Oakwood, Los Angeles, CA

Oakwood Neighborhood Guide Los Angeles, CA

About

Oakwood, also known as "Venice Oakwood" is an ethnically diverse neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, situated east of Abbot Kinney Boulevard and south of Santa Monica Boulevard. This vibrant community is a few miles away from Venice Beach and is surrounded by important routes such as the 405 Freeway and Route 1. Known for its rich history, Oakwood was originally a part of a Mexican land grant and today, it's a bustling neighborhood featuring a mix of single-family homes and apartment buildings.

What You Will Love about Oakwood, Los Angeles, California

  • The neighborhood is filled with rich cultural history and diverse architecture, featuring both modern and historic homes.
  • The location is fantastic with close proximity to Venice Beach and major routes, making the commute easier.
  • The community is diverse, welcoming, and tight-knit, ensuring it's a lively place to live.

What’s Nearby

Oakwood is close to the iconic Venice Beach and the vibrant Abbot Kinney Boulevard, known for its trendy boutiques, coffee shops, and restaurants. The neighborhood is also a short drive from Santa Monica and downtown LA, making it a convenient location for commuters.

Lifestyle

Oakwood is a community with a lively atmosphere, where residents enjoy walking to local parks, shopping on nearby Abbot Kinney Boulevard, or biking to the Venice Beach. With a diverse population and a wide range of amenities, the lifestyle in Oakwood is a blend of leisure, activity, and cultural exploration.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 430 restaurants, 70 grocery stores, and 51 parks within a mile of the Oakwood neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Express Food Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store

    0.3 miles

    305 Lincoln Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Venice Ranch Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    425 Rose Ave

  • SHOPPING
    Lincoln & Rose Pop-Up Gift Shop

    Business and Professional Services, Advertising Agency, Retail, Gift Store, Shopping Plaza

    0.4 miles

    315 Lincoln Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Whole Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    225 Lincoln Blvd

  • SHOPPING
    Harvest HOC of Venice Dispensary

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    0.4 miles

    712 Lincoln Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Smart & Final Extra

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    604 Lincoln Blvd

Oakwood Apartments and Rentals

159 Rental properties in Oakwood, Los Angeles, CA.

  • Lincoln Place Apartment Homes property

    $2,858+

    Lincoln Place Apartment Homes

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    601–1253 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • The Wilson property

    $2,985+

    The Wilson

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    502–1106 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • 829 Superba Avenue property

    $3,500

    829 Superba Avenue

    Studio • 1 Bath

    400 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 3rd St.-2828 property

    $2,525

    3rd St.-2828

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 538 Vernon Ave property

    $12,500

    538 Vernon Ave

    3 Beds • 3.5 Baths

    2289 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 716 Vernon Ave property

    $2,600

    716 Vernon Ave

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    442 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
13.8%
158.2%
utilities
20.6%
0.2%
food
2%
12.5%
transportation
1.6%
30.2%
healthcare
10.4%
3.5%

Oakwood Demographics

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Oakwood Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

94/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Biker’s Paradise

96/100
Bike Score®

Oakwood Schools