Regions and Neighborhoods
North
Just north of downtown lays a mixture of old-world charm and new, family-oriented developments. Glamorous houses in Gilcrease Hills and Reservoir Hill, once the homes of early day oil barons, reflect Tulsa’s colorful heritage. Further to the north is Tulsa International Airport. Owasso, a sleepy suburban community only a few short years ago, has become one of the area’s fastest growing communities and is a beacon for employees of American Airlines, Spirit Aerosystems, SABRE, WorldCom, Vanguard and Whirlpool.
South
For decades, Tulsa has been growing south along the Arkansas River. Along with new housing and apartment complexes, new businesses and office buildings are constantly springing up. South Tulsa is highlighted by the 71st Street retail corridor, which features shopping galore and the convenience of Woodland Hills Mall. South of Tulsa, Bixby continues to experience a building boom in new houses and apartments. Known for its fertile soil, the Bixby area is home to sprawling vegetable and sod farms. Jenks, Glenpool and Sapulpa offer suburban living and plenty of room for horses. Tulsa is only minutes away via Highway 75, and expansion of the Creek Turnpike offers convenient access to the interstate highway system.
East
Broken Arrow has become Tulsa’s largest bedroom community with a population of more than 75,000. New housing, apartments and retail establishments are constantly under construction, blurring the line between the two communities. Broken Arrow residents have easy access to South Tulsa’s retail corridor and a smooth commute to downtown Tulsa via the Broken Arrow Expressway. Just east of Broken Arrow, the town of Coweta is also an attractive community with very affordable housing.
West
Communities to the west of Tulsa have seen rapid growth in recent years. The established city of Sand Springs is experiencing new housing developments in outlying areas. The Red Fork area reflects Tulsa’s oil-related and blue collar past. Further west, communities such as Berryhill and north Sapulpa offer new housing and apartment developments for Tulsa commuters.
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