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Northwest Norman

Northwest Norman

Suburban Neighborhood in Norman, Oklahoma

Cleveland County 73069, 73072

$398,459 Average Value
$175 Average Price per Sq Ft
55 Homes For Sale

Big-city amenities, small-town atmosphere

At first glance, Northwest Norman is a typical suburban locale: well-cared-for homes, pristine lawns and highly rated public grade schools. With Interstate 35 bustling by less than 3 miles east and downtown Oklahoma City less than 20 miles north, there are plenty of shopping and dining options nearby, too. But Northwest Norman is also a community of friendly neighbors who care deeply about each other and the special place they call home. "I just love this town; it's hard for me not to gush about it," says Jan Nelson, Realtor with Vawter Real Estate, a longtime Norman resident. "The people are just awesome here. They're friendly and hardworking, and their loyalty runs deep. The community is like family, and it's the people that make the area what it is." Realtor Sarah Neal, with Metro Brokers of OK Connect agrees. “Norman is a larger town that operates with a small-town vibe,” says the Norman native.

Wide range of styles and prices

Housing styles here tend to lean toward European or Dallas-inspired variations on Traditional architecture. Most were built between the 1970s and 1990s, but construction in this part of town is ongoing. Prices run from about $245,000 to $500,000 for older, three- to four-bedroom Traditional homes, but Spanish-inspired estates with acreage properties and sleek new builds with eight or more bedrooms can go for as high as $2.7 million. The median hovers close to the $360,000 mark, well above the median for both Norman and the OKC metro. "People like to live here, because home values stay the same or are better every time they sell," Nelson says.

Neighborhood parks and OU sporting events

Ruby Grant Park, the first public park built on Norman’s west side, is within 4 miles of most homes. It’s near I-35 in the neighborhood’s northeast corner and offers amenities from an accessible playground and dog park to a cross-country track and an 18-hole disc golf course. There are also practice ball fields and an exercise course spread over the 144-acre park. Individual subdivisions often have their own community parks and playgrounds, too. Brookhaven Park, in the Brookhaven addition on Northwest Norman’s south side, has the usual amenities, including a playground, sunny soccer field and a basketball court. It also hosts the annual Brookhaven Fall Festival, which brings neighbors together for food trucks, bounce houses, hayrides and pumpkin decorating each October. Fall is also prime time for OU football fans, who converge on the Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium for home games to cheer on the Sooners. “We are a university town, and football is huge. Kids’ birthday parties are not on game days, and you plan your shopping around game day traffic,” says Neal. “You have to be a Sooners fan: It’s one of the things that keeps the community united and gives Norman its small-town vibe.” Sallie Vawter, a Norman native and Realtor with Vawter Real Estate, notes that football isn't the only game in town. “The softball and women’s basketball teams are top-rated, and so is the gymnastics team. There are great sporting events all year round,” she says.

Highly rated Norman schools

Grade schoolers are served by the Norman Public Schools district. Between preschool and fifth grade, most elementary-aged kids go to Roosevelt, which earns an A grade from Niche. Some go to either Cleveland Elementary or Adams Elementary instead, depending on their address, so parents are advised to double-check zoning maps. Cleveland Elementary gets an A-minus from Niche; Adams gets a B. All three elementary schools feed into Whittier Middle, which receives an A-minus, and Norman North High, which gets an A. Norman North boasts the No. 2 spot on Niche’s list of the best public high schools in Cleveland County. Norman students are encouraged to explore six different career fields, starting as early as first grade. As their interests develop, they can delve deeper into coursework in fields ranging from health sciences and arts, communications and information to industrial, manufacturing and engineering.

The University of Oklahoma is less than 8 miles southeast of most homes and offers 170 academic programs. Notable OU alums include actors Ed Harris, of “National Treasure” fame, and Olivia Munn, of “Oceans 8.”

