Southern Hills
Renovating Southern Hills
With a median home price of $170,000, Southern Hills is the kind of community where homeowners would rather renovate than relocate. “It’s a pretty big neighborhood, with homes that are a little bit older and a little more traditional,” says Shannon Stiger, a local Realtor with Buckelew Realty Group. “You’ll find a lot of add-ons and conversions where homeowners have turned garages into living spaces.” Many of Southern Hills’ light-colored, brick ranch-style homes were constructed in the 1960s and 70s. Residential streets are not unlike the others surrounding OKC’s suburbs. Folks can expect uniform rows of homes without much tree cover, many providing square lawns with two-car garages and roomy backyards.Oklahoma City’s public schools and higher ed
Local students are zoned for Oklahoma City Public Schools, beginning at Southern Hills Elementary. Located less than half a mile from most homes in the neighborhood, the elementary school is practically walkable for families of prekindergarten through fourth-grade students. Jefferson Middle School enrolls grades 5-8, located just north in Taylor Park. Both schools earn a C-minus on Niche, while Westmoore High School receives an A-minus. Home of the Jaguars, Westmoore offers students an abundance of extracurricular opportunities including the Westmoore Association of Student Astronomers and Business Professionals of America. Less than 2 miles down the road, Oklahoma City Community College has been a fixture in the community as a center for entertainment and education since it was first established in the early 1970s. Today, OCCC is ranked in the top five best community colleges in Oklahoma.9 miles from Downtown OKC
Interstate 240 extends east to west along the northern border of Southern Hills, serving as one of OKC’s main thoroughfares. Folks can easily reach Oklahoma Heart Hospital South just 7 miles west along the interstate or find Will Rogers World Airport 6 miles east. Potential homebuyers should note the airport’s flight path and traffic patterns for possible aircraft noise and delays on land. EMBARK bus stops line both I-240 and South Walker Avenue, connecting to I-35 for a straight shot to Downtown OKC, 9 miles north. I-35 also serves as Moore’s central thoroughfare, passing through the city 7 miles southeast.Endless shopping and dining options
The curved residential streets of Southern Hills are surrounded by shopping centers on all four corners, contributing to the neighborhood’s comfortability. To the north, Penn Park Shopping Center is located across the Southwest Expressway, featuring popular retail spots like Best Buy and Five Below. Nearby, the Southern Hills Shopping Center flaunts a Del Taco alongside globally-inspired options including boba tea and gyros. Folks can find Natural Grocers flanking South Pennsylvania Avenue to the west, as well as a World Fresh International Market and a neighborhood Walmart to the south. Summit Point Plaza on South Western Avenue offers thrift stores and game shops, encircled by chain eateries like the rest of its nearby hubs. From burgers and beer at The Garage to classic Chick-fil-A sandwiches and Braum’s ice cream, residents of Southern Hills have seemingly endless dining options at their disposal.Enjoying the pitch from Lightning Creek Park
As the home pitch for the South Oklahoma City Soccer Club, Straka Fields hosts practices, games and tournaments throughout the season. Residents may hear the whistles echoing from the fields during warmer months, as amateur footballers tend to populate the green space outside of practice and game times. Just across South Western Avenue, at the eastern edge of the neighborhood, fans and players can enjoy the pitch at Lightning Creek Park, recently revitalized to include 5 new fields. Just north, the Hidden Trails Golf and Country Club offers a private course alongside tennis and pickleball courts. With various membership tiers to choose from, locals can enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the year.
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Dana Chesser
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Steve Morren
Steve Morren
Sterling Real Estate
(405) 470-9297
310 Total Sales
1 in Southern Hills
$237,000 Price
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Arlicia Bryles
Arlicia Bryles
Ellum Realty Firm
(405) 766-8678
122 Total Sales
1 in Southern Hills
$170,000 Price
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Shane Willard
Shane Willard
CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Company
(405) 679-3177
558 Total Sales
1 in Southern Hills
$219,900 Price
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Sarah Neal
Sarah Neal
Metro Brokers of Ok Connect
(405) 731-5737
141 Total Sales
2 in Southern Hills
$169K - $240K Price Range
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Gina Underwood
Gina Underwood
McGraw REALTORS (BO)
(405) 876-4829
53 Total Sales
1 in Southern Hills
$186,000 Price
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Tina Pastran
Tina Pastran
Responds QuicklyCopper Creek Real Estate
(405) 357-9161
267 Total Sales
2 in Southern Hills
$167K - $170K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Taylor Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Sprayground at Sellers Park
Siler Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lightning Creek Park
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Merrel Medley Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Brookwood Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Southern Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southern Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southern Hills, Oklahoma City sell after 100 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Southern Hills, Oklahoma City over the last 12 months is $442,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$479,800
Median Sale Price
$442,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$480,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$273
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,265
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,347
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,545
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 32 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$703 - $1,450 per month
- Tudor Crossing Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 450+ Sq Ft
- 1332 SW 74th St
- Oklahoma City, OK
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$688 - $968 per month
- Lightning Creek
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 496+ Sq Ft
- 8113 S Western Ave
- Oklahoma City, OK
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,038
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,478
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,442
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%
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®
41
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35
/ 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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