News & Notes

 

* Lake Oswego is alive with music and festival fun this summer. To get more info on the  Summer Splash Concerts, Moonlight and Music Concerts and Sounds of Summer Concerts, CLICK HERE.

* Friends of Tryon Creek are leading groups on free guided hikes through the park and forest on Wednesday evenings through August 31st.  Topics will include frogs, bats, owls and salamanders.  Learn more HERE.

* Lake Oswego is holding its 3rd Annual Photo Contest.  Send in your best photos for a chance to win $25., $50., and $100. gift cards!  For contest categories and details  CLICK HERE.

* Average Sales Price declined 7.8% in the Portland Metro area in June 2011 as compared to June 2010.

* Comparing month to month 2011 Sales Prices, the average went up 1/8% in Portland Metro from May to June 2011.

* In Lake Oswego and West Linn, the Average Sales Price in June 2011 was $458,200.  The Average Sales Price in the Portland Metro area was $267,100.

* In Lake Oswego and West Linn the average “time on the market” in June 2011 was 197 days,  whereas the average time on the market in Portland Metro was 134 days.

* Portland Metro saw 1,958 Closed Sales in June 2011, and of those, 104 of them were in Lake Oswego and West Linn.  ***This was a 12.4% increase from May 2011.

* Portland Metro generated 3,143 New Listings in June 2011, and of those, 861 were in Lake Oswego and West Linn.

(***Market data derived from RMLS Market Action Report, June 2011)

Amazing Deal on Luxury Townhomes in First Addition

LOSixthFrontIt isn’t often that we shine the spotlight on any particular property, but when we heard that the new luxury town homes on Sixth St in sought-after First Addition had just lowered their prices by $100,000 each to $599,900., Dianne and I just had to run over there and take a look.

There are six of these little gems with four of them left & available for purchase. The address is 363 Sixth St., and the LOKitchen 102909ML# if you want to get a preview is 9057549. Each has 2258 SF, 3 bedrooms, 3 & 1/2 baths, 2 levels with additional full finished basements, and probably just everything you’ve been looking for.

First of all, they really are gorgeous. The finishes in these are superior. The first feature you notice inside are the beautiful plank maple hardwood floors. A sleek yet spacious slab granite kitchen with long island, pantry & light beech LO DiningRm 102909cabinets also boasts additional built-ins and smart features like a pull-down bar. The dark french doors to the front porch area off the dining room are a rich contrast, and the white wainscoting throughout adds that crisp old-world cottage feel. The 2-car detached garage out back with private courtyard to the house is an added bonus in First Addition, and from there you enter the great room compete with gas fireplace and more built-ins.

LO BltIns 102909Downstairs you find another gas fireplace and generous media room as well as another bedroom & bathroom w/an additional laundry area for guests or your reclusive teenager. Upstairs is the master bedroom & bath showing off glorious travertine w/onyx, a clawfoot tub & separate shower as well as an additional bathroom w/soaker tub & yet another bedroom. Walk-in closets of course, and the main laundry near the upstairs bedrooms check those final “must-haves” off the list.

LOKitchen102909Overall, these are just so unique & have that easy-living feel that goes hand in hand with the First Addition lifestyle… you know, walking to all the services, trendy shops and restaurants, not to mention Millenium Park Plaza for a view of the lake & all the festive local activities like Farmer’s Market, open air Movie Nights, Holiday Tree-Lighting festivities and on & on. First Addition is just a strolling kinda place; a small-town feel with all the amenities. Cottage Living LOGrtRm3magazine named First Addition as one of the ten best cottage communities in the country. American Planning Association name it one of the top 10 neighborhoods in America. The accolades go on & on.

Yes, these are nice indeed. But you know, on the practical side, in addition to the location & amazing price when comparing features & finishes to other offerings, there are also NO HOA fees. Compare that with other HOA’s nearby at anywhere from $136./month to $455./mo.

LOMedia RmCome on down & take a look. Bring a Realtor as there has been a lot of interest. They will be held open both Saturday & Sunday from 1 – 4.

What’s Happening in Lake Oswego?

102708 Fm My DeckHere are a few local events & opportunities currently offered Lake Oswego residents.  Wish you were here?  We do too! Enjoy:

Scam Jam 2009 ~ The FBI Citizen’s Academy Alumni Association invites you to learn to protect yourself from identity theft.  Other topics to be covered include investment fraud, repair scams, financial exploitation and more. Join LOPD and take part in this free event on Saturday, October 17 at Reed College, 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland.

Unsung Hero Award ~ Lake Oswego is sponsoring this refreshing opportunity to nominate a Lake Oswego neighbor who makes a difference in the lives of those around them.  You may nominate someone by picking up a form at City Hall or by calling 503 635 0257. The deadline is October 31st.

Homecoming Parades ~

  • Lake Oswego High School’s parade: Friday, October 16th   1:30PM – 2:30PM
  • Lakeridge High School’s parade: Friday, October 23rd    2PM – 3PM

A Avenue will be closed to all eastbound traffic from Chandler to 1st Street during the parades.

Vote for Your Favorite Photo ~ Now that Lake Oswego’s first Photo Contest was a huge success, it is time to vote for your favorite of two finalists which were selected from each category.  Lake Oswego residents may vote here: VOTE! Voting closes on October 15th.

Sensitive Lands ~ Lake Oswego is offering a Workshop and FAQ site in response to the tremendous interest of citizenry in the Sensitive Lands policies under discussion now.