Easy commuting, whether to OKC or Fort Worth

Interstate 35 runs north-south along the east side of the community. “It makes for very easy commuting up to Oklahoma City,” says Neal. Downtown OKC is about 20 miles north of Northwest Norman, a trip that Neal says takes only 20 minutes with no traffic and about 45 with traffic. Norman’s own historic downtown is only about 5 miles southeast. Embark Norman buses pick up at stops scattered in the shopping districts along I-35, on lines connecting throughout Norman and even north to Moore and OKC. In downtown Norman, the Amtrak train station on South Jones Avenue provides service north to OKC and south to Fort Worth, Texas. Will Rogers World Airport is about 21 miles northwest.

Overlooking Norman’s largest shopping district

The city’s largest retail district, Legacy Park, is just across I-35, within about 5 miles of most homes. Fanned around the lake-sized lighted water feature at its center, there’s a 3,000-seat amphitheater for live music and other community events. Between Legacy Park and the surrounding shopping corridors branched out on either side of I-35, residents are a short drive from big box stores galore, from Academy Sports and Petco to Best Buy and Super Target. For groceries, there’s a Crest Fresh Market and a Walmart Supercenter nearby, too. There are plenty of national and regional chain restaurants along I-35, but for food with more local flair, most people head downtown. “Norman is real big on their locally owned restaurants,” says Vawter. She says one of her personal favorites is Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails, which is popular for its refined menu of elevated Southern fare. “Local restaurants and shops are things we really value and support as a community,” says Neal, in agreement. “I can’t even think of a favorite, there are too many great options.”
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

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Airport

Will Rogers World

31 min drive

Bus

36th Ave & Crail Dr

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Cascade Blvd & Healthplex Pkwy

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36th Ave & Bart Conner Dr

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24th Ave & Conference Dr

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24th Ave & W Tecumseh Rd

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24th Ave & N Lahoma Ave

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Norman Regional Healthplex & Healthplex Dr

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Northwest Norman US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Northwest Norman Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$415,000
Median Sale Price
$365,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$412,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
147
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$175

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,954
Number of Homes for Sale
55
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
4.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,405
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,630
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,587
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    2 - 4pm

    4317 Whitmere Ln, Norman, OK 73072

    $420,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,350 Sq Ft
    • 4317 Whitmere Ln
    • New 5 days ago

    Coming Soon in Carrington Lakes-No Showings or Offers until 6/13 at noon. Open Houses will be held 6/14 and 6/15! You do not want to miss an opportunity like this. Stunningly updated and meticulously cared for, this home may be the best kept secret in the neighborhood. Flexible layout includes an office as well as a bonus room that could easily serve as a 4th bedroom. Updated kitchen is

    Steven Ligon Keller-Williams Platinum

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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    2 - 4pm

    3713 Barwick Ct, Norman, OK 73072

    $550,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,027 Sq Ft
    • 3713 Barwick Ct
    • New 7 days ago

    Welcome to 3713 Barwick Ct, nestled in the heart of Brookhaven—one of Norman’s most beloved neighborhoods known for its tree-lined streets, sidewalks, community parks, and proximity to top-rated schools, shopping, and dining.This expansive 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home offers over 3,350 sq ft of comfortable living space and is ready for you to make it your own. With fresh carpet in areas and

    Shavonne Buckner-Evans Keller Williams Realty Mulinix

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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    2 - 4pm

    3909 Oxford Way, Norman, OK 73072

    $388,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,195 Sq Ft
    • 3909 Oxford Way
    • New 15 days ago

    Discover comfort, charm, and convenience in this beautifully updated 3-bed, 3-bath ranch-style home, perfectly situated on an oversized lot in the prestigious Brookhaven neighborhood. Surrounded by mature trees and park-like landscaping, this home offers a peaceful retreat in one of the area’s most established and desirable communities.Step inside to a spacious living room with rich wood

    Nancy Joy Brix Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
13,885
Median Age
41
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$89,335
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,104

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
55.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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