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Broken Arrow, OK

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Apartment options galore in this grand suburb

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Welcome to Broken Arrow, a thriving suburb of Tulsa and Oklahoma's fourth-largest city. Located just 14 miles southeast of downtown Tulsa, Broken Arrow offers residents a mix of suburban comfort and local charm. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $1,083 with a 2.8% year-over-year increase. The historic Rose District anchors downtown with its collection of local shops and a seasonal farmers market. The city features several parks, including Events Park and Ray Harral Nature Park, while the Broken Arrow Public Schools system serves the community. Northeastern State University maintains a branch campus here, serving approximately 3,000 students.

Established in 1902 alongside the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, Broken Arrow has grown from a small Creek settlement into a dynamic city of over 117,000 residents. The city maintains a strong manufacturing presence, with major employers like FlightSafety International and Blue Bell Creameries contributing to the local economy. The Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center hosts touring shows and local performances throughout the year. A new entertainment venue, the Sunset Amphitheater, is under construction with plans for completion in 2025. With a median household income of $79,043, Broken Arrow continues to grow while preserving its historic character.

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Storefronts in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

Residents can play tennis at Aspen Creek Park in Broken Arrow.

A man walks dogs through a park in Broken Arrow.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Broken Arrow, OK is $1,049 for a studio, $1,079 for one bedroom, $1,283 for two bedrooms, and $1,667 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Broken Arrow has decreased by -0.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,079/month
737 Sq Ft
House
$2,087/month
1,703 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,813/month
1,468 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Broken Arrow, OK is 16.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Broken Arrow is 35.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,049 - $1,667. You can expect to pay 4.2% less for groceries, 1.6% less for utilities, and 11.6% less for transportation.

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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

14

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

36

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Andersen Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

388 Students

Country Lane Primary Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-2

667 Students

Peters Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

434 Students

Country Lane Intermediate Es

Public

Grades 3-5

747 Students

Wolf Creek Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

550 Students

Union 8th Grade Center

Public

Grades 8

1,122 Students

Oneta Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

924 Students

Broken Arrow Freshman Academy

Public

Grades 9

1,305 Students

Centennial Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,121 Students

Oliver Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

898 Students

Broken Arrow High School

Public

Grades 9-12

4,589 Students

Broken Arrow Freshman Academy

Public

Grades 9

1,305 Students

Union High School Freshman Academy

Public

Grades 9

1,287 Students

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.