Why Live in Bluff Creek
Bluff Creek in Oklahoma City is a neighborhood known for its proximity to outdoor activities, with Lake Hefner and Bluff Creek Park nearby. The area features Traditional and ranch-style homes from the 1970s and '80s, ranging from 1,300 to 3,000 square feet, typically with three or four bedrooms. The neighborhood has a quaint, retro vibe with unique stonework and properties backing onto creeks and greenery. Residents enjoy a variety of things to do, including fishing, kayaking, hiking, and sailing at the 2,500-acre Lake Hefner, or golfing at its two 18-hole courses. Bluff Creek Park offers open fields, playgrounds, picnic pavilions, and trails for walking, hiking, or mountain biking. The Martin Park Nature Center provides additional hiking trails and a nature center. Students attend Putnam City Schools, which are rated above average. Dining options include District 21, where culinary arts students prepare meals, and Strebel Creek Winery, Oklahoma City's first winery. Shopping is convenient with Quail Springs Mall and grocery stores like Sprouts Farmers Market and Walmart Neighborhood Market just a few miles away. The neighborhood is considered safer than the national average, adding to its appeal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bluff Creek a good place to live?
Bluff Creek is a good place to live. Bluff Creek is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Bluff Creek is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bluff Creek has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.3 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $110,117 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 35.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Bluff Creek are home owners, with 27.9% of residents renting and 72.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bluff Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bluff Creek neighborhood guide.
Is Bluff Creek, OK a safe neighborhood?
Bluff Creek, OK is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bluff Creek?
The median home price in Bluff Creek is $274,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $55,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,430 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $61K a year to afford the median home price in Bluff Creek. The average household income in Bluff Creek is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Bluff Creek?
The best public schools that serve Bluff Creek are:
What are the best private schools in Bluff Creek?
The best private schools that serve Bluff Creek are:
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Are home prices dropping in Bluff Creek?
Yes, home prices in Bluff Creek are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Bluff Creek, OK
On average, homes in Bluff Creek, Oklahoma City sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Bluff Creek, Oklahoma City over the last 12 months is $265,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$265,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$265,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$128
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$274,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%