1901 to 2024, with most homes from 1925 to 2011Years built
1,000 to 2,650 sq ft, with larger custom homesHome size
2 to 4 bedroomsBedrooms
Historic Town CenterArea
Why people move here

Old Florida bones, oak canopy and a trail at the end of the street.

The historic town is Oakland the way it has looked for generations: cottages and bungalows on mature lots under live oaks, with the town hall, Speer Park and the West Orange Trail a short walk away. Newer custom homes fill in between the older ones, so every block is a little different.
Most streets have no HOA, and some homes still sit on well or septic, which matters when you write an offer. Inventory is thin and turns over slowly, so when the right house comes up you need to move with a plan already in place.
Downsizers who want walkability and character, and buyers who would rather have a porch than a clubhouse.

Historic Town of Oakland at a glance

Location: The original town grid around Oakland Avenue, Tubb Street and Speer Park, along the West Orange Trail

Builder: Custom and individual builders

Built: 1901 to 2024, with most homes from 1925 to 2011

Homes: About 237 homes and 41 vacant lots

Home types: Historic cottages, bungalows and newer custom homes

Size: About 1,000 to 2,650 sq ft, with larger custom homes

Bedrooms: 2 to 4 bedrooms

Area: Historic Town Center

Life here

What Historic Town of Oakland has

🌳Oak-canopy streets
🚲West Orange Trail through the middle of town
⚓Speer Park and the lake pier
🚲Arts & Heritage Center on the trail
🚲Farmers market on the trail
🌊Oakland Nature Preserve boardwalk to Lake Apopka
📋Many streets with no HOA
Proximity

What is close to Historic Town of Oakland

  • West Orange Trail in town
  • Oakland Nature Preserve ~0.5 to 1 mi
  • Historic Downtown Winter Garden ~3 mi
  • Clermont ~12 min

Approximate distances from the community entrance. Walt Disney World is roughly about 25 minutes away off-peak. SR 50 and the Turnpike interchange back up at rush hour, so send me your work address and I will map your real commute.

Schools

🏫 Oakland Avenue Charter School (K to 5, enrollment rules apply)

🏫 Tildenville Elementary

🏫 Lakeview Middle

🏫 West Orange High

Orange County Public Schools. Zoning changes, so verify every address.

The numbers

Historic Town of Oakland market snapshot

Historic Town of Oakland had 3 closed sales in the last 12 months. That is too few for a median that means anything, so I price homes here one at a time.

Get the real numbers for Historic Town of Oakland

Call or text me at 407.502.4719 and I will send every recent closed sale in and around Historic Town of Oakland, straight from Stellar MLS, with what each one tells us about value.

Stellar MLS, residential closed sales, 12 months ending September 30, 2026. Pulled Oct 15, 2026 and refreshed every quarter. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For a specific home, request a custom report.

Live MLS listings

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Free guides

Buying or selling in Historic Town of Oakland?

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🏡 Buyer Guide

How buying in Historic Town of Oakland works, from new construction versus resale to what to verify on HOA, CDD and school zoning.

🔑 Seller Guide

Pricing, prep and timing for selling your current home, including how to sell and buy at the same time without moving twice.

Questions buyers ask

Historic Town of Oakland FAQ

Where is Historic Town of Oakland in Oakland?

Historic Town of Oakland is in the historic town center along Oakland Avenue and the West Orange Trail, at The original town grid around Oakland Avenue, Tubb Street and Speer Park, along the West Orange Trail.

How far is Historic Town of Oakland from Walt Disney World?

Roughly about 25 minutes off-peak from this part of Oakland. I will map the exact drive from the entrance before you choose.

When were homes in Historic Town of Oakland built?

1901 to 2024, with most homes from 1925 to 2011. Most homes were built by individual or custom builders.

What amenities does Historic Town of Oakland have?

Oak-canopy streets, West Orange Trail through the middle of town, Speer Park and the lake pier, Arts & Heritage Center on the trail, Farmers market on the trail, Oakland Nature Preserve boardwalk to Lake Apopka, Many streets with no HOA.

Is Historic Town of Oakland a gated community?

Historic Town of Oakland is not listed as gated. Ask me about gated options nearby.

What schools serve Historic Town of Oakland?

Schools commonly listed for this community: Oakland Avenue Charter School (K to 5, enrollment rules apply), Tildenville Elementary, Lakeview Middle, West Orange High. Assignments change, so verify zoning for a specific address with the OCPS School Locator.

Is Historic Town of Oakland in the Town of Oakland?

Historic Town of Oakland is inside the Town of Oakland, its own incorporated town since 1887 with its own government and police department. Many Oakland homes carry a Winter Garden 34787 mailing address, and a few nearby streets are in Winter Garden city limits or unincorporated Orange County, so I confirm the jurisdiction for every address.

What do homes in Historic Town of Oakland sell for?

Too few homes sold in Historic Town of Oakland in the last 12 months for a reliable median. Call or text me at 407.502.4719 and I will send recent closed sales in and around Historic Town of Oakland from Stellar MLS.

Your next step

Thinking about Historic Town of Oakland?

Give me 30 minutes and tell me your timeline. I will send back:

  • Recent closed sales in Historic Town of Oakland, straight from Stellar MLS
  • Town of Oakland or Winter Garden, HOA, well and septic for the homes that fit
  • Your real commute, mapped from the entrance

No pressure. If you are selling a home somewhere else first, we will plan both sides together.

Semper Fi to your real estate needs. Jorge Martinez, REALTOR®

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Community details come from public sources and change over time; distances are approximate. Market data from Stellar MLS. Buyers should verify Town of Oakland, city or county jurisdiction, school assignments, HOA, CDD, lake access and all property details independently. The JEM Property Group is an independently owned and operated real estate team affiliated with Keller Williams Realty. Equal Housing Opportunity.