Real Estate Investing in Locust Grove, Oklahoma (74352)

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Mayes County • Population: 5,825 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 74352 (Locust Grove, OK)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 19.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $194,808
Avg Monthly Rent $846
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $46,713
% Renters 26.6%

Market Analysis: 74352 Locust Grove

ZIP 74352 inside Mayes County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $195K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 74352 shows the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

On balance, 74352 offers a low basis, the region around Locust Grove has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

The demographic picture in 74352 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Locust Grove averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

seems to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Locust Grove:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $846/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Tulsa, OK Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
53 days
Average time to sell
Average
10.1%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Tulsa, OK metro data
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Property Strategy for 74352

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+7.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$65,768/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $139,292 $940 4.9% +7.3% $69,646
3BR $214,410 $1,230 4.1% +7.7% $71,470
4BR $263,073 $1,410 3.9% +7.6% $65,768

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$203K$178K$153K$128K$103K$78KMar 2006May 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 74352 Compare?

Metric 74352 Locust Grove Tulsa, OK Oklahoma
Home Value $194,808 $194,808 N/A $214,563
5-Year CAGR 4.4% 4.4% N/A 6.9%
Avg Rent $846 $846 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.4% 3.4% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.4%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Tulsa, OK metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
54%
Days Pending
1/2
53 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $194,808
Monthly Rent $846
Price-to-Rent 19.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.2%
Cap Rate 3.4%
5-Year IRR 7.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.4%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
19.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 74352

Population: 5,825

💰 Median Household Income
$46,713
This area
$46,713
State
$58,994
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
26.6%
This area
26.6%
State
25.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.3%
This area
2.3%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
14.2%
This area
14.2%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.6 years
This area
44.6 years
State
30.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
19.9%
This area
19.9%
State
20.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 51.7%
Other/Mixed 47.4%
Hispanic/Latino 3.0%
Black/African American 0.5%
Asian 0.4%
👶 Under 18
21.7%
This area
21.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.8%
This area
17.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
13.8%
This area
13.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 74352

B+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
13.9:1 Avg Class Size
$14,066 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

LOCUST GROVE EARLY LRNING CTR

📚 Pre-K – 01 Elementary
👥
215 Students
👨‍🏫
12.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,066 Per Student
B+ Above Average

LOCUST GROVE MS

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
246 Students
👨‍🏫
12.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,066 Per Student
B+ Above Average

LOCUST GROVE HS

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
420 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,066 Per Student
B+ Above Average

LOCUST GROVE UPPER ES

📚 02 – 05 Elementary
👥
304 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,066 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby 818 Off-Campus Students
C+
Northeast Technology Center
1,340 students · 12.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 818 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home value in Locust Grove, OK?

Expect median prices around $195K in Locust Grove, OK. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been measured.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Locust Grove, OK?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Locust Grove, OK. The rental market absorbs $846/mo rents without meaningful friction.

What is the average monthly rent in Locust Grove, OK?

Rent in Locust Grove, OK is around $846/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $195K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

Is Locust Grove, OK suited for a house hack?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Locust Grove, OK reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Locust Grove, OK?

Locust Grove, OK falls under OK landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

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