Tulsa Ranked High
MSN published their “2008 MSN Real Estate Best Bargain” in June. In order for a city to make the list it had to meet certain criteria; low unemployment, short commute times, entertainment, and recreation. According to this study affordability is defined by ratio of median income to median house price. The cities chosen in this list have to have a population of at least 500,000, cities that made this list are everything from Dallas to Omaha. Tulsa was described as “a center for the energy industry”. Tulsa is also known for its banking and telecommunications employment as well.
Tulsa ranks 14 when it comes to “cities where buying makes sense”. Tulsa is a great place to raise a family because you get the “city feel” without having to live in the city, with all of the suburbs, Tulsa can meet any family’s needs.
September 10th, 2008 at 7:55 pm
Great Ben, and Congrats people of Tulsa. It is nice I am sure to have a positive real estate affordability index.
September 12th, 2008 at 1:38 pm
I’m so happy for the people of Tulsa. Thank you for the information.
September 14th, 2008 at 6:36 pm
It’s great to hear good news about different parts of the country. Thanks for the possitive information.
September 17th, 2008 at 8:41 pm
I read that MSN piece as well. I really agreed with some of their picks, such as San Antonio. It’s a very neat city with tons of history, unique sites, very near Austin, and full of great restaurants and things to do. Others, I don’t agree with so much, such as Wichita, Kansas. Sure, it’s growing because of agriculture, but it’s still a bit rural and quite isolated. I am not surprised that Tulsa made this list — I think it definitely belongs on it. Interesting stuff!
September 24th, 2008 at 5:43 pm
Never heard of Tulsa place before.. but anyway I am so happy for them.
September 25th, 2008 at 5:35 am
You are all very lucky. I recently saw a nearby ciry describes as an ‘urban mess’ I don’t really want to say anymore.
October 16th, 2008 at 9:04 am
With the crazy economy and real estate being such a mess, people are looking for a great place to live with reasonable prices. Housing affordability can really have an impact on people’s decision where to move more than ever. Looks like good things are in store for Tulsa.