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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
About Tetherow Tetherow is one of Bend's most distinctive luxury communities, combining contemporary Central Oregon architecture, championship golf, resort amenities and exceptional access to the outdoors. Located on Bend's west side and bordering the Deschutes National Forest, Tetherow appeals to buyers who want convenient access to both Bend and the Cascades. The approximately 700-acre community offers a variety of residential settings, including custom homes, homesites and distinctive neighborhoods with contemporary mountain and high-desert architecture. The centerpiece is the 18-hole Tetherow Golf Club course designed by David McLay Kidd, while fitness, swimming, dining and resort amenities broaden the lifestyle well beyond golf. Location is another important advantage. Tetherow des...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Some Bend Homes Are Selling — and Others Are Sitting in 2026The Bend real estate market has become increasingly selective in 2026. Homes are still selling, buyers are still moving to Central Oregon, and desirable properties continue to attract attention. But there is a noticeable difference between the homes buyers are responding to and those that remain on the market.As we move through August, we are seeing inventory grow and buyer activity slow. We won't have finalized August statistics until the month is complete, so it is too early to put numbers behind that shift. But the pattern itself is becoming increasingly apparent: today's buyers have choices, and they are using them.That means sellers need to think differently about pricing, condition and how their property is positioned...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Bend Premier Real Estate Named Best Real Estate Company in Central Oregon for 2026We have some exciting news to share: Bend Premier Real Estate has been voted the Best Real Estate Company in Central Oregon for 2026!For our brokers and staff, this recognition is especially meaningful because Bend Premier Real Estate is an independent, locally owned brokerage. Central Oregon isn't simply a market we serve. It is our home, and our company has been built here around people who live, work and participate in the communities we represent.What Being a Local Independent Brokerage Means to UsReal estate has changed tremendously over the years. Technology is better, consumers have access to more information than ever before, and the way homes are marketed and real estate professionals build their ...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Median Home Price Climbs to $780,000 as Inventory Tightens and Buyer Activity Remains Strong The Bend real estate market continued to demonstrate resilience in July 2026. While the number of new listings declined and inventory tightened compared to last year, buyer demand remained healthy with more homes closing, pending sales increasing, and the median sales price rising nearly 5%. One of the more notable trends this month was the continued increase in seller concessions. Nearly half of all closed sales included some form of concession, providing buyers with opportunities to offset closing costs or reduce financing expenses while sellers continued to achieve strong overall sale prices. Quick Market Snapshot Median Sales Price: $780,000 ▲ 4.8% Closed Sales: 188 ▲ 3.3% Price Per Square ...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Privacy Has Become One of the Most Valuable Features in Bend Luxury Real Estate Luxury means different things to different people. For some buyers, it's a spectacular mountain view. For others, it's exceptional craftsmanship, a chef's kitchen, or a resort-style backyard. Increasingly, however, one feature rises to the top of nearly every conversation with luxury buyers relocating to Bend: Privacy. Whether buyers are moving from Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, or Dallas, many share a common goal. They want to leave behind crowded neighborhoods, busy streets, and constant noise in favor of a home that offers space, tranquility, and a stronger connection to nature. In today's luxury market, privacy isn't simply a desirable feature—it has become one of the most v...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
What's in the July 2026 Bend Premier Newsletter?Our latest issue of the Bend Premier monthly newsletter contain the following articles: Inventory Tightens as Buyers Continue To Drive the Market Cedar Plank Salmon With Lemon Herb Butter Small Changes That Make a Room Feel Brighter and More Spacious Hike to Grizzly Peak From Pamelia Lake Down Payments Are the Lowest They Have Been Since 2021
