The fast-paced city life of Norman and Oklahoma City gives way to farmland and scenic, spacious parklands in Little Axe, which sits roughly 30 miles outside the state capital. A decidedly rural locale along the banks of Lake Thunderbird, Little Axe’s biggest appeal for newcomers to the area is its quiet atmosphere and peaceful residential privacy.
Homes in Little Axe started to develop in the mid to late 20th century, with farmhouses, log cabins and ranch homes sitting among rolling acres of farmland and thickets of woodland. Space and seclusion are the big selling point here. It will be rare to find a property on fewer than 10 acres of land, giving the homeowners room to roam and to make the homes their own. Some have used the extra space for barns and livestock shelters, while others have chosen to build in-ground pools and basketball courts. Several of the homes are also situated behind gated entries, adding another touch of privacy. A 3-bedroom ranch home on 10 acres can sell for $415,000, while larger four-bedroom houses are available for $625,000 to $715,000. The highest price point in Little Axe can cross the $1 million mark for expansive ranches on more than 100 acres of land.
Locals in Little Axe have prime access to one of the state’s best assets, Lake Thunderbird State Park. It spans more than 1,800 acres and has ample waterfront activities. There are two marinas and nine boat ramps for locals looking to get out on the lake. The park’s south dam is situated in Little Axe, where people can fish or take off in a kayak. There are also multiple playgrounds for kids to burn off some energy. In the park’s Clear Bay area in Little Axe, horseback riders frequent the 4-mile trail featuring a dozen obstacles. If locals want to explore the park on foot or by bike, there are trails for that, too. Animal enthusiasts will want to explore the park’s Discovery Cove Nature Center. There are multiple exhibits with animals native to Oklahoma, some that residents might spot as they wander along the trails. The Little Axe Baseball and Softball Complex is another popular outdoor spot, hosting youth league games throughout the year, though the park offers more than what’s in its name. There’s also a disc golf course and a playground for kids.
Highway 9 is a lifeline for locals and is flanked by the Thunderbird Casino, where the scene is much livelier than the rest of Little Axe. Residents and visitors alike try their luck at the slots of blackjack tables. The casino also houses the Jockey Club Bar and Thunderbird Grill. Grocery staples can be found at the Harps food store off Highway 9. It’s one of the only retailers in the neighborhood. Locals will have to travel along Highway 9 to Norman or Tecumseh for additional shopping and dining options. Each is within 16.5 miles east or west of Little Axe. Residents can peruse the shelves for vintage home décor and homemade goods at The Farmer’s Daughter Market in Tecumseh, which doubles as a restaurant serving Southern cuisine. Locals looking for a nice brunch spot can head to Neighborhood JAM or syrup in Norman, also home to the University of Oklahoma.
Students may be zoned for Little Axe Public Schools, which operates on a four-day school week. So, students are in class for one extra hour a day. Elementary school students are on a schedule of 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., while middle and high school students attend classes from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. They’ll attend the elementary, middle and high schools bearing the neighborhood’s name. Little Axe Elementary and Middle schools have a C-plus rating from Niche, while Little Axe High School received a C rating.
With Highway 9 running through the heart of Little Axe, locals in need of medical services can drive roughly 13 miles west to Norman Regional Nine Hospital. The thoroughfare also connects them to downtown Norman, 16.5 miles away. Interstate 40 is about 11 miles north of the heart of Little Axe, which people take to get to Oklahoma City. The state capital is 30 miles away. The thoroughfare also leads to Will Rogers World Airport, roughly 35.5 miles northwest of Little Axe.
Benjamin Tubbs
Atrium Realty
(405) 246-9778
442 Total Sales
1 in Little Axe
$294,000 Price
Donna James
Coldwell Banker Heart of OK
(405) 467-2493
62 Total Sales
1 in Little Axe
$190,000 Price
Beth Atkinson
Metro Group Brokers LLC
(405) 766-7954
609 Total Sales
8 in Little Axe
$30K - $649K Price Range
Alejandra Maciel-Ramirez
Metro First Realty Group
(405) 594-8806
57 Total Sales
1 in Little Axe
$50,000 Price
Ambra Berchtold
Whittington Realty
(405) 977-3236
93 Total Sales
1 in Little Axe
$225,000 Price
Kristy Beissel
Whittington Realty
(539) 202-7939
244 Total Sales
1 in Little Axe
$360,000 Price
On average, homes in Little Axe, Norman sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Little Axe, Norman over the last 12 months is $229,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Northeast Norman enclave of acreage properties near Lake Thunderbird State Park
Serene nature and farmland surround mix of established homes and new builds
Rural haven with rustic homes and convenient accessibility to Interstate 40
Residential streets give way to farmland near the University of Oklahoma
