Why Live in Sungate
Sungate in Lawton offers a blend of residential tranquility and convenient access to local amenities. The neighborhood features ranch-style homes built from the early 1970s to the early 2000s, with floor plans ranging from 1,000 to 1,700 square feet, brick exteriors, and garage spaces. Many homes have been updated over time, including converted garages to maximize living space. Sungate is predominantly residential, but its proximity to Gore Boulevard provides easy access to public transportation, Interstate 44, and downtown Lawton, which is 4 miles away. Oklahoma City is approximately 90 miles north via I-44.
Residents can enjoy outdoor activities at nearby East Side Park, which offers four baseball fields and a playground, or at the smaller MacArthur Park in the adjacent neighborhood. Gore Boulevard is lined with various dining options, including Los Tres Amigos and Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy Store, as well as entertainment venues like Apache Casino Hotel and Comanche Nation Casino. Grocery shopping is convenient with Homeland located just outside the neighborhood on Lee Boulevard.
Sungate is part of the Lawton Public Schools system, which has a high overall rating. MacArthur Middle School, in particular, is highly rated and offers a variety of extracurricular activities. The neighborhood also benefits from local events such as the Lawton Rangers Rodeo and the Freedom Festival, providing residents with ample opportunities for community engagement. Crime rates in Sungate are lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal as a residential area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sungate a good place to live?
Sungate is a good place to live. Sungate is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Sungate has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $68,923 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Sungate are home owners, with 34.7% of residents renting and 65.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sungate can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sungate neighborhood guide.
Is Sungate, OK a safe neighborhood?
Sungate, OK is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sungate?
The median home price in Sungate is $325,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Sungate. The average household income in Sungate is $69K.
What are the best public schools in Sungate?
The best public schools that serve Sungate are:
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Are home prices dropping in Sungate?
Yes, home prices in Sungate are down 20% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Sungate, OK
On average, homes in Sungate, Lawton sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sungate, Lawton over the last 12 months is $404,500, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$404,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$193
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%