The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 73103 sells for about $388,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +14% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 73103 — Oklahoma City
The 73103 housing market is characterized by steady demand for historic properties near the urban core, with a median price of $388,000. While inventory remains tight, the market is seeing moderate price appreciation and competitive activity. Investors and buyers are drawn to the area's walkability and proximity to downtown, though older housing stock requires careful due diligence.
This ZIP fits urban professionals, historic home enthusiasts, and those seeking proximity to downtown Oklahoma City. It is less suited for buyers prioritizing large-lot suburban living or top-tier school districts.
Median prices moved up 14.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 15.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 73103, Oklahoma County, OK
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the 73103 area are generally higher than the Oklahoma state average, reflecting typical urban core challenges. Local law enforcement focuses on community-based policing to address property crime trends.
Schools serving the 73103 area are part of the Oklahoma City Public Schools district, which faces ongoing challenges with academic performance and resource allocation compared to suburban districts.
The area is subject to standard Oklahoma risks, including severe thunderstorms, high winds, and occasional tornado activity. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near drainage basins.
Economic momentum is driven by the revitalization of the Oklahoma City urban core, with proximity to the Innovation District and downtown employment hubs. Infrastructure improvements focus on urban connectivity and historic district preservation.
Property taxes are assessed by the Oklahoma County Assessor based on fair market value, with millage rates determined by local school districts and municipal levies. Homestead exemptions are available for primary residences.
Residents enjoy a central location with short drive times to downtown Oklahoma City and major employment centers via I-235 and I-40. Public transit options are limited, making the area primarily car-dependent.
The ZIP features access to historic neighborhood parks, proximity to the Paseo Arts District, and easy reach to the amenities of downtown Oklahoma City, including museums and dining.
The rental market shows moderate vacancy pressure, with a mix of historic single-family rentals and small multi-family units. Demand is supported by proximity to the urban core, though investor activity is tempered by older housing stock maintenance costs.
The economy is anchored by state government, healthcare, and the growing energy and aerospace sectors in the broader Oklahoma City metro area. The ZIP benefits from its proximity to the downtown business district.
The area is served by a grid of arterial roads providing access to major highway corridors, including I-235 and I-40. Public transit is provided by EMBARK bus services.
Development is focused on urban infill and the preservation of historic architectural character. No major large-scale commercial developments are currently under construction within the ZIP boundaries.
The Oklahoma County Assessor maintains property valuations based on annual market analysis and physical inspections.
Parcels are subject to Oklahoma City municipal taxes and Oklahoma County levies, including school district and vocational-technical school taxes.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, including wind and hail, leading to higher-than-average costs for older homes.
Oklahoma has experienced steady net domestic migration gains, driven by affordability and a growing job market in the central region.
Oklahoma is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention to complete the foreclosure process, which typically extends the timeline for lenders.
Sellers are required to provide a Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement, detailing known material defects in the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Frontier City48 mi
- Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City44.4 mi
- Brickopolis Family Entertainment Center4.51.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Oklahoma City4.23.7 mi
- Sky Zone4.19.8 mi
- Paycom Center4.71.9 mi
- Oklahoma City Convention Center4.72.1 mi
- Topgolf Oklahoma City4.47.8 mi
- OKC Fair Park4.23 mi
- Chicken N Pickle - Oklahoma City4.44.6 mi
- Oklahoma City Zoo4.53.5 mi
- Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum4.91.2 mi
- Science Museum Oklahoma4.73.4 mi
- Cinemark Tinseltown Oklahoma City and XD4.53.6 mi
- Frontier City48 mi
- Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum4.91.2 mi
- Science Museum Oklahoma4.73.4 mi
- National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum4.83.8 mi
- Devon Park4.73.9 mi
- SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology4.89.7 mi
- Oklahoma City Zoo4.53.5 mi
- Scissortail Park4.72.1 mi
- Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum4.91.2 mi
- Myriad Botanical Gardens4.71.7 mi
- Buck Thomas Park4.510 mi
- Lake Stanley Draper Marina4.311.8 mi
- Lake Overholser Boathouse4.48.3 mi
- Lake Hefner Marina4.56 mi
- Topgolf Oklahoma City4.47.8 mi
- Lincoln Park Golf Course4.63.2 mi
- Earlywine Golf Course4.310.2 mi
- Lake Hefner Golf Club4.26.3 mi
- Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club4.64.3 mi
- Penn Square Mall4.32.8 mi
- OKC Outlets4.47.5 mi
- Quail Springs Mall4.38.8 mi
- WinCo Foods4.33.7 mi
- Old Paris Flea Market4.23.4 mi
- Will Rogers International Airport4.48.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic district known for art galleries, studios, and local restaurants.
Provides green space and recreational facilities for local residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.