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April
16

What Actually Sells a Luxury Home in Bend Right Now (And What Doesn't)

A few years ago, selling a luxury home in Bend was largely about timing. You could bring a well-presented property to market, and the conditions would do much of the work for you. Buyers were plentiful, competition was limited, and momentum built quickly. That version of the market is behind us.

Today, the luxury segment in Bend has shifted into something more disciplined. Buyers are still active, but they are far more deliberate. They are studying the market, comparing options carefully, and making decisions with a level of scrutiny that simply wasn't present a short time ago. Hom...

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April
13

Is Bend Entering a Buyer's Market in 2026?

For the past several years, Bend's real estate market has been defined by speed, competition, and rising prices. Homes moved quickly, buyers had limited leverage, and sellers often dictated the terms. That environment has changed. The question now being asked—quietly by buyers and more urgently by sellers—is whether Bend is entering a buyer's market in 2026.

The honest answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no.

The Market Has Shifted—But Not Collapsed

Recent data shows a market in transition, not decline. Median prices have softened compared to last year, and price p...

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April
10

What is in the April 2026 Bend Premier Newsletter?

  • Bend Home Pricing Softens While Buyer Activity Accelerates
  • Lemon Cream pine
  • Spring Decor Updates to Brighten Your Home
  • Hike the Burma Ridge, Summit Trail, Misery Ridge Loop
  • How Much You Save When Mortgage Rates Drop.

April
7

Bend Oregon Real Estate Market March 2026 Overview

What is happening in the Bend real estate market right now?

The Bend, Oregon real estate market in March 2026 is active but price-sensitive. Home sales and pending transactions are up over 20% year-over-year, while median prices have declined 7.4%. Buyers are active, but only when homes are priced correctly relative to current interest rates.

Pricing Softens While Buyer Activity Accelerates

March 2026 shows a very clear shift in the Bend real estate market: prices pulled back while activity picked up. This is not a contradiction—it's exactly how a transitioning market...

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April
6

Should I Sell My Home in 2026 or Wait?

If you have been watching the market and wondering whether now is the right time to sell, you are not alone.

Many homeowners are quietly asking the same question.
Should I sell now, or should I wait for something better?

It is a fair question. The market has shifted. Interest rates have changed. The pace feels different than it did a few years ago. And yet, homes are still selling every day.

The answer is not as simple as timing the market perfectly. It is about understanding where you stand and making a decision that aligns with your...

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