The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 74441 sells for about $223,000, or $138 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 74441
The housing market in 74441 is characterized by slow, steady price growth and limited inventory, reflecting a rural market with low turnover. Current conditions are driven by local demand for affordable housing and recreational access, though the market faces challenges related to vacancy and limited economic diversification. Figures for specific metrics like active listings and days on market are based on current portal data, while demographic data is sourced from the most recent ACS estimates.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious family buyers and outdoor enthusiasts who prioritize access to regional lakes and rivers over proximity to major urban employment centers.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 14.5% — 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 5.7%/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 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 74441, Cherokee 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 Hulbert area are generally lower than the national average, though property crime remains the primary concern for local law enforcement.
Schools serving the 74441 ZIP code are primarily managed by Hulbert Public Schools, which maintains a modest academic performance rating relative to state averages.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity; flood risk is localized to areas near the Illinois River.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural, tourism, and service-sector employment, with limited large-scale industrial development currently underway.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by the Cherokee County Assessor; the rate is determined by local millage levies which fund school districts and county services.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to Tahlequah or Muskogee for employment and major services.
The area is highly regarded for outdoor recreation, featuring proximity to Lake Fort Gibson and the Illinois River for fishing, boating, and camping.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and steady demand for affordable housing, with limited institutional investor presence.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, agriculture, and public sector employment, with significant influence from the nearby Cherokee Nation headquarters in Tahlequah.
Transportation infrastructure is limited to state highways; there is no public transit system serving the area.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in the ZIP.
The Cherokee County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine fair market value for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and county-level levies; no major MUD or PID districts are currently active in this ZIP.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather risks, including wind and hail exposure, leading to moderate-to-high coverage costs.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables for 74441.
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.
- River Country Water Park4.317.9 mi
- SkateHouse4.512.2 mi
- Legacy Party Pros4.815.6 mi
- The Castle of Muskogee - Halloween Festival4.516.1 mi
- Cherokee Casino Tahlequah3.712.5 mi
- Cherokee Casino Fort Gibson3.812.2 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.215.2 mi
- Kroner & Baer- Wood Fired Pizza & Bar4.612.1 mi
- Sequoyah State Park4.63.9 mi
- Sequoyah Bay State Park4.46 mi
- Cherokee Casino Tahlequah3.712.5 mi
- Cherokee Casino Fort Gibson3.812.2 mi
- Fort Gibson Historic Site4.69.6 mi
- Cherokee National History Museum4.812.1 mi
- Fort Gibson Historic Site4.69.6 mi
- Muskogee War Memorial Park: Home of the USS Batfish4.712 mi
- Five Civilized Tribes Museum4.517.3 mi
- Cherokee Nation Gift Shop4.712.5 mi
- Sequoyah State Park4.63.9 mi
- Sequoyah Bay State Park4.46 mi
- Maple Park4.310.2 mi
- Seminole Campground4.84.8 mi
- Taylor's Ferry Beach4.55.2 mi
- Whitehorn Cove Marina4.36.6 mi
- Port Muskogee Three Forks Harbor4.413.1 mi
- Paradise Cove Marina4.84.4 mi
- Cypress Cove Marina & Cabins4.45.9 mi
- Bluewater Bay Marina4.618.2 mi
- Cherokee Springs Golf Club4.412.5 mi
- Dollar General3.811.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional reservoir offering boating, fishing, and recreation.
Popular destination for floating, kayaking, and scenic outdoor activities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).