Your Guide to Buying a Home in Tulsa, OK

Buying a Home in Tulsa, Oklahoma

(The Tulsa Skyline from the 21st Street Bridge Area)

Tulsa is located in Osage, Rogers and Tulsa County

The state of Oklahoma was a major staging area for battles between the early Native American settlers and the forces destined to divide up the Indian Territory. The first such battle on record took place just outside present-day Tulsa. As new settlements emerged services were needed to sustain them. The arrival of the Frisco Railroad in 1882 led to a large influx of white settlers, most of whom were ranchers that brought their herds here to be shipped off to the Northeast. The discovery of oil in 1902 set off an even larger economic boom and ultimately laid the foundation for the aviation industry to develop here. McDonnell-Douglas and Rockwell International facilities, which later located here, have been involved in both the space program and national defense.

The Tulsa of today is a diversified city, both culturally and economically. The once crucial oil industry, wiped out by the oil bust in the mid-1980's, has paved the way for new industries and technologies to take its place. The city of Tulsa has learned how to reinvent itself and certainly has a bright future ahead.

Recently named one of America's most livable cities, Tulsa has all the "fixins" of a large metropolitan area mixed with a bit of country living and a lot of history. These factors have greatly developed the arts and culture of Tulsa as the city currently hosts over 90 cultural arts organizations and many live bands. A few must-see cultural attractions include the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, which is home to the Tulsa Philharmonic and the Broadway series, and the Discoveryland Theater's production of "Oklahoma". The latter is performed nearly every night during the summer at an outside amphitheater. Authentic Western decor and Western-style barbeque before each show add to this unique experience. Tulsa is simply inundated with shows and museums of all kinds that portray various aspects of this area's history.

After a full day of taking in some culture, enjoy an exciting evening watching the University of Tulsa's basketball team take on their conference rivals. If basketball is not your passion, Tulsa has a minor-league baseball team (the Drillers), a CHL hockey team (the Oilers), and an arena football team (the Talons). For families with restless children, there are several area amusement and water parks, not to mention the Tulsa Zoo, showcasing animals from the world over in elaborate, man-made "mini-ecosystems".

Dozens of annual events contribute to the sense of pride residents have in their city. These events include parades and festivals that celebrate nearly every aspect of not only Oklahoma living, but the unique personality of Tulsa as well. Here is a sampling:

Tulsa homes for sale typically range from $100,000 to $345,000.  On the low end Tulsa housing can start as law as $100,000 and go up as high as $2,750,000. Available homes in Tulsa include: Single Family Homes, Multi Family Homes, Condos, Town Homes, New Construction, Lots, Acreage, Commercial Property, Investment Property, Luxury Homes, Horse Property and Historic Homes.