Why Live in Lakeview
Lakeview, located in northwest Oklahoma City, features classic brick ranch-style homes and split-level houses, primarily built in the 1960s, with an apartment complex in the northeast corner. The neighborhood is known for its midcentury aesthetic, with homes ranging from those needing renovation to updated properties. Lake Hefner, a key attraction, offers the Bert Cooper Trail for biking and running, several parks, a marina, a playground, a skatepark, and baseball fields. The Lake Hefner Golf Club is also nearby. The Northwest Expressway, a major commercial corridor, provides access to shopping centers, chain restaurants, and standalone businesses, with Rockwell Plaza and a Walmart Neighborhood Market close by. Charleston’s Restaurant offers classic American dishes in a cozy setting. Lakeview is approximately 12 miles from downtown Oklahoma City, with the Northwest Expressway connecting to major routes like Lake Hefner Parkway and Interstate 44. Public transportation is available through the EMBARK bus system, with frequent stops on the south and east sides of the neighborhood. Will Rogers World Airport is about 13 miles away. Lakeview is served by Putnam City Schools, including Rollingwood Elementary, Capps Middle, and Putnam City High, which collaborates with Francis Tuttle Technology Center for career education programs.