Central Corals, Oakland Park
Updated · 2,257 residents
Central Corals is a suburban neighborhood in Oakland Park defined by its manicured lawns, private pools, and proximity to local landmarks like the Mai-Kai Restaurant. While the area offers a diverse demographic and strong health insurance coverage, residents should be aware of elevated flood risks and moderate traffic noise.
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About Central Corals
Central Corals is characterized by an upscale suburban aesthetic, featuring well-maintained properties and private swimming pools. The neighborhood maintains a balanced mix of single-family homes and apartment sections, contributing to a diverse age distribution among residents. Local amenities include popular dining and fitness options, with the iconic Mai-Kai Restaurant serving as a notable landmark. The area generally experiences a moderate level of activity, blending quiet residential streets with pockets of local commerce.
Prospective residents should consider the trade-offs of living in this location, including a steady hum of traffic from nearby thoroughfares and limited public green space for pet owners. While sidewalks are available on major roads, pedestrian connectivity is inconsistent in some sections. According to iHuus data, the area faces an elevated risk of flooding, which is an important factor for property owners. Despite systemic challenges within the Broward County school district, the community remains a stable environment with high rates of health insurance coverage and a generally liberal political leaning.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Residential spacing provides a moderate level of separation between homes, staying largely in line with the city average. According to iHuus data, property buffers vary from modest gaps between single-family houses to shared walls in denser apartment sections.
Sidewalks are present along major roads and many low-traffic residential streets, though some areas lack buffers. Pedestrian connectivity is slightly lower than the Oakland Park average due to less infrastructure in industrial zones.
Manicured lawns, private swimming pools, and proximity to golf courses contribute to a visual quality that is higher than the Oakland Park average. According to iHuus data, the landscape features a mix of spacious residential lots and well-maintained amenities.
Private backyards serve as the primary space for pets because narrow sidewalk verges and a lack of nearby public parks limit outdoor walking options. This availability of pet-friendly space is below the city average for Oakland Park.
A blend of single-family homes and light industrial blocks defines the area, matching the broader urban-rural character found throughout Oakland Park.
Vibrant pockets of dining and wellness services coexist with quiet residential blocks, offering a level of activity that is consistent with the city average. According to iHuus data, certain areas provide highly walkable access to local favorites like the Mai-Kai Restaurant and various fitness studios.
Audible traffic noise persists due to the proximity of a busy local thoroughfare, though levels are quieter than the average for Oakland Park. According to iHuus data, this creates a consistent but moderate acoustic environment.
Air quality in Central Corals fluctuates between acceptable and unhealthy levels, which is consistent with the average observed across Oakland Park. Sensitive individuals may experience occasional concerns on certain days according to iHuus data.
Minimal heavy industry characterizes this area, though some light commercial warehouses and logistics sites on the western edge contribute to occasional truck traffic. This level of industrial proximity is notably lower than the Oakland Park average, according to iHuus data.
Health insurance access among residents is notably higher than the Oakland Park average, according to iHuus data.
Political leanings in this area are predominantly liberal, though the concentration is slightly lower than the Oakland Park city average.
A varied demographic of young adults, families, and seniors characterizes this area; according to iHuus data, the community possesses a more balanced age distribution than the Oakland Park average.
Property located within a designated floodplain area face significant flood risks; according to iHuus data, these levels are slightly higher than the Oakland Park city average.
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| Dimension | Central Corals | Andrews Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 6.86 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 3.24 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 5.54 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 6.36 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 5.18 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.55 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.88 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.61 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 6.04 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 6.08 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 3.7 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 8.11 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 5.13 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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