Broken Arrow, OK Real Estate, Homes For Sale, School & Area Information

In the days of Indian Territory, Broken Arrow was settled by Muscogee Creek Indians relocating during the Trail of Tears. The Broken Arrow Muscogee people built log homes and farms. Their spring water was provided by a spring that is located in what we now call Roy Harral Nature Park. Later on, the Muscogee Nation chose to settle their capital in Okmulgee. The earliest church and school for the Muscogee Nation were placed on opposing sides of the river and a ferry was used to transport them. That ferry was located in Broken Arrow on what is now called the Indian Springs Sports Complex.

Following the Civil War, the US built railways through Muscogee Nation connecting Muskogee to Tulsa, and opened up the land for communal ownership despite the wishes of the Muscogee Nation. The railway was significant for the agricultural economy to ship their goods. The city of Broken Arrow was established in 1902 in the Indian Territory five years prior to statehood.
Broken Arrow is situated between the Creek Turnpike and Highway 51 which takes commuters straight into downtown Tulsa and surrounding areas for work. The industries in Broken Arrow vary from banking, retail, aviation, and manufacturing to home building and construction. Those commuting to Tulsa experience a brief drive averaging 18 minutes. The community now boasts a population of over 100,000 members and is one of the largest school districts in Oklahoma. Overall, the Broken Arrow School District is rated #4 in the state. For athletes, it is ranked #28. The overall grade for the district is a B. It excels in clubs and activities as well as diversity. The student-teacher ratio for Broken Arrow is 19:1.

Things to do in Broken Arrow include fine arts performances at the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center and the Broken Arrow Playhouse, touring the Blue Bell Ice Creamery, hike in the park at Haikey Creek or Ray Harral Nature Park. You can enjoy a nice dip in the pool at the Family Aquatics Center, shop at Bass Pro, or hit a couple of museums such as Museum Broken Arrow or Military History Museum. Other enjoyable outings can include bowling, movies, and antique shopping at places like Jade on Main Street. Others might enjoy shopping at boutiques and trying new restaurants in the downtown Rose District which is bustling with activity and excitement over the renovated downtown area. Perhaps a visit to Broken Arrow’s newest park treasure, Elam, a master plan park on 53 acres would suit the whole family. It has an 18-hole golf course, community center, aquatics center, nature pavilion, and butterfly garden in addition to a playground, splash pad, and exercise stations where you can work out if you don’t want to play tennis, pickleball, or swing in the hammocks. Throughout the year they have parades for Rooster Day Festival, Christmas, and other activities and festivals. One of the more well-known holiday outings is the Rhema Church Christmas Light Display that people travel from miles around to view it. Anywhere you go in Broken Arrow, there is something to do!

The Rose District is Broken Arrow’s super charming, super chic destination for food, drinks, shopping, and sidewalk conversations. On a sunny day, you’ll find the doors open and the hospitality flowing. It is a great date night spot or perfect for an afternoon stroll with the girlfriends. Definitely worth a trip to explore all it has to offer.

City of Broken Arrow announced this week that they are going to build a 53 acre public park. This huge new park will include many different activities for adults and children to explore. Playgrounds, splash pads, tennis and basketball courts, and frisbee golf course just to name a few. Check out the link below for more information.

McAllister's Deli in Broken Arrow has the best sandwiches and iced tea in the city. It is always a treat to go to McAllister's Deli for lunch. Popular choices are the French dip and Ruben sandwiches. Healthy options include some really delicious salads. If you are in Broken Arrow, give McAllister's Deli a try.

Broken Arrow is continuing to outpace our cities in expansion and modernization. Street widening projects, automated utilities tracking, and a thriving downtown Rose District are bringing Broken Arrow to the forefront of desirable places to live in the greater Tulsa area. The city planners and managers have been careful to keep the same small-town feel to this community. Numerous spring and summer events including the farmers market make Broken Arrow a great place to raise a family. Check out this latest update from the City of Broken Arrow Oklahoma.

Tragic snowmelt has quickly brought an end to the many snow sculptures and front yard snowmen and women across our community. The last of the snow from our last subzero storm has begun to melt. Noticeable higher traffic volumes as citizens climb out of their homes and get back to their weekend routines of going to the store and church. Many have had plumbing issues due to frozen pipes. Although the storm brought on many complications and closures, it also brought neighbors and the community together. One of the things I love most about Oklahoma is the way that neighbors and complete strangers rise to the occasion to help one another. Joyce and I called many of our past clients and were able to bring groceries and laughter to an otherwise isolating event. Most of the year we have little need for our four-wheel drive Chevy, but at the extremes, it is sure nice to have.

