AT A GLANCE
Mesta Park
LOCATION
Central Oklahoma City, generally between Western and Walker avenues and NW 16th and NW 22nd streets, with an extension east along NW
COMMUNITY TYPE
Established urban historic residential district
TYPICAL SQ FT
Approximately 1,100–3,000+ sq ft
TYPICAL LOT SIZE
Approximately 0.1 - 0.8 Acres
SCHOOL DISTRICT
Oklahoma City Public Schools
HOA
No mandatory HOA identified. The Mesta Park Neighborhood Association is a voluntary neighborhood organization rather than a homeowners association.
AMENITIES
Perle Mesta Park with playground, shelter, picnic areas, seating, drinking fountain, and other neighborhood park amenities.
GATED
ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Overview
Mesta Park is one of central Oklahoma City’s established historic residential districts, with development occurring largely between 1906 and 1930. Rather than a single-builder subdivision, its streets contain a mixture of detached homes, duplexes, four-plexes, apartments, and a limited number of nonresidential properties.
The approximately 165-acre district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is also an Oklahoma City Historic Preservation District. Perle Mesta Park provides a public green space within the neighborhood, while nearby commercial districts and central-city destinations place dining, shopping, employment, and entertainment within a relatively compact part of Oklahoma City.
NEIGHBORHOOD CHARACTER
Community Character
Mesta Park’s character comes from its early-20th-century streetscape, varied historic housing, mature residential setting, and mixture of property types. Homes were developed over several decades rather than from a single plan, resulting in architectural variety from block to block.
Perle Mesta Park serves as a neighborhood gathering space, while the historic street pattern—including the curve at NW 18th Street and Shartel Avenue—reflects the area’s connection to Oklahoma City’s former streetcar system.
HOME FEATURES & DESIGN
Home Features & Design
Architecture in Mesta Park reflects several early-20th-century styles. Historic documentation identifies picturesque cottages, bungalows, Plains cottages, Prairie and Foursquare influences, Craftsman-era homes, and examples with Mission Revival, Renaissance Revival, Swiss Chalet, and Tudor detailing.
Common historic features include broad front porches, wood siding or brick veneer, hipped roofs, sash windows, dormers, chimneys, and detached garages. Housing heights are mixed, although two-story homes are prominent throughout the district. Individual properties vary considerably in size, style, condition, and degree of renovation.
MARKET POSITIONING
Market Positioning
Mesta Park spans a broad portion of Oklahoma City’s housing market rather than fitting neatly into a single price category. Historical sales samples include smaller or less-renovated properties as well as larger restored or extensively updated homes reaching into the luxury market.
Pricing can vary considerably based on home size, architectural character, renovation level, condition, location within the district, and property type. Current pricing and neighborhood market statistics should be evaluated using recent MLS sales rather than relying on a single broad neighborhood average.
HOMES FOR SALE
Homes for Sale
Browse homes currently available in Mesta Park. Because the neighborhood includes homes of different ages, sizes, architectural styles, and renovation levels, individual properties can vary substantially.
LOCATION & ACCESSIBILTY
Location & Accessibility
Mesta Park is centrally located immediately west of Heritage Hills and north to northwest of downtown Oklahoma City. Its approximate boundaries are Western Avenue, Walker Avenue, NW 16th Street, and NW 22nd Street, with part of the historic district extending east along NW 22nd.
NW 23rd Street, Western Avenue, Classen Boulevard, and nearby I-235 provide connections to other parts of the city. Uptown 23rd, Midtown, Automobile Alley, and downtown are among the nearby commercial, dining, entertainment, and employment areas.
SCHOOLS
Schools
Mesta Park is within Oklahoma City Public Schools. Wilson Arts Integration Elementary is located within the neighborhood at 501 NW 21st Street and currently serves kindergarten through fourth grade.
Middle and high school assignments can vary by address, and attendance boundaries, programs, grade configurations, and transfer options may change. Buyers should verify the current school assignment for a specific property through the Oklahoma City Public Schools address-based school locator.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mesta Park a historic neighborhood?
Yes. Mesta Park developed primarily between 1906 and 1930 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also an Oklahoma City Historic Preservation District.
What architectural styles are found in Mesta Park?
Mesta Park includes cottages, bungalows, Prairie and Foursquare influences, Craftsman-era homes, and other early-20th-century architectural styles. Individual homes vary considerably throughout the district.
Does Mesta Park have an HOA?
No mandatory HOA was identified. The Mesta Park Neighborhood Association is a voluntary community organization and is not a regulatory homeowners association.
Are there restrictions on renovating a home in Mesta Park?
Properties within Oklahoma City’s Historic Preservation district may be subject to City review for exterior alterations, demolition, and new construction. Owners should confirm the requirements for a specific property and project with Oklahoma City before beginning work.
What park is located in Mesta Park?
Perle Mesta Park is a public Oklahoma City neighborhood park with a playground, shelter, picnic facilities, seating, a drinking fountain, and other basic park amenities.
What schools serve Mesta Park?
Mesta Park is within Oklahoma City Public Schools, and Wilson Arts Integration Elementary is located within the neighborhood. School assignments for a specific address should be verified using the current OKCPS school locator.
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