Neighborhood
Near Everything You Need
River Oaks Apartments is surrounded by excellent schools, vibrant dining, and everyday essentials. Just minutes away you’ll find Wilton Manors Elementary, Sunrise Middle, and Fort Lauderdale High. Grocery shopping is easy with nearby Publix, Sprouts, ALDI, and more. When it comes to dining, you’re spoiled for choice: cozy diners like Peter Pan, brunch at Bulegreen Cafe Yard, or a fine dining at Escargot Bistro. For shopping, the Norton Shopping Center and Coral Ridge Mall are just a short drive. And with Dixie Highway and Commercial Boulevard at your doorstep, plus multiple Broward County bus routes, getting around is simple. Whether you’re heading to work, school, or a night out, River Oaks offers the perfect location to call home!
Shopping
- The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
- Coral Ridge Mall
- Gateway Shopping Center
- Northridge Shopping Center
- Plaza Del Mar Shopping Center
Schools
- Fort Lauderdale High School
- Little Flower Montessori School
- Lighthouse Christian Academy
- Sunrise Middle School
- Wilton Manors Elementary School
Employment
- Mycareerboom
- Source Staffing
- Oakland Park Human Resources
- Empowerment of Florida Inc
- Multi-Million Dollar Opportunities
Attractions
- Museum of Discovery and Science
- Escapology Escape Rooms
- Jaxon's Riverwalk Scavenger Hunt
- Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
- Xtreme Action Park
Parks & Recreation
- Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
- Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
- Secret Woods Nature Center
- Fern Forest Nature Center
- Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale
Shopping
- Cypress Creek Commuter Rail
- Fort Lauderdale Commuter Rail
- Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport
- Miami International Airport
Advantages of Living in
Oakland Park, Florida
Oakland Park, Florida, offers a convenient and affordable lifestyle just north of Fort Lauderdale. The city’s central location provides easy access to beaches, highways, and the airport, while its revitalized downtown features new restaurants, breweries, and local shops. With diverse, family-friendly neighborhoods and a warm climate year-round, Oakland Park combines comfort, community, and accessibility in one of South Florida’s most promising areas.