c.1925 Four Bedroom Oklahoma Handyman Special Under $46K
$45,125
This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath Oklahoma handyman special is nestled on an oversized double lot, fully fenced and complete with a detached 1-car garage.
Realtor Comments
Large living and dining space with kitchen extending to back porch and laundry area with extra shelving for storage. Large master suite with double sliding doors looking out onto the huge backyard. Close to the High School and Ballpark, and in close proximity to numerous other amenities. Call for your appointment and see this home before it sells!
- 4bed
- 2bath
- Circa 1925
119 Hill Ave, Blackwell, OK 74631 $45,125
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: Mary Beth Moore
Pros
• Very Low Cost of Living
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Overall cost of living is about 20–25% below the U.S. average, with housing roughly 70–80% cheaper
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Median home price hovers around $63K–77K, and rent is around $650–935/month, significantly under national averages .
• Affordable Utilities & Healthcare
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Utilities, groceries, transportation, and healthcare all run below average: utilities (–4%), groceries (–6%), healthcare (~–18%) .
• Tight-Knit, Rural Community
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Small population (~6,000) fosters a rural, friendly atmosphere with community pride
• Above-Average Public Schools
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Local schools earn a “B” in overall public school quality from Niche
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High school graduation rate (~90%) aligns with state averages
• Outdoor Recreation & Local Culture
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Multiple parks (Riverside, Memorial, Bagby, Rogers, etc.), a golf course, museums, pool, and community events like the fair and quilt trails
⚠️ Cons
• Limited Employment Opportunities
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Median household income (~$42K–50K) is 30–40% below national average; unemployment higher (~6–11%) .
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Job market largely centered on agriculture, manufacturing, and small businesses .
• Higher Crime Rates than Peers
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Combined crime rate is higher than many Oklahoma towns; violent crime ~1 in 289 chance, property crime ~1 in 57
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Niche rates crime and safety as “C+”
• Poor Healthcare Infrastructure
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Local hospital and clinics exist, but for many specialist services residents often drive to Ponca City or Oklahoma City .
• Limited Local Amenities & Public Transit
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Few shopping, dining, or entertainment venues; low walkability and no real public transit — most get around by car
• Weather Risks
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Located in tornado-prone area; notably hit by an F5 tornado in 1955
