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About Bixby, OK

About Bixby, OK

“The Garden Spot of Oklahoma”

Dubbed “The Garden Spot of Oklahoma” because of its agricultural roots, Bixby is one of the fastest-growing communities in the state. This south Tulsa suburb grew by about 60 percent in the first decade of the 21st century and now hovers around 30,000. “It’s a great place to raise a family,” says Brian Frere, an agent with Keller Williams Realty Preferred. “Lots to do, friendly people, great schools.” Although the town has come a long way since its surrounding prairies first drew the attention of farmers in the early 1900s, Bixby is still a popular spot for buying fresh produce.

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North Bixby runs along side the Arkansas river outside of Tulsa.
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Sod farms are prevalent throughout North Bixby.
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Three days of live music and great BBQ awaits at Bixby BBQ and Blues.
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Harmony Bridge is a popular site for site seeing in North Bixby.
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Top-notch educational opportunities at Bixby Public Schools

The main driving force of the city’s popularity is the Bixby Public Schools district, an institution that earns an A from Niche and offers academic programs that provide structure for struggling students and help gifted ones realize their potential. With Bixby High School’s new academic building slated to open in 2025, the district should continue to be a magnet for Tulsa-area families. District sports programs attract the whole town. “The kids really run this town,” says Krystal Crockett, president and CEO of the Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce. “We’re just here to chauffeur them around.”

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Central Elementary is located right on Main st in Bixby.
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Bixby High school is located in the south of Bixby.
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Bixby North Intermediate is located in Bixby OK.
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Bixby East Intermediate and Elementary School share a campus on the Northeast side of Bixby.
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Bentley Park Sports Complex hosts youth events

Bentley Park Sports Complex is regarded as one of the best youth parks in Oklahoma and sets the stage for the city’s roster of sporting events and tournaments. The complex includes soccer, baseball and softball fields, bocce courts and horseshoe pits. With the Arkansas River carving a path through the city, waterside walking trails are abundant.

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Bentley Park Sports Complex has enclosed basketball courts available.
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Bentley Park Sports Complex splash pad and playground is the largest in the area.
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Kids love standing under the buckets on the splash pad at Bentley Park Sports Complex.
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Harmony Bridge in Bixby runs alongside route 64 through Bentley Park.
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New construction caters to a growing population

Bixby’s median home price of $380,000 is high by Tulsa standards, but lower than the national median of $407,000. Tulsa’s median is just below the $240,000 mark. Contemporary builds with cross-gabled roofs are a common sight as new construction hustles to keep pace with the growing demand. Properties are generally well-maintained, with many modest-sized builds priced in the $250,000 to $350,000 range. Custom-built homes on multiacre properties or luxury homes in gated communities might sell for $750,000 to $1.25 million, especially in neighborhoods like North Bixby.

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For those with a large family, Bixby offers larger homes to suit their needs.
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There are many new construction for residents looking for a new home in Bixby.
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There are newer homes available for residents of Bixby.
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North Bixby is located just East of the Arkansas River in Bixby.
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Stocking up on sports gear in the Downtown River District

The Downtown River District received a face-lift in the early 2020s, with red-brick paved streets accented by steel beams that arch overhead. Coffeehouses, shops and family-friendly restaurants represent most of the commercial activity. Shopping centers on the other side of South Memorial Drive are convenient grocery spots. The Rose District of Broken Arrow, another Tulsa suburb, awaits with trendy bars and cafés, bakeries and gift shops about 13 miles away. The Bixby Green Corn Festival sprouts up in the downtown area in late June. The celebration fills the streets with live music, craft booths, spirited contests and free corn on the cob. Pitmasters compete at the Bixby BBQ & Music Festival, held in May beneath the sheltering trees of Washington Irving Park. Construction is underway on a new performing arts center that will host live performances and serve as a venue for productions by Bixby Public Schools.

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Bixby Main street is decorated with a old town feel with a modern design.
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Copper Key Coffee is a Bixby favorite for early morning brew.
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Enjoy rides, fair food, delicious BBQ and great music at Bixby BBQ and Blues.
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Young and old alike enjoy the blues in a fun and festive atmosphere at Bixby BBQ and Blues.
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The commute to Tulsa on Highway 64

Many Bixby residents commute to Tulsa for work. The city is about 22 miles north and accessible via Memorial Drive. The drive to Tulsa International Airport is a bit shorter, about 20 miles. Medical professionals might also find jobs at Hillcrest Hospital South, 8 miles away in south Tulsa. Other local industries include retail and manufacturing.

Low crime rates and high tornado risk

FBI data indicates that the risk of violent crime is lower in Bixby than in the rest of Oklahoma and especially low by national standards. Over the past five years, the city has reported less than half the number of violent offenses per capita as nearby Tulsa. Bixby’s location within Tornado Alley translates into frequent storm watches and warnings and might increase homeowners’ insurance premiums. Residents also face hot temperatures throughout the summer months. Because of the town’s location on the Arkansas River, floods are a concern.

