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LAKE OSWEGO
Located in the northwestern corner of Clackamas County on the banks of the scenic Willamette River and hugging the shore of a 405-acre lake, Lake Oswego is considered one of the finest residential areas in Oregon and offers some of the most sought-after housing in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Lake Oswego is comprised of 27 neighborhoods surrounding the blue waters of Oswego Lake and Lakewood Bay.
The city is known for its excellent shopping and dining, its superior school system and its beautiful Chamber-sponsored Village Flower Baskets. In its several shopping districts, Lake Oswego teems with trendy shops, great restaurants and boutiques. Lake Oswego also celebrates the arts with a number of art galleries and performing arts centers
Market Insights
$1.1M
Median Listing Home Price
$409
Median Price Per Square Foot
$949K
Median Sold Home Price
Top Neighborhoods: Bryant, Blue Heron, First Addition, Evergreen, Hallinan, Lake Grove
Exploring Lake Oswego
A LOCAL'S GUIDE
Top Places to Explore in Lake Oswego
Spend a day on the Water
Lake Oswego is has access to two premier bodies of water for outdoor recreation. The 405-acre Oswego Lake is surrounded by homes and a walking trail route for residents to enjoy. Lakewood Bay connects to Oswego Lake in the northeast, and the Willamette River borders Lake Oswego on its eastern edge. Many residents with lakefront homes have their own boat docks, while others can launch hand-carried watercraft such as canoes, kayaks or paddle boards from private swim parks. Willamette River access from George Rogers Park or Foothills Park allow residents to fully enjoy the water recreation near Portland whether by jet ski, kayak or other maritime vessel.
Spend the day in Downtown
The main downtown area in Lake Oswego has loads of independent shops, restaurants, bars and bakeries. Grab a coffee and French-inspired pastry at St. Honoré Boulangerie, and stroll over
to Millennium Plaza Park to visit the Lake Oswego Farmer's Market open May to October. Craving a bite to eat? Stop by Holy Taco for funky and creative Mexican food, or Bamboo Sushi to eat melt-in-your-mouth sashimi at the world's first certified sustainable sushi restaurant. Finish your evening by siping on some of Oregon's premier wine at the Domaine Serene Wine Lounge or indulging your sweet tooth at Kyra’s Bake Shop; three-time champ in the Baker’s Challenge for cupcakes, or stop into the iconic ice cream shop, Salt and Straw.
Enjoy the Outdoors at Lake Oswego's Parks
Considered the town's "crown jewels", Lake Oswego provides access nature with 24 parks to explore. Nestled on the Willamette River, George Rogers Park leads to sandy beaches and little creeks that offer swimming and kayaking opportunities. A stone's throw north is Foothills Park, which includes a grass amphitheater, a boat ramp to the Willamette River and the city's Veteran's Memorial. The east end of Lake Oswego is at the tip of Tryon Creek State Natural Area, which is one of the largest trail parks in the Portland metro.
Sink a Hole in One
Lake Oswego is a golfer's mecca. At the heart of the community lies the incredibly scenic Oswego Lake Country Club, a private, members-only golf club with a wide range of golf and social events. This is a challenging yet laid back golf course where you'll see the hills and a killer view of Mt Hood. For those without a membership, the Lake Oswego Public Golf Course is one of the most city’s most popular attractions, featuring a cheery creek meandering through its 18-hole par 3 course, as well as gorgeous views of Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams.
