Why Live in Bryant
Bryant, a neighborhood in Lake Oswego, offers a serene residential setting with access to urban amenities. Located along the Oswego Canal at the bottom of Oswego Lake, Bryant provides lake access and is just a mile from Interstate 5, facilitating easy commutes to Portland. The neighborhood features a mix of condos, townhouses, mid-century ranch-style homes, and Tudor-influenced estates, all set along tree-lined streets with mature Douglas firs and western red cedars. Bryant is known for its strong community spirit, with neighbors frequently gathering for block parties and holiday celebrations. The Lake Oswego School District, which serves Bryant, is highly rated, with River Grove Elementary, Westridge Elementary, Lakeridge Middle, and Lakeridge High School all earning top marks. Local parks such as Lamont Springs City Park and Bryant Woods Park offer walking trails and natural scenery, while the nearby Canal Acres Natural Area provides a 1.7-mile loop hike. Retail and dining options are conveniently close, with shopping centers like Nyberg Rivers and Nyberg Woods, and eateries such as Happy Sparrow Café and Aji Tram. Despite the car-dependent nature of the area, quiet side streets and shaded sidewalks make walking and biking enjoyable. For travel, Portland International Airport is 20 miles away, and Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is just 4 miles from the neighborhood. While lake access is limited to certain properties, residents enjoy the Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market and annual Independence Day celebrations. However, properties along the lake and canal may face higher flooding risks during heavy rains.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bryant a good place to live?
Bryant is a good place to live. Bryant is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Bryant has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.0 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $158,025 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Bryant are home owners, with 23.6% of residents renting and 76.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bryant can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bryant neighborhood guide.
Is Bryant, OR a safe neighborhood?
Bryant, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bryant?
The median home price in Bryant is $825,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $165,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.24%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,060 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $174K a year to afford the median home price in Bryant. The average household income in Bryant is $158K.
What are the best public schools in Bryant?
The best public schools that serve Bryant are:
What are the best private schools in Bryant?
The best private schools that serve Bryant are:
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Are home prices dropping in Bryant?
Yes, home prices in Bryant are down 20% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Bryant, OR
On average, homes in Bryant, Lake Oswego sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bryant, Lake Oswego over the last 12 months is $795,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$795,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$827,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$392,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$448
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median List Price
$825,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
