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South Oxford Park

197 S Oxford St, Brooklyn, NY
Visit Website +1 212-639-9675

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Courts 2
Surface Hard
Setting Outdoor
Public Access Open to all

Overview

South Oxford Park is an outdoor public tennis facility in Brooklyn, New York, located at 197 S Oxford St in the Fort Greene neighborhood. The courts are open to the public. NYC Parks permit required: $100 adult / $20 senior / $10 youth full season, or $15 single-play (1 hr, any court). There are 2 courts with a hard surface. South Oxford Park is one of 27 public tennis facilities (51 tennis venues in total) in Brooklyn — nearby options include South Oxford Park Tennis Courts (27 m away) and PingPod (616 m away).

What players say Mixed reviews

Players find South Oxford Park offers public outdoor tennis courts that are appreciated for their availability and family-friendly atmosphere. However, the courts are reported to have maintenance issues such as cracks and missing nets, and the overall upkeep needs improvement. Nearby residents raise concerns about ball interference with private property and faded signage.

Courts & surface

There are two outdoor tennis courts with hard surfaces but visible cracks and one court lacking a proper net, replaced instead by a rope. The courts are described as small and located in a tight spot.

Lighting & setting

The courts are outdoor and set within a quiet, family-oriented park with playgrounds and turf areas. There is no mention of court lighting for evening play.

Booking & access

Courts are free and open to the public, seemingly without a reservation system or membership requirement.

Junior programs

While no formal junior tennis programs are mentioned, the park is family-friendly with playgrounds and sprinklers, and kids are noted to play tennis there.

Upkeep & cleanliness

Maintenance is a key concern, with faded signs, cracked courts, and reports of rats. The park is usually clean but needs better court maintenance.

Members & atmosphere

The park is family-oriented with friendly locals, though some residents near the tennis courts report issues with players retrieving balls from private property, causing tension.

✓ Free, public tennis courts✓ Family-friendly park setting✓ Quiet and clean environment✓ Nearby playground and turf areas
! Courts need maintenance; cracks and miss! Tennis balls frequently land on private ! Faded and unreadable signage! No restrooms on site, only temporary por

Hours & Popular Times

Today · Thu 6 AM–1 AM

Frequently asked questions

Where is South Oxford Park located?

South Oxford Park is located at 197 S Oxford St, Brooklyn, NY.

Are the courts at South Oxford Park indoor or outdoor?

South Oxford Park has outdoor courts.

What surface are the courts at South Oxford Park?

The courts at South Oxford Park have a hard surface.

What other tennis courts are near South Oxford Park?

Nearby courts include South Oxford Park Tennis Courts (27 m away), PingPod (616 m away), and Fort Greene Tennis Courts (795 m away).

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