New Construction in Oklahoma City: Why Buyers Are Choosing Walkable Urban Communities
New construction in Oklahoma City is taking on a new shape. For many years, purchasing a newly built home often meant looking toward the outer edges of the metro. Today, buyers have a broader range of choices, including thoughtfully planned urban neighborhoods that offer modern construction without requiring them to leave the heart of the city.
These communities appeal to buyers who want more than a new floor plan or updated finishes. They are looking for a neighborhood that feels connected, established and intentionally designed around daily life.
At the corner of NW 36th Street and North Walker Avenue, Lexford Park represents this evolving approach to new construction in Oklahoma City. The community brings together custom and spec homes, townhomes, historic-style craftsmanship, green space and convenient access to the city’s central districts.
New Construction Without Leaving the Heart of Oklahoma City
One of the strongest advantages of urban new construction is the opportunity to enjoy a newly built home while remaining close to the places that already shape your lifestyle.
Lexford Park is surrounded by established historic neighborhoods and local businesses. Its location adjacent to I-235 provides convenient access to Downtown Oklahoma City, Midtown, Edmond and other parts of the metro. Shopping, dining and neighborhood destinations are only blocks away, making it possible to feel connected to the city without sacrificing the serenity of home.
That balance is becoming increasingly valuable to buyers who want less time spent commuting and more opportunities to enjoy the communities around them.
Walkable urban living is not simply about being able to complete every errand on foot. It is about creating a neighborhood where trails, green spaces, nearby businesses and connected streets make it easier to step outside, meet a neighbor, ride a bike or spend an afternoon exploring the surrounding area.
A Neighborhood Designed Around Green Space and Connection
Lexford Park is a 32-acre community planned to include 100 single-family lots and 27 townhomes. The homes are situated among acres of community green space, mature trees, walking trails and a creek. Pocket parks, winding paths and native landscaping are integrated throughout the neighborhood rather than treated as an afterthought.
The neighborhood includes 14 walking trails, creating a sense of openness and connection within Oklahoma City’s urban core. Its meandering streets and natural surroundings are intended to feel more like an established neighborhood than a conventional subdivision.
For buyers comparing new home communities in Oklahoma City, this type of planning matters. A neighborhood’s streetscape, landscaping, public spaces and relationship to its surroundings can influence how the community feels long after construction is complete.
Custom Homes, Spec Homes and Townhomes
New construction buyers do not all want the same experience.
Some want to select a homesite, meet with a builder and customize a home around their needs. Others prefer the simplicity of purchasing a thoughtfully designed spec home. Some are looking for a townhome that offers a more streamlined, low-maintenance lifestyle.
Lexford Park accommodates each of these paths.
Phase I lots are available for purchase, while Phase II lots may be reserved. Buyers begin by selecting a lot and then meeting with the community’s preferred builders to choose the right partner for their home. From there, the home can be designed and customized within Lexford Park’s established design guidelines. Several builders will also offer spec homes in a variety of floor plans.
Available property types include townhomes as well as single-family lots with different widths, garage configurations, streetscape orientations and creek-view opportunities. Lot splits may also be available for certain properties.
This variety gives buyers an opportunity to choose not only the style of home they want, but also the building process that best fits their timeline and preferences.
A Curated Group of Oklahoma City Home Builders
Lexford Park is not limited to a single home builder. The community has assembled a preferred group of Oklahoma City builders whose work aligns with its emphasis on craftsmanship, intentional design and timeless architecture.
The preferred builders include:
- Bear Creek Homes
- Cornerstone Homes by Chris Moock
- Davidson & Company
- Gumerson-Blake
- Jarred D. Smith Design | Build | Restore
- Monarch Design & Build
Together, these builders bring experience in fully custom homes, new construction, historic renovations, architectural design and detailed craftsmanship. Buyers can meet with the builders, evaluate which team is the right fit and begin creating a home suited to their individual needs.
The developer, Ron Bradshaw, is responsible for preparing the land and community infrastructure, including streets, alleys, utilities, sidewalks, walking trails, gateway entrances and landscaping. The preferred builders then bring the individual custom and spec homes to life.
