City of Red Oak, TX
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Red Oak, Texas
Red Oak is a tight-knit community with deep roots and a fast-growing future. The city's story stretches back to the 1840s — back when settlers called it "Possum Trot" — and it has been quietly building character ever since. Just 18 miles south of downtown Dallas on I-35E, Red Oak offers residents the best of both worlds: easy access to a major metro and a genuine small-town atmosphere that's hard to find this close to a big city. It's overwhelmingly family-oriented, with strong local schools, community events, parks, a public library, and a city government that stays engaged.
2024
24% Rent
2026
Red Oak Fast Facts
County: Ellis
Population: 19,365 (2024)
Median Age: 34
Median Household Income: $104,561
Housing: 76% Own / 24% Rent
Median Home Price: $366,100 (2026)
Government & City Services
Essential Red Oak Resources
City of Red Oak
101 S. Live Oak St
(972) 617-3638 |
redoaktx.org
Red Oak Public Library
101 Live Oak St
(469) 218-1230
Fire-Rescue
547 N. Methodist
Non-Emergency (469) 218-7713 | Emergency 911
Police Department
547 N. Methodist
Non-Emergency (972) 617-7632 | Emergency 911
Voter Registration
Vehicle Registration
Texas DPS
Schools
Red Oak ISD is built on a simple but powerful promise — to Realize Our Individual Students' Dreams. Guided by its four core values of Academic Readiness, GRIT, Character, and Service, and recognized as a CTE District of Distinction, Red Oak ISD gives students the tools, partnerships, and community to thrive well beyond graduation.
Schools
Red Oak ISD
Red Oak ISD
Eastridge Elementary
725 E. Ovilla Rd.
(972) 617-2266
H.A. Wooden Elementary
200 Louise Ritter Blvd.
(972) 617-2977
Red Oak Elementary
200 Valley Ridge Dr.
(972) 617-3523
Red Oak Middle School
154 Louise Ritter Blvd.
(972) 617-0066
Red Oak High School
220 South SH 342
(972) 617-3535
Attractions & Parks
Red Oak Attractions & Parks
B&B Theatres Red Oak 12
This is far more than a movie theater — it's an entertainment complex with a bowling alley, arcade, bocce ball, outdoor pickleball courts, a full bar, restaurant, and event spaces.
615 N Interstate 35 E Rd | bbtheatres.com
A One of a Kind Petting Zoo
A family-run rescue animal farm on Pritchett Road with over 30 animals to interact with. Popular for birthday parties and family outings.
416 Pritchett Rd | aoneofakindpettingzoos.com
Watkins Park
The city's most popular park, with pavilions, a gazebo, playground, sand volleyball, horseshoe pits, basketball court, walking trail with fitness stations, and a stage for community events like the annual Christmas parade.
102 North Live Oak St
Pearson Park
A well-loved hidden gem with a stocked fishing pond, ducks, walking trail, playground, and gazebo.
200 Lakeview Parkway
Hargrove Park
A newer park with a splash pad, fenced playground, walking trail, and basketball court.
600 Congressional Ave
Cherry Creek Nature Preserve
Primarily a disc golf course on open greenspace along a creek. Despite the name, it's more of a casual outdoor field than a true nature preserve.
297 Pecan Creek Street
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Discover Life in Red Oak
Red Oak, Texas offers small-town character, strong schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, public services, parks, community events, entertainment, and convenient access to downtown Dallas.
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