Realtors know why Relocate America has ranked Tulsa as the number one place to live in the United States. The homes in midtown Tulsa, Oklahoma, are some of the most attractive homes in the entire country. On top of that, they're affordable. Tulsa is home to some of the most iconic neighborhoods in the South. In fact, Tulsa's history is so rich that 16 neighborhoods in midtown Tulsa have been named to the National Registry of Historic Places.

A variety of architectural styles dominate the homes in midtown Tulsa, OK. Many of the homes in midtown Tulsa, OK were built in the early 19^TH century, during Tulsa's oil boom. People cherish these historic homes, and they sell very well.

If you com...

The real estate community is buzzing about the market in northeastern Oklahoma. Prices are great, and homes are gaining value. Bixby, OK real estate lives up to the hype. People who buy homes in Bixby, OK are getting great prices on homes. Homes in Tulsa, OK and its suburbs are gaining value every year. Better still, the barrier of entry is low.

Bixby is known as "The Garden Spot of Oklahoma." Farmers grow a variety of crops in Bixby, such as cantaloupes, squash, alfalfa, spinach, sweet corn, and much, much more. At the same time, many new industries are moving to Bixby and bringing jobs with them. Kimberly Clark and Regal Plaza are some of the biggest employers in all of Oklahoma, an...

 People always remark that The Riverwalk Crossing in Jenks, Oklahoma is an unforgettable place. Jenks has built a paradise alongside the Arkansas River. It's no wonder that Jenks, OK real estate is gaining value. This is a town that is growing, and the Riverwalk Crossing is a symbol of its magnificent growth.

Upon arrival at Riverwalk Crossing, visitors are treated to a beautiful rock waterfall cave. This is only a part of the fun. Take a stroll along the Riverwalk Crossing among the wildlife sculptures, or stop at one of the riverside outlook areas for a particularly gorgeous view.

There's fun for the whole family at the Riverwalk Crossing. Children seem to love the dancing fountains, ...

The Jenks Public Schools have won national recognition as one of the best school districts in the entire country. Parents are proud to say that their kids attend Jenks Public Schools. These schools consistently rank in the 99^th percentile in test scores and college placement. It's easy to see why so many people buy homes in Jenks, OK. The school system is absolutely stellar.

The U.S. government has awarded Jenks with the Malcolm Baldrige Award, the highest federal honor for educational excellence. Only the absolute highest school systems in the country win this award.

Parents will find nine different campuses in Jenks, and each specializes in a different age group. The elementary, middl...

The Philbrook Museum of Art anchors the Tulsa classical art scene. While many boutique galleries line the art deco streets of Tulsa, the crème de la crème of art can be found at the Philbrook Museum. Both tourists and people with homes in Tulsa, OK venture to this museum to take in their astounding collection.

The Italian Renaissance style of the Philbrook is the first thing that will captivate you. The Villa Lante, a 16^th century Italian estate, inspired the design of the ornate gardens that adorn the museum. It is a truly opulent environment.

The American Association of Museums recently accredited the Philbrook. This is a huge feat, especially considering less than 30% of the natio...

People come from all over the world to sample some of the amazing flavors at the Blue Bell Creamery in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Blue Bell makes ice cream in the Southern style, which is creamy and rich.

In fact, although Blue Bell only offers its products to a very small market (the South and Southeast), it is still the third ranked ice cream brand in the entire nation. The Blue Bell Creamery is just part of what contributes to the growth of Broken Arrow, OK real estate.

Blue Bell keeps its market small because it is dedicated to making the best ice cream possible. The Creamery offers tours of its facility to visitors. Every year, the Creamery stages a "Taste of Summer." For $4, you g...

Many people who have homes in Broken Arrow, OK will tell you great stories about how they found jobs here. While some Broken Arrow residents commute to Tulsa for work, many of the people who live here found work through the Broken Arrow Job Portal. The Broken Arrow Job Portal helps connect Tulsa area employers with job seekers. Broken Arrow also holds regular Job Fairs.

The Job Portal provides job seekers with great resources.  Here, you can find local career and job fairs, a job seeker tool kit, links on how to find jobs using social media, unemployment claim documents, and tips on finding jobs. It's a wonderful base camp for anyone seeking a job.

