3/2 c.1929 Oklahoma Home W/Large Bonus Room Under $57K

Amenities include 2-Car carport and 2 car garage, FP, separate driveways with a 1 car carport. and a large bonus room So much potential! Sold “as is”. for more info go or call

If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended. 

Contact Realtor: CHARLES BARGER

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Pros

• Exceptionally Low Housing & Living Costs: Real estate is remarkably affordable, with median home values typically ranging between $120,000 and $160,000. Rent prices and everyday expenses run far below national averages.

• Proximity to Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge: Located just north of the city, this 59,000-acre refuge provides outstanding outdoor recreation, including free-range bison and elk herds, hiking trails, rock climbing, and Mount Scott views.

• Stable Military Economic Base: Fort Sill serves as a major economic engine, providing stable federal and civil service employment opportunities, healthcare resources, and a strong sense of support for veterans and military families.

• Higher Education & Healthcare Hub: Home to Cameron University (the largest four-year university in southwestern Oklahoma) and two major medical centers (Comanche County Memorial Hospital and Southwestern Medical Center).

• Diverse Cultural Attractions: Features regional historic sites like the Museum of the Great Plains, the Mattie Beal Home, and the Holy City of the Wichitas.

Cons

• Higher-Than-Average Crime Rates: Lawton consistently ranks higher than both Oklahoma and national averages for both violent and property crime rates.

• Local Economy Lacks Diversity: Aside from Fort Sill, local healthcare, and education, high-paying corporate, technical, or specialized private-sector job opportunities can be limited.

• Public School System Performance: The local public school district (Lawton Public Schools) receives mixed to below-average academic ratings compared to state benchmarks.

• Extreme Weather & Severe Storms: Located in a active weather corridor, Lawton experiences hot summers (frequently exceeding 100°F), severe spring thunderstorms, high winds, and periodic risk of tornadoes.

• Infrastructure & Urban Sprawl Challenges: Many areas face aging road infrastructure, vacant commercial strip centers, and ongoing municipal efforts to manage blighted properties.