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Isabella C.
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Pros and cons of Lake Oswego after 15 years
Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $2,031 for rent here. Poverty rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $140,441, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Low crime in most areas
- Good schools
- Good healthcare facilities
- Active local events
Cons:
- Traffic can be terrible
- Cold winters
- Limited nightlife
- Not very walkable
- Mosquitoes and humidity
Any advice would be great. TIA! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Low crime in most areas
- Good schools
- Good healthcare facilities
- Active local events
Cons:
- Traffic can be terrible
- Cold winters
- Limited nightlife
- Not very walkable
- Mosquitoes and humidity
Any advice would be great. TIA! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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