MIDTOWN OKC
Where City Living Meets Oklahoma Charm
Midtown OKC offers a unique blend of urban energy and surprising affordability.
Here, you’ll trade sprawling suburbs for walkable streets, diverse restaurants, and a front-row seat to the city’s cultural pulse.
AREAS in MIDTOWN
HERITAGE HILLS
Average Home Price: $935,000
Heritage Hills is Oklahoma City’s first historic preservation district. The name “Heritage Hills” was acquired in 1969 and the neighborhood is a conglomerate of several additions with development beginning just after 1900 and largely complete by 1930. Additions that make up Heritage Hills are Harndale, West Highland Parked Addition, Colcord Heights Addition, Classen’s Highland Parked Addition, Winan’s Highland Addition, and Winan’s Second Addition. The establishment of Heritage Hills as a historic preservation district began when leaders from these neighborhood associations came together to form the Historic Preservation Commission to fight the widening proposal of NW 16th Street. These additions were collectively once known as “Highland Park” and “The Highlands” in advertisements from 1902 and 1904 respectively. The Overholser Mansion was the first mansion to begin construction and was, at the time, located away from the city.
MESTA PARK
Average Home Price: $812,500$812,500
Mesta Park is a historic neighborhood in Oklahoma City, known for its early 20th-century homes featuring Craftsman, Prairie, Colonial Revival, and Tudor styles. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it offers a strong sense of community with active neighborhood participation and various local events. Located just north of downtown, it provides easy access to city amenities. The area is family-friendly, with green spaces like Perle Mesta Park enhancing its appeal. Preservation efforts by the neighborhood association ensure the area retains its historic charm.
AUTOMOBILE ALLEY
Average Home Price: $544,000
Automobile Alley is a historic district in downtown Oklahoma City known for its vibrant mix of restaurants, shops, and businesses. Once the hub for the city’s car dealerships in the early 20th century, the area has been revitalized into a lively destination featuring trendy eateries, boutique stores, and art galleries. With its preserved vintage architecture and modern energy, Automobile Alley offers a unique blend of history and contemporary culture, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.
PLAZA DISTRICT
Average Home Price: $260,000$$
The Plaza District is a neighborhood commercial district boasting Oklahoma City’s local arts flavor and is home to art galleries, studios, retail shops, restaurants, and creative services. The area is home to the renovated Plaza Theatre, which holds music and theatrical performances for Lyric at the Plaza. Also included in the area are the artist-made retail businesses, a quality custom tattoo shop, a popular local salon, a full-production modern local winery, and many shops for vintage and retro items. This district, now boasts a renewed energy embraced by Oklahoma City’s youth and diverse culture. Each second Friday of each month from 7-11 p.m., the district is home to “LIVE on the Plaza”, a monthly art-walk featuring live music, featured artists, special events and local shopping.
GATEWOOD
Average Home Price: $415,000
Gatewood is a thriving community of historic single and multi-family homes. Nestled between the hipster mecca of the 16th Street Plaza District and a revitalized Uptown23rd Street, Gatewood’s mixture of downtown amenities and historic charm make it an important part of Oklahoma City’s continued renaissance. We are a very prideful neighborhood full of the best neighbors in OKC. You have come to the right place to learn more about the neighborhoods history and neighbors, what is going on in the area, and how to get involved.
COTTAGE DISTRICT
Average Home Price: $415,000$$
Cottage District is a neighborhood known for its unique mix of architecture and edgy style. It is an eclectic inner-city neighborhood characterized by a mix of early 20th century era cottages, blight, and striking contemporary architecture. Officially called the “Cottage District” by the City of Oklahoma City has become the district’s popular name. Situated on the northwest corner of the Central Business District, SoSA (South of Saint Anthony) is roughly bordered by Classen Boulevard, Walker Street, NW 6th Street, and NW 9th Street.
