What Local Homeowners Need to Know
Many Bend homeowners assume moving means relocating to a new city, but that's often not the case. Here in Bend, many of the people I work with already love where they live—they're simply looking for a home that better fits their current lifestyle.
Over the years, I've helped homeowners who needed more space for a growing family, wanted to downsize after the kids moved out, or were looking for a neighborhood that better matched how they spend their time. Whether it's being closer to trails, schools, downtown restaurants, golf courses, or the Deschutes River, lifestyle often becomes the driving force behind a move.
One of the biggest questions homeowners ask...
When luxury buyers begin exploring Bend's high-end real estate market, certain neighborhoods consistently rise to the top of the conversation. Tetherow attracts golf enthusiasts. Northwest Crossing appeals to buyers seeking walkability and community connection. Awbrey Butte offers established luxury living and sweeping views.
Luxury has always evolved. What buyers considered luxurious twenty years ago is often very different from what attracts attention today. Trends change, design preferences shift, and lifestyles evolve. Yet one of the most noticeable changes in today's luxury market is not a new feature or architectural style. It is simplicity. Increasingly, luxury buyers are gravitating toward homes that feel calm, intentional, and effortless rather than overly complicated or designed to impress at every turn. In Bend and throughout many luxury markets, buyers are placing greater value on livability, quality, and authenticity than on excess. Th...
The Bend real estate market continued to strengthen in May 2026, with higher home prices, more closed sales, and a significant increase in pending sales compared to one year ago. While affordability remains a challenge for many buyers, the market has shown resilience. Demand remains healthy, inventory is still below last year's levels, and properly priced homes are attracting attention quickly. The strongest signal from May's numbers may be the surge in pending sales, suggesting buyer confidence remains intact heading into the summer market.