Oklahoma City Real Estate – Recession-Proof OKC Still Reasonably Priced
If there’s a time to purchase Oklahoma City real estate, it’s probably now, with the state’s capital and largest city getting a $125 million medical research tower just the latest development. Rated as the twelfth best place for businesses and careers nationwide by Forbes Magazine, seemingly recession-proof Oklahoma City real estate is enjoying another boom period. New construction is seen on the outskirts of the city, with historic residential neighborhoods in the city proper being continually restored to their former glory, replete with brownstones and upscale markets.
Residents say that downtown OKC is clean, family-friendly and safe, as is Bricktown, and the threat of daily tornadoes and mega earthquakes are greatly exaggerated (although generally the weather leaves a lot to be desired). You can even find suitable (not fancy!) one bedroom apartments in safe neighborhoods for a monthly rental of just over $400. Affordable housing with short commutes and cheap gas and food prices are pretty compelling reasons for people move to Oklahoma City and its outlying suburbs (where there are particularly good schools). Another reason is the friendliness of the people: if you want to get involved with community groups or church groups or through your kids schools, this is the place to do so.
Some of the places that draw a lot of attention in OKC for fabulous local restaurants (not chain eateries) and places to shop are the Asian District, Western Avenue, and the Paseo Arts District. Okalahoma City is (according to one long-time resident) a combination of watered-down deep south and a mix of country/cowboy mentality.