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Inventory Tightens as Buyers Continue to Drive the MarketAfter a spring that showed steady improvement, June reinforced the strength of the Bend real estate market. While fewer homeowners chose to list their properties compared to last year, buyers continued to purchase homes at an impressive pace. The result was lower inventory, faster sales, and rising prices across Bend's residential market. Compared to June 2025, closed sales increased nearly 17%, median home prices climbed more than 5%, and total dollar volume surged nearly 33%. Homes also sold nearly three weeks faster than they did a year ago. For buyers, competition has become more noticeable. For sellers, properly priced homes continue to attract strong interest.June 2026 Bend Residential Market at a Glance Median Sales Price: ...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Bend Continues to Attract Luxury Buyers From Across the CountryBend has long been one of the Pacific Northwest's most desirable places to live. What was once viewed primarily as a recreational destination has evolved into one of the West's premier luxury housing markets, attracting buyers from California, Washington, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, and throughout Oregon. While every buyer has a unique reason for relocating, many share a common goal—they are looking for a place where exceptional homes and an exceptional lifestyle come together. Luxury buyers today are investing in far more than real estate. They are investing in how they want to live.A Lifestyle That Is Difficult to ReplicateAsk recent luxury buyers why they chose Bend, and the conversation usually extends well beyond the ...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Broken Top Remains One of Bend's Most Coveted Luxury CommunitiesSome luxury neighborhoods are defined by spectacular views. Others are known for privacy, resort amenities, or proximity to recreation. Broken Top is different. For decades, Broken Top has offered a combination of luxury living, championship golf, mature landscaping, and an established sense of community that continues attracting buyers who want more than simply a beautiful home. It provides a lifestyle that blends elegance, recreation, and convenience in a setting that feels both exclusive and welcoming. While Bend has grown dramatically over the past twenty years and several new luxury communities have emerged, Broken Top continues to hold a special place in the luxury market. Its appeal has proven remarkably enduring...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Awbrey Butte Continues to Define Luxury Living in BendLong before Bend became nationally recognized as one of the West's premier lifestyle destinations, Awbrey Butte had already established itself as one of the city's most prestigious residential neighborhoods. Perched above the west side of Bend, Awbrey Butte has earned its reputation through exceptional views, custom homes, mature landscaping, and a location that offers both privacy and convenience. While Bend's luxury market has expanded with newer communities over the past two decades, Awbrey Butte continues to attract buyers looking for timeless luxury rather than the latest trend. Its appeal isn't built around a golf course or resort amenities. It's built around location, character, and a setting that has remained desirable fo...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Tetherow Continues to Attract Luxury Buyers in BendFew luxury communities in Bend generate as much attention as Tetherow.Mention Bend luxury real estate to relocation buyers, second-home purchasers, or outdoor enthusiasts, and Tetherow is almost always part of the conversation. While Bend offers several exceptional luxury neighborhoods, Tetherow has developed a unique identity that continues attracting buyers from across the Pacific Northwest, California, Arizona, Texas, and beyond. What makes Tetherow particularly interesting is that many of its buyers are not necessarily golfers. They are lifestyle buyers. They are drawn to the community because it represents many of the qualities people are seeking when they choose to make Bend part of their lives.Tetherow Offers More Than GolfGo...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
What Luxury Buyers Are Willing to Pay More For in BendOne of the biggest misconceptions in luxury real estate is that buyers pay the highest premiums for the biggest homes. In reality, today's luxury buyers are often willing to pay substantially more for characteristics that cannot easily be recreated. Square footage can be added. Kitchens can be remodeled. Finishes can be upgraded. Privacy, views, exceptional settings, and truly unique locations are much harder to replicate. As Bend's luxury market continues to evolve, understanding what buyers value most can help explain why certain properties command premium prices while others struggle to generate the same level of interest.Privacy Continues to Command a PremiumIf there is one feature that has become increasingly valuable among luxu...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why North Rim Remains One of Bend's Most Exclusive Luxury CommunitiesWhen 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. Yet North Rim continues to occupy a category of its own. Perched above the Deschutes River canyon on Bend's west side, North Rim has quietly maintained its reputation as one of the most exclusive luxury communities in Central Oregon. While newer developments have emerged and the luxury market has evolved, the characteristics that make North Rim desirable remain remarkably difficult to replicate. F...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Simplicity Is Becoming More Valuable in Luxury HomesLuxury 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. The result is a growing appreciation for homes that do more by doing less.Luxury Is Becoming More About Exper...