The main roads in Broken Arrow are well groomed and clear for the most part, but the neighborhoods are very icy and slippery. Even with my 4x4 I am slipping around on neighborhood streets. I have also noticed some drivers entering neighborhoods too fast and not being able to stop. Remember to give yourself a lot of room to slow down before stop signs and traffic lights. Drive slow and stay safe. The ice and snow should all be melting within a couple days.

Are you looking for a little challenge on the course? Do you seek one of the best courses in the Nation? Well, here you go!

Built in 1967 by a group of Tulsa businessman, J.A. Buddy LaFortune best known for his golf course designs, worked alongside Joe Finger to design a challenging course that would be considered to be one of the best in the nation. Finger and LaFourtune designed a course that "ranks at the top of all of his designed courses" and is "one of the finest in the nation" (Finger 1967).

This specific course not only allows a challenge for its golfers but offers a "natural beauty" allowing its participants to soak in a relaxing environment while enjoying a little friendly competition. Cedar Ridge Country Club not only offers "eighty-seven sand traps", beautiful scenery, tennis courts, swimming, a dining area offering social events, and memberships!
Check out the website below for more information.

Ice ice baby!! A cold snap has come down from the North and created some icy conditions for Broken Arrow residents. Parking lots and residential streets are covered in thick ice. This is not typical for this time of year, the average temperatures for Broken arrow and Wagoner County are mid 50's during the day and mid 30's at night. It is the wind and moisture levels that are creating the low temperatures and icy conditions. Looking forward to March and April where the average temperatures range from highs in the mid-60's to the low 70's and nighttime temps around the mid 50's. Stay warm out there and if you do not need to be on the roads stay at home this week.

White River Fish Market has been a Tulsa fixture since 1932. This restaurant and fish market picks up fresh seafood daily from the Tulsa International Airport to provide the best in town. White River's second location is in Broken Arrow at Lynn Lane and Kenosha Avenue. If you have not been to this newer location, you are missing the boat. This 7,200 square foot facility houses both a restaurant and a fresh fish market. Seafood delights can be prepared deep-fried, broiled, or grilled; it's your choice. There are many small appetizers, a wide variety of side dishes, and large portion lunch and dinner platters to choose from. My suggestion is the fish skewer grilled or broiled with blackened seasoning. The deep-fried clams and shrimp would be a close second choice.

No matter what you order, the seafood here is delicious. Open from 10:30 a.m.to 8:00 p.m. daily and closed on Sundays, this restaurant has something for everyone. If you are in a hurry or just looking for fresh fish to go, you can order from the restaurant or pick up some fresh seafood to take home and prepare yourself. You will have the most exciting fishing story to tell your friends after dining at White River Market.

It's that time again for the traditional Rhema Lights extravaganza!!! A Broken Arrow tradition since 1982 this light display boasts over two million lights on display. Welcoming visitors from dusk till 11:30 p.m. this light display is a winner for everyone. This is a family-friendly event and there are concessions available for snacks and hot chocolate. This event is not to be missed and has become a family tradition in our household for years. Feel free to walk around the grounds or for those of us who are more susceptible to the Covid-19 virus you can drive through this display. Be sure to watch out for young children running across the road in excitement as it can be very dark and busy at the road crossings. Check out heir website link provided below for more information.

Met with a client this morning at the Apple Barrel Cafe in Broken Arrow located at 101st and Elm in the New Orleans Corridor. It has been a while since I have eaten here and as always it was a great experience. The staff is always so friendly and the food is delicious. I can honestly say that I have never had a bad meal here at the Apple Barrel Cafe. My favorite is the chicken fried steak. Their salads are also wonderful. If you have a large group they can accommodate groups without a reservation. The Cafe is always busy, but there is room for everyone. If you are looking for a hearty home-cooked meal in your home away from home, give the Apple Barrel a try today.

This beautiful park is part of the Rose District dedicated to our veterans. It was humbling today to walk through the park with the fountain, flags, and memorials. In honor of Veterans Day tomorrow, it is such a wonderful tribute to our veterans. Thank you for your service to our country! We are free because of the great sacrifice of the veteran and his family. We know freedom does not come free! If you are in Broken Arrow, take the time to visit this beautiful park and honor our veterans.

The newly establish and soon to be revitalized New Orleans District in Broken Arrow is the location of Caribbean Sushi. This Asian/Caribbean island influenced restaurant is a great place to try something new. Joyce and I had lunch here last Sunday and finally found an answer to the question... Where can we go locally to try something new to eat? The answer is Caribbean Sushi.

The chef and staff are super friendly here. The restaurant is clean and comfortable. We chose to sit at the high bar and watch our meals being prepared. The skill and care in meal preparation by the owners are impressive. I tried some really hot ghost peppers that were sliced so thin that they were not overwhelmingly hot, but instead very flavorful. Caribbean Sushi has daily specials and the dining room is open until 8:00 p.m.

