Oaks
Greenbelts, parks, hiking trails and more
Oaks Branch Park and its connecting, 15-acre greenbelt are the heart of the neighborhood. The park has a shaded playground and trails. Residents can access the Duck Creek Greenbelt Trail from the northern portion of Oak Branch Park. This 7.2-mile trail is the longest continuous trail in northeast Dallas County. It winds through the Duck Park Greenbelt – which connects Ablon, Gatewood and Cody parks – and takes hikers and cyclists between the Richardson and Garland suburbs. The southern trailhead links up with the Mesquite Heritage Trail. Oaks Branch Park Greenbelt also connects to Ablon Park, which offers a pond with a fishing pier, trail, soccer and baseball fields. Mesquite Golf Club is 2 miles east and features an 18-hole course. While it’s public, the club offers tiered memberships, including unlimited cart fees, use of the driving range and other amenities. The shores of Lake Ray Hubbard are less than 3 miles from Oaks. The 22,000-acre lake is a popular spot for fishing, sailing and wakeboarding. There are also several waterfront parks.Tree-filled neighborhood with ramblers and traditional brick homes
The tree-lined neighborhood contains oaks, Japanese maples and pecan trees. Oaks features ranch-style, traditional two-story brick and contemporary Craftsman-style homes. Most were built in the mid-1970s, but there are also some newly constructed ones built in 2023 and 2024. There are a few newer million-dollar properties in the northeastern corner of the neighborhood. Prices range from the mid-$300,000s for a three-bedroom to the high-$500,000s for a four- or five-bedroom. Property size averages between 1,800 square feet and 3,000 square feet. Older homes have rear-garage parking. Newer builds have front-facing, multicar garages and lot sizes averaging around 9,000 square feet. Some properties can stretch more than 1 acre, with in-ground pools and fenced-in backyards. Most residents are within walking and biking distance of several parks, a school, churches and a greenbelt.Home to fifth-best school district in the county
Garland Independent School District serves the area and is ranked the sixth-best district in Dallas County, according to Niche. Students can attend the B-rated Toler Elementary, followed by Lyles Middle, which has a B-minus Niche score and offers a STEAM-centered curriculum. Kids can finish their education at Lakeview Centennial High School, which earns a B-plus. The school offers a College and Career Magnet program, where students may apply for career training in TV production, teaching, marketing, piano and theater. “Garland made itself an open district, and other kids from other districts can be approved to come here,” says Patrick Abell, a Realtor with United Real Estate for nearly a decade.Surrounded by shopping and dining
Oaks is primarily residential, but shopping and dining are easy to access off Belt Line Road and Interstate 30, which intersect at the neighborhood’s northwestern corner. India Garden is known for its chicken tikka masala, mango lassi drinks and regular buffet. Baker’s Ribs is a popular spot for St. Louis-style ribs, Texas brisket and fried pies. De La Fuente Tacos de Birria is a favorite for its birria tacos, tortas and horchatas. For essentials, Walmart Supercenter also is off Belt Line Road, and Albertson’s is on the other side of the street. Market East Shopping Center is 4 miles away. A diverse selection of locally owned shops and restaurants can be found in Downtown Garland, 7 miles north.A city that celebrates
Downtown Garland hosts various events and festivals, including the annual Dia de los Muertos tradition in November, the Sounds of Summer Concert Series, a fall carnival in October, the annual Wheels of Hope Car Show in October and Christmas on the Square. The December holiday celebration illuminates the city with a tree lighting. Several churches are within the neighborhood, including Casa View Baptist Church, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, One Community Church – Garland campus and Sojourner Ministries. “We embrace every culture, and we have it all,” Abell says.Seven miles from Downtown Garland
Interstate 30 and U.S. Route 67 run along the community’s northern edge. These routes provide access to the rest of the area. Downtown Garland is 7 miles away, Dallas Love Field Airport is 22 miles away, and Plano is a 20-mile drive. There is no public transportation serving Oaks. Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite is the closest hospital, 6 miles south.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Anny Ortiz
HomesUSA.com
(972) 895-6510
30 Total Sales
1 in Oaks
$199,999 Price
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Kalani Hooker
BHHS A Action REALTORS
(817) 803-1861
65 Total Sales
1 in Oaks
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Laura White
Compass RE Texas, LLC.
(682) 297-3886
69 Total Sales
1 in Oaks
$240,000 Price
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Sara Hudler
Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS
(806) 702-7916
174 Total Sales
1 in Oaks
$271,500 Price
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Shawna Fitzgerald
Keller Williams Central
(469) 945-6457
27 Total Sales
1 in Oaks
$239,900 Price
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Doug Wingfield
Coldwell Banker Realty
(972) 640-6617
25 Total Sales
1 in Oaks
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oaks | US |
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Homicide | 4 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
Robbery | 4 | 4 |
Burglary | 5 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
Larceny | 5 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oaks, Garland sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Oaks, Garland over the last 12 months is $347,450, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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