Wheeler District
Wheeler District
A WALKABLE, BIKEABLE, CONNECTED COMMUNITY.
IN THE CITY, ON THE RIVER, MADE FOR PEOPLE.
a 100% walkable neighborhood district, with places for visitors & residents
a place for entrepreneurship, new business, excellence, hospitality & innovation
events centered around the Ferris wheel & river part of the landscape of OKC
Wheeler District is vibrant community situated on the south bank of the Oklahoma River.
While honoring the site’s history as a downtown airpark, the modern development offers residents varied housing options in a walkable and bikeable community. Visitors can explore retail and restaurant spaces, a public park, the historic Santa Monica Ferris wheel, and other unique locations as the multi-decade plan expands.
MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN
A mix of modern living options in a neighborhood designed for connection — to downtown, to community, to everything that makes OKC move.
A place for creativity and commerce — where nationally recognized restaurants and bold new businesses shape a dynamic district experience.
The Ferris Wheel, relocated from Santa Monica, anchors OKC’s riverfront as a lively venue for events, music, and shared experiences.
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Construction of the 14-acre Phase One of Wheeler District began in 2018 and is complete. It includes 83 single family homes, 10 live/work shophomes, as well as The Big Friendly Brewery & Taproom.
Phase Two construction of 22 acres began in 2020; by the end of 2022, we expect to have added over 120 new single-family homes and townhomes, and many more retail, restaurant, and other commercial spaces.
There are currently 10 planned phases of development, eventually reaching a full buildout of the 150 acres to make up the district. Although a strategic vision for the Wheeler District exists, we remain flexible regarding community needs and desires, which will affect later parts of the development. Have ideas? Send them here.
Wheeler District encompasses 150 acres which will be developed over decades. The boundaries are the Oklahoma River to the north, Douglas Avenue to the west and Twin Creek to the south and the east.
The Wheeler community was designed by the legendary urban planning firm Dover, Kohl and Partners, with input from engaged citizens around Oklahoma City. Wheeler District is designed around the idea of being walkable and bikeable. Consider classic neighborhoods in Oklahoma City like Mesta Park, or must-see communities in destination cities like Boston; Washington, D.C.; Chicago; New York City or Seaside, Fla., which were drawn upon for inspiration.
