Located just 90 miles southwest of Oklahoma City and situated near the Wichita Mountains, Lawton is the third largest city in the state of Oklahoma. It is estimated that there will be population growth of about 10% over the next 5 years in the Lawton-Fort Sill area, making Lawton-Fort Sill a great relocation destination. Click to discover more about Lawton, OK real estate, or check out the latest Lawton MLS listings below.
Lawton's housing market is recognized as the strongest in all of Oklahoma, as well as one of the top national markets currently. There are many homes for sale in Lawton, with most properties being single-family dwellings, and a sprinkling of duplexes in the mix. Lawton, Oklahoma homes range from under $30,000 for historic fixer-uppers, to $600,000 for large, recent-construction houses. There truly is something for every price range in the Lawton, OK real estate market.
The Lawton, Oklahoma area economy is partially dependant on the military base at Fort Sill as well as manufacturing, health care, education, and other types of employment. The major employers in Lawton are the Fort Sill military base, Goodyear, the school district, Cameron University, Comanche County Hospital, and the City of Lawton. There are many opportunities for employment and business in Lawton, due in part to the planned revitalization and restoration of the downtown area. There are also a number of new restaurants and business spaces opening up. While many areas of the country are struggling, Lawton-Fort Sill is an area ripe with growth and economic opportunity, perfect for relocation.
Most of Lawton, Oklahoma is served by the Lawton Public School District, which has 35 schools ranging from elementary to high school level. Lawton residents also have the option of sending their children to one of Lawton's three private schools. For older students looking to complete their higher education, Cameron University offers over 50 degrees ranging from associate to master’s degree programs.
Lawton, Oklahoma has 80 parks and recreation areas, and 3 major lakes. There is a wide variety of outdoor activities that residents can engage in around the Lawton, OK area, including fishing, camping, swimming, hiking, and a variety of water sports.
The area is also close to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Reserve, which works to preserve the natural ecosystem found in this region of Oklahoma. Visitors are welcome to utilize the refuge for hiking and camping trips while enjoying the vast 59,020-acre park. The refuge is over 100 years old and home to more than 350 types of animals, including bison, deer, and elk. Hunting enthusiasts are welcome to apply for the annual controlled hunt that takes place to help maintain healthy numbers of deer and elk in the refuge.
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