About Oak Park
Oak Park is a community located within Southern California's Ventura County. It's
15,000 residents enjoy the picturesque Simi Hills in which they live, part of Conejo
Valley. Situated close to Malibu, Thousand Oaks, and Agoura Hills, Oak Park offers
a sense of natural seclusion while allowing for easy access to the mountains, Pacific
Ocean, and metro L.A.
One of the most treasured part of life in Oak Park is the abundant availability
of parks and open space. More than half the town is comprised of such designated
green space. Scenic trips by foot, bike, or horse reveal a variety of natural splendor
with foothills, canyons, mountains, and open areas all found nearby. Many nature-lovers
often include the pastoral Santa Monica Mountains in their adventures.
Each of community's parks boasts a distinctive look, feel, and features. The largest
of which, Oask Canyon Community Park, consists of over 38,000 acres an includes
amenities like an amphitheater, dog park, and picnic shelter.
The Oak Park Open Space offers breathtaking views on unspoiled nature at it's very
best. It is very popular for the common sightings of birds and wildlife, including
eagles known rest nearby.
The parts not designated as green space in Oak Park are primarily residential. An
attractive mix of single-family houses and townhomes share tree-lined streets. A
delightful selection of housing opportunities can be found, including estates and
condominiums as well. They make up more than neighborhoods however; Oak Park is
truly a community. Neighbors know one another and come together to keep the small-town
vibe a reality in this charming town.
While grand estates are available at a premium price, there is a great range in
pricing of real estate in Oak Park, just as there is in housing choices. They are
among the most moderately priced homes you can find with such stunning ameneties.
This community spirit is never more evident than in their schools. The school system
which serves Oak Park is often touted as one of the best California has to offer.
The Oak Park Unified School District has three elementary schools, a middle school,
a high school, and an alternative high school. Their quality academic and related
programs have led to many designations as “Distinguished Schools” by the state.
Vast amounts of land, stunning vistas, and reasonable housing prices, make Oak Park
one of the most desirable places to call home. The pleasant year-round temperatures
and small-town charm make it a wonderful place to live.
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