Buying is Cheaper Than Renting

Rentals in Bend, Oregon

Rent Prices Increase as Market Tightens   Rental properties are getting harder to find in Central Oregon. At the start of 2009, 12.4 percent of the region’s rental properties were vacant, available immediately for prospective renters, according to an annual survey by the Central Oregon Rental Owners Association of roughly 4,000 rentals in the area…. Read More

Warren Buffett: Good Time to Buy a Home

Warren Buffett "Now is a Good Time to Buy a Home"

Recorded at CNBC | Mon 27 Feb 12 | 06:00 AM ET TRANSCRIPT: MR. BUFFETT:  I would say that single family homes are cheap now, too. CNBC: You would? MR. BUFFETT: If I had a way of buying a couple hundred thousand single family homes and had a way of managing them … I would… Read More

Bend Real Estate Recovering

Bend Oregon Real Estate Recovery

By Elon Glucklich / The Bulletin Published: February 25. 2012 4:00AM PST The New Normal A long-awaited real estate recovery in Bend, Oregon may already be under way. But the boom times of 2005-’07 may never come this way again. Ron Ross, principal broker at Compass Commercial Real Estate Services, and John Mitchell, a national… Read More

Awbrey Meadows Northwest Chic

Home for Sale 1817 NW Putnam Road in Bend, Oregon

This great home in the community of Awbrey Meadows on the northwest side of Bend, Oregon has it all. Northwest architecture, outdoor pool, guest house, privacy, mountain setting, great value. Gorgeous! Property Details

Classic Craftsman Bungalow

Craftsman Bungalow in Bend, Oregon

Classic Craftsman Bungalow Architecture and immaculately maintained home for sale in Bend, Oregon. Great location in the Oakview neighborhood close to schools, medical facilities and shopping. Upgraded features including hardwood floors, stainless appliances, gas fireplace, slate entry, large recreation/media/game room, covered front porch and a great backyard deck for BBQ’s and family gatherings. Extra storage… Read More

Authentic Country French Chateau

625 NW Stonepine Drive French Country Estate in Bend, Oregon

Welcome to Chateau de Malmaison, a custom built authentic Country French estate in Bend, Oregon. This stunning home was designed by Jack Arnold, AIA. Montana Moss Stone Exterior; Slate Roof with Copper Cupolas; Extraordinary design and finishes. A truly Exceptional Home. Property Details

Acreage Estate with Mountain Views

Bend, Oregon home on acreage with Mountain Views

Floor-to-ceiling picture windows capture spectacular panoramic mountain views from most rooms of this spectacular home on 25 acres in Bend, Oregon. This brilliantly livable single-level, 6804 sf Rozewski-designed home has inviting entertainment areas, open kitchen and breakfast nook. Outdoor living includes an in-ground pool with hot tub and negative edge water feature, plus fire pit…. Read More

Brasada Ranch Cabins

Brasada Ranch Cabins for Sale, Vacation Rentals

The Perfect Vacation Home Brasada Ranch Resort Homes and Cabins are some of the finest real estate opportunities near Bend, Oregon. Perfectly situated between Bend and Redmond, Oregon, Brasada Ranch enjoys 300 sunny days every year, and given the location across the high desert, temperatures are normally 5-10 degrees warmer than in the cities. Owning… Read More

CNN Money 2012 Real Estate Outlook

NorthWest Crossing Homes for Sale Bend, Oregon

Should You Buy a Home in 2012? Amanda Gengler of CNN Money says economists are forecasting a reverse of falling real estate prices in 2012. They’re expecting 95% of the nation’s metro areas will see a slight uptick in prices. Gengler says, “If you’re gearing up to buy a home, 2012 will be a great… Read More

Why We Love Bend

Mt Bachelor Village in Bend, Oregon

Dear Adventurer … We know you. When you hear the word “vacation,” you don’t think of watery beers on lazy beaches. You envision sweet summits, and hard-earned high-fives; sweeping vistas granted only to those who work for them. You don’t want a barcalounger; and you don’t want a lime in your beer. You belong in… Read More