School District: Guthrie Public Schools

Typical Home Price: Roughly $150K-$350K, with historic Victorian homes running higher

Distance to Downtown OKC: About 30 minutes

Known For: Victorian architecture, Oklahoma’s first state capital, and the 89er Day celebration

Guthrie sits just north of OKC and carries more history than almost anywhere else in the state. As Oklahoma’s first capital, its downtown is filled with beautifully preserved Victorian and Edwardian buildings, and that same character carries into its residential neighborhoods. It suits buyers who want a genuine sense of place and architecture with real depth.

Housing here ranges from stately historic homes with wraparound porches and original woodwork to newer construction on the outskirts of town. Most buyers land in the $150K to $350K range, with restored Victorians and larger historic properties commanding a premium for their character and craftsmanship.

Guthrie Public Schools serves the community, and the town’s identity is tied closely to its history, from the annual 89er Day celebration to the many antique shops and historic sites downtown. It is a city that wears its past proudly, and that makes it a genuinely distinctive place to call home.