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Why We Love Central Oregon | 18 Posts
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May
7

May 7th, 2026 by

Moving to Bend, Oregon from the Bay Area: What Nobody Tells You

I get it. You've done the math. Your Bay Area home is worth a lot, Bend homes are comparatively affordable, and the idea of trading a brutal commute and sky-high cost of living for mountains, trails, and clean air is starting to feel less like a dream and more like an actual plan.

Here's what I can tell you that the math can't: Bend is better than you think it's going to be. And I say that as someone who made almost exactly this move myself.

I came from San Francisco in 2007. I've been selling real estate in Bend ever since. I've helped dozens of Bay Area buyers make this t...

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May
7

May 7th, 2026 by

How to Sell Your Bend Home and Buy Another One at the Same Time

This is the question I get more than almost any other from local Bend homeowners. You're ready to move up — more space, better neighborhood, next chapter — but the logistics feel overwhelming. What if you sell and can't find anything to buy? What if you buy and your home doesn't sell fast enough? What if you end up stuck in the middle?

Here's the good news: this is very doable. People do it every day in Bend. It just takes the right strategy going in.

Start With Your Equity

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Categories: Uncategorized
May
6

May 6th, 2026 by

What is in the May 2026 Bend Premier Newsletter?

  • Prices Pull Back WHile Buyer Activity Holds Steady
  • Spring Herb ChickenSalad Croissants
  • Small Kitchen Improvements With Big Impact
  • The Historic Black Butte Hike Can Be Challenging
  • How To Make Your Offer Stand Out This Spring

Categories: Newsletters
Tags: bend homes for sale, bend oregon, Bend Foodies, Central Oregon Hikes, Why We Love Central Oregon, Hiking Central Oregon, Food
May
4

May 4th, 2026 by

Bend Oregon Real Estate | April 2026 Trends

Prices Pull Back While Buyer Activity Holds Steady

April 2026 shows a Bend real estate market that is adjusting—not collapsing. Pricing has come off noticeably from a year ago, but buyer activity remains stable and, in some areas, quietly improving. The result is a more balanced market where properly priced homes are still moving, while aspirational pricing is getting corrected.

Quick Market Snapshot – April 2026

  • Median Sal...

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Categories: Bend Oregon Real Estate Trends
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