Tag Archives: Lake Oswego Oregon

How to Squeeze More Summer Fun Into Your End-of-Summer Plans in Lake Oswego

The days of summer are numbered but there is still fun to be had in Lake Oswego. Here are a few ways to make summer lovin’ last: LAKE OSWEGO SWIM PARK. The city-operated swim park open to all Lake Oswego … Continue reading

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Seeing Lake Oswego Through Visitors’ Eyes

When it comes to Lake Oswego, seeing is believing. Our son recently got married in our backyard, bringing many out-of-towners to Lake Oswego, several for the first time. It was over the 4th of July weekend so the weather was … Continue reading

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Low Inventory Continues to Fuel Seller’s Market in Lake Oswego for Well-Priced Homes in Good Condition

Higher interest rates would have you believe that it’s a buyer’s market out there. But low inventory, particularly in the under $2.75M price range, means that well-priced homes in good condition are in demand. Who are these buyers? Just within … Continue reading

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Why a good buyer’s agent will sometimes talk you OUT of buying a home

Over the last two months, my daughter and I have talked several of our buyers OUT of buying houses, instead of buying them. Is that what a buyer’s agent is supposed to do? If he or she has the buyer’s … Continue reading

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July (and August) in Lake Oswego: That’s Entertainment!

Summer nights are one of Lake Oswego’s greatest selling points as I spell out in a previous blog. With warm weather, longer days and no bugs to annoy us, Lake Oswegans are looking for things to do. Once again, the … Continue reading

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Counting the Ways We Love Lake Oswego in July

JULY 4TH FESTIVITIES. Read last week’s post to get the lowdown about everything (and it’s a lot!) happening in Lake Oswego to celebrate this national holiday. CAMP LOPL WORKSHOPS. The library goes outdoors and it spells fun while learning for … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Packs a Lot of Fun into 4th of July Celebrations

I think if there were a Guinness World Record for most 4th of July events per capita in a town, Lake Oswego would win. If you look at the lineup, I think you’ll agree. SKI & WAKEBOARD EXTRAVAGANZA. Head over … Continue reading

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It’s the Festival of the Arts’ sixtieth anniversary and 60 never looked so good!

Festival organizers have outdone themselves this year with a theme (Pop Goes the Festival) and a programming lineup that adds the Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts to the list of things that get better with age. First of all … Continue reading

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Top 10 Reasons to Love the Lake Grove Swim Park

When my wife and I first visited Lake Oswego, Oregon, we drove by the Lake Grove Swim Park and jealously eyed the carefree folks who were spending their summer afternoon in a setting that waterfront homeowners pay millions for. Little … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Housing Market Update

Real estate activity was up in Lake Oswego by almost 25% compared to last month with 51 homes selling as opposed to 41. The median and list prices were down slightly from the month before; however, the sale-to-list price held … Continue reading

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