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Established historic neighborhood minutes from Tulsa
Interwoven with a profound history, University Park is an established neighborhood blending a quiet residential community with modern conveniences in a historic location just minutes from Downtown Tulsa. Tied to the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, the neighborhood saw the destruction of the Black Wall Street that took place here, one of the deadliest displays of racial violence in American history. Today, this historic area’s ongoing revitalization project carries the full support of committed residents. “People are more passionate here than ever today due to the fact that we have parents or even grandparents who were raised on Tulsa grounds,” says Janayshia Grundy, Realtor for AOG Real Estate and a lifelong Tulsa resident. “It’s more impactful for us to leave a legacy and make sure it’s better for our children.” Part of the new redevelopment measures laid out for University Park involved reshaping and rezoning the district for highways and industrial use, leading to the demolition of landmarks like the Dreamland Theatre. All of this and more is documented at the Greenwood Cultural Center. The educational resource and community facility features personal accounts of the massacre and a virtual art exhibit by local artist Dawn Tree depicting Black Wall Street before and after the destruction.
The Black Wall St Mural painted by Donald "Scribe" Ross is a call to remember the Tulsa Massacre
The 1921 Black Wall Street Memorial commemorates what was lost in University Park.
Standpipe Hill is a historical site in University Park and the gateway to downtown Tulsa.
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Restoring the neighborhood with new residences
Since the neighborhood needed to be restored, most homes only date back to the 1950s. A bevy of bungalows and ranch-style homes cluster along the small lots and densely wooded yards of University Park’s residential streets. Though the median hovers around $207,500, asking prices may range from $92,000 to $550,000 depending on square footage and other amenities like garages. “Most people are attracted to this area due to the fact that prices are down, and houses are sitting on the market for about 35 days now,” Grundy says. “It’s a very high-demand area, you’re close to downtown with a lot to do and you don’t have to drive 20 to 30 minutes just to get somewhere.”
Wide avenues lined with mature trees and sidewalks make University Park beautiful and safe.
Two story homes are common among the eclectic homes of University Park.
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Education in the heart of Tulsa
Students may attend public schools in the Tulsa Public Schools District, including Emerson Elementary, which earns a C-minus rating from Niche. At B-graded Carver Middle School, a magnet school following an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program framework, students focus on specialized areas each year: Sixth graders do a deep dive into George Washington Carver, seventh graders learn about shelter building in a joint program alongside its sister school in Israel, and eighth graders focus on boat building and studying the Civil War. The middle school feeds into C-rated Central High School. The neighborhood is also home to Oklahoma State University’s Tulsa campus, where over 2,600 students are enrolled.
OSU Tulsa invites students from University Park and beyond to learn and grow.
Many students in University Park will attend Central High School.
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Recreational centers galore to stay active
Nearby city parks provide residents of all ages with plenty of recreational opportunities. The Greenwood playground and BS Roberts Park are daytime destinations, with their play structures, wide open spaces, and Osage Prairie Trail that runs along the outskirts of the park. Nearby, Hill Park offers an additional playset and tennis and basketball courts. The adjacent Ben Hill Community Center has even more options, including a full gymnasium, an education center with computer and STEM labs, and food and clothing pantries for those in need.
Health-conscious residents of University Park take advantage of the miles of paved trails.
The Reed Foundation serves over 100 students at Ben Hill Community Center in University Park.
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Locally owned stores celebrate the area’s roots
Since University Park is mostly a residential area, most residents head Downtown for shopping, dining and entertainment. Fulton Street Books and Coffee is a well-loved favorite in the historic Greenwood district ideal for spending a slow morning or cozy afternoon. Readers enjoy specialty coffee drinks as they dive into the scores of books, more than 70% of which are written by or feature BIPOC or other marginalized people. A University Park neighborhood staple is Mack’s Wings, which serves what’s widely known as the best wings around. And Onifade’s array of delightful cookie varieties provides a sweet treat for dessert. “Both of these places are amazing,” Grundy says. “They’re Black-owned, and the quality of service is good. I’d go there every day of the week if I could.” Casual chain restaurants are also close at hand at the corner of N Peoria Street and E Pine Street. Just up the road, Oasis Fresh Market fulfills grocery needs for University Park residents.
Fulton Street Books & Coffee is a popular place to meet in University Park.
Learn the history and buy apparel supporting the thriving community in University Park.
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Convenient location and transportation options
University Park offers convenient travel options by car, bus or plane. Wedged between Cherokee Expressway and LL Tisdale Parkway, the neighborhood also boasts proximity to many of the city’s major thoroughfares, including Interstate 244, Interstate 444 and Oklahoma State Highway 51. Commuters catch a bus from the many stations peppered around the neighborhood, connecting them to Downtown and neighboring communities with ease. For domestic and international flights, travelers head to the Tulsa International Airport less than 15 minutes away.
University Park sits along the IDL with easy access to I-44, 244, US-51 and the Tisdale Expy.
Take the Aero by Tulsa Transit from multiple stops in University Park to the Tulsa Metro.
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On average, homes in University Park, Tulsa sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in University Park, Tulsa over the last 12 months is $239,900, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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