Architecture That Belongs in Its Surroundings
One of the common concerns surrounding urban infill development is whether new construction will complement the neighborhoods already around it.
Lexford Park was planned with that question in mind.
The community’s homes are intended to reflect the spirit and style of historic craftsmanship. Exterior designs must follow Lexford Park’s architectural standards, helping create harmony between individual properties and the surrounding historic neighborhoods. Within those guidelines, buyers retain the ability to customize their homes and make decisions that reflect their own style.
Rather than attempting to reproduce historic homes exactly, the goal is to create new residences that feel timeless, considered and appropriate to their setting.
The result is a different kind of Oklahoma City new construction: homes with modern systems and personalized interiors, grounded by architecture that feels connected to the city’s established character.
A Property With a Meaningful Oklahoma City History
The land at NW 36th and Walker has served as a gathering place for generations.
During the 1920s, it was home to the Edgemere Golf Course, designed by noted golf course architect Perry Maxwell. In 1956, Reverend William Alexander and his congregation opened the First Christian Church, known as the “Church of Tomorrow.” Its bell tower, constructed in 1960, became a recognizable Oklahoma City landmark.
The property was also connected to the Jewel Box Theatre, which became a longtime part of the church’s cultural life. Following the April 19, 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, the church served as a gathering place where families received information about their loved ones.
After years on the market and community efforts to preserve the building, the church was demolished in 2022. Developer Ron Bradshaw purchased the property in 2024 with the intention of creating a residential neighborhood that honors the land’s history and its relationship to the surrounding community.
That history continues to influence Lexford Park. Names woven into the neighborhood reference Reverend Alexander, Perry Maxwell, First Christian Church architect R. Duane Conner and the Jewel Box Theatre.
For buyers, this creates something difficult to replicate: the opportunity to build a new home on land that already holds a meaningful place in Oklahoma City’s story.
What Buyers Should Consider When Comparing New Home Communities
Not every new construction community offers the same experience. Beyond comparing home prices, square footage and interior selections, buyers should also consider the larger vision for the neighborhood.
Important questions include:
- Is the community close to the places you visit regularly?
- Are green spaces, sidewalks and trails integrated into the plan?
- Can you select your builder or customize your home?
- Are spec homes available for a more straightforward purchase?
- What architectural standards will shape the neighborhood?
- How will the new homes relate to the surrounding area?
- Does the community offer single-family homes, townhomes or both?
- Will the location continue to support your lifestyle as your needs change?
A well-designed community should work at several levels. The home itself should meet your needs, but the neighborhood should also offer convenience, connection and a lasting sense of place.
Who Is Drawn to Walkable Urban New Construction?
Urban new construction can appeal to buyers at many different stages of life.
Professionals may value quick access to employment centers, Downtown Oklahoma City and major roadways. Relocating buyers may appreciate the combination of new construction and proximity to recognizable central-city destinations. Empty nesters and frequent travelers may be attracted to townhome living or a more manageable custom home.
Other buyers simply love Oklahoma City’s central neighborhoods but would prefer the efficiency, customization and modern systems that come with building new.
Lexford Park offers an alternative to choosing between a newly constructed home and an established urban lifestyle. It brings both possibilities together within one neighborhood.
A New Chapter for New Construction in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City continues to grow, and its new construction market is becoming more diverse along with it.
Large suburban developments remain an important part of the market, but they are no longer the only option. Buyers can also explore boutique urban communities that prioritize architecture, green space, walkability and connection to established neighborhoods.
Lexford Park reflects that changing landscape. With custom and spec homes, townhomes, a curated collection of builders, extensive green space and a location in the heart of Oklahoma City, it offers a more considered approach to building new.
For buyers searching for new construction homes in Oklahoma City, the most important decision may not begin with a floor plan. It may begin with choosing the kind of community—and the kind of daily life—they want their new home to support.
To learn more about available lots, townhomes, custom-building opportunities or upcoming spec homes at Lexford Park, contact Jennifer Kragh and the Jennifer Kragh Group at Sage Sotheby’s International Realty.
