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Lawton, OK

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Southwest Oklahoma town contains an army base and cultural amenities

Close-Knit Military Active Mountain Views Laidback

Located along I-44 about 90 miles southwest of Oklahoma City, Lawton is best known for containing the Fort Sill Army Base. Lawton is also home to Cameron University and the Great Plains Technology Center. While Lawton exudes a small-town vibe, there are plenty of things to do in town.

Several museums in Lawton allow for unique cultural experiences, including the Museum of the Great Plains, the Fort Sill Museum, and the Comanche National Museum and Cultural Center. If you decide to rent in Lawton, you will have the chance to peruse the shops at Central Mall, try your luck at Apache Casino or Comanche Nation Casino, catch a live performance at McMahon Memorial Auditorium, unwind at Elmer Thomas Park, practice your golf swing at Lawton Country Club, hike the trails and see bison roam freely at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, and see Chautauqua perform historical enactments throughout town. Several restaurants are scattered throughout Lawton, including popular chains like Olive Garden and Five Guy's. Stop for morning coffee at LuLu coffee shop or Starbuck's before your morning commute. Convenience to Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport and major roadways make traveling from Lawton easy.

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Horse at sunset near Lawton

The rugged landscape near Lawton

City Hall is located on 9th Street

The view from Mount Scott

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Lawton, OK is $678 for a studio, $694 for one bedroom, $844 for two bedrooms, and $1,108 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lawton has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$694/month
659 Sq Ft
House
$1,152/month
525 Sq Ft
Townhome
$723/month
91 Sq Ft
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Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Flower Mound Public School

Public

Grades PK-5

350 Students

9
out of 10

Woodland Hills Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

466 Students

8
out of 10

Freedom Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,285 Students

6
out of 10

Bishop Public School

Public

Grades PK-6

570 Students

6
out of 10

Crosby Park Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

321 Students

6
out of 10

Macarthur Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

865 Students

5
out of 10

Eisenhower Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,035 Students

4
out of 10

Central Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

994 Students

4
out of 10

Tomlinson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

622 Students

Rating Unavailable

Macarthur High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,163 Students

5
out of 10

Lawton High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,417 Students

4
out of 10

Eisenhower High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,350 Students

3
out of 10

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