Relocating to Greater Oklahoma City or Edmond? You need a relocation realtor to help!
Welcome! We are so glad you are considering moving to Greater Oklahoma City. Oklahoma has so much to offer, from our friendly people to a lower cost of living compared to many other states.
We think you’ll love it here and can’t wait to help you find the perfect home!
When you’re ready to start looking for your home, we’re here to help!
How do I start my home search in Oklahoma?
To get started with your home search:
- Start thinking through your list of ‘needs’ and ‘wants’ for a home.
- Contact me & I’ll get you setup to begin receiving home options to look through
- I’ll need to know what budget you’re working within
- We’ll work together to narrow down and prioritize the homes
- Your time is valuable, so we’ll prioritize homes for you to tour when you’re in town.
There’s nothing like touring a space in real life. Photos online help tremendously, but there’s nothing like actually being in a space and checking out the surrounding neighborhood as well to ensure it’s a good fit for your needs.
If you are able to travel to Oklahoma and visit possible homes, I’ll arrange the showing schedule to make the most of your time.
It’s possible to see several homes all in one day if mapped out correctly and within close proximity. Most of Oklahoma city Metro and Edmond is very accessible through our highway and turnpike systems.
10 Questions To Ask Yourself When Buying A Home
- Do you want a home that is brand new or is lived in with a lot of character?
- If a pre-owned home, what kind of updates are you comfortable with, if needed?
- What home location will be most convenient for your family members?
- If you have children, what school district do you want to stay within?
- Is buying a home in a safe neighborhood a top priority?
- What type of neighborhood best suits you? One with an active HOA, pool and playgrounds or a neighborhood that is more hands off with limited or no formal HOA?
- How much land do you want or need with your home, and what do you want to do with that land? Garden, keep animals, need space for a shed or extra buildings, etc.
- Is there a minimum number of bedrooms or bathrooms needed to accommodate your family?
- Do you need a home that can be converted to handicap accessible easily or without stairs?
- Do you need a guest room for parents or other family members to stay with you?
Through us working together, I can help you narrow down the options and provide you my local expertise of the region.
As a former home builder in Oklahoma City, this expertise helps set me apart. I will be your eyes on the ground, and we can work through video calls if needed.
Oklahoma has great school choices
If you have children, the school district will be an important factor for you. Greater Oklahoma City and Edmond both have wonderful schools, and we can fine tune the home search depending on the school district you want to attend. I am familiar with the Oklahoma School system, and can offer my expertise on both public and private school options.
Research the GreatSchools.org website in order to find rating information about Oklahoma public schools.
Research the Private School Review website in order to find rating information about Oklahoma private schools.
Oklahoma has a thriving homeschool community. HomeSchoolOklahoma.org is just one of the many resources available.
OKC has a lot of activities for busy families!
Oklahoma City has experienced a renaissance the past several years and has been investing into our community through the way of parks, art, and outdoor activities. You will love finding a new favorite restaurant in Midtown, exploring the rapids at RIVERSPORT Rapids downtown, or catching a Thunder game at the Chesapeake Arena.
For families that love being outdoors, Martin Nature Park is a great place to get away from it all, and Chickasaw National Recreation Area in Sulphur is a short drive from Oklahoma City. Camping, fishing, disc golf and hiking can all be found at Lake Arcadia in Edmond.
Oklahoma has a lower cost of living
Many have chosen Oklahoma as their new home due to our lower cost of living compared to many other states. Use the calculator below provided by the Oklahoma City Chamber to compare estimated cost of living expenses from any state in the United States.
Just for an example, residents moving from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City can enjoy a cost of living that is on average 42% lower. The biggest chunk of savings is with housing, which is nearly 70% lower!
Checkout the Cost of Living Calculator here, to find out more information and to compare your location.
Many families are moving to Oklahoma due to our lower cost of living and conservative values. Read Hillary Smith’s story of relocation from California to Oklahoma in 2020.
Useful links to help with your transition to Oklahoma
- “A Better Life” Resources provided by the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
- Oklahoma City demographic information
- Edmond demographic information
- Cost of Living calculator
- Mortgage calculator
When you’re ready to start the moving process, give us a call so we can get you started on your home search.
Thinking of relocating to Oklahoma, but not sure which town is right for you? Checkout our list of ‘104 Things to Know’ about Oklahoma City Metro, which includes a breakdown of the 20 closest metro suburbs, as well as activities for the family and cost of living in the area.
We love helping families relocate to Oklahoma, and sharing all that we know to make sure you feel welcome and experience as stress free of a move as possible.
Jimmy Hughes at JMR Realty helps families find the perfect home when relocating to Oklahoma City, Edmond, Guthrie, Yukon, Mustang, Moore, Midwest City, Del City and surrounding suburbs.
We can’t wait to welcome you home! Call Jimmy at 405-888-3148 or email him at jhughes@jmrrealtyok.com to get started.
Jimmy Hughes is the owner + broker of JMR Realty. He works directly with home buyers and sellers in the Oklahoma City Metro and Edmond areas. He loves saving sellers their equity by listing at 1% or $999 flat fee.
Call Jimmy at 405-888-3148 or email him at jhughes@jmrrealtyok.com