My first real estate office in 2001 was in the Raleigh Hills and now I live in the area. On my daily walks I've strolled past a particular home on SW Maple Drive many times. It's always caught my attention. Sitting slightly above the street, with its covered front porch and distinctly older architecture, 7985 SW Maple Drive looks different from many of the homes surrounding it. I've often walked past wondering what it looked like inside, and perhaps even more interestingly, w

Rising Median Sales Prices, Shifting Buyer Activity, and What the Data Really Tells Us Lake Oswego's real estate market has seen some interesting developments in 2026. The median sales price has increased, more homes are selling in the $1 million plus price range, and buyers continue to demonstrate that they're willing to negotiate. But what do these numbers actually tell us about the Lake Oswego housing market? To answer that question, we're going beyond the headlines and lo

Long before Lake Oswego became known for its waterfront homes, Portland residents were discovering the recreational opportunities offered by the lake and its surrounding countryside. During the late 1800s, the lake was known as Sucker Lake, named for the fish that inhabited its waters. By the 1890s, Portland residents were traveling to Oswego to enjoy fishing, swimming, hunting, picnicking, and other outdoor activities.

Explore the history of First Addition in Lake Oswego, from its 1888 roots as an Oregon iron town to one of Lake Oswego's most walkable and desirable neighborhoods. First Addition in Lake Oswego, Oregon - Established in 1888 From Oregon’s Iron Town to One of Its Most Coveted Neighborhoods Today, First Addition in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is known for tree lined streets, charming older homes, hidden alleys and the ability to walk into downtown Lake Oswego. But the neighborhood wasn

The history of Irvington begins in 1851, when riverboat captain William Irving and his wife, Elizabeth, settled a 644 acre Donation Land Claim on Portland's east side. Portland was still a young city at the time. But as the region grew during the second half of the 19th century, the Irving family's property became increasingly valuable for residential development. In October 1887, the original Irvington subdivision was officially platted with 129 rectangular blocks.