Oakland offers a peaceful country atmosphere with fine schools, a comprehensive library, and excellent year-round recreational programs. Scattered commercial activity and a limited amount of light industry create a well-balanced economic profile in this region. Newcomers will discover a wide variety of architectural styles in homes that vary in size and price range. Single-family homes dominate the housing market in this family-oriented setting. Year-round recreation programs and facilities are designed to meet the needs of all ages. Other amenities include playgrounds, athletic fields, sports leagues, tennis courts, a golf course, a private lake, swimming at spring Lake, and a YMCA in Wyckoff. Route 208 and Interstate 287 combine with commuter bus service to Hackensack and New York City for efficient transportation.