A drive along Glenbrook’s streets takes people past large, unique homes that feel like their own world within the gated communities that make up the neighborhood. However, one turn out of the area makes it clear that residents are anything but isolated. “The location is tops,” says Tami Murphy, broker associate with the Nichols Hills office of McGaw Realtors with over 10 years of experience. “You’re close to the Nichols Hills community without paying the high taxes there. You’re close to everything here – mainly shopping.” The sprawling Penn Square Mall is less than 1 mile away and is just across the street from a smaller shopping center. Retail is not the only nearby amenity, with Lake Hefner about 3 miles away. Downtown Oklahoma City is about 7 miles away.
Modernism merges with traditional American home styles on the streets of Glenbrook.
Wide avenues surrounded by world class retail give Glenbrook luxury character.
Penn Square Mall is one of the top shopping destinations in OKC, about a mile from Glenbrook
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Variety of homes can cost $1 million
Oak and cypress trees fill the large, grassy lawns of Glenbrook. Horseshoe-shaped and standard driveways branch off the wide streets. A variety of homes fill the community, ranging from stately French and neoclassical architecture to new traditional houses and ranch styles. These properties span decades, built any time between the 1960s and the 2010s. Prices for a single-family home can range from $600,000 to $850,000, although larger properties over 4,000 square feet can cost $900,000 to $1.1 million. “While there are million-dollar homes in Glenbrook, you can still find value in all the houses,” Murphy says. Waterford is a gated community of townhouses and condos in Glenbrook. “It’s the only gated community in Oklahoma City with a 24-hour security guard on call,” Murphy says. “There’s also a maintenance person on-site to take care of things. Glenbrook receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. The Federal Emergency Management Agency says that the neighborhood has a very high risk of tornadoes. Most standard homeowner’s insurance covers wind and storm damage.
Glenbrook strikes vibrant tones as the leaves change in the Fall.
Stately homes with 4 or 5 bedrooms line the streets of Glenbrook.
Colonial style homes sit among the diverse styles of Glenbrook.
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Oklahoma City schools and special programs
Oklahoma City Public Schools serve Glenbrook. Nichols Hills Elementary School receives a C-plus from Niche and offers pre-kindergarten through fourth grade; fifth through eighth grade are at the C-minus-rated John Marshall Middle School. John Marshall High School also earns a C-plus. It has several special programs, including concurrent enrollment with Oklahoma City Community College and the Finance Academy. The latter is a four-year track that blends curriculum and work-based opportunities like internships, mock interviews and job shadowing.
Nichols Hills Elementary is a popular choice for schooling in the area.
Children are offered a great education at John Marshall Middle School.
After graduating from middle school, students can attend John Marshall High School.
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Lake Hefner and surrounding parks
Lake Hefner is about 3 miles from Glenbrook. On the water, kayakers and canoers paddle away while anglers try to reel in their next catch. Boat races are also held from April to October, several sponsored by the members-only Oklahoma City Boat Club. The only activity not allowed in the water is swimming. The lake has a 17-mile shoreline that is dotted with parks. Cyclists and runners can often be seen along the trails surrounding the lake, especially the shaded paths at Bluff Creek Park. The Stars and Stripes Park has a sprawling, patriotic playground with three structures for kids to explore. A skate park and golf course are also in the area. If families are looking for somewhere that is a little more dry, they can head to Kite Park in Nichols Hills. There, they can swing, have a picnic or enjoy a summer concert by the Nichols Hills Band. At the Belle Isle Library, patrons can explore the extensive catalog or participate in the full calendar of events. These include study halls, write-ins and arts-and-crafts sessions.
Find miles of shorline for fishing at Lake Hefner, just 5 miles from Glenbrook.
Jog or cycle the miles of paved trail around Lake Hefner near Glenbrook.
Bell Isle Library is recently renovated and a great getaway in Glenbrook.
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Penn Square Mall and nearby shops
Glenbrook is surrounded by retail and dining options, so residents only sometimes need to make the 7-mile trek into Downtown Oklahoma City. Murphy mentions Bellini’s Ristorante & Grill, which resides in the northwestern part of the neighborhood, although her recommendation comes from more than the establishment’s Italian cuisine. “It’s a great place to go during a tornado because it’s underground,” Murphy says. “The best way to access it is through the underground parking garage.” At the nearby Tucker’s Onion Burgers, patrons can enjoy a fried onion burger – a state-wide staple with grilled onions and American cheese - in a retro setting. Penn Square Mall is just south of Glenbrook and features more than 140 stores, including Macy’s, Apple and Eddie Bauer. Belle Isle Station is a shopping center surrounding the mall, including Walmart and Nordstrom Rack. Residents can do most of their grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods.
Order The Mother Tucker at Tucker's in Glenbrook, over a pound of beef and onion.
Grab some food and craft cocktails at Bellini's near Glenbrook.
Shoppers stock up on style at Macy's near Glenbrook.
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OKC Memorial Marathon goes past Glenbrook
Residents of Glenbrook can attend a full calendar of events throughout the year. One of the most meaningful is the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon, which honors the lives of those impacted by the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. The marathon unifies athletes from OKC and beyond, and is celebrating 25 years in 2025. It is now a three-day event with races at different distances, including 5ks and quarter, half and full marathons, and age groups. The course goes past Glenbrook, along Grand Boulevard.
Nearby access to Interstate 44
Like much of Oklahoma City, Glenbrook is a car-dependent community. Access to Interstate 44 is less than 1 mile away, and the street intersects with the Northwest Expressway near the Penn Square Mall. Some public transportation is nearby; Embark offers several bus stops along Pennsylvania Avenue. Will Rogers World Airport is about 13 miles away. INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center is about a 3-mile drive.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
745
Median Age
62
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
11.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
46%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,059
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$126,383
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
77.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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