Bend Oregon Real Estate - Special Homes in a Special Place
Many factors interact to define the Central Oregon lifestyle appeal to potential home owners and residents alike. From residential real estate resorts like Sunriver to the bustling Hub City of Redmond, the region's natural beauty and recreation choices combine with an entrepreneurial climate as invigorating as the fresh High Desert air. Thanks to amazing population and job growth, the economy has diversified, creating many opportunities. 
Tourism brings visitors to the Bend area and many eventually figure out a way to live here year-around. That’s one reason why Bend in Central Oregon ranks high for real estate, in small business formations, bank deposits and non-payroll income. The more you know about Central Oregon and Bend Real Estate oportunities, the more you will appreciate its many attributes. Read more about the Real Estate Market in Bend and Central Oregon.
Tourism brings visitors to the Bend area and many eventually figure out a way to live here year-around. That’s one reason why Bend in Central Oregon ranks high for real estate, in small business formations, bank deposits and non-payroll income. The more you know about Central Oregon and Bend Real Estate oportunities, the more you will appreciate its many attributes. Read more about the Real Estate Market in Bend and Central Oregon.A Recreational Smörgasbord
Winter's Pleasures Await
With snow dusting the Cascades, thoughts turn to winter recreation in Bend and Central Oregon.
Skiis and boards are being waxed, outdoor shops are stocking new merchandise and cross-country aficionados wheel along bike lanes on their practice slats. Bend residents know why winter is special here and are happy to share that knowledge with visitors. Read more about the recreational opportunities for Bend Home Owners.
Skiis and boards are being waxed, outdoor shops are stocking new merchandise and cross-country aficionados wheel along bike lanes on their practice slats. Bend residents know why winter is special here and are happy to share that knowledge with visitors. Read more about the recreational opportunities for Bend Home Owners.Population Growth Continues to Drive Home Ownership in Bend
Population growth is the engine that drives Central Oregon’s economy, particularly the Bend Oregon Real Estate market. Growth also provides the base for the many services and amenities the Bend area has to offer, and has transformed Bend from a sleepy sawmill town to a vibrant hub of 
tourism, commerce and high-tech industrial development. Deschutes County population grew four times as fast as the state of Oregon between 2000 and 2007. Bend now has 77,780 people, Redmond 24,805 and Prineville 10,190. Central Oregon population should grow another 26% by 2012. Read more about the drivers behind Central Oregon's and Bend's growth in home ownership.
tourism, commerce and high-tech industrial development. Deschutes County population grew four times as fast as the state of Oregon between 2000 and 2007. Bend now has 77,780 people, Redmond 24,805 and Prineville 10,190. Central Oregon population should grow another 26% by 2012. Read more about the drivers behind Central Oregon's and Bend's growth in home ownership.
Homes Open This Weekend
Click on the icon at right to review homes open this weekend.The Bend, Oregon area has many choices to offer ranging from affordable, entry-level homes to luxury residences. The Bend real estate market is competitive and buyers in all price categories are finding homes at levels they can afford.
Branch Office Opens In NorthWest Crossing
The Garner Group opens its NorthWest Crossing branch office at 2762 NW Crossing Dr., and will work with builders and the neighborhood's developer to market homes and building sites. The Bend real estate company's main office remains at 388 SW Bluff Dr. in the Old Mill District.
NorthWest Crossing in Bend, Oregon, has earned national recognition as an example of the "traditional neighborhood" concept that places homes close to restaurants, shops, parks, schools and trails in a pedestrian-friendly environment. "This foresight by the developers places the community directly at the center of today's environmental, transportation and quality of life issues," observed Sandy Garner. Read more
