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Living the Dream in North Tulsa
Walt Whitman is perhaps best remembered for the phrase, “I am large; I contain multitudes.” The same words ring true for the North Tulsa neighborhood that bears his name. Though this group of residential streets isn’t significant in geographical terms, its mission extends beyond its boundaries. The Tulsa Dream Center on 46th Street offers services to promote healthcare, access to food security and educational opportunities for area youth. “People go to them all the time,” says Melanie Hughes-Morris, Realtor with Chinowth & Cohen. “They have a food pantry, counselors, prayer and church services. It’s a great place to get help, spiritually and socially.”
Downtown Tulsa sits just a few miles to the South of Walt Whitman neighborhood.
The Tulsa Dream Center is a local non-profit serving the needs of Walt Whitman Families.
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1950s ranch-style homes with attached garages
A network of residential streets expands around Walt Whitman Elementary School in the neighborhood’s southeast section. Ranch-style homes from the 1950s comprise the bulk of housing stock, with some modern brick builds mixed in. Prices range from $90,000 for a two-bedroom fixer-upper to $175,000 for a renovated four-bedroom ranch. Swaths of lawn accent the lots, which typically measure under a quarter acre. Paved driveways are standard, and many houses feature attached single-car garages. Some properties also feature wire fencing, used more to denote boundary lines than anything else, as most fences are only high enough to contain small dogs. Residential streets around the school have sidewalks to make the area more pedestrian-friendly, but that’s a rare feature on the other side of the neighborhood, where the roads have a more pastoral feel.
Neighbors in Walt Whitman express their individual style with bold colors and decor.
Humble ranch homes on generous lots are common in Walt Whitman.
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Be curious at Walt Whitman Elementary
It’s an easy walk to Walt Whitman Elementary School for most kids in the neighborhood. The school is a recipient of the Wallace Foundation’s Social/Emotional Learning Grant, which focuses on developing interpersonal and character-building skills to educate the “whole child.” After that, students move on to Monroe Demonstration Academy for grades 6 through 8, then McLain High School for Science and Technology. Niche gives a C-minus to each of these schools. Tulsa Tech-Peoria Campus is also in the neighborhood for students who want to continue their educations in the criminal justice or administrative fields.
Walt Whitman Elementary provides a quality learning experience for every student, every day.
Monroe Demonstration Academy serves children grades 6-8 in Tulsa.
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Taking on the Osage Trail
Undeveloped rural land borders Walt Whitman to the east and west, making it easy for residents to escape to nature. The Osage Prairie Trail runs parallel to North Peoria Avenue near the elementary school. Cyclists, runners and walkers can follow the paved multiuse trail a short distance south to Hawthorne Park and enjoy the playground and sports fields. The trail is also a bicycle commuter link to Oklahoma State University-Tulsa and Langston University.
Osage Prarie Trails is the perfect place for joggers and cyclists to enjoy the lush scenery.
What Whitman sits on either side of the Osage Prarie Trail, which cuts along Hawthorne Park.
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Minutes to downtown Tulsa
The surrounding Oklahoma farmland and Osage Nation Reservation make the neighborhood feel more rural than it is. In truth, residents are just five miles from downtown Tulsa and seven miles from the airport, and driving to either takes about 10 minutes. MetroLink Tulsa buses offer public transit along North Hartford Avenue and 36th Street. The closest major highway is the Gilcrease Expressway, which travelers can access by following North Peoria Avenue.
Take Tulsa Transit for easy access to downtown Tulsa and beyond from Walt Whitman Neighborhood.
The LL Tisdale Expressway and Gilcrease Expressway connect Walt Whitman to the Tulsa area.
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Fuel up at The Freeze
The Freeze has been cooking up juicy “jumbo burgers” and Coney dogs from its unassuming roadside digs since 1966. After lunch, patrons can indulge in a banana split or order a quart of ice cream to take home. For more fast-food options, Seminole Hills Shopping Center is a short drive south. Nearby, Oasis Fresh Market offers an extensive selection of meat, seafood and produce, encouraging customers to request items they want to see in stock.
The Freeze is a local favorite for drive through dining in Walt Whitman Neighborhood.
Find friendly service and great burgers and shakes at The Freeze in Walt Whitman.
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Dine, play and stay at Osage Casino Hotel near Walt Whitman.
Playing the slots at Osage Casino Hotel
Locals can head to Osage Casino Hotel two miles south to take advantage of the slot machines, gaming tables and lounges. Live musicians and comedy acts frequent the stage at the Skyline Event Center. Swigs, an onsite bar, also features live music on weekends.
Large lots and diverse architecture are a consistent feature of the Walt Whitman Neighborhood.
Crime
The CAP Index gives Walt Whitman a crime score of 6, including violent crime at 9 out of 10. While higher than the national average, that’s still significantly lower than the score for downtown Tulsa. The median annual household income for this neighborhood is $30,000 below the national average. Local volunteer-run organizations like the Tulsa Dream Center attempt to alter this trajectory to benefit future generations.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Mowhawk Sports Complex Soccer
O'Brien Park
Crawford Park
Williams Park
Wheeling Park
Lloyd Park
Springdale Park
Chamberlain Park
Transit
Airport
Tulsa International
14 min drive
Bus
(6891) 36th St. N & Garrison Ave Wb
Bus
(7150) Hartford Ave & 39th St Sb
Bus
(7216) 36th St. N & Peoria Ave. Wb
Bus
(7132) 36th St N & Lansing Pl Wb
Bus
(8005) Peoria Ave & 38th St N Sb
Bus
(6880) Dream Center 46th St N Eb
Bus
(8004) Peoria Ave & 46th St N Sb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Walt Whitman
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walt Whitman, Tulsa sell after 92 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Walt Whitman, Tulsa over the last 12 months is $107,375, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,056
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,726
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,045
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5%
% Population in Labor Force
55.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 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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