Although humorist Will Rogers was born on a ranch outside Oologah, Oklahoma, he referred to the nearby town of Claremore as his birthplace because, as he put it, “nobody but an Indian can pronounce Oologah.” Claremore’s 20,000 residents are happy to claim “Oklahoma’s Favorite Son” as one of their own. Located within the Cherokee Nation, the Tulsa suburb also retains a significant Native American presence. “The best thing about [Claremore] is the people,” says Ashley May, director of communications for the Claremore Chamber of Commerce. “Claremore has the strongest sense of community spirit I have ever experienced. Everyone gets involved in making it a better place to live.” Several museums and a burgeoning downtown offer plenty to keep residents busy, even as Claremore represents a quiet alternative to Tulsa. “If you want a place to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city, Claremore is the place,” says Dustin Moseley, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty Preferred.
The statue of Will Rogers looks out over the city of Claremore from the hill at the West end
Claremore is a Route 66 town East of Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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Home of the J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum
A high concentration of museums earns Claremore the nickname “Museum City.” The Claremore Museum of History showcases artifacts highlighting the town’s important figures. The best-known of them all gets the spotlight at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, where the humorist comes to life through a series of video and audio exhibits. J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum lays claim to the world’s largest private gun collection. During September’s Rogers County Fair, show animals, food trucks and carnival rides take over the Claremore Expo Center.
The JM Davis Museum is the largest privately-held firearms collection in the world.
At Will Rogers Memorial Museum you can learn about one of Claremore's favorite local heroes.
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Antiques and thrift stores in the Lilac District
In 2021, the city dubbed the downtown area the Lilac District in honor of Claremore native Lynn Riggs, a playwright whose play “Green Grow the Lilacs” was the basis for the musical “Oklahoma!” Antique and thrift stores and locally owned restaurants crowd the brick buildings, many painted with vibrant murals. Seasonal events, like the Dickens on the Boulevard Christmas celebration, regularly enliven the four-block area.
Main Street Tavern is a Claremore favorite for pub fare or going out for a drink.
Grab a table in the back room with friends at She Brews coffee.
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New custom builds to accommodate the growing population
The median home price in Claremore is $250,000, well below the U.S. median of $407,000. Starter homes and bungalows that need TLC might cost $75,000 to $125,000, while contemporary builds and well-maintained older homes are priced from $250,000 to $400,000. Large custom builds on the outskirts of town can include several acres and typically cost $600,000 to $700,000, but some might be priced at $1 million and up. As the population increases, new construction is happening outside the town center, especially in the northern area.
Claremore has a wide diversity of home styles and sizes including modern three-bedroom homes
Contemporary homes built in the 60s and 70s can be found in the heart of Claremore.
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Student life at Rogers State University and beyond
The Claremore Public Schools district serves about 4,000 students and earns an A-minus from Niche. Rogers State University’s main campus is centered in Claremore, boosting the town’s population by more than 2,500 during the school year. Popular majors at the four-year college include business administration and management, nursing science and biology. The university is one of the town’s top employers, offering a range of academic and professional positions. Those seeking jobs in healthcare can apply at Hillcrest Hospital Claremore or Claremore Indian Hospital, which serves the local Native population at no charge. Additionally, manufacturing giant Enel plans to open a solar panel plant in the Claremore region that will employ nearly 3000 workers upon completion, projected for 2025.
Rogers State University is a regional four-year university serving northeastern Oklahoma and the Tulsa metropolitan area.
Will Rogers Junior High is part of the Claremore Public School System.
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Casting off at Claremore Lake
Claremore Lake is a recreational beacon with boating, fishing and hiking opportunities. With more than 15 miles of single-track trails traversing the shaded banks of the lake, mountain biking is a popular pastime.
Claremore Lake is a popular destination for anglers with boat and dock access.
The Fitness Court at Lake Claremore will help you achieve your fit goals.
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A slice of historic Route 66
By hopping on the famed Route 66, motorists can start the 30-mile drive to downtown Tulsa or the 25-mile journey to Tulsa International Airport. Pelivan Transit shuttles passengers around Rogers County and several Tulsa suburbs, but trips need to be scheduled in advance.
Area crime and environmental concerns
According to FBI data, rates of violent crime typically hew to state and national figures. However, local rates have spiked and dipped at various periods throughout the past five years.
Since Claremore is in Tornado Alley, storm watches and warnings are frequent, especially in spring. City officials attempt to alleviate stormwater safety concerns by implementing best management practices, primarily regarding waste disposal.
Brandi Fugate has worked in the real estate and mortgage industry since 1995. A Muldrow Oklahoma native, Brandi began her career in Chicago where she specialized in helping buyers finance their dream homes by offering flexible mortgage products and aggressive underwriting guidelines.
In 2000 Brandi moved back to her home state of Oklahoma to continue her mortgage and real estate career closer to home. As a Realtor specializing in residential sales, Brandi has won numerous awards including Tulsa People Magazine's Top 100 Realtors (2018-2024) and Real Producer's Top 500 Agents (2019-2024).
Today Brandi is the Owner, Managing Broker, and Lead Agent of Private Label Real Estate, a brokerage in Tulsa OK. Brandi closes approximately 100 transactions per year of her own, plus oversees another 100 transactions per year under the brokerage.
In her free time Brandi enjoys spending time with her family, playing pickleball, weekly movie nights with her friends, and spoiling her 90 pound pit bull, Bentley.
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