The Broken Arrow Job Fairs are know...

Tulsa's been called "America's Most Beautiful City." Well, within Tulsa, the most beautiful neighborhoods can be found in midtown Tulsa. The homes in midtown Tulsa, OK will enchant you. I've decided to profile some of the most historic neighborhoods in midtown Tulsa. These neighborhoods include Swan Lake, Tracy Park, White City, and Yorktown.

Homes in Swan Lake

The Swan Lake neighborhood surrounds the lake of the same name. Ducks float lazily by on Swan Lake, and you'll see plenty of beautiful lily pads.  Most of the homes in Swan Lake have a gorgeous view of the lake. The architects built these homes in the Georgian Revival and Spanish styles.

In fact, there are more duplexes and a...

The homes in Bixby, OK are real beauties. And Lake Bixhoma is a beautiful lake with a lot to offer. It's also just one of the great things that Bixby has to offer. It's no wonder more and more people are moving to this amazing town.

The largemouth bass are biting at Lake Bixhoma! Located just 8 miles southeast of Bixby, Lake Bixhoma offers some of the best fishing in the entire state of Oklahoma.

Many of the citizens of Bixby come to Lake Bixhoma to relax. Lake Bixhoma spans an enormous 110 acres! This lake offers boating, kayaking, grilling, and of course, fishing.  It's also relatively undisturbed, as so few people know about the wonder of Lake Bixhoma.

Fisherman know about this g...

The National Register of Historic Places has designated many of Tulsa's neighborhoods for preservation. Many of the homes in midtown, Tulsa, OK are historical landmarks. During the Tulsa oil boom, many prominent citizens built homes in midtown Tulsa, OK. Nowadays, people are falling in love with these historic homes. Here are a few historic neighborhoods in midtown Tulsa.

Homes in Gillette

J.M Gillette built the famous Gillette Mansion in 1922. The style of this mansion has influenced the architecture of the homes in Gillette. The fame and glory of this gorgeous neighborhood consistently attract buyers. It's actually one of the smallest historic districts in all of midtown Tulsa, but...

Midtown Tulsa, OK real estate is booming, so I feel like it's a good idea to dedicate an entire blog posting to this burgeoning market. Many people have their theories as to why this real estate market is so ripe for investment, and I have my own opinions on this matter.

Tulsa is simply one of the most livable cities in America. If you look around, you've got everything you could possibly want. Tulsa manages to combine country life and city life in an unprecedented way. I'd call their approach revolutionary, except they've been doing it for hundreds of years.

Tulsa's economy is growing, and as such, more people are moving to the area. I recently learned that Tulsa is adding about 7,0...

Historic houses are soulful places, and that's why I've always loved historic architecture. If you love classical homes, then you'll absolutely love the homes in midtown Tulsa, Oklahoma. There are so many amazing neighborhoods in midtown Tulsa that SIXTEEN neighborhoods have been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. I'd like to describe a few of these incredible neighborhoods.

The architects who built the homes in Brady Heights were influenced by the Bungalow, Georgian Revival, Victorian, Prairie School, and Queen Anne styles. These homes were built between 1906-1925, and they are absolutely gorgeous. The newer Brady Heights homes are located north of Marshall Street, w...

If you come to Broken Arrow during the biannual Holiday Home Tour, you'll get to see some of the most beautiful homes in all of Oklahoma. The Historical Society sponsors this holiday event, and people come from far and wide to see the homes in Broken Arrow, OK.

Many of these homes in Broken Arrow were built in the early 20^th century. The G.A. Brown House (1904), was the home of the founder of the Arkansas Valley State Bank. The Dr. Onis Franklin House, (1904), was the home of Broken Arrow's most famous local doctor, and the Fraker-Wells House (1903), was built by the most famous cattle rancher and peach farmer in all of Oklahoma.

J.S. Esslinger, the president of the Haskell State Agricu...

Broken Arrow, Oklahoma erupts into a fun-filled festival every May during Rooster Days. Rooster Days is the oldest festival in Oklahoma, as the residents of Broken Arrow have been celebrating it since 1931. Rooster Days is but one part of the vibrant community that makes up Broken Arrow, OK real estate.

