Relocation to Oregon: Lake Oswego's Three Top Adv

Unlike many American cities, Portland has distinct neighborhoods, each with a unique vibe. The Hawthorne is eclectic and lighthearted. North Portland has become the stomping grounds for funky artists. And the Pearl is sophisticated and posh. The emerald of the Southwest, Lake Oswego, has its own distinct characteristics. Located eight miles south of Portland, Lake Oswego, or ?L.O.,? is more than just a bedroom community for commuters. Here?s what makes Lake Oswego special, and why its residents love their city so ardently.

1. Neighborhood Safety
Lake Oswego is clean, family-friendly, and safe. Resident John Olsson is a characteristic LO resident. He moved to Lake Oswego from northwest Portland when he became a father because he wanted his son to grow up in a safe neighborhood. ?I?ve had no crime in eleven years,? he brags. Like many of his neighbors, Olsson loves that he doesn?t have to worry about his house being broken into or being the victim of petty crime.

State crime statistics support Olsson?s impression. In 2005, the state of Oregon reported only 937 property crime offenses in Lake Oswego, compared to 50,850 in Portland. Moreover, Portland had fifty times as many burglary arrests as Lake Oswego. Yet Lake Oswego?s proximity to downtown and public transit accessibility allows its residents to enjoy Portland?s best cultural offerings.

2. Educational Excellence
Olsson should know about what makes schools great; after all, he?s the director of Huntington Learning Center in Lake Oswego. ?Our schools are top notch,? he testifies. ?They have a culture of excellence, and a real sense of community.?

Indeed, the Oregon Department of Education rates all 13 of Lake Oswego?s schools as exceptional. At the elementary level, 95% of Lake Oswego?s students meet or exceed state standards, perhaps because each elementary school has reading and math specialists on staff. Unlike much of the rest of the country, elementary students still enjoy music and physical education classes.

The district?s statistics and awards at the high school level are even more impressive. Newsweek ranked Lake Oswego High School in the top 1,300 public schools in the nation. Over 90% of the graduates from Lake Oswego?s two public high schools attend college. High SAT scores make them competitive college applicants: 86% of LO students took the SAT in 2005. Their average score was 1690, over 100 points higher than the national average.

All of this data points to one simple fact - Lake Oswego public schools are so excellent, they are often compared to Portland?s best private schools. If you?re looking for a great public education for your children, Lake Oswego is an excellent place to live.

3. Community Events and Active Lifestyle Amenities
The homes in Lake Oswego tend to be large, expansive residences with beautiful views and high property values. They are also located in one of the most active communities in the area.

Lake Oswego is a great place to be a sports enthusiast. LO?s golfers flock to the municipal course, which offers views of both Mt. Adams and Mt. St. Helens. Mountain bikers love the city?s miles of bike paths winding through lush forests.

Lake Oswego itself offers a wonderful trail for walkers and joggers. The area?s 490 acres of clear open space and three natural areas are perfect for nature lovers. Add seasonal events such as the extensive farmer?s market and the annual Festival for the Arts, and it?s tough to be bored in Lake Oswego.

So, if you?re looking for a well-groomed, safe community with excellent schools and plenty of fun activities, Lake Oswego may be the perfect neighborhood for you.

- Ben Anton, 2008

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Latitude: 42.466086 -- Longitude: -82.946417

ZIP Codes for Eastpointe, Michigan	48021
Area Code for Eastpointe, Michigan	586
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The community was first settled by Irish and German immigrants in the 1830s. In October 1897, a Post Office was established there with the name of "Half-way", as it was near the halfway point of the stage run between downtown Detroit and the Macomb County seat at Mount Clemens. It incorporated as the village of Halfway in December 1924 and reincorporated as the City of East Detroit in January 1929. The city changed its name to "Eastpointe" after a vote in 1992; the name change had been proposed to reduce its association with the adjacent city of Detroit, and the "-pointe" is intended to associate the city with the exclusive communities of the Grosse Pointes. One effect of changing the city's name was a dramatic rise in property values. Prior to 1924, the majority of the city was part of Erin Township. The school district that serves most of the city was unaffected by the municipal name change, and still uses the name East Detroit Public Schools. -- Source: Wikipedia.com

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	Eastpointe	Michigan	United States
Population	34,077	9,938,444	281,421,906
Median age	36.6	35.5	35.3
Median age for Male	35.1	34.3	34
Median age for Female	38.5	36.6	36.5
Households	13,595	3,785,661	105,480,101
Household population	33,998	9,688,555	273,643,273
Average household size	2.5	2.56	2.59
Families	8,961	2,575,699	71,787,347
Average family size	3.11	3.1	3.14
Housing units	13,965	4,234,279	115,904,641
Occupied units	13,595	3,785,661	105,480,101
Vacant units	370	448,618	10,424,540

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Relocation to Oregon: Lake Oswego's Three Top Adv

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