The Lakes Condos, Oakland Park, FL Homes for Sale

Discover the Lifestyle of The Lakes Condos Homes

The Lakes Condos is an established condominium community in Oakland Park, located along S Oakland Forest Drive in the Oakland Forest area. The community is centered around landscaped grounds and lake views, creating a low-rise residential setting with convenient access to I-95, Florida’s Turnpike, shopping, dining, parks, and recreation.

The Lakes Condos Homes for Sale include one- and two-bedroom condominium residences in two-story buildings. The community contains approximately 136 residences and offers a location that combines a quieter lake setting with convenient connections to Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors, and other nearby communities.

About The Lakes Condos

The Lakes Condos is a non-gated condominium subdivision established in 1984. The community consists primarily of two-story buildings arranged around landscaped grounds and water features.

Residences generally include one- and two-bedroom layouts, with documented units ranging from approximately 700 to 1,200 square feet. Individual residences vary in condition, renovations, finishes, outdoor space, and lake views. Some homes feature screened patios or balconies.

The Lakes Condos is part of the broader Oakland Forest area but is a separate condominium community with its own association. Nearby communities and amenities should not be considered part of The Lakes unless they are specifically maintained by its association.

History of The Lakes Condos

The Lakes Condos was established in 1984 as part of Oakland Park’s development around its western lake communities. Its two-story buildings and landscaped grounds reflect the low-rise condominium construction that expanded throughout Broward County during the 1980s.

The community has matured over the years, with individual residences receiving renovations and updates while retaining the original low-rise layout. Its lake-oriented setting remains one of the defining physical features of the neighborhood.

Amenities

The Lakes Condos provides shared recreational and community amenities for residents.

• Heated swimming pool
• Clubhouse
• Spa or hot tub
• Tennis courts
• Walking paths
• Lake views
• Picnic areas
• Community kitchen
• Hobby or activity room
• Laundry facilities
• Assigned parking
• Common-area maintenance

The surrounding Oakland Park area provides additional access to public parks, shopping, restaurants, recreation, and entertainment. These destinations are separate from the private amenities maintained by The Lakes association.

Key Details

• Community type: Condominium subdivision
• Property type: Condominium residences
• Approximate residences: 136
• Parent community: Oakland Forest area
• Construction: 1984
• Building type: Primarily two-story condominiums
• Gated: No
• Club membership: No
• Association: Condominium association
• Waterfront: Lake-oriented setting
• Location: S Oakland Forest Drive, Oakland Park
• Major roads: I-95, Florida’s Turnpike, and Oakland Park Boulevard

Nearby Communities

The Racquet Club is an established Oakland Park condominium community with approximately 144 residences. It provides another low-rise condominium setting with convenient access to Oakland Park Boulevard and the surrounding commercial and residential areas.

Montage By The Lake is a smaller Oakland Park subdivision with approximately 16 residences. Its location near the lake communities of western Oakland Park provides another low-rise residential option in the area.

Coral Hills Oakland Park is a smaller established residential subdivision with approximately 30 properties. It offers a different residential format while remaining within the broader Oakland Park area.

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Explore available residences at The Lakes Condos and compare them with other condominium communities throughout Oakland Park. Echo Fine Properties can help you review available units, association information, lake views, and the differences between nearby communities.

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