Bray, Oklahoma is a small town located in the upper North-Central edge of Stephens County. Real estate in Bray is a part of the Duncan Metropolitan Area, and it is located between Lake Fuqua and Clear Creek Lake. The first postmaster in Bray was named Thomas W. Bray, and the town was named in his honor. The town began its progress in the year 1909 and included a blacksmith, a general store, two teachers and a doctor. The town also started with some livestock and grain businesses, but by 1919 the area included a public school, a grist mill, a restaurant and a grocery store. Within a few more years, the Bray real estate area soon encompassed a small business district that included oil and gas harvesting and cotton production. To avoid potential annexation by the cities of Duncan and Marlow, owners of Bray homes requested incorporation of the town in 1977. Although the town has retained its rural character, Bray homes for sale lie within a country town that is uniquely larger than most major cities, and it includes an area of water and land covering 63 square miles.

Bray Homes

One of the benefits of Bray, Oklahoma homes is that the area has retained its charm for rural living. As of the 2000 Census Bureau statistics, the town only has slightly more than 1030 residents. As a result, the area provides a great opportunity to build a dream home on Bray real estate without the congestion of the big city. Today, the area is filled with sporadic-but-affordable ranch homes. This means that prospective buyers of Bray homes for sale can take advantage of large sized lots with the possibility of adding gardens, horses and other animals.

Bray Community

Becoming a Bray resident means living in the country with city amenities within easy reach. Bray homes are less than 14 minutes from Marlow and less than 29 minutes from Duncan, Oklahoma. These cities provide residents of Bray with a myriad of things to do and several places of interest to visit. Duncan provides everything that the nostalgic cattleman will love, including antique shops, recreational facilities and outdoor retreat areas. Become a homeowner today by contacting Perkins Insurance and Realty and enjoy the nearby Chisholm Trail Casino, Historical Downtown Duncan and the Stephens County Historical Museum. The Stephens County Genealogical Society is host to several interesting records, books and other forms of data that date back to the county's pre-statehood. The area also boast an opportunities to glimpse the Great Cattle Trails at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center. Residents and visitors that love theatrical entertainment can see a play at the Duncan Little Theatre or the Simmons Center Performing Arts Theatre. Education is provided by the Duncan Public Schools System. However, the Bray homeowner can attend colleges and universities such as University of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation College and Cameron University. Some annual events within the area include the Red River Ranch Round-Up, the Duncan Women's Expo, and the Duncan Art Guild Canvas Gala.


Whether you are buying a home, selling your current home or wanting more information on Bray, Oklahoma, Perkins Insurance and Realty is there to meet all of your needs. Contact us today to begin your real estate adventure!