Tulsa, Oklahoma

A City with Culture, Character, and Room to Grow

From Art Deco skylines to one of the best riverfront parks in the country, Tulsa delivers the perfect balance of big-city energy and small-city comfort.

Whether you’re moving for work, lifestyle, schools, or affordability, Tulsa gives you space to write your next chapter — without the overwhelm of major-metro living.

Community Snapshot

Population

415,526 (2025 estimate)

Home Prices

Median Home Price: $235,000

Average Home Price: $311,097

Price/SQFT

Median Price/Sq Ft: $147

Commute

Among the fastest in the U.S.

Vibe

Creative, friendly, culturally rich, entrepreneurial

Known For

Art Deco architecture, The Gathering Place, vibrant local neighborhoods

What It’s Like to Live in Tulsa

Tulsa is Oklahoma’s second-largest city — but it feels surprisingly easygoing.

The city blends historic charm with modern growth: think lively districts like Brookside and Cherry Street, an evolving downtown, and peaceful pockets of Midtown lined with mature trees and bungalow-style homes.

The pace is comfortable. The culture is rich. And the cost of living? Incredibly manageable compared to national averages.

If you’re craving a city that has personality without the chaos, Tulsa checks every box.

Real Estate Snapshot

Tulsa’s housing market offers something for everyone — from character-rich historic homes to sleek South Tulsa new construction.

  • Average Home Price: $311,097

  • Median Sale Price: $235,000

  • Styles You’ll See:

  • Art Deco homes

  • Craftsman bungalows

  • Midtown historic charmers

  • Colonial + traditional suburban homes

  • Modern new builds in South Tulsa

High-demand neighborhoods include Brookside, Maple Ridge, Florence Park, Cherry Street, and growing communities on the city’s south side.

Commute & Getting Around

Tulsa is known for having shockingly short commute times. Most areas connect easily via:

Main Highways:

Broken Arrow Expressway (US-64/OK-51)

I-44

I-244

Quick drives:

10 minutes to Downtown from Midtown

15 minutes to South Tulsa

20 minutes to the Airport

The city’s grid layout makes getting around intuitive — and time-saving.

Community Vibe & Lifestyle

Tulsa has a personality of its own: warm, artistic, outdoorsy, and community-driven.

A few highlights:

  • The Gathering Place: 100 acres of award-winning riverfront fun

  • Philbrook Museum of Art: an Italian-style villa with world-class exhibits

  • Cain’s Ballroom: a legendary music venue

  • BOK Center: concerts, events, and major shows

  • Blue Dome & Arts District: nightlife, dining, and live entertainment

  • River Parks Trails: miles of waterfront biking and running

Schools Overview

Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) is the city’s largest and most diverse district, offering neighborhood schools plus specialty programs like dual language immersion, STEM pathways, International Baccalaureate, and award-winning magnet campuses such as Booker T. Washington High School.

Alongside TPS, Tulsa families have access to some of the strongest private schools in the state, including:

  • Holland Hall — Independent PreK–12 with rigorous academics and a beautiful South Tulsa campus

  • Cascia Hall — Catholic college-prep school for grades 6–12

  • Bishop Kelley — Well-known Catholic high school with strong athletics and AP offerings

  • Metro Christian Academy — Faith-based PreK–12 with an emphasis on leadership and community

  • Riverfield Country Day School — Progressive PreK–12 known for small class sizes and hands-on learning

  • Marquette Catholic School — A sought-after K–8 option near Brookside

  • Victory Christian School — A large PreK–12 program with strong athletics and spiritual curriculum

From public to private, traditional to specialty programs, Tulsa offers families a wide variety of school choices — all within a short drive.

local favorites & things to do

Tulsa Mayfest

Oktoberfest

The Gathering Place

Gilcrease Museum (reopening soon after renovation)

Cherry Street Farmers Market

Tulsa Drillers baseball at ONEOK Field

Live music at Cain’s Ballroom

Whether you want outdoor adventures or foodie weekends, Tulsa makes it easy.

Economic & Job Landscape

Tulsa is a regional economic powerhouse with strong, stable industries:

  • Energy (ONEOK, Williams Companies)

  • Aerospace (American Airlines maintenance base, NORDAM)

  • Finance (Bank of Oklahoma headquarters)

  • Growing tech/cybersecurity sector

  • Healthcare (Saint Francis, Hillcrest)

There’s also a major push for remote-worker relocation through the Tulsa Remote program.

Tulsa is a vibrant, welcoming city with a rich cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a strong, growing economy — all with a median home price around $235,000 and some of the fastest commute times in the U.S.

Whether you're drawn to historic Midtown charm or suburban South Tulsa convenience, the city offers a lifestyle that feels grounded, inspiring, and full of possibility without the major-metro price tag.

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