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Kickingbird

Kickingbird

Suburban Neighborhood in Edmond, Oklahoma

Oklahoma County 73034

$364,498 Average Value
$177 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

High-flying community centered around excellent schools

How did a neighborhood in Edmond — a suburb north of Oklahoma City — earn an unusual name like “Kickingbird”? The origins trace back to the 19th century when a newspaper editor named Milton Reynolds used the high-flying moniker as a pen name. Kicking Bird was also the name of one of Reynolds' close friends, a Kiowa chief. The city would eventually use some of the Reynolds' family land to develop a golf course named in Milton’s honor. The Kickingbird Golf Club is the oldest golf course in Edmond and is recognized as one of the best public courses in Oklahoma, but it’s only one reason to consider a move to the area. “The schools are why we bought here,” says Lauren Sargeant, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Elite. “And we have everything we need in Edmond, so there’s no reason to go to Oklahoma City.”

Kickingbird in Edmond attracts buyers with its top-rated schools and peaceful setting.
Kickingbird in Edmond attracts buyers with its top-rated schools and peaceful setting.
Kickingbird offers residents expansive homes with the privacy of old-growth trees.
Kickingbird offers residents expansive homes with the privacy of old-growth trees.
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Hitting the links at Kickingbird Golf Course

The golf course that gives the neighborhood its name is also the jewel in its crown. The flow of the 18-hole public course allows golfers to cycle back toward the clubhouse around the midway point. Other facilities include a putting green, pro shop and driving range. The Lookout is an onsite restaurant serving breakfast and pub-style fare like sandwiches and wings. “The Lookout has giant windows so you can see out to the course,” Sargeant says. Less than a quarter mile from Kickingbird Golf Course, Icon Cinema screens the latest flicks. The shaded walking trail at nearby Fair Cloud Park weaves past a basketball court and playground in a quiet residential area.

The Kickingbird Golf Course serves as the centerpiece of its namesake neighborhood.
The Kickingbird Golf Course serves as the centerpiece of its namesake neighborhood.
The Lookout at Kickingbird Golf serves various food options to visitors.
The Lookout at Kickingbird Golf serves various food options to visitors.
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Edmond-North High School, home of the Huskies

Students with Kickingbird addresses benefit from Edmond’s highly rated school system. Northern Hills Elementary has been recognized as a Blue Ribbon School, and Sequoyah Middle School offers engaging electives like drama, engineering and world leadership. During Edmond-North High School’s BALTO (Bring A Light To Others) Week, students organize events and activities to raise money for a designated charitable cause. The acronym pays homage to the famed Siberian husky that helped deliver medical supplies to Nome, Alaska, during the diphtheria epidemic of 1925 — a fitting tribute, given that the husky is Edmond-North’s school mascot. All three schools are a short drive from the neighborhood and earn a Niche grade of A. Also nearby is the University of Central Oklahoma, a major area employer serving 12,000 students.

Younger students may attend Northern Hills Elementary.
Younger students may attend Northern Hills Elementary.
Edmond North High School is a highly sought after school in the Edmond Public School District.
Edmond North High School is a highly sought after school in the Edmond Public School District.
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Custom-built brick and stone houses on wooded streets

Houses with stylish brick and stone exteriors peek out from wooded front yards on Kickingbird’s curved streets and cul-de-sacs. Gabled roof accents and attached garages are standard features, and most lots measure at least a half-acre. In-ground swimming pools with patios offer luxurious touches to many homes. Paved, level sidewalks make it easy to stroll to the neighbor’s house or take the dog for an evening walk. Prices trend higher than the national median of $416,000 and exceptionally high for Oklahoma City, though homes tend to sell within a month of going up for sale. Buyers can expect to spend $375,000 to $600,000 for a modest-sized ranch-style or split-level house, while large modern custom builds run $1 million to $2 million. Condos and townhomes typically sell for $200,000 to $300,000.

Kickingbird boasts a vast array of large homes, perfect for growing families.
Kickingbird boasts a vast array of large homes, perfect for growing families.
Buyers can find townhomes in Kickingbird priced $200,000 to $300,000.
Buyers can find townhomes in Kickingbird priced $200,000 to $300,000.
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Burgers and beer in a renovated garage

Although much of the neighborhood is residential, plenty of restaurants and grocery stores sit on the outskirts. Sweet and savory breakfast dishes get days off on the right foot at Neighborhood JAM’s East 2nd Street location. An extensive menu of Mexican favorites earns high marks for Los Arcos, conveniently tucked into the Bryant Square Shopping Center. While at Bryant Square, shoppers can pore through the shelves at Ross Dress for Less and Uptown Cheapskate, a local thrift store. Down the road, diners fuel up at Smitty’s Garage Burgers & Beer, a gas-station-themed eatery with an impressive craft beer list. Groceries are available from Homeland, located near the golf course. Walmart, Target and Lowe's are also nearby.

The Garage Burgers & Beer near Kickingbird is a popular American-style restaurant.
The Garage Burgers & Beer near Kickingbird is a popular American-style restaurant.
Kickingbird residents can enjoy the delicious Okie Benedict at Neighborhood JAM nearby.
Kickingbird residents can enjoy the delicious Okie Benedict at Neighborhood JAM nearby.
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A stone’s throw from OU Health Edmond Medical Center

The neighborhood is adjacent to OU Health-Edmond Medical Center, a community hospital that has served Edmond for 75 years. The University of Central Oklahoma is within a mile, and downtown Edmond is 2 miles away. Several Citylink bus routes serve the area, but most stops are near the apartment complexes south of the golf course. Downtown Oklahoma City is 20 miles away, and it’s about a 25-mile drive to Will Rogers World Airport. Interstate 35 is about a mile and a half east of Kickingbird and offers the fastest route downtown.

Citylink bus routes serve Kickingbird, mostly stopping near apartments south of the course.
Citylink bus routes serve Kickingbird, mostly stopping near apartments south of the course.
Kickingbird is 20 miles from downtown OKC, where residents can enjoy various activities.
Kickingbird is 20 miles from downtown OKC, where residents can enjoy various activities.
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Navigating Tornado Alley in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City sees an average of five severe tornadoes per year. While the weeks from March through May are considered “tornado season,” twisters can strike at any time. Homebuyers should check their insurance policies to ensure extensive coverage for wind damage.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Will Rogers World

43 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Kickingbird US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$480,000
Median Single Family Price
$545,500
Median Townhouse Price
$210,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$177
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$493,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
124%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
422
Median Year Built
1979
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,036
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,733
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,908

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,452
Median Age
30
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$65,049
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,501

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
70%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.9%
% Population in Labor Force
72%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
9''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

38 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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