Northern Hills Homes for Rent

Northern Hills, located in Edmond, Oklahoma, is a vibrant neighborhood adjacent to the University of Central Oklahoma. The area is popular among students, investors, and families due to its top-rated schools and urban amenities. Homes here range from early 1900s builds to more common 1980s constructions, with architectural styles including Colonial Revival, New Traditional, and brick ranch-style homes. The neighborhood is part of Edmond’s opportunity zone, attracting investors with tax incentives. Northern Hills is about a mile from downtown Edmond, which features a walkable strip with restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and locally owned stores. The Edmond Railyard food hall, with its eight restaurants and large covered patio, is a local favorite. Residents also have access to chain stores and grocery options at the Shoppes at Edmond University on 2nd Street. The neighborhood offers a variety of things to do, including farmers markets, arts festivals, and the monthly Heard on Hurd street festival with live music and food trucks. Johnson Park provides a quiet spot for kids to play, while nearby Fink Park and E.C. Hafer Park offer more extensive recreational facilities. The KickingBird golf course is also close by. Students attend highly rated schools, starting at Northern Hills Elementary, then moving to Sequoyah Middle, and finally Edmond North High School. Northern Hills has a crime rate on par with the national average, and the area is well-connected with sidewalks and free bus lines, though most residents use cars. Downtown Oklahoma City is a 15-mile drive via U.S. Route 77.