The “Tri-City Area” southwest of Oklahoma City is made up of three small communities: Newcastle, Tuttle and Blanchard. While Newcastle is in McClain County and Tuttle is part of Grady County, Blanchard straddles the line between both. It’s also in the center of the trio population-wise, with 9,000 residents who are quick to reach out to newcomers. “It’s really tight-knit,” says Marcie Billen, a Realtor with Keller Williams Mulinix and host of Oklahoma Real Estate on YouTube. “I went to one of the diners last year with clients, and three different families introduced themselves.” The rural town is slowly growing as more people cotton to the benefits of living close to the capital and its largest suburb, Norman. “The metro area is pushing out toward the outskirts, and Blanchard is on the outskirts,” says Melissa Murchison, Realtor with MK Partners. “You have people trying to get away from the city, but not so far out that they can’t commute to a job, or shopping, or entertainment.”
The clean streets of Blanchard make this a great place to live.
The original Blanchard elevated water tower was constructed in 1926.
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Easy ride on Highway 62
The oil industry maintains a firm hold on the local economy, but most residents work in the larger cities nearby. Commuters have a 15-mile ride to Norman and a 30-mile drive to Oklahoma City. Highways 9 and 62 provide the best route to Norman, as they’re typically well-maintained and have few stoplights. Highway 62 also connects to Interstate 44, which leads into Oklahoma City. Some residents might make the 20-mile commute west to Chickasha, the seat of Grady County and home of the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma.
New construction on large lots
The median home price in Blanchard is $330,000, higher than in Oklahoma City but significantly lower than the national median. Plenty of well-maintained homes and contemporary new builds are priced from $200,000 to $400,000. One of the perks of Blanchard’s real estate market is land availability, so many properties include sizable acreage. Luxury homes in West Blanchard can sell for $500,000 to $750,000, and some builders are casting their nets farther west toward Tuttle. “A lot of the new construction is actually in Bridge Creek,” Billen says. “That’s a different town, but it’s still Blanchard-ish.”
The fall in Blanchard is a beautiful time to enjoy the changing leaves on the tall oaks.
Ranch style brick homes are part of the landscape in Blanchard.
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Performing arts at Blanchard High School
The Blanchard Public Schools district earns a Niche grade of B-plus. In 2024, Blanchard High School added the Jody Miller Performing Arts Center to its campus in honor of one of its most notable alumni. The University of Oklahoma is 14 miles away in Norman and employs nearly 20,000 people.
The teachers are staff are dedicated to teaching the students at Blanchard Elementary School.
Blanchard Middle School has earned at A- rating on Niche.
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Hitting the trail or the links
Parks in and around Blanchard feature scenic walking trails, athletic fields and outdoor exercise equipment. Golfers hit the links at Winter Creek Golf & Social Club or one of several courses in nearby Norman.
Lions Park is in Blanchard Oklahoma.
Sergeant Tony K. Burris, born in Blanchard, won the Congressional Medal of Honor.
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Blanchard Bluegrass Festival at Lions Park
The May Daze Festival gets summer off to an early start downtown with a carnival, craft fair and live music. Held in Lions Park, August’s Bluegrass Festival starts with an evening of gospel music before paying homage to the off-beat acoustics of its namesake genre. Restored classic cars hit the road during Mufflers on Main, held in September.
The Shops at Blanchard Town Square
Blanchard’s pocket-sized downtown consists of a half-block of shops and bistros built into the old town square. A few grocery stores and chain restaurants are scattered along the major highways, but the closest shopping centers are about 10 miles away in Newcastle.
Ten Arrows Coffee & Bistro occasionally offers live music on the weekends in Blanchard.
Blanchard locals don't have to travel far for a great haircut at Scissortail Salon.
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Crime rates and wildfire risk
According to state government data, Blanchard’s crime rates are significantly lower than Oklahoma City’s. However, the threat of wildfires has ravaged Blanchard’s landscape and infrastructure for the past several years, an issue that can also negatively impact the region’s air quality.
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