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Oak Park
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Oak Park is an unincorporated community nestled in the Simi Hills of southeastern Ventura County, developed in the late 1960s as a residential enclave. The area grew from a single-road connection to nearby Agoura Hills into a small, stable community of about 13,900 residents. Its hillside location and distance from major urban centers give it a quieter, more suburban character than many of its surrounding neighbors.
Life in Oak Park centers around its parks and family-oriented neighborhoods rather than walkable commercial corridors. The community ranks in the bottom tier for local amenities relative to the broader Ventura County and Los Angeles region, meaning you will rely heavily on a car for shopping, dining, and most errands. However, the trade-off is a more secluded, residential setting away from heavy traffic and dense urban pressure.
Living here
Day-to-day life in Oak Park revolves around your car. With only about one restaurant and one grocery store available within a short walk on average, most errands require driving. Parks like Indian Springs Park, Chaparral Park, and Mae Boyar Park provide outdoor recreation and green space, but getting to dining, shopping, or services means leaving the neighborhood. The community itself has maintained a stable, quiet character since its 1960s development.
Oak Park has no direct rail transit access, so public transportation options are limited. If you work elsewhere in Ventura County or Los Angeles County, plan on a commute by car. The hillside terrain and suburban layout mean sprawling distances between destinations. This setup suits residents who prioritize peace and privacy over walkability and spontaneous local exploration.
Who it's for
Oak Park is best for renters who work locally, have flexible schedules, or are willing to commute by car, and who value a quiet, residential setting over urban convenience. Families with school-age children and people seeking distance from high-density living may find the trade-off worthwhile. It is not a good fit for those who rely on public transit, want walkable dining and shopping, or prefer being near cultural institutions and nightlife.
Schools in Oak Park
1 public school sit inside this area. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.
| School | Grades | English | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttercup Pre-School Elementary | K | — | — |
Source: California Dept. of Education (directory) and CAASPP Smarter Balanced. We publish these figures as the state reports them and show the same table for every neighborhood. Saktoo does not rate schools, and school data is never part of a neighborhood match score. Attendance boundaries change — confirm the assigned school with the district before relying on it.
Around Oak Park
Gladstone Donuts · Kids World
Chapparal Park · Deerhill Park · Eagle View Park · Indian Springs Park
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What the census says about Oak Park
Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Oak Park; none of them feed the scores above.
- Typical commute
- 36 min
- one way, residents who work
- Settled households
- 86%
- moved in before 2018
- Housing built
- ~1980
- average year of construction
- Above 1 per room
- 1%
- a measure of housing pressure
- Vacant units
- 0%
- of all housing units
- Broadband
- 98%
- of households subscribe
- Detached houses
- 78%
- the rest are attached or apartments
- Typical size
- 3 bed
- median across all homes here
- Homes here
- 610
- total housing units
Averaged across 1 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car to live in Oak Park?+
Yes. With very few amenities within walking distance, you will need a car for almost all errands, shopping, and dining. There is no rail transit nearby, and the community's hillside, dispersed layout makes driving essential.
What parks and recreation are nearby?+
Oak Park has several parks within the community, including Indian Springs Park, Chaparral Park, Mae Boyar Park, and North Ranch Playfield. These offer local green space and outdoor activities, though options for dining and shopping nearby are limited.
How far is Oak Park from other parts of Ventura County or Los Angeles?+
Oak Park is in southeastern Ventura County near the Los Angeles County border (close to Agoura Hills). Commutes to other employment centers will depend on your destination, but expect 20-45 minutes or more to major job centers like Ventura, Thousand Oaks, or Los Angeles proper.
How does Oak Park compare to nearby communities?+
Oak Park ranks near the bottom (359 of 371) for walkable amenities compared to the broader region. It is similar to other car-dependent, lower-density communities and has fewer local shops and restaurants than more urban-oriented areas.
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Oak Park?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Oak Park are Rancho Cucamonga, Colton, Corona and Lake Elsinore.