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Escaping city life in Oakland
In Oakland, residents enjoy a naturally beautiful neighborhood surrounded by bunches of trees and small ponds just 18 miles from Bossier City. “It’s a blue-collar community with lots of farmers and landowners,” says Jenny Spivey, a Realtor with East Bank Real Estate. Spivey has been selling homes for 17 years and has lived in the area her entire life. “People move here to get away from the busy city life,” says Spivey. Major employers in the area include many oil refineries nearby and the Barksdale Air Force Base-East, which is 15 miles away. Oakland is a small-town community with homes on large patches of land.
Traditional-style homes with brick exteriors
The area offers ranch-style homes ranging from $200,000 to $300,000 with expansive front yards and long driveways. Within the neighborhood is a golfing community, the Old Oaks subdivision, that is comprised of traditional-style homes with brick exteriors and manicured lawns, ranging from $300,000 to $400,000.
STEM programs at Elm Middle
Children can attend Haughton Elementary School, which has a B-plus from Niche. Kids may advance to Elm Grove Middle, which has a B-plus and a STEM program for students. The B-plus-rated Haughton High recently renovated a new classroom wing in June 2023, which is comprised of an administrative office, 22 classrooms, 2 special education classrooms and 6 business classrooms.
Say hello to animals at Shreveport Aquarium
South Bossier Park is a popular destination for sports like lacrosse. The park also hosts an annual Fourth of July fireworks show. The Joe Delaney Memorial Park hosts an annual Christmas festival and has a playground and walking and biking trails. Residents use the 18-hole golf course at the Old Oaks Golf Club to practice their technique. The Shreveport Aquarium is a popular indoor destination just 18 miles away, where residents can see over 300 species.
Getting around, to Bossier City
Highway LA-157 runs through Oakland, helping residents get to places in the neighborhood and to Bossier City. The Shreveport Regional Airport is 28 miles away. The Amtrak train service also provides residents access to Bossier City.
Mexican cuisine and karaoke nights
The Spring Market is a popular grocer in the area. Residents use the 4 Way Country Store for quick-to-go items and to fill up their tanks. Don Lucio’s Bar and Grill is a popular Mexican restaurant that offers colorful margaritas and authentic food. Pinky’s on the Bayou is a local bar known for their karaoke nights and rustic atmosphere.
Red River views and family fun
The Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets is 19 miles away in Bossier City, offering residents a place to shop with over 60 stores and waterfront views of the Red River. The Party Central Family Fun Center is also located in Bossier City, where locals play arcade games and mini golf. The area looks forward to Mardi Gras season in February, which includes plenty of fun in the sun at block parties and concerts.
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On average, homes in Oakland, Haughton sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakland, Haughton over the last 12 months is $250,250, down 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
UNDEVELOPED ACREAGE WITH ENDLESS POTENTIAL! Imagine spot clearing just the right trees to create the perfect setting for your future homesite, complete with a private, winding driveway leading back from the frontage. Whether you envision developing this tract into a residential homesite or prefer to keep it in timber for investment and recreation, the possibilities are wide open. With its natural
Wooded acreage available in Haughton. This 40 acre tract includes pine and hardwood. This land would be great for a new homesite or a recreational property. It is conveniently located between South Bossier and Haughton with easy access to Hwy 157 and I-20.
UNDEVELOPED ACREAGE WITH ENDLESS POTENTIAL! Imagine spot clearing just the right trees to create the perfect setting for your future homesite, complete with a private, winding driveway leading back from the frontage. Whether you envision developing this tract into a residential homesite or prefer to keep it in timber for investment and recreation, the possibilities are wide open. With its
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