Located on the west bank of Oregon's Willamette River, just minutes south of Portland, lies a little jewel of a town called Lake Oswego. Lake Oswego is notable for its reputation as one of the most affluent suburbs of Portland and Money Magazine voted it as one of the top 100 places to live in the U.S. in 2007. One reason to choose a condominium here is that downtown Lake Oswego offers fine boutique shopping and a wide variety of fine dining. Outdoor art graces each downtown block and is complimented by lovely hanging baskets, plaza plantings and trees everywhere. City parks, downtown art and lush, forested lake vistas typify the elegant living around Lake Oswego.
The condominium buyer can take a leisurely ride on the historic Willamette shore trolley. Breathtaking river views abound on this six mile rail line which runs between Lake Oswego and Portland along the banks of the Willamette River. Spring brings the farmer's market season and the Lake Oswego Farmers Market is held every Saturday from May to October, another quality of life perk to enrich your condo lifestyle. This European-style market offers a wide variety of regional produce, baked goods and local plants as well as providing live entertainment.
Like nearby Portland, the city maintains 573 acres of parks and open spaces. This includes 24 developed parks, one amphitheater, one swim park, one water sports center on the Willamette River, a community center, a public golf course, an indoor tennis center, seven outdoor tennis courts, and five picnic shelters. The private Lake Oswego Country Club and neighboring equestrian riding club add to the recreational offerings of the city. With sightseeing, forest hiking, leisurely shopping and many more unique attractions, Lake Oswego promises something for everyone.
Historic Lake Oswego is known as "First Addition" which originated in the 1890's when the town was still called simply Oswego. This neighborhood is in the far east side of the city, north of "A" Street. It's an area of 25-30 blocks of historic homes. You will also find many newer homes in the area. In 2006, Cottage Living magazine named First Addition as one of the ten best cottage communities in the country. The national magazine gushed over the quaint homes, the easy walk to downtown and Lake Oswego, and the "jewel-box gardens winking from behind picket fences." If you live in First Addition, it's a short walk to the "Village Center" a 6-7 block area of offices, shops, markets, and a few restaurants. The north end of the neighborhood borders the 645-acre Tryron Street State Park. If relaxation scores near the top of your list for a condominium it's clear to see this area ranks near the top.
Mountain Park is a nationally recognized planned community in Lake Oswego. It is situated on 700 acres of land and is located on a dormant volcano known as Mt. Sylvania in the Northwest corner of Lake Oswego. The summit of Mountain Park (Nansen Summit) is 975 feet in elevation and a stunning 360 degree view. The entire Portland Metro area and the Cascades and Coastal Mountain ranges can be seen on a clear day. Most of the 185 acres of common area is undeveloped and maintained in a natural state and a large portion is manicured and beautifully landscaped. Mountain Park is made up of single family homes, townhouses, condominiums, and apartments.
Lake Oswego is a place to "live where you play."
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