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Bixby by the Numbers

30,746
Population
$397K
Average Housing Value
53
Average Days on Market

Average Home Value



Source: Public Records

Top Schools in Bixby, OK

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Best Public Elementary Schools

Bixby North Elementary
#1 Bixby North Elementary
A
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West Elementary School
#2 West Elementary School
A-
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West Intermediate School
#3 West Intermediate School
A-
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Southeast Elementary School
#4 Southeast Elementary School
A
Niche
7
GreatSchools
Bixby North Intermediate
#5 Bixby North Intermediate
A-
Niche
7
GreatSchools
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
#6 Cedar Ridge Elementary School
A-
Niche
7
GreatSchools
Spring Creek Elementary School
#7 Spring Creek Elementary School
B+
Niche
7
GreatSchools
Wolf Creek Elementary School
#8 Wolf Creek Elementary School
B+
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7
GreatSchools
Bixby East Elementary
#9 Bixby East Elementary
A-
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5
GreatSchools

Best Public Middle Schools

Jenks East Intermediate Elementary School
#1 Jenks East Intermediate Elementary School
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6
GreatSchools
Bixby Middle School
#2 Bixby Middle School
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6
GreatSchools
Jenks Middle School
#3 Jenks Middle School
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6
GreatSchools
Broken Arrow Freshman Academy
#4 Broken Arrow Freshman Academy
B-
Niche
Twin Hills Public School
#5 Twin Hills Public School
B-
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6
GreatSchools
Ernest Childers Middle School
#6 Ernest Childers Middle School
B
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5
GreatSchools
Union 8th Grade Center
#7 Union 8th Grade Center
B
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5
GreatSchools
Union 6th-7th Grade Center
#8 Union 6th-7th Grade Center
B
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4
GreatSchools
Oliver Middle School
#9 Oliver Middle School
B+
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3
GreatSchools

Best Public High Schools

Union High School Freshman Academy
#1 Union High School Freshman Academy
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Jenks High School
#2 Jenks High School
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9
GreatSchools
Bixby High School
#3 Bixby High School
A
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8
GreatSchools
Union High School
#4 Union High School
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6
GreatSchools
Broken Arrow High School
#5 Broken Arrow High School
B+
Niche
6
GreatSchools
Broken Arrow Freshman Academy
#6 Broken Arrow Freshman Academy
B-
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Liberty High School
#7 Liberty High School
B-
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5
GreatSchools
Haskell High School
#8 Haskell High School
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3
GreatSchools
Bixby 9th Grade Center
#9 Bixby 9th Grade Center

Agents Specializing in this Area

Agent Spotlight

Sabrina Shaw
(539) 202-7455
They know what it is like to be both a buyer and a seller in today’s market and in this beautiful region. The Tulsa Metro area is an amazing place and they are proud to call it home.

They feel extremely fortunate to be able to do what they love in such a beautiful place. They know you have options when choosing an agent, which is why they work so hard to make their services stand out. Their personalized service, dedication to serving our clients, and their genuine talent for what they do, have helped buyers all over the Tulsa Metro area reach their real estate goals.

At Homes by Sabrina eXp Realty, they place your needs as their utmost priority in the home buying and selling process, streamlining it, so that you can enjoy your new home buying and selling adventure, and continue to live your life free of hassle! They make sure to consistently deliver outstanding results, like saving buyer-clients thousands of dollars and loads of stress and getting their seller-clients’ homes sold quickly at the highest price possible by using their unique comprehensive digital marketing strategy. They specialize in helping young families that have outgrown their current place, are looking to upsize, and wish to find homes for sale in the Tulsa area. Sabrina is a former high school principal, and as such, their forte includes assisting educators in the realty process, as well as tracking down grants they may be eligible for to support meeting financial goals in purchasing a home.

Sabrina’s approach to real estate is a bit different; With a fresh and unique approach to real estate, Sabrina is incorporating a 21st century comprehensive digital marketing strategy, used by fortune 500 companies, to enhance the real estate experience for her buyers and sellers alike. She is a social media marketing guru, constantly showing up where buyers and sellers are, educating them with her amazing video content. The market is forever changing, and she wants to make sure that she is ahead of the change, always evolving, using cutting edge techniques, and constantly being a student of her craft. Sabrina works with sellers, buyers, and investors and is known for her quality service and stellar reputation, ensuring great experiences for every client she represents. For sellers, Sabrina spends thousands of marketing dollars to highlight her clients’ homes properly. She doesn't just put your home on the MLS and hope that it sells…she can create the sale through her own digital marketing! With professional photographers, stagers, videographers, virtual tours, single property websites, and intricate advertising techniques, Sabrina prides herself at getting her top dollar, usually resulting in less time on the market than her competition. Her social media presence reaches tens of thousands of Tulsa Metro area locals and beyond every single week.

For sellers, Sabrina ensures marketing dollars are well spent to display her clients’ homes properly. Using professional photography, staging, videos and virtual tours, individual web pages, and custom advertising, Sabrina’s goal is top dollar for your house and less time on the market than her competition. Her website and social media effectively connect to those looking in the Tulsa Metro area.

With careful detail to how contracts are written and clear, concise communication with her clients she ensures the absolute best price with the best terms for her buyers. She will help through every phase of the process, budgeting, financing, loan details, and goals for your perfect house.

Sabrina is passionate about education. She is a former high school principal and is very close to achieving a doctorate degree! Her intention is to employ decades of background and past experience in the most effective way to help clients buy with confidence and sell with success! Her guidance and market knowledge can mean the difference between getting the best home for you at the best price and falling victim to common mistakes and difficulties in the home buying or selling process.

Sabrina's experience, expertise, and passion are why she is excited to represent buyers and sellers alike. She is dedicated to serving you with an amazing buying or selling experience so that you can continue to focus on living your life! You can place your trust in Homes by Sabrina eXp Realty and know that her priorities are your interests, goals, and sharing information with you throughout this process.

Because they love living and working here in Oklahoma so much, it makes it easy to help families and investors buy and sell local properties. You deserve a stress-free home buying or selling process, so let them worry about the details…

If you want to chat real estate or even just connect for a quick coffee, reach out to them anytime!
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