Southern OKC struck oil in the early 1930s, leading to the founding of Valley Brook-Crossroads.
Small town in southern OKC
Southern Oklahoma City struck oil in the early 1930s, leading to the construction of Valley Brook, a housing camp for oil workers. Today, with the area's oil industry mostly dried up, Valley Brook is a community of less than 700 people. Just 7 miles from downtown OKC, the town has kept its small-town appeal. “People wave every time you walk by,” says Diana Boyd, a Realtor with Day Realty Inc. who has over 20 years' experience selling homes. “I’ve had several of my renters tell me that when they need something, there are always neighbors who are helpful.” The town has its own municipal government office and police department on the northern end of the community. Valley Brook is just minutes away from Interstates 35 and 240, which provides easy convenience to OKC and Tinker Air Force Base, just 8 miles away.
Traditional homes at affordable prices
Housing options throughout Valley Brook mainly consist of traditional and ranch-style houses, with a blend of homes available for sale and rental properties. Homes can sell anywhere from $60,000 for two-bedroom homes to nearly $150,000 for renovated properties. “There’s people who have been there forever, and there’s also renters,” Boyd says. It’s not rare to see a home bought by an investor and then rented or sold after renovations.
A traditional-style home flying an American flag stands in the heart of Valley Brook-Crossroads.
Just 7 miles from downtown OKC, the Valley Brook-Crossroads has kept its small-town appeal.
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Easy access to major interstates
Residents can get to the downtown area of OKC through Interstate 35. Interstate 240 provides a quick route to Tinker Air Force Base. Though many residents drive to get around, public transportation is available along 59th Street and Crossroads Boulevard.
Valley Brook-Crossroads is conveniently located near two interstates in the area.
Valley Brook-Crossroads residents can enjoy public transportation along 59th Street.
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Retail shopping and chain restaurants nearby
Restaurants around Valley Brooke are sparse, but there are options along I-240, including the Penn Park Shopping Center which has chain eateries and retail shopping. Freshly baked bread and the intoxicating smell of the prepared meals fill the air of Supermercados Morelos, a spot to grab a quick meal or groceries for the week. When residents aren't in the mood to cook for the night, they can head to Texas Roadhouse for a filling steak or Johnny Carino's for a pizza pie.
Supermercados Morelos near Valley Brook-Crossroads provides quality Hispanic products.
Johnny Carino's near Valley Brook-Crossroads offers delicious seafood pasta.
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OKC public schools
Valley Brook kids will attend schools in the Oklahoma City Public Schools system, starting with Bodine Elementary School. Bodine received a C-minus grade on Niche. As a Bodine Bobcat, students can join clubs and sports early, including the after-school Girls on the Run program which ends in each member running a 5k marathon. After Bodine Elementary, students will head to class at Webster Middle School, followed by Capitol Hill High School. Both schools also received C-minus Niche grades.
Valley Brook-Crossroads children begin their academic careers at Bodine Elementary
Capitol Hill High School offers specialized courses to Valley Brook-Crossroads students.
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Book a tee time and spend the day at Trosper Park
Residents are just a few minutes away from spending the day outdoors at Trosper Park. An 18-hole course lined with mature trees and bunkers awaits golfers at Trosper Golf Club, which also has a driving range to help players practice their swing. Amateur and seasoned archers head to Trosper Park to take aim at a bullseye at the archery range on the park grounds. Neighborhood pocket parks like Shallowbrook and Akers parks are close by for quick afternoon outings. Locals can catch an Oklahoma Blazers hockey game at Blazers Ice Centre, and free skate throughout the week.
Trosper Golf Course near Valley Brook-Crossroads allows golf lovers to enjoy their time there.
Residents of Valley Brook-Crossroads can go to Blazers Ice Centre to beat the summer heat.
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Crime
According to the CAP Index, Valley Brooke has a slightly higher homicide and assault score than the national average. However, Boyd says that the town’s police department is a significant presence in the area. “They do have their own police department… if anyone has any issues or something going on, they are there in minutes. They’re always patrolling, which cuts down on crime,” Boyd says. Neighborhood institutions like the Camille Avenue Baptist Church are also prominent in the community, with weekly services and clothes giveaways on the second Saturday of each month.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
780
Median Age
38
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,467
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.6%
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®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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