The town sets up a plethora of amusement park rides during Rooster Days, which is fun for the whole family. Musicians come from afar to play live concerts, and local arts and crafts are on display.  Indulge your sweet tooth with some fried ice cream, or go for one of the famous corn dogs. Rooster Days has it all.

On the first Saturday of Rooster Days, the citizens of Broken Arrow stage a...

The "Antique Capital of Oklahoma" truly lives up to all the hype. Jenks, Oklahoma is one of the most charming towns in the entire American South. People are starting to catch onto this fact, as well. Jenks, OK real estate boasts great prices, and is starting to attract a lot of buyers. I'd like to take you on an antique tour of this amazing town.

You definitely need to check out Horizon Antiques. Their showroom is absolutely stuffed with beautiful American antiques. Refinished American oak tables glisten and glow with new coats of varnish. The store employees can also point you to treasures made of walnut, chestnut, mahogany, and even pine.

It's a place full of timeless beauty.  Horizon...

 There's something soothing about watching exotic fish swim right in front of your eyes. If you're looking for relaxation and peace, plan a visit to the Oklahoma Aquarium. It's my favorite part of Jenks, Oklahoma. People with homes in Jenks, OK make frequent trips to this Aquarium. In fact, it's the largest stand-alone saltwater aquarium in all of Oklahoma.

The Oklahoma Aquarium is always hosting tours and school groups. Another great part of Jenks is its amazing schools. The Jenks Public School System has won the Malcolm Baldridge Award for Educational Excellence. The federal government recognized Jenks as one of the best school systems in the country.

The mission of the Oklahoma Aquar...

Midtown Tulsa is known for beautiful neighborhoods, but there is one neighborhood that I want to especially highlight in this blog posting. I'm focusing on homes in Terwilliger Heights, a fabulous place to buy a home.

In Terwilliger Heights, you will find some of the most gorgeous architecture in the entire nation. You'll find bungalows in the Craftsman style, ranch houses from the 1950s, and Tudor Revival cottages. Tulsa's been called "America's Most Beautiful City," and one look at Terwilliger Heights explains it all.

In fact, many Terwilliger Heights residents are taking steps to preserve their neighborhood. They want to make sure that Terwilliger Heights maintains its charm for y...

Why does everyone fall in love with the homes in midtown Tulsa, Oklahoma?  Some people would say it's the historic neighborhoods, such as Bren Rose, Stonebraker Heights, and Riverside Drive. Others claim that people just fall in love with the city of Tulsa. (After all, it has been named "America's Most Beautiful City.") Still others say it's the price of the homes of Tulsa that makes people go crazy about this beautiful town.

I have to say it's a combination of factors. First of all, there are truly beautiful neighborhoods here in Tulsa. One of my favorites is Bren Rose. The homes in Bren Rose are truly diverse.  Here, you'll find homes that were built as early as 1920! Many Bren Rose...

If you haven't been to visit Bixby, Oklahoma, you're missing out. It's gorgeous here! Today I want to tell ya'll all about Bixby's very own "Green Corn Festival." The town just explodes into life during this festival. The homes in Bixby, OK become big parties.

Every year, all the residents of Bixby (and many tourists) gather together for a festival that is chock full of good eating, dancing, and fun. All of the local farmers come together and bring their crops out for all to enjoy. It's a rare treat, and a great chance to try out some of the local food.

With the growth of organic farming and the slow food movement, the Green Corn Festival gives you a great opportunity to stock up on ...

I love to shop, but I know some serious shopaholics. That's why I'm thrilled to blog about one of the best shopping districts in the entire American South: The Utica Square Shopping Center located in midtown Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Utica Square is full of HUNDREDS of specialty and name brand stores, lined beautifully along the gorgeous Utica Square. Check out The Shops at Utica Square for a full directory of stores. I was especially impressed with the sleek storefronts of Ann Taylor, Talbots, Banana Republic, and Crabtree and Evelyn.  There are also stores that cater to children's clothing, such as Gap Kids.

The Pottery Barn in Utica Square is truly astounding. It is a gigantic storefront t...