Why Live in West Blanchard
West Blanchard, a rural neighborhood, stretches past Main Street and includes the Middleberg community, extending towards Interstate 44. This area is characterized by a mix of farmland and modern subdivisions, offering a variety of home styles such as metal shop homes, mobile homes, container homes, traditional brick-and-mortar homes, and farm homes. Most homes were built after 2010, with options ranging from blank grass lots to properties with mature oak trees. The neighborhood is part of the Blanchard School District, with highly rated schools like Middleberg Public School, Blanchard Intermediate School, and Blanchard Middle School. West Blanchard is car-dependent, with access to Interstate 44 and the H.E. Bailey Turnpike, making Norman 22 miles away and Oklahoma City 38 miles away. Will Rogers World Airport is 29 miles from the neighborhood. Local amenities include The Shops at Blanchard Town Square, Burrito Grill, and Threadgood Clothing Co., while the Tri-City Area, 13 miles north, serves as a central shopping hub. Recreational features include Winter Creek Golf & Country Club, Lions Park, and Tiger Safari Zoological Park. Sports are significant in the community, with baseball and football being particularly popular. Earthquakes due to oil fields and fracking have led to buildings being constructed with close tension foundations to withstand ground shifts.
