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Neighborhood Guide: Oklahoma City, OK

West OKC doesn't try to be Bricktown, and that's exactly the point. Foxcroft sits on NW 16th near MacArthur — minutes from Lake Overholser, an easy shot down the Northwest Expressway to Warr Acres, and still just 11 miles from a downtown skyline that's spent the last decade turning itself into one of the more underrated urban cores in the country.

45Walk Score
37Transit Score
11 miTo Downtown OKC
1971Community Built, 188 Homes

The Vibe

Foxcroft's corner of Oklahoma City — NW 16th and MacArthur — is west-side, established, and unfussy. It's a two-story, 188-unit community that's been part of the neighborhood since 1971, tucked a few minutes from Lake Overholser's seven miles of shoreline and the Route 66 Family Park along its bank. Warr Acres, right next door, keeps the Northwest Expressway humming with everyday errands.

This is a car-first part of town — Walk Score sits at 45 and Transit Score at 37, so plan on driving, though the area isn't without transit options. What it does have is proximity: three shopping centers within a 14-minute walk, the OKC Outlets less than two miles out, and a cluster of college campuses — Southern Nazarene University, OSU-Oklahoma City, and Oklahoma City University — all within a short drive, which keeps the area lively without the downtown price tag.

And downtown itself isn't far, even if it's not next door. About 11 miles and 20 minutes gets you to a skyline anchored by Devon Energy's 50-story tower, with Scissortail Park, Myriad Botanical Gardens, and the Bricktown canal all part of the same trip.

Dining & Coffee

Cattlemen's Steakhouse — Oklahoma City's oldest continually operating restaurant, slinging steaks in Stockyards City since 1910. Famous for flame-grilled cowboy rib-eye and a legendary 1945 craps-game ownership story.
Stockyards City — The broader district around Cattlemen's, home to the Oklahoma National Stockyards (one of the largest cattle markets in the world), saddle shops, and a cluster of Western-heritage restaurants.
Bricktown restaurants — The red-brick downtown entertainment district's dining scene ranges from steakhouses to canal-side bars — worth the drive in for a night out.

Groceries & Essentials

Walmart Neighborhood Market — 6437 N MacArthur Blvd, Warr Acres. Full grocery, pharmacy, and fresh produce, open early to late daily.
Walmart Supercenter — 7800 NW Expressway. The big one, for bulk trips.
OKC Outlets — Less than two miles from Foxcroft, a full outlet mall for everything else on the list.

Parks & Recreation

Lake Overholser — A 1919 urban reservoir with seven miles of shoreline and 1,500 surface acres, minutes from Foxcroft. Boat ramps, fishing docks, picnic shelters, and grills line the water.
Route 66 Family Park — Right on Lake Overholser's bank — playground, duck pond, and picnic pavilion.
Scissortail Park — Downtown's 70-acre showpiece, stretching from the urban core to the Oklahoma River, with a lake, dog park, sports courts, and a performance lawn. Opened in phases from 2019 to 2022.
Myriad Botanical Gardens — An 8-acre downtown oasis centered on the Crystal Bridge Conservatory, with nature trails and a waterfall feature.

Landmarks & Points of Interest

Devon Energy Center — The 50-story downtown tower at 333 W. Sheridan Ave., headquarters for one of OKC's biggest employers and the city's most recognizable skyline landmark.
Tinker Air Force Base — On the opposite side of the metro in Midwest City, Tinker employs more than 26,000 military and civilian personnel through the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center. It's a cross-town commute from the west side, but it's one of the region's largest and steadiest employers.
Bricktown — Downtown's red-brick entertainment district, with a canal, water taxis, and OKC's densest concentration of restaurants and bars.
Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Garden — 2101 NE 50th St, in the city's Adventure District on the northeast side — a cross-town trip, but a real destination once you're there.
Southern Nazarene University — About 2.8 miles / 6 minutes from Foxcroft, with OSU-Oklahoma City and Oklahoma City University also nearby.

Commute Times

Downtown OKC / Devon Energy Center~20 minAbout 11 miles via NW Expressway or I-40.
Will Rogers World Airport~21 minAbout 9 miles south.
Tinker Air Force Base~30 minAbout 20-21 miles across the metro to Midwest City.
Warr Acres / NW Expressway shopping<10 minJust up N MacArthur Blvd.

Schools

The Foxcroft area is zoned to Putnam City Schools, which serves much of west and northwest Oklahoma City:

  • Hilldale Elementary School — 4801 NW 16th St, the closest zoned elementary school.
  • Putnam City West High School — the district's western high school, serving the NW 16th/MacArthur corridor.

Ratings vary school-by-school within Putnam City, so families should check GreatSchools or Niche for the specific address before signing a lease.

Your Luxia Community

Foxcroft has been part of this NW 16th Street corner of Oklahoma City since 1971 — 188 one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes with a pool, playground, and a courtyard built for grilling out with neighbors. Lake Overholser is minutes away, downtown is a straight shot down the Expressway, and Warr Acres covers everyday errands.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is west Oklahoma City a good place to live?

The west side of Oklahoma City, near NW 16th and MacArthur, is a well-established, budget-friendly part of the metro — minutes from Lake Overholser, a short drive to Warr Acres and Yukon, and about 11 miles from Downtown OKC. It's zoned to Putnam City Schools and sits close to several college campuses, including Southern Nazarene University.

How far is west Oklahoma City from downtown and Bricktown?

Downtown Oklahoma City is roughly 11 miles from the NW 16th Street corridor, typically an 18-22 minute drive depending on traffic. Bricktown, the entertainment district just east of downtown, adds a few more minutes.

How far is west Oklahoma City from Tinker Air Force Base?

Tinker Air Force Base sits on the opposite (southeast) side of the metro, in Midwest City. From the west side of OKC, comparable west-metro commutes to Tinker run about 20-21 miles and roughly 30 minutes, depending on the route and time of day.

What are the best things to do near west Oklahoma City?

Lake Overholser, a 1919 reservoir with seven miles of shoreline and Route 66 Family Park along its bank, is minutes away. Downtown draws for Scissortail Park, Myriad Botanical Gardens, and Bricktown are all a short drive, and the historic Stockyards City district — home to Cattlemen's Steakhouse, open since 1910 — is on the way in.

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