Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
16%
Oakland Park, FL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,950
Population
43,955
Renter Mix
47% Rent
A thriving suburban enclave in the heart of South Florida
Coastal
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Beach
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Tourism
Tucked between Fort Lauderdale and the Atlantic coast, Oakland Park carries a quiet confidence that bigger South Florida cities often trade for flash. Once called Floranada—a creative mashup of Florida and Canada—this nine-square-mile city reincorporated in 1929 and has been evolving ever since. Neighborhoods like Coral Heights and North Andrews Gardens give the city a grounded, residential feel, while nearby Wilton Drive delivers lively dining and nightlife just minutes away. Royal Palm Park offers shaded trails and picnic spots, and with I-95 close by, Fort Lauderdale and Miami are both within reach.
The rental market spans garden-style apartments, cozy townhomes, updated condos, and standalone houses. Renters wanting more space without sacrificing South Florida convenience will find Oakland Park hits that balance well. Funky Buddha Brewery—a craft beer institution beloved across the region—calls Oakland Park home, adding laid-back, neighborhood-bar energy to the local scene. Whether you're drawn by coastal access, the calmer pace, or proximity to one of Florida's most active metro corridors, there's plenty to like about putting down roots here.
Explore the City
Oakland Park City Hall is located in Downtown Oakland Park.
Oakland Park residents can find public transportation on most major roadways.
Someone Relaxing in the bench Park.
Train Passing by.
Funky Buddha Brewery is a large local brewer in Oakland Park, with a full bar and restaurant.
Oakland Park has many modest bungalow style homes with nicely appointed gardens.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$58,807
Average: $80,192
Education
12,853
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
26,045
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Oakland Park has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Oakland Park, FL is $1,962 for a studio, $1,966 for one bedroom, $2,124 for two bedrooms, and $2,793 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oakland Park has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,966/month
681 Sq Ft
House
$5,752/month
1,789 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,117/month
877 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,722/month
1,359 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Oakland Park, FL is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Oakland Park Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
518 Students
North Andrews Gardens Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
685 Students
Lloyd Estates Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
385 Students
James S. Rickards Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
826 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,790 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
304 Students
Sunfire High School of Lee County
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Holiday Park
- Museum of Discovery and Science
- Fern Forest Nature Center
- Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
- Butterfly World
Airports
- Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International
- Miami International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.