Oakridge, London Ontario

What is Oakridge Like?

Oakridge is an established residential area in London's west end, centred roughly around Oxford Street West and the surrounding streets. It developed largely in the mid-twentieth century and has a mature, settled character: tree-lined streets, well-kept yards and many long-time residents.

Daily needs are handled by plazas along the main roads, and larger shopping is a short drive away. It's a practical, comfortable neighbourhood that many families choose for space and stability.

Housing in Oakridge

Homes are mostly detached bungalows, back-splits and two-storey houses built from the 1960s through the 1980s, often on generous lots. Many have been updated by their owners, while others are original and offer renovation potential.

With homes of this age, a thorough inspection matters. Ask about the roof, windows, electrical panel, furnace, and any history of basement water. Updated homes can command a premium over original ones, so compare carefully.

Schools and Family Life

The area is served by public and Catholic elementary and secondary schools, including Oakridge Secondary School on Oxford Street West (Thames Valley District School Board). Designated schools depend on the exact address, so check each board's school locator.

Parks and green space are woven through the neighbourhood, and its quieter crescents are popular with families with children.

Getting Around

Oxford Street West and Hyde Park Road provide quick access across the west end, and downtown is a reasonable drive east. London Transit serves the main corridors. Highway 402 is accessible via the west side for trips toward Sarnia, and the 401 via Wonderland Road.

Is Oakridge Right for You?

Oakridge suits buyers who want an established neighbourhood with mature trees and larger lots, and who are comfortable with an older home, or want one to update. It's less suited to buyers set on brand-new construction or a walkable urban main street.

Prices in Oakridge

Prices vary by street, home type, size and condition, and they change with the market. Rather than quote averages that go out of date, we recommend asking a local agent for recent sales of homes like the one you want in Oakridge. For the wider market, the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS (LSTAR) publishes monthly reports.