Why Live in Wildewood
Wildewood in Oklahoma City is a neighborhood characterized by its diverse home styles, including ranch, split-level, contemporary, and traditional homes. Many houses were built between the 1960s and 1980s, with some dating back to the 1930s and others as recent as 2000. The area features a mix of wooded streets like Stonewall Drive and more open, manicured streets such as 53rd Street. Notably, some older homes are constructed from Oklahoma red stones, a regional hallmark. The neighborhood is conveniently located near several attractions, including the Adventure District, which is 2 miles east and home to the Oklahoma City Zoo, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, and the Science Museum. E.W. Perry Park, with its walking trails and playground, is just across Northeast 50th Street, while Lincoln Park Golf Course is 3 miles east. For dining, Bedlam BAR-B-Q is a popular spot less than a mile west, known for its outdoor space and live music. The 23rd Street corridor, 3 miles south, offers coffee shops, restaurants, and boutiques, with new commercial projects emerging. Residents have access to major thoroughfares like Interstate 235 and I-44, both 2 miles away, making downtown Oklahoma City just a 6-mile drive. The neighborhood is served by Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary and Moon Middle School, with high school students attending the highly rated Classen School of Advanced Studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wildewood a good place to live?
Wildewood is a good place to live. Wildewood is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Wildewood is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Wildewood has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.5 people per acre and a median age of 51. The average household income is $84,512 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Wildewood are home owners, with 18.8% of residents renting and 81.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wildewood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wildewood neighborhood guide.
Is Wildewood, OK a safe neighborhood?
Wildewood, OK is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wildewood?
The median home price in Wildewood is $265,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $53,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,370 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $59K a year to afford the median home price in Wildewood. The average household income in Wildewood is $85K.
What are the best public schools in Wildewood?
The best public schools that serve Wildewood are:
What are the best private schools in Wildewood?
The best private schools that serve Wildewood are:
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Are home prices dropping in Wildewood?
Yes, home prices in Wildewood are down 60% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Wildewood, OK
On average, homes in Wildewood, Oklahoma City sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wildewood, Oklahoma City over the last 12 months is $240,000, down 53% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$240,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$240,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$179
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$265,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-53%