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Tulsa neighborhood punching above its weight
American boxer Joe Louis, nicknamed “The Brown Bomber,” reigned as world heavyweight champion for 12 years, holding and defending the title longer than any other boxer in history. Today, the northeast Tulsa neighborhood that bears his name is strapping on its gloves to fight its way into a brighter future. Though Tulsa’s economic development grew south following desegregation in the 1970s, the winds of change are shifting north to Joe Louis Addition. “It’s slowly but surely growing,” says Roz Williams, real estate agent at Keller Williams Advantage. “They’ve really cleaned it up—not that it was bad, but it was older. Tulsa has a great resurgence of people wanting to live here and relocate here, and it’s grown so much that there’s nowhere else for them to go and still stay within the city limits, so people are turning their eye more to the north area.” Vanessa Hall-Harper, Tulsa District 1 City Councilor, agrees. “It’s a constant battle for North Tulsa to be recognized and supported,” Hall-Harper says. “But we’re getting to a point now in Tulsa where you can’t go any further. Futuristically, we have to look back into these neighborhoods that have been divested.”
Joe Louis Addition sits just a few miles North of Downtown Tulsa.
Well-kept shotgun style home can be found in Joe Louis Addition.
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Ranch- and prairie-style homes from the 1950s
Small shotgun-style and ranch homes dating to the 1940s and ’50s collect along the slender residential streets. In most sections of town, the homes cluster tightly together on lots measuring under a quarter acre, but in the northern areas, properties have more room to spread out. Fixer-uppers are priced in the $60,000 to $80,000 range, but it’s more common to spend $100,000 to $175,000 for a well-kept or refurbished 2- to 3-bedroom home. “You’re getting some newer properties built, and a lot of remodeling done in that area,” Williams says.
Joe Louis Addition neighborhood has 70 years of Tulsa architectural history on display.
Modern build ranch homes are build alongside early 2000s vintage homes in Joe Louis Addition.
Pinks, greens, blues and more make Joe Louis Addition pop with color on every street.
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Home of Booker T. Washington High School
Anderson Elementary School is conveniently located within the neighborhood and gets a C-minus from Niche. Monroe Demonstration Academy, where students spend grades 6 through 8, also receives a C-minus, as does McLain High School for Science and Technology. Booker T. Washington High School, a National Blue Ribbon school that earns the coveted Niche grade of A-plus, is also in the neighborhood. Booker T. accepts about 350 freshmen per year, and while upperclassmen are permitted to apply, space is limited.
Booker T Washington was founded in Tulsa in 1913.
Monroe Demonstration Academy offers nine different athletic programs.
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Smoked meat at Stutts House of Barbecue
Stutts House of Barbecue slings smoked meat combos, sandwiches and buttermilk pie from a brick-and-cobalt building on East Apache Street. The nearby Seminole Hills Shopping Center boasts fast-food options like Sonic, McDonald’s and Taco Bell. Oasis Fresh Market is next to the shopping center for fresh meat, produce and other essentials. “That area had not had a grocery store in 40 years, but this one has been there consistently,” Williams says. “They’re really well stocked, and they do a lot of things that give back to the community—giveaways during the holidays, back-to-school events.”
Oasis in Joe Louis Addition exists to eradicate food deserts by providing fresh food for all
Smoked ribs and hot links will keep you coming back to Stutts Bar-B-Q in Joe Louis Addition.
Shoppes on Peoria offers a variety of options to Joe Louis Addition from smoothies to Tax Prep.
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Onward to the Osage Prairie Trail
The Osage Prairie Trail unfolds alongside Crawford Park, a block away from Joe Louis Addition. After running or strolling along the multi-use path, visitors can enjoy the soccer field, picnic pavilion and playground. There’s also a small creek where dogs can splash around and kids can hunt for frogs or bugs. Within the neighborhood, Lloyd Park features a small playground, picnic areas and playing fields.
The lush green space of Wheeling Park in Joe Louis Addition creates a serene place to play.
Kids will love the music maker play set at Lloyd Park in Joe Louis Addition.
Lloyd Park in Joe Louis Addition is one of three parks within a just a few blocks.
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Chugging along the Cherokee Expressway
Joe Louis Addition is bracketed by the Gilcrease and Cherokee Expressways, allowing travelers to easily make the 3-mile commute to downtown Tulsa or the 6-mile drive to Tulsa International Airport. MetroLink Tulsa bus stations and conveniently located stops offer an alternate method of transportation for car-free residents. Most stops are on North Peoria Avenue, the neighborhood’s primary thoroughfare.
Easy access to Highway 75 and downtown Tulsa make Joe Louis Addition a commuter neighborhood.
The Aero by Tulsa Transit is
convenient with multiple stops throughout Joe Louis Addition.
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Easy access to Highway 75 and downtown Tulsa make Joe Louis Addition a commuter neighborhood.
Crime
The CAP Index score for Joe Louis Addition is 6, higher than the national average of 4. Low-income neighborhoods have statistically higher crime rates than high-income areas, and the median household income in this neighborhood is below $30,000—less than half the national average, which hovers around $70,000. However, to put the numbers into perspective, downtown Tulsa’s CAP Index score is 10.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Joe Louis Addition
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Joe Louis Addition Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Joe Louis Addition, Tulsa sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Joe Louis Addition, Tulsa over the last 12 months is $185,000, up 98% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
New Construction. Down the street from Booker T Washington High School. Close to Highway 75 and downtown Tulsa. Full Brick 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, 2 car garage. Serval windows allow plenty of natural light into the kitchen/living room.
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Beautifully designed new construction two-story duplex offering well planned living space, style, and functionality. 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths The open-concept main level offers a bright and inviting living area, dining space, and a modern kitchen complete with a center island and durable laminate flooring. Upstairs, you'll find a generous primary suite featuring a relaxing garden tub,
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Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer looking for an affordable place to call home or an investor seeking a great addition to your rental portfolio, this property offers excellent value and potential. This well-maintained home has been updated over the years and features newer windows, an updated kitchen, and a refreshed bathroom. The functional floor plan provides comfortable living spaces while
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