Oakland Homes for Sale

Oakland, a neighborhood in Topeka, retains a small-town feel despite being annexed by the city in 1926. Located on the east side of the river, it features mid-century homes and historic buildings, some of which are now boarded up but once served as local shops. The area is known for its longstanding establishments like Brass Rail Tavern, the oldest bar in Topeka, and popular dining spots such as Abigail’s Oakland Grill and Bar, Pizza Parlor, and Restaurante Oaxaqueño. For shopping, residents have a Dollar General in the neighborhood, with larger retailers like Walmart and Dillons about 4 miles away on U.S. Route 24. Oakland Billard Park offers recreational facilities including ballfields, a soccer field, a playground, and one of Topeka’s three skate parks. The Oakland Community Center provides indoor activities and a fitness center, with a new outdoor pool set to open in 2025. The neighborhood also features a 1.6-mile trail connecting to Santa Fe Park and the Oakland Levee Gravel Trail, which runs nearly 9 miles along the Kansas River. Fiesta Topeka, hosted by Our Lady of Guadalupe Church since 1933, is a major annual event celebrating Mexican culture with food, music, and carnival rides. The neighborhood's streets are lined with two- to three-bedroom bungalows and ranch-style houses, along with some original Victorian homes. Public transportation is accessible via Topeka Metro buses, and Interstate 70 provides easy travel to Kansas City, 60 miles away.