Quiet residential living next to the growing commercial areas of west Lawton
While the Great Plains may be synonymous with Oklahoma, the Great Plains neighborhood on Lawton’s west end is synonymous with quiet streets, brick ranch homes and easy access to growing commercial areas. “Having a Target over there is nice,” says James Lengele, a local Realtor with Coldwell Banker Salute. “You’re near the big movie theater, Walmart and more stuff that’s opening up.” Fort Sill and other major employers are within 5 miles of the neighborhood, and many residents here are military. Lawton public schools and area parks are under a mile away, and popular restaurants like Backporch Drafthouse West can be found along Cache Road.
There is a wide array of architectural styles found in Great Plains.
Great Plains residents can shop at the Lawton Marketplace, which has name-brand retailers.
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Close to the Lawton Marketplace
Great Plains is conveniently near the newer commercial areas of West Lawton. Walmart Supercenter is less than a mile away, while retailers like Target and T.J. Maxx are at the Lawton Marketplace, 1.5 miles away. Wayne’s Drive Inn is one of the numerous restaurants found along Cache Road, just south of the neighborhood. The iconic Lawton staple has served tasty cheeseburgers and onion rings since opening its door in 1960. Down the street, BackPorch DraftHouse West is a local watering hole that’s most popular on game days. Red Dirt Reloaded Bar & Grill is another popular spot to gather and share a few drinks. Movie buffs are close to the only major theater in the city, as AMC Classic Patriot 13 is less than a mile away.
Locals near Great Plains can enjoy American cuisine at BackPorch DraftHouse West.
Residents of Great Plains can grab groceries and home goods at the nearby Target.
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Brick ranch homes with multi-car garages
The neighborhood’s housing is predominantly brick ranch-style homes from the 1970s. Most properties have multi-car garages and storage sheds or workshops in the backyard. A few builds have been renovated and expanded to include a second floor. Prices for a three-bedroom, two-bath home range between $120,000 and $175,000, slightly above the Lawton average. “It’s a good location, so you get the higher prices,” says Heesun Stanfield, a local Realtor with REMAX Professionals with over 20 years experience selling in Lawton. There is a limited amount of inventory, and when listings go on the market, they generally sell after 39 days, lower than the national average of 44 days.
Many Great Plains properties include multi-car garages and storage sheds or workshops.
Great Plains neighborhood on Lawton’s west end is known for quiet streets and brick homes.
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Residents walk to Great Plains Park
Great Plains Park is in the middle of the neighborhood and features a children’s playground. The open green space is an ideal place for kids to toss the frisbee or football, and parents don’t have to worry about car traffic as it is bordered on all sides by houses and backyards. For indoor fun, Urban Air Trampoline Park is around a mile away. The Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge is a popular outdoor destination 13 miles to the north. Miles of hiking trails wind through rolling prairies and ancient granite peaks, and wildlife sightings of bison or elk are not uncommon. The refuge also offers numerous rock climbing and fishing opportunities.
Great Plains Park is located in the heart of the Great Plains neighborhood.
Bison watching in the Wichita Mountains is a great activity for Great Plains residents.
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Crosby Park Elementary receives high marks
Students can walk to Crosby Park Elementary, located a mile from the neighborhood. The elementary school, named a Great Expectations Model School for nine straight years, scores a B on Niche. Eisenhower Middle School is the oldest middle school in Lawton and offers numerous extracurriculars, including the Chess Club and the Military Child Club. Eisenhower High School offers multiple varsity-level sports and student clubs like the National Honor Society and Yearbook. Both schools earn a B-minus rating. Lawton Academy of Arts & Sciences is an A-plus-rated K-12 private education option next to the neighborhood. Renowned for its fine arts programs, about 90% of its graduates attend four-year colleges.
Crosby Park Elementary School is a quality school located in Lawton area.
Eisenhower High School provides education in the neighborhood of Lawton.
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Well-connected to Fort Sill
Fort Sill and Comanche County Memorial Hospital, two of Lawton’s larger employers, are both under 5 miles away. Quannah Park Trailway runs parallel to the neighborhood and connects to downtown Lawton, 6.5 miles away. Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport is 8 miles away and offers multiple daily flights to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Interstate 44 connects to Oklahoma City, 90 miles away. The Lawton Area Transit System services numerous bus stops along Cache Road.
Lawton Area Transit System serves bus stops along Cache Road for Great Plains residents.
Great Plains residents can enjoy city life with Interstate 44 connecting them to Oklahoma City.
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Celebrate the military at Freedom Festival
The city celebrates its military community yearly with the Lawton Fort Sill Freedom Festival. The annual event takes place 5 miles away at Elmer Thomas Park and offers a weekend full of classic American fun, like hotdog eating contests and soapbox races. The celebration is capped off with a performance from the 77th Army band and a fireworks display. Other popular Lawton events include the International Festival and the Lawton Farmers Market.
The Lawton Farmers Market lets residents of Great Plains buy fresh, locally grown produce.
Great Plains residents can experience a variety of cultures at the International Festival.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
558
Median Age
37
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,291
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.6%
Advanced Degrees
14.5%
% Population in Labor Force
72.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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