As the holidays approach, many Bend homeowners find themselves asking the same question: Should I list my home now or wait until after the New Year?The truth is, there's no one-size-fits-all answer—but there are compelling reasons to consider making your move before the year ends.Why Selling Before the Holidays Can Work in Your Favor Motivated Buyers Are Still LookingNot everyone slows down for the season. Many buyers in Bend are relocating for work, making year-end moves to take advantage of tax benefits, or finally finding time to focus on their home search during the holidays. These buyers are serious—and they're often ready to make strong offers. Less Competition Means More AttentionInventory in Central Oregon typically dips during November and December. Fewer listings mean your hom... 11/06/2025

A Cooler Fall Market Emerges for Bend Home Sales October brought signs that the Bend real estate market is continuing to find balance as the year winds down. While closed sales and overall sold volume rose modestly from a year ago, several key indicators—such as new listings, pending sales, and median home price—show the market is cooling after a busy late-summer season. With homes taking longer to sell and buyers showing more caution, Bend's fall housing market reflects a shift toward more normal seasonal behavior after several years of atypical trends. When comparing October 2025 to October 2024 for Bend single family home sales on less than an acre, the following changes can be noted: Median sales price down 3.1% to $770,000 Closed sales up 7.9% to 163 Pending sales down 7.6% to 133... 11/07/2025