Feel , Known For –

The Palisades neighborhood of Lake Oswego is located on just south of the actual lake.  Regarded as more affordable in some aspects it offers a variety of selection when it comes to houses.  This location feeds top-ranked schools and offers affordability to residents that is simply not available in areas like First Addition or Westlake.  Quiet setting, no drone of city noise, very peaceful and laid back.  More on Lake Oswego real estate and Portland neighborhoods…

Palisades Home Settings –

Mature evergreen and deciduous trees line almost every street in this 1950’s to 1980’s neighborhood.  Homes in the Palisades neighborhood are set on a north facing hillside, it’s not flat.  Roads are winding and seldom straight, minimal inner-city grid patterns here.  Trees are prized in the area in general so be advised that without planning you’ll suffer significant fines for cutting one down.  Lots of foliage regardless of the season.  Filtered sunlight and shade canvas the landscape.  Lots are often larger, running 7000’ to 10000+ square feet making it much more appealing for home owners enjoying a little more breathing room than other Lake Oswego real estate options.  Browse all Lake Oswego Homes for Sale immediately.

Palisades Homes For Sale, Prices –

Homes for sale in the Palisades are going to run well above average Portland real estate but right in line with the average for Lake Oswego.  Prices for detached single family properties enter the arena near $300k.  That’ll purchase a 2000’ fixer or dated 1970’s dayranch.  Houses that have been updated and finished well average closer to $500k with sizes 2500 – 3500 square feet.  Larger properties can go over 4000 but typically not more.  Condos are non-existent, only generously spread out detached residences here.  No high-density living.  Homes near the Lake Oswego itself can potentially really escalate in price.  Having views of the lake can add a significant amount of cost.  Compare this neighborhood to other Portland Homes for Sale.

Palisades Home Styles –

Contemporary 1960’s, ranch and split 1970’s, traditional 1980’s.  Home styles have several varieties but tend to center around the 70’s.  Most have been updated as residents are conscious of neighbor’s opinions and strive to maintain a manicured appearance overall.  Square footage is spread generously over the larger lot sizes and seldom go over 2 levels, even though they’re usually not situated on flat lots.  Homes are finished nicely but not generally lavishly done or considered luxurious.   Middle of the road for Lake Oswego… above average compared to the rest of Portland.

Surrounding Neighborhoods -

River Grove, Lake Grove, First Addition

Distance to Downtown Portland –

About 30 minutes to downtown Portland, 15 minutes to Milwaukie, 45 minutes to airport (55 with traffic), 50 minutes to Hillsboro high-tech, 10 minutes to downtown Lake Oswego.

Local Shopping –

A small local shopping area along McVey but very car dependand.   Most shopping is a short drive to downtown Lake Oswego (Walkscore is 11).  Click one of the Palisades homes for sale examples and select “details” text for Walkscore maps and listings of local business, plus other cool detail.

Main Grocery –

Lamb’s Markets, Palisades, just over 1mi.  Albertsons on Boones Ferry, 1.5 mi.  Trader Joe’s on Bangy.  Bridgeport shopping center, just over 2 miles.

School Ratings –

Top notch public schools and known for it!  Westridge elementary a 10,  Palisades elementary a 10,  Hallinan elementary a 10, Waluga middle a 10, Lakeridge high school a 10.  Ratings are based from 1 (worst) through 10 (best) and come from the greatschools.org website at time of writing.

Demographics –

Higher than average income.  Not much ethnic or social diversity.  Residents are often white collar.  Professional and educated.  Retired, empty nesters, families, but not catering to young free-spirit types.

Crime -

Very low

Parks –

Cooks Butte City Park, South Shore Natural Area, Westridge City Park, Luscher Farm City Park, Lake Grove Swim Park, Iron Mountain Park… all within a mile.

Attractions –

Lake Oswego (private lake residents only on Lake Oswego water have swim rights, boating rights are reserved for lots with boating easements).  Prestigious city name.  Schools are a huge attraction.

Public Transportation –

Bus system routes but not close to MAX.  Very car dependant for everything.

Zip Codes -

97034  Try our Portland home search and use zip codes or many other parameters.