The economy is thought to be the number one factor affecting real estate appreciation. Obviously, there are many issues on a national level that alter your house's value: unemployment, interest rates, inflation, and more. But the most significant issues that figure your home's value are specific to the local Oklahoma City economy and housing market.

Location in a community - Most people want homes in the regions with the best and most convenient places we go often or everyday, such as our schools and work. So these areas usually appreciate, or carry their value, best.

Recent sales - Your agent should give you reports on the recent real estate sales in the districts that you're asking about. You'll want to know average time on market, selling versus listing price and more.

Appreciation history - Have property prices risen or declined over the past 5 to 10 years? Is the area considered desirable because of its location or affordability?

Economic factors - Have businesses moved into or away from an area? Are local companies hiring? Is there a nice combination of job types in an area, or does it depend on just one industry? All these play a part.