Oakland Park is a Broward County city of roughly 46,500 residents just north of Fort Lauderdale, with a median home value near $435,000 across zip codes 33334, 33309, 33311 and 33306, and its own walkable downtown centered on Northeast 12th Avenue.
ZIP Codes | County | Population | Median Home Value | School District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
33334, 33309, 33311, 33306 | Broward County | ~46,500 (2026 est.) | ~$435,000 | Broward County Public Schools |
Population figure reflects 2026 estimates building on the 2020 U.S. Census count of 44,237. Median home value reflects Zillow's home value index for the 33334 zip code as of mid-2026; other Oakland Park zip codes trend lower.
Home to nearly 46,500 residents, it's where a small-town vibe and urban living beautifully mesh.
Arches marking "Downtown Oakland Park" greet visitors along Northeast 12th Avenue, home to several of South Florida's best known breweries, a local coffee shop, City Hall and a wide range of restaurants. Oakland Park is generally bordered by Oakland Park Boulevard to the south, US-1/Federal Highway to the east, up to Northeast 62nd Street in select portions, and as far west as Northwest 35th Avenue in some areas.
Within the city, established pockets like North Andrews Gardens offer classic single-family homes, while The Corals has larger estate-style properties. Dozens of condo buildings round out the mix, from simple walk-ups to fully amenitized towers. Wherever you land, Downtown Fort Lauderdale and the Atlantic Ocean are both about a 15 minute drive away.
Northeast 12th Avenue, running parallel to Dixie Highway between Northeast 38th Street and Oakland Park Boulevard, is the city's main stretch, anchored by Funky Buddha Brewery, Cyth & Co. coffee shop, The Butcher's Barrel, Nour Thai Kitchen and the boutique The Wander Shop. Just north, Jaco Pastorius Park hosts outdoor concerts and cultural events throughout the year.
At Prospect Road and North Andrews Avenue, longtime diners American Coffee Shop and Garden, along with Fat Freddy's Sub Shop, round out the local dining scene. Further south on Andrews Avenue, shops, taco spots and grocery stores serve the area's large Latino community and beyond.
On Dixie Highway between Northeast 38th Street and Oakland Park Boulevard, running parallel to the main drag, are Prison Pals Brewery, the Brazilian-inspired Bulegreen Café Yard, Chainbridge Distillery and G21 Fitness, a personal training studio.
For household needs, a Lowe's Home Improvement sits just east of I-95 along Oakland Park Boulevard, with a Home Depot about five minutes west of I-95 on the same corridor. Grocery options range from mom-and-pop produce stands like Farmers Market Vegetables and Swinging Bananas to Publix, ALDI and Bravo Supermarkets citywide.
Business names, locations and offerings above reflect information published on each business's own website or the City of Oakland Park's site at the time of writing; confirm hours directly before visiting.
Wimberly Fields Park underwent a major renovation and now includes a splash pad, baseball fields, tennis courts and lighted, wind-screened pickleball courts considered among the best in Broward County. Easterlin Park, just west of I-95, is shaded by cypress trees estimated at 250 years old and includes a disc golf course, nature trail and campgrounds. A smaller park behind City Hall offers two tennis courts and a playground.
Family-oriented attractions nearby include Xtreme Action Park, with an indoor go-kart track, escape rooms and arcade games; projectROCK, an indoor rock-climbing gym; and the Oakland Park Selfie Museum.
Oakland Park is zoned to Broward County Public Schools. Elementary options include Lloyd Estates Elementary, North Andrews Gardens Elementary and Oakland Park Elementary, feeding into James S. Rickards Middle School, which offers Gifted & Talented and Cambridge International programming and is rated by GreatSchools as performing about average for Florida middle schools with similar grade levels. Northeast High School, a magnet campus offering AP courses and a Cambridge International track, is rated by GreatSchools as performing below average compared to Florida high schools with similar grade levels.
School quality varies meaningfully by campus here, so buyers with children should review current GreatSchools and Broward County Public Schools data for the specific attendance zone before purchasing.
School performance descriptions reflect GreatSchools.org profile data current as of this writing; ratings can shift year to year with new state testing results.
Oakland Park's housing stock skews more affordable than beachside Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods, with a median home value near $435,000 in the 33334 zip code and lower medians, around $375,000 to $406,000, in the 33309 and citywide Redfin figures. Inventory spans HOA-free single-family homes in North Andrews Gardens to full-amenity condo towers closer to Downtown Oakland Park.
For a wider comparison of Fort Lauderdale-area inventory and pricing, see Fort Lauderdale Homes for Sale. Buyers comparing value against nearby waterfront markets often also look at Wilton Manors and Coral Ridge.
Home value and pricing figures are drawn from Zillow's home value index and Redfin market data as of mid-2026; both update monthly and can vary based on active listing mix.
Oakland Park suits buyers who want a walkable local downtown, breweries and restaurants along Northeast 12th Avenue, and a more affordable entry point than beachside Fort Lauderdale, while staying about 15 minutes from Downtown Fort Lauderdale and the ocean.
Median home values run roughly $375,000 to $435,000 depending on zip code, with the 33334 zip trending higher than 33309, reflecting a mix of single-family homes and condos across the city.
Oakland Park is zoned to Broward County Public Schools, with several elementary options feeding into James S. Rickards Middle School and Northeast High School; school performance varies by specific campus, so it's worth checking current ratings for your address.
Oakland Park is about a 15 minute drive from both Downtown Fort Lauderdale and the Atlantic Ocean, making it a convenient, more budget-friendly base for buyers who still want quick beach access.
Oakland Park offers breweries and restaurants along Northeast 12th Avenue and Dixie Highway, renovated parks like Wimberly Fields with pickleball and a splash pad, cypress-shaded Easterlin Park, and family attractions including Xtreme Action Park and an indoor rock-climbing gym.
