Oakland Florida is located near the center of the state of Florida. You will locate it in West Orange County bordering Winter Garden Florida ( west of Orlando) which is much more widely known. Part of the town of Oakland uses Winter Garden for address purposes. This is because it shares the 34787 zip code associated with Winter Garden a more widely known town in Orange County. The 34760 zip code also applies to this area.
The town of Oakland has a total area of only 2.1 square miles a small portion of which is water. That is a fairly small area for population growth. For that reason there are only around 4,000 residents but thanks to the Oakland Park community and a few others there has been a population explosion. The elevation is around 121 feet above sea level.
Oakland was established back in 1887. That makes this town one of the oldest municipalities in all of Orange County. The first post office here actually opened in 1860, closed 7 years later and then reopened in 1877. Later in 1887 the town incorporated but was surpassed rapidly by neighboring cities Lie Winter Garden and Orlando. Oakland was destined to remain a quaint small town adjacent to them due to commerce.
Florida is one of the best places to live in the United States. This city is a great example of why may families who visit end up living here. It's not just the housing but it is also the many activities in this area.
The West Orange Trail runs right past or even through many of the neighborhoods in this area. The trail is paved, over 22 miles and used by thousands of local residents and visitors every single day. It is safe and has countless places along its path to stop and soak in the area activities or refreshments.
The city of Oakland has most of its population living in larger and newer neighborhoods. The mix of amenities they offer and location has spurred the growth of this area and its cost of living. However most have decided that the combination of amenities and planned community events are more than worth the price.
If you combine the categories of housing the median price is in the $400,000's. Oakland Park has a much higher median price for homes for sale but it is located on the eastern side of Oakland in the 34787 zip code. However most of us recognize Oakland Park as being part of beautiful Oakland Florida.