Moving to Oakland Park, FL

About Oakland Park

Oakland Park is a centrally located city of about 44,200 residents (2020 census 44,229, per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026) sitting just north of downtown Fort Lauderdale and bordering Wilton Manors. Rising property values in neighboring Wilton Manors have spilled over, fueling interest in Oakland Park's downtown redevelopment plan along Dixie Highway/Main Street (per Wikipedia). The city is known for its arts and festival scene — Jaco Pastorius Park hosts city events including Oktoberfest — plus the Funky Buddha Brewery, a longtime downtown anchor.

Home prices in Oakland Park

The median listing price in Oakland Park is $422,500.

Top places in Oakland Park

• Jaco Pastorius Park
• Downtown Oakland Park / Main Street
• Funky Buddha Brewery
• Royal Palm Park
• Wimberly Athletic Fields.
• Oakland Park Library
• New bike path (opened 2021, shown in the Commons photo below) connecting neighborhoods.

Commuting from Oakland Park

• Typical drive to downtown Miami: approximately 45–65 minutes (approximate; roughly 40 miles; longer in rush-hour traffic).

Schools in Oakland Park

Public schools: Broward County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Oakland Park FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Oakland Park, FL?
  The median listing price in Oakland Park is $422,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026
• How is the commute from Oakland Park, FL?
  Typical drive to downtown Miami: approximately 45–65 minutes (approximate; roughly 40 miles; longer in rush-hour traffic).
• Which school district serves Oakland Park, FL?
  Oakland Park is served by Broward County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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