Real Estate Investing in Heavener, Oklahoma (74937)

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Le Flore County • Population: 5,185 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 74937 (Heavener, OK)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 22.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 24.7% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

• 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

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $127,242
Avg Monthly Rent $846
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $43,161
% Renters 28.3%

Market Analysis: 74937 Heavener

The 74937 ZIP covers a section of Heavener that demands careful diligence. Prices near $127K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 74937 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Regionally, 74937 sits on the difficult end of the OK spectrum. The a viable market for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Who lives in 74937 is part of why the ZIP is priced as it is. The demographic profile requires hands-on management, tight screening, and local knowledge.

Strategically, 74937 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Heavener:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 74/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.9× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $846/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 74937

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
9.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+8.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$35,056/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $70,113 $940 9.7% +7.0% $35,056
3BR $133,326 $1,300 7.0% +8.0% $44,442
4BR $199,962 $1,360 4.9% +7.8% $49,991

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$134K$117K$100K$83K$66K$49KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 74937 Compare?

Metric 74937 Heavener Oklahoma
Home Value $127,242 $127,242 $214,563
5-Year CAGR 6.9% 6.9% 6.9%
Avg Rent $846 $846 -
Cap Rate 5.2% 5.2% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.2%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.9%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $127,242
Monthly Rent $846
Price-to-Rent 12.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 8.0%
Cap Rate 5.2%
5-Year IRR 12.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.2%). 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
22.8%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 74937

Population: 5,185

💰 Median Household Income
$43,161
This area
$43,161
State
$58,994
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
28.3%
This area
28.3%
State
25.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.2%
This area
2.2%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
14.4%
This area
14.4%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.4 years
This area
37.4 years
State
30.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
22.8%
This area
22.8%
State
20.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 65.0%
Other/Mixed 33.9%
Hispanic/Latino 15.9%
Black/African American 1.0%
Asian 0.2%
👶 Under 18
26.5%
This area
26.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.9%
This area
15.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
24.7%
This area
24.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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Expected: Q1 2025

🎓 Schools in 74937

B+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
13.4:1 Avg Class Size
$12,914 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

HEAVENER ES

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
551 Students
👨‍🏫
13.7:1 Class Size
💰
$12,914 Per Student
B+ Above Average

HEAVENER HS

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
312 Students
👨‍🏫
13.1:1 Class Size
💰
$12,914 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 725 Off-Campus Students
C
Carl Albert State College
1,786 students · 14.5 mi

Investor Insight: With 725 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What real estate strategy is ideal for Heavener, OK?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Heavener, OK. With home values at $127K and rents near $846/mo, other strategies can work but produce consistent rather than outsized returns.

Is Heavener, OK a good place for real estate investing?

Heavener, OK scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $127K and rents near $846/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

How expensive is real estate in Heavener, OK?

Expect median prices around $127K in Heavener, OK. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been stable.

Does Heavener, OK favor landlords or tenants?

OK ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Heavener generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

How strong is tenant demand in Heavener, OK?

The renter base in Heavener, OK is reasonable for the $846/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields even-keeled tenants.

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