Many prospective Oregon real estate buyers make the mistake of overlooking Beaverton, Oregon when searching for a their ideal condominium. Located seven miles west of Portland in the Tualitin River Valley, Beaverton offers the same amenities young families are seeking such as safety, good schools, and a quality of life in close proximity to a variety of major employers as well as a short transit ride to downtown.
One reason to consider buying a condominum here is that Beaverton, along with Portland and Vancouver, was rated the number three city to live in the U. S. by Frommer's Travel Guide in 2007. Beaverton prides itself on being a family friendly city and displays this through its many attractive and well-planned neighborhoods. Condo residents enjoy easy access to a complete range of community services, including the Portland metropolitan west-side's largest shopping district and dozens of churches serving all denominations. Beaverton boasts a vast amount of "Green Space" with over 100 parks encompassing 1,000 acres. A park is located within a half mile of every home.
If bicycling is an important feature of your condo lifestyle, the city of Beaverton features a 25-mile network of bike paths. Like hiking or simply a walk after dining in one of the area's many fine dining establishments? Beaverton boasts 30 miles of hiking and walking trails. Local condo residents are able to enjoy many outdoor activities with nearby ski slopes in the winter and ocean beaches in the summer just a little more than an hour drive away.
Schools rank at the top of the list for many potential condominium buyers. It doesn't get any better than this. Nationally acclaimed for students' high SAT scores, Beaverton schools have formed strong partnerships with area businesses. Several highly regarded private schools as well as some of the region's best state and private universities and community colleges are located within 30 miles of Beaverton. Oregon, and Portland in particular, understand that future viability lies in education today and that children are our most valuable asset.
Abundant hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, swimming pools, tennis courts, baseball field and gold courses are some of the offerings of Beaverton. Golfers especially have many courses to choose from including Progress Downs Municipal Golf Course which is an 18 hole course that is open all year round. Pumpkin Ridge was the site of the 2003 U.S. Women's Open and the 2006 Senior Open.
Condo residents and visitors to Beaverton enjoy easy access to a very well planned transportation network and the entire Portland metropolitan area including its westside's largest shopping district. It is well known for its many attractive and well designed neighborhoods which offer a mix of high quality, diverse homes, and affordable family housing. Beaverton is accessible by two major highways and several large arterials which serve the area, along with an international airport only minutes away. Tri-Met's MAX light rail runs through the Sunset Corridor connecting Hillsboro and Beaverton with downtown Portland and the airport.
Beaverton's surrounding farms grow fresh produce while business parks grow fresh ideas. This is also the land of fresh bouquets – of wine and flowers and acclaimed wineries and colorful nurseries are bountiful. Beaverton also has its own unique events and entertainment. A favorite summer activity is watching the free movies at Beaverton City Park called "Flicks by the Fountain."
Smart land-use planning has earned this area distinction as one of the most progressive and livable communities in the nation. Instead of urban sprawl, there's open space. Throughout the city, a variety of condominiums and townhomes offer relaxed, apartment-style living with the chance to build equity and own property.
There's no question that the economy of Beaverton and its surrounding communities has a huge technology base; in fact, the area is nicknamed "The Silicon Forest". However, the area has a strong diversity of industries and employers, and that diversity gives Beaverton a strength and richness that goes far beyond just technology.
All this and more contribute to Beaverton's growing popularity as a great place to visit, live and do business. The friendly and knowledgeable staff at CondoCompany.com are here to help you navigate through the Oregon real estate market and promise to find the perfect condominium to fit your personal needs. Make a list of what you find important and contact us at www.CondoCompany.com. We are here to save you time and headaches by customizing a search just for you. |
