WELCOME TO LAKE OSWEGO

A beautiful city built around a stunning lake

The main reason people move to Lake Oswego is its beautiful lake that covers more than 400 acres. The lake is the main feature of the city, as it is the central place for all outdoor activities and where most people spend their free time. Lake Oswego homes are surrounded by fir trees to create an endless blanket of nature, making it a very cozy and peaceful place to live. Visitors are often reluctant to leave once they taste what Lake Oswego offers. 

Lake Oswego encourages residents and visitors to pursue an active lifestyle due to its many outdoor activities. The city is also a popular golf destination, with the Oswego Lake Country Club a popular destination for both professional and novice golfers. The course offers a breathtaking view of Mount Hood at a distance, which is the perfect backdrop for anyone looking to enjoy a day of golf. 

In addition, Lake Oswego’s efficient transit system makes it the best place to live for anyone working in the Portland metropolitan area since they can enjoy all the modern amenities a big city has to offer without sacrificing their quality of life.

• Clean and picturesque
• Welcoming residents 
• Highly ranked public and private schools 
• Many small family-owned businesses 

The community vibe is the best thing about living in Lake Oswego, as everyone loves being in the neighborhood and looks forward to meeting up with friends and family in one of the city’s many locales. Once you move to Lake Oswego, you will soon feel welcomed by this tight-knit community. 

Although some of the best homes are adjacent to Lake Oswego, many ranch-style homes are deeper into the city and tucked into the woodlands area. Each home in Lake Oswego is part of nature and has unique views of the lake, trees, Mount Hood, and other natural features. Life in Lake Oswego is relaxed, with people looking to spend quality time with their family and friends outdoors and in the various restaurants in the city. 

Willamette Shore Trolley is a popular heritage railway that operates between Portland and Lake Oswego and offers passengers views of the Willamette River and other attractions. Oswego Grilldishes out popular meals like wood-grilled steaks, nachos, and burgers, while Baird's on B Bar & Grill is an upscale restaurant serving New American meals with a special focus on seafood. Tucci Restaurant is an fine Italian establishment that focuses on providing a unique ambiance thanks to its live piano performances.

Some of the must-go places in the city are Oswego Lake and the Lake Oswego Farmers' Market. In addition, art lovers can spend time at the First Tuesday Music Series and Second Wednesday Performing Arts Series.

One of the most notable schools in Lake Oswego is:

• Forest Hills Elementary School, Grades K-5