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Parmelee

Parmelee

$191,125 Average Value
$255 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Affordable homes and nearby amenities in OKC

In south Oklahoma City, Parmelee is surrounded by some of the most well-loved amenities outside of downtown. Jenna Laird, a Realtor with Verity Real Estate with 20 years of experience in OKC, says that location is what brings a lot of people in. “It’s a very convenient and very fun location,” she says. “You’re close to interstates 240 and 35, and there are all kinds of fun things you can do in the area.” One such activity is catching a movie at the Winchester Drive-In, which has been showing films since 1968. Another draw is the housing, with established homes and a market that trends lower than the rest of the city. “Parmelee is the flip side of some of the neighborhoods farther north, where everything has already been remodeled and updated, and you’re paying $400,000 for the house,” Laird says. “Here, you can pay $200,000 and put $20,000 or $25,0000 into the kitchen and make it your own. Instead of taking someone else’s idea and living with it, you get to take your own ideas and turn them into a reality.” Downtown Oklahoma City is about 8 miles away.

There are many affordable homes in Parmelee.
There are many affordable homes in Parmelee.
Parmelee is full of ranch and Dallas style homes.
Parmelee is full of ranch and Dallas style homes.
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Brick homes typically cost $250,000 or less

A stroll along the sidewalks of Parmelee takes residents past lines of mid-to late-20th-century homes, with some newer properties built after 2000. Oak and cedar trees dot the grassy lawns, with leaves that change to vibrant shades of orange and red in the fall. Wide driveways, multi-car garages and wooden fences around backyards are common features. Ranch styles and single-story houses with traditional influences fill most of the neighborhood, many boasting brick exteriors or accents. “Parmelee is not one of those all-siding neighborhoods,” Laird says. Prices for a three- to four-bedroom range from $150,000 to $250,000. “$200,000 for these three-bedroom, 1,500-square-foot-houses with all these possibilities in and around them is really not a bad price,” Laird says. “When people come in from outside this area, and they see the affordability we have here that we take for granted, it’s shocking to them – in a good way.” Oklahoma City is in Tornado Alley. Most standard homeowner’s insurance will cover wind and storm damage.

The mature trees and beautiful lawns stand out in Parmelee.
The mature trees and beautiful lawns stand out in Parmelee.
The homes in Parmelee has all of the hallmarks of an Oklahoma City suburban neighborhood.
The homes in Parmelee has all of the hallmarks of an Oklahoma City suburban neighborhood.
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Parmelee is in OKC school district

Parmelee students attend Oklahoma City Public Schools. Hayes Elementary School receives a C from Niche and offers pre-kindergarten through fourth grade. Webster Middle School scores a C-minus and has fifth through eighth grade. Capitol Hill High School also earns a C. It is one of the oldest schools in the city, standing in a Gothic Collegiate building from 1928. There are nearly 30 clubs, ranging from drama to Future Farmers of America to the Technology Student Association.

Hayes Elementary is attended by many students in Oklahoma City.
Hayes Elementary is attended by many students in Oklahoma City.
Webster Middle School welcomes children from all over OKC.
Webster Middle School welcomes children from all over OKC.
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Expansive parks and OKC’s only drive-in theater

Southern Oaks Park has a playground, a basketball court, a baseball field and a soccer field less than 1 mile away. “It’s a big ol’ park,” Laird says. A walking trail leads to the South Oaks Recreation Center and the local branch of the library. The recreation center offers more than rental rooms and a small gym, with various classes, including guitar lessons and medieval-inspired fencing. Kids can take some of these classes during the after-school program or during one of the summer camps. The entrance of the Southern Oaks Library is decorated with sculptures designed by OKC artist Joe Slack, which he named “Cover to Cover.” There are study rooms and a full calendar of programming that includes Storytime and crafting lessons. The iconic neon cowboy sign calls folks from all over to Winchester Drive-In, the only drive-in movie theater in the city. “I drive 25 minutes to get to that drive-in with my kids at least once a month – it’s a family tradition,” Laird says. Residents of Parmelee do not have to travel far, with the theater less than 1 mile away. “It’s a great way for families to spend a weekend night,” Laird says. “It entertains kids of all ages”. Movie-goers can enjoy a film every weekend, watching the big screen and tuning into 100.9 FM to hear it.

Southern Oaks Park is a popular place for families to spend a Saturday.
Southern Oaks Park is a popular place for families to spend a Saturday.
Parmelee residents can feed the ducks at Southern Oaks Park.
Parmelee residents can feed the ducks at Southern Oaks Park.
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Chains, local restaurants and downtown pubs

Most of the eateries by Parmelee are regional or national chains like Del Rancho. Even so, there are plenty of locally owned restaurants in the area. El Bucanero is a seafood restaurant at the northern end of the neighborhood. It is only a few blocks from Sherri’s Diner, a ‘50s-style establishment that serves comfort food. One of its most popular dishes is chicken fried steak, and there is a rotating selection of homemade pies. “Parmelee is a little more family-oriented, with the park and the drive-in,” Laird says. “But if you are looking for a night out with your friends, you can head north to those areas with more of a nightlife scene, and you’re downtown in 10 minutes.” Social Capital is downtown, with over 100 craft beers. to La Michoacana Supermarket is one of the closest grocery stores; Walmart and Home Depot are less than 1 mile away. The Oklahoma City Farmers Public Market sells fresh produce, dairy and meat, as well as honey and canned goods, on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

City events throughout the year

There are plenty of events for Parmelee residents to attend. The Oklahoma State Fair is held every September and is filled with live music, carnival rides, games and horse shows. Many people consider the food the fair’s highlight, with options ranging from funnel cake to samosa. The city celebrates the holidays with Downtown in December, with festivities lasting from early November through January. The event kicks off with a tree-lighting ceremony. Lights decorate the streets of downtown; locals can go ice-skating at the Devon Ice Rink and look for gifts at the Holiday Pop-Up Shops.

Car-dependent community along Interstate 240

While Parmelee is mostly car-dependent, Embark does have a bus route along South Walker Avenue. Interstate 240 runs along the neighborhood, intersecting with Interstate 35 to the east and Interstate 44 to the west. Will Rogers International Airport is about 8 miles away. Community Hospital and Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City are about 6 miles away.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Will Rogers World

16 min drive

Bus

S Walker Ave & SW 61st Terr

Bus

SW 74th St & S Santa Fe Ave

Bus

S Walker Ave & SW 69th St

Bus

S Walker Ave & SW 71st St

Bus

W I 240 Service Rd & Seminole Ridge Apts

Parmelee Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$162,445
Median Sale Price
$42,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$160,995
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-91%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
566
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,557
Below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,139
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,199
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,805
Median Age
34
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$42,368
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,124

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
78.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
7.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%

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®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

36 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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