Automobile Alley
Fun shops and fresh dining in converted car dealerships
Local restaurants and specialty retailers make up most of the local business scene in Automobile Alley, with many having neon signage as a nod to the area’s car-centric past. Parlor OKC hosts playful dining concepts like Pachinko’s Asian fusion meals, Just Put an Egg on It’s breakfast dishes and Bad Nonna’s scratch-made pasta in a casual food hall setting. Red PrimeSteak serves contemporary New American steakhouse entrees in the city’s former Buick building from 1911. Hatch Early Mood Food offers all-day brunch in a modern industrial space. Stops like Plenty Mercantile, Common Dear and Shop Good offer prime locations for gift shopping. For everyday goods, Walmart Neighborhood Market and Family Dollar stores are available less than 4 miles away from the neighborhood to the northwest.Businesses turn on the high beams for the holidays
Year-round stops for nights out include Factory Obscura’s Mix Tape for immersive art installations themed after multiple music genres. Residents can also visit the Sidecar Barley & Wine Bar, which offers elevated pub fare, cocktails and an extensive beer menu, and Skydance Brewing, Oklahoma’s first Native-owned brewery. Every December, Automobile Alley becomes a bright spot in OKC – literally. During the annual Lights on Broadway festivities, the area’s existing neon signage is accompanied by additional lighting to give the façades nearby a distinctive glow, perfect for the holiday season. Locals can take photos with Santa, enjoy live music performances and stop into the businesses around A-Alley for special promotions.Rare condos in the heart of the city
Automobile Alley’s past and present focus on retail and other businesses has left residential options in the area limited, but eagle-eyed residents can still find a small mix of condominiums and homes nearby, along with some apartment units. One-bedroom condo units in the area start near the $270,000 mark, while rare large homes nearby can go for more than $1.2 million. Most locals in the area rent their homes, with only 9% of the local population owning a home or condo in A-Alley.Bold outdoor art on dog walks
Distinctive outdoor art brings the Campbell Art Park to life in A-Alley. Sitting just outside the Oklahoma Contemporary, residents can find a mix of murals and sculptures within the green space surrounding the museum. Close to the south end of the area, the Edward L. Gaylord Downtown YMCA offers a gym, exercise equipment and an indoor pool. Locals are also 1 mile away from Myriad Botanical Gardens, which offers fountains, a children's garden, a carousel, the Crystal Bridge Conservatory and more on 15 acres of green space. More OKC leisure areas, such as Robert S. Kerr Park, are available to the south of the neighborhood.Speedy travels to all things Oklahoma City
Car culture may be a key element of A-Alley’s identity, but residents living nearby won’t have to worry about driving everywhere to get around. The neighborhood offers reliable methods for alternative transportation across the OKC area, including a light rail stop at Broadway and 8th Street, bus stops along Broadway Avenue and 4th Street, and a dedicated bike lane on Oklahoma Avenue. Residents driving across the city can travel with the Interstate 235 highway to the neighborhood’s immediate east. For medical concerns and emergencies, the University of Oklahoma Medical Center is 1 mile east of the neighborhood. Domestic and international flights depart from Will Rogers World Airport, 12 miles southwest of Automobile Alley.Driven charter education in a distinctive learning environment
Students in Automobile Alley can attend schools such as John W. Rex Charter Elementary School, which offers a unique curriculum integrating the surroundings of downtown Oklahoma City into the learning environment. The school holds a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and holds an A grade on Niche. Older students go to Moon Middle School and Douglass High School, which both hold C-minus ranks on Niche.Important information to know
The Automobile Alley area’s connection to train lines and Interstate 235 may result in a higher degree of rail and traffic noise compared to some other areas in the northern part of the city. Potential residents should be aware that the area’s CAP score for larceny is notably higher than the national average.
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Tre Lyerly
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Richard Waltemath
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brandon Hart
Brandon Hart
Flotilla
(405) 546-2537
435 Total Sales
2 in Automobile Alley
$300K - $460K Price Range
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Tyler Sellers
Tyler Sellers
Responds QuicklyFlotilla
(405) 500-7113
78 Total Sales
1 in Automobile Alley
$300,000 Price
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Tara Levinson
Tara Levinson
Responds QuicklyLRE Realty LLC
(405) 855-2550
3,005 Total Sales
1 in Automobile Alley
$345,000 Price
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Sarah Bytyqi
Sarah Bytyqi
Responds QuicklyVerbode
(405) 342-4829
170 Total Sales
1 in Automobile Alley
$675,000 Price
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Chris George
Chris George
Chinowth & Cohen
(405) 357-9244
254 Total Sales
2 in Automobile Alley
$330K - $395K Price Range
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Charlie Merida
Charlie Merida
Copper Creek Real Estate
(405) 357-9473
71 Total Sales
2 in Automobile Alley
$262K - $275K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Elliptical Courtyard at the Federal Building
Midtown Mutts Dog Park
Deep Deuce Dog Park
R.S. Kerr Park
Bicentennial Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Automobile Alley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Automobile Alley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Automobile Alley, Oklahoma City sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Automobile Alley, Oklahoma City over the last 12 months is $240,875.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$239,875
Median Sale Price
$240,875
Median Single Family Sale Price
$240,875
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$163
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
52
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
2008
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,746
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,911
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,143
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,100 - $5,140 per month
- Metropolitan
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 545+ Sq Ft
- 800 N Oklahoma Ave
- Oklahoma City, OK
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
739
Median Age
28
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
3.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,796
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,132
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
66.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
83.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
80
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
67
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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