Oklahoma City renters face rising costs, high eviction rates as lawmaker pushes for safeguards

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — As the cost of living climbs in Oklahoma City and more residents rely on renting, a state lawmaker says the city’s unusually high share of corporate-owned homes and fast eviction process are contributing to a system stacked against renters and their families.

The cost of living has never been higher in Oklahoma City.

According to Zillow, the average rent in Oklahoma City is now $1,350 a month…

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