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Buying New Construction in Bend, Oregon? Look Beyond the Builder's Incentives
Buying New Construction in Bend, Oregon? Look Beyond the Builder's Incentives
Mortgage rate buydowns, adjustable-rate loans, upgrades and independent representation: what Central Oregon buyers should know before signing a builder's contract.
Buying a newly constructed home in Bend or elsewhere in Central Oregon can be appealing. Modern floor plans, energy-efficient features, attractive finishes and the opportunity to move into a home that has never been occupied are compelling advantages. And in today's housing market, builders may offer another incentive: financing packages designed to make the monthly payment more attractive.
But a lower advertised mortgage rate does not necessarily mean you're getting the best overall deal.
Before purchasing a new-construction home, buyers should understand how builder incentives work, what can be...
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Bend Oregon Housing Market Trends for August 2026
Bend Oregon Housing Market Trends for August 2026
The Bend housing market continued to cool in August 2026 as affordability concerns, elevated mortgage rates and increasingly selective buyers affected sales activity. The median sales price declined from a year ago, fewer homes closed, and nearly 45% of completed transactions included seller concessions.
This is not evidence of a housing crash. However, it does show that Bend is experiencing a meaningful correction in pricing expectations. Buyers remain interested in Central Oregon, but they are taking their time, comparing their options and avoiding homes that appear overpriced.
The statistics in this report compare August 2026 with August 2025 a...
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Bend Oregon Real Estate Market Update | July 2026
Bend Oregon Real Estate Market Update – July 2026
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%.
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What Luxury Buyers Are Prioritizing Now in Bend
What Luxury Buyers Are Prioritizing Now in Bend
Luxury 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
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Bend Oregon Real Estate | April 2026 Trends
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...
