The Dolese
Mansion
729 NW 38th Street. One of Oklahoma City's most recognized historic estates, coming to auction through Bray Auctions.
There are homes you tour. Then there are homes you remember.
The Dolese Mansion has been part of Oklahoma City's conversation for generations. Located at 729 NW 38th Street in the heart of Crown Heights, this estate carries the kind of scale, architectural character, and neighborhood presence that newer builds spend millions trying to imitate and never quite get there.
It's connected to the Dolese family name, rooted in one of Oklahoma City's most established historic neighborhoods, and it represents something most buyers search for their entire lives without ever finding. A home with a real story. A home that has meant something to this city for nearly ninety years.
This is not another listing. It's a chance to own a piece of Oklahoma City history.
“There is nothing, no, nothing, ordinary about the Dolese Mansion. It overwhelms the visitor with its opulence.”
— The Daily Oklahoman
Nearly a century of Oklahoma history under one roof.
Some properties are known by their address. The Dolese Mansion is known by its name. Originally rooted in the early residential development of Crown Heights, the estate became associated with Roger and Ardith Dolese, whose family name runs deep in Oklahoma industry and community history.
The mansion earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places. It was chosen not once but twice as the Oklahoma City Philharmonic's prestigious Symphony Show House. Only two families have owned it in nearly ninety years.
Two neighboring homes built in the heart of Crown Heights.
Roger Dolese unifies the homes. Crystal chandeliers, marble, and hand-carved paneling arrive from Europe.
Selected as the Oklahoma City Philharmonic's Symphony Show House. Full restoration begins from original Dolese blueprints.
Interior architect Jason Johnston updates interiors while preserving original Dolese character.
Named a second time as the OKC Philharmonic's Symphony Show House.
Presented at auction by Bray Auctions.
Every room tells a story. This is the full picture.
Designed for scale, presence, and the kind of craftsmanship that holds up for nearly a century — built to host, to gather, to leave an impression.
Grand Entry Foyer
A statement staircase under a hand-carved coffered ceiling — the kind of arrival that tells you exactly what kind of home you've entered.
European Finishes
Crystal chandeliers, marble fireplaces, hand-carved wood paneling, and ornate crown moldings the Doleses brought back from their travels.
Stone-Arch Kitchen
A professional multi-burner kitchen anchored by a dramatic hand-laid stone arch range.
First-Floor Master
The original Dolese master suite anchors the main floor, scaled for an era when bedrooms were rooms to live in.
Formal Dining Hall
Scaled to match the estate. Original plaster ceiling medallion, marble mantel, room for twenty.
Library & Study
Floor-to-ceiling hand-carved walnut, a marble fireplace, and the kind of quiet only nine decades of craftsmanship produces.
A first look. Photography in progress.
A first look inside the Dolese Mansion — the character, scale, and craftsmanship you'll encounter on site.
Hear directly from the auctioneer handling this sale.
In the heart of Crown Heights.
The Dolese Mansion sits at 729 NW 38th Street in Crown Heights, one of Oklahoma City's most established and historically significant residential neighborhoods. Mature trees, timeless architecture, and a central location.
Western Avenue, Paseo, Midtown, Downtown OKC, and Nichols Hills are all close. The quiet, residential character of Crown Heights is right outside the front door.
A significant opportunity, handled the right way.
The Dolese Mansion is presented exclusively by Bray Auctions. Bidding takes place through Bray Auctions' platform at bidbray.com, powered by BidWrangler.
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This property deserves more than photos.
You can't feel the weight of the original staircase through a screen. You can't see how the light moves through those European fixtures in a listing photo. You can't understand the scale of this home until you're standing inside it.
Bray Auctions is offering private showings by appointment for qualified buyers ahead of the auction. It's a personal walkthrough, not an open house.
Due to the size and historic nature of the property, showings are by appointment and may require buyer verification or proof of funds.
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Learn More at bidbray.com →Barrett Bray doesn't just call bids. He knows how to read a room, build competitive energy, and guide sellers and buyers through sales that actually matter to them.
In 2018, Barrett was named the Men's International Auctioneer Champion through the National Auctioneers Association, and the Oklahoma State Auctioneer Champion that same year. His experience extends into nationally recognized collector car auctions, including Barrett-Jackson and GAA Classic Cars.
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