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Buyer Activity Surges as Bend Home Prices Continue Modest GrowthThe 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.Quick Market Snapshot – May 2026 Median Sales Price: $792,500 ↑ 2.7% Closed Sales: 158 ↑ 9.7% Sold Price Per Square Foot: $407 ↑ 1.6% % of Original Price Received: 97.7% ↑ 0.5% Cash Sale...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Why Some Luxury Homes Sell Quickly While Others Sit on the MarketNot all luxury homes sell at the same pace. In Bend's high-end market, some properties generate strong interest almost immediately. Showings are scheduled quickly, buyers engage, and offers often follow within a relatively short period of time. Meanwhile, other luxury homes can remain available for months despite impressive features, desirable locations, and significant marketing exposure. The difference is rarely explained by a single factor. Today's luxury buyers are thoughtful, selective, and increasingly focused on value, lifestyle alignment, and overall experience. Understanding what drives their decisions can help explain why some homes move quickly while others struggle to gain momentum.Luxury Buyers Have More Choic...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
What Luxury Buyers Notice Within the First Five Minutes of Touring a HomeLuxury buyers often spend considerable time researching properties before they ever schedule a showing. They review photos, study floorplans, compare locations, and evaluate features long before stepping through the front door. Yet despite all of that preparation, many buyers form their strongest impressions within the first few minutes of arriving at a property. That initial reaction is rarely about square footage or appliance packages. Instead, buyers are evaluating something much more difficult to quantify: how the home feels. In Bend's luxury market, that first impression often shapes the entire showing experience.The Sense of Arrival MattersLuxury buyers begin evaluating a property before they ever enter the h...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
What Luxury Buyers Are Prioritizing Now in BendLuxury buyers in Bend are still active—but the way they evaluate homes has changed considerably over the past several years. A short time ago, demand often centered around urgency. Inventory was limited, competition was intense, and many buyers were willing to move quickly simply to secure a property in Central Oregon. Today's luxury buyers are approaching the market differently. They are more deliberate, more selective, and increasingly focused on how a home supports everyday living rather than simply how impressive it appears online. The shift is less about excess and more about alignment between lifestyle, quality, and long-term usability.Privacy and Setting Continue to MatterOne of the strongest priorities among luxury buyers today is p...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
The Bend Neighborhoods Buyers Are Watching Closely in 2026 Bend buyers are becoming more intentional about where they purchase—not just what they purchase. A few years ago, much of the market moved broadly together. Buyers often focused primarily on securing a home before prices climbed further or inventory disappeared. Today, the conversation has become more nuanced. Buyers are paying closer attention to lifestyle fit, long-term livability, access to recreation, privacy, walkability, and how individual neighborhoods function throughout the year. Different parts of Bend appeal to very different buyer priorities, and certain areas continue attracting stronger attention because they align closely with how people want to live in Central Oregon today. Northwest Bend Continues to Draw Lifes...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
What Buyers Regret Most When Purchasing a Home in BendBuying a home in Bend is often tied to something bigger than real estate itself. For some buyers, it's about lifestyle. For others, it's a long-awaited move, a change of pace, or a decision tied to family and quality of life. Bend continues to attract buyers from across Oregon and well beyond because of what life here represents. That excitement is real—but it can also lead buyers to focus on the wrong things. Over time, certain patterns tend to emerge. The buyers who are happiest long-term are usually not the ones who chased the biggest house or the trendiest feature. They are the ones who understood how they actually wanted to live in Bend.Focusing Too Much on the Home and Not Enough on the LocationOne of the most common regrets bu...
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By Lynnea Miller, Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
(Bend Premier Real Estate)
Not every luxury home sale in Bend begins with a public listing. Some transactions happen quietly, with limited exposure and without ever appearing on the MLS. In many cases, the broader market never knows the property was available at all. To many buyers and sellers, that can seem unusual. After all, conventional wisdom says the more exposure a property receives, the better. In luxury real estate, that is not always the priority.Why Some Luxury Sellers Prefer PrivacyAt the high end of the market, privacy often carries significant value. Some sellers prefer to limit public visibility for personal, professional, or security reasons. Others simply do not want the disruption that can come with constant showings, online exposure, and broad public marketing. In certain situations, discretion...
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