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Open parkland at the Battle of Malcolm's Mills site in Oakland

Oakland

Oakland is a small rural community south-west of Brantford, where County Road 24 meets Oakland Road. It is quiet, green and steeped in history, and it suits buyers who want country space within about 20 minutes of the city.

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What is Oakland known for?

History buffs know Oakland as Malcolm's Mills, where American raiders and local militia clashed in November 1814 in one of the last land battles of the War of 1812 in Upper Canada. A plaque marks the site, and much of the battlefield is now parkland.

Today it is a quiet farming community with a handful of streets, a community park and a lot of open sky. Life here is about space, gardens and knowing your neighbours by name.

Who does Oakland suit?

Buyers who want a rural lot without a long drive into Brantford, people looking for a hobby farm or workshop space, and retirees who want peace and quiet. Families should plan on school buses and a short drive for groceries and activities.

Because Oakland is small, homes come up rarely. We often show buyers Oakland and Scotland together, along with Burford and Waterford if they are flexible on location.

What homes are available in Oakland?

Expect older farmhouses, bungalows on large lots and country homes with outbuildings, mostly on private wells and septic systems. Very little new construction happens here, which is part of the appeal.

Browse homes for sale in Oakland, and read our rural property guide before you book showings.

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Listings grouped under Oakland often include homes around the nearby village of Scotland, which shares the same rural area.

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Where is Oakland, Ontario?

Oakland is a hamlet in the County of Brant, roughly 18 kilometres south-west of Brantford, around the intersection of County Road 24 (King Street) and Oakland Road. Brantford is about 15 to 20 minutes away, Paris about 20 minutes north, and Simcoe about 25 minutes south.

What happened at Oakland in the War of 1812?

On November 6, 1814, American forces raiding through the area met local militia at Malcolm's Mills, the old name for Oakland. The Battle of Malcolm's Mills is considered one of the last land battles of the War of 1812 in Upper Canada. A plaque near Oakland Road and King Street marks the site.

Which schools serve Oakland?

Elementary students usually attend Oakland-Scotland Public School, which is located in nearby Scotland. High school students typically travel to Brantford or Waterford depending on board and program. School bus service covers the rural area, but routes and boundaries change, so confirm with the school boards for any specific address.

Why are there so few homes for sale in Oakland?

Oakland is a very small community and people tend to stay a long time, so listings are infrequent. If you are set on the area, the best approach is a saved search covering Oakland, Scotland and the surrounding countryside, so you hear about new listings the day they appear. Our team can set that up for you.

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