warr Acres, The Village and Nichols Hills, fall within OKC’s boundaries but maintain their own city services and character. These areas offer everything from apartments to multi-story homes. Nichols Hills and The Village feature homes ranging from 1930s mansions and 1950s ranches to larger homes built in the 1970s. To the west near Lake Overholser, Warr Acres and Bethany grew after World War II as quiet bedroom communities for OKC.
GET ACQUAINTED WITH YOUR NEW HOMETOWN
There’s no better way to get to know your new hometown than by exploring the diverse communities. There are so many districts and neighborhoods that make OKC unique and showcase our city’s charm. From museums to murals, each area reflects the city’s vibrant culture and sense of community. LIVING DOWNTOWN: WHERE EXCITEMENT MEETS COMFORT If living in the heart of the action is your dream, OKC’s downtown offers plenty of housing options. Thanks in part to MAPS, downtown has transformed into a lively destination where more people want to live, and developers have delivered. The Cottage District, south of SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital, is one of downtown’s most distinctive areas. Though just a few blocks wide, it offers luxury apartments and cottages with striking architecture and stunning views of the city skyline, all from your living room. If apartments are more your style, downtown has added hundreds of new units over the past decade. You’ll find options in historic Deep Deuce, vibrant Bricktown, charming Midtown and the fast-growing west side of downtown. The First National Center, a renovated art deco landmark, reopened in 2022 with upscale apartments, restaurants, retail and modern amenities, all in one of OKC’s most iconic buildings. Many apartments are just steps from breweries or the OKC Streetcar line, making it possible to go days or even weeks without needing your car.
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