We ordered a California sushi roll and it was excellent. After that, we moved on to ordering poke bowls and each of us tried something different. Joyce had the hot and spicy poke bowl and I ordered the mighty poke bowl which has a little bit of everything in it. The food here was fantastic to the point that I was frustrated that I had never heard of or had never eaten here before. Well, the secret is out and I invite you to try Caribbean Sushi for yourself.

It was a true case of saving the downtown of Broken Arrow, through the vision of great leadership that transformed a once-vacant downtown area into a thriving venue of entertainment called the Rose District. The Rose District includes several blocks of downtown with many new businesses opening recently. It's a place the entire family can enjoy, so check it out and take some time to see for yourself what the Rose District has to offer.

Broken Arrow is a great community to live in. Two top school districts, Union and Broken Arrow School cover this city. Local restaurants and shopping are abundant and provide a wonderful variety of options. A few of the safest neighborhoods include the Turtle Creek, Country Aire, and Wedgewood subdivisions. Here you can find a variety of homes to fit anyone's preference. Home prices range from the $150's to just over $200,000. These neighborhoods are family focused and you can often find neighbors out talking with one another in the evenings after work. Broken Arrow still has that friendly small town feel, but with all of the conveniences of a big city. The downtown main street has been revitalized and has many specialty dining and shopping spots to choose from. Crime is low and the citizens watch out for one another through community watch programs and online neighborhood blogs and websites. Country Aire offers a park and a pool for its residents. These subdivisions are located close to many shopping and dining choices. Broken Arrow is also a short commute to Downtown Tulsa making this city the best choice to live.

The Nature Works Art Show is coming to the Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center, 200 W. Albany St. in Broken Arrow this weekend. Over 40 artist will be on hand to sell and talk about their art in person. If you have ever been interested in becoming an artist or just want to observe or purchase a great accent piece for your home or office, this show is for you.

The Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center is a great location to hold your own event or have visitors to the area stay for a night or two. The art work and ambiance within the center is something to see on its own. The Nature Works Art Show is a great opportunity to familiarize yourself with this great facility here in Broken Arrow just past the Bass Pro Shops.

Main Street Broken Arrow, is downtown in the Rose District. There are some specialty shops offering gifts and items for purchase. Here is a city link for more information: http://rosedistrict.com/.

Today we are eating at Andolini's Pizzeria!!! They have a great selection of pizza pies for any taste or budget. They have real Italian pizza ovens. The food is great. This is a family friendly place and fun spot to hang out. It can get busy in the evenings and on the weekends, but the wait is never long. Come hungry because it's delicious!!!

This area just south of 131st and east of 145th offers a complex with opportunities for soccer and baseball from little league to competitive sports. It has areas to relax with the family between games and/or a snack from the snack bars. Or, just cheering your favorite player on the field. It definitely is a positive Broken Arrow offers to the community for all children to participate in sports.

While the Rose District has been hosting special events for years, everything from parades to fireworks to a night on the town, it has not always been so successful. The Rose District was brought revitalized in 2005 by the Mayor and City Council who were determined to bring this downtown area back to life. Restoring old buildings and bringing in a new appeal to the modern shopper, the Rose District in downtown Broken Arrow will be creating new memories for the community for many years to come!

Did you know that Main Street Tavern in the Rose District has Wine and Jazz Wednesday every week? Relax and enjoy some jazz while sipping on your favorite wine. Begins at 6:00 p.m. and ends at 9:00 p.m.

If you haven't been to Main Street in Broken Arrow lately, you are missing out on all the activity that has reshaped downtown Broken Arrow. Known as The Rose District, this area has ignited with restaurants, shopping and night life. So next Saturday night, come check out the heart of Broken Arrow and enjoy a gourmet American meal or try some sushi.

Broken Arrow, one of Tulsa's biggest suburbs, offers great schools, parks, and a lower crime rate per capita than many of the other surrounding areas. With easy access to highways, you can get almost anywhere in 30 minutes or less (depending on the traffic, of course). Broken Arrow remains a popular choice for many people looking for homes. Read the TulsaWorld article attached for more updates on Broken Arrow.

Broken Arrow is the largest suburb of Tulsa and fourth largest city in Oklahoma, with a population of over 105,000. It is also the third largest manufacturing hub in the state. Broken Arrow offers its residents a high quality of life with a low crime rate, high performing schools, affordable and plentiful housing and many attractive parks and recreational areas.

The city also offers many destination attractions and events. Enjoy features such as Rooster Days, a Performing Arts Center, the trendy downtown Rose District, the new Warren Theatre, Bass Pro Shops and more. Make Broken Arrow your choice to live and play!

Every Thursday night In The Raw hosts a night of "Martinis and Music". Tonight, January 21st, Eric Himan will be gracing the stage! Himan is an award-winning singer/songwriter who plays the guitar and piano. If you're looking for something to do tonight, head up downtown Broken Arrow for a great time!