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Bend, OR Real Estate News

By Lisa Broadwater, GRI, CDPE - Bend, Sisters, Tumalo, Redmond
(Cascade Sotheby's International Realty)
During July, Tumalo's real estate market was most notable for its decreases. First, the number of Active Residential with Acreage listings decreased (from 104 to 97). So did the median price for Active RW listings (down from $759,500 to $725,000). That continues a trend from June, when the median price dropped more than $100,000 (from $898,500 to $759,500), after hovering near $900,000 all year. Another key decrease was the number of Active million-dollar listings, which fell from 36 to 32. The most expensive listing also adjusted, from $3,900,000 to $3,750,000. And for the first time this year, a price point below $500,000 held the highest number of listings (the $350,000-$399,999 bracket and $550,000-$599,999 category tied with 10 listings). That's good news for buyers, who are beginn...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
No Nonsense Tips for selling your Bend Oregon Home in 2009 - Part 1 Fix it and Fix it NOW! This is a first in a series of no-nonsense posts on getting your Bend, Oregon, home SOLD in a recession.  If you're serious about selling your home keep reading.  If you're not ready for some straight talk, proceed with caution.  Times are tough in the Bend real estate market when you're trying to sell your home and the competition is the bank owned home next door listed $100,000 less than yours.  Today's No Nonsense Tips for selling your Bend, Oregon, Home Tip FIX It and FIX It NOW You know what I'm referring to....the half painted wall in the bathroom, the crayon marks on your son's bedroom door, and the peeling paint on the front porch.  That long list of "honey-do's" that you've been postponin...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
Beautiful Home on Large Lot$199,000Location:20344 Mahsie Ct.Bend, OR 97702Map and DirectionsSingle Family Home4 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1848 sqftLot: 0.26 acre(s)DescriptionReady for Purchase, this home features New Siding, New laminate hardwood flooring and new carpet, surround sound system, upgraded lighting, a whole house Security System, Master Bedroom Separation, Dog Run, relaxing back deck looking out toward a beautiful well maintained common area, and plenty of parking for you and your guests. Please call to schedule your showing appointment today! Commons landscape Contractor is available for monthly landscape maintenance if necessary. PhotosFeaturesSingle Family HomeLiving RoomFamily roomKitchenDining AreaBreakfast NookCeiling FanRange/OvenRefrigeratorDishwasherGas Firepl...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
 Looking for a Great Value in Central Oregon Golf – River’s Edge Golf Course in Bend, Oregon is a must play.  Situated on Awbrey Butte on Bend’s NW side, almost all 18 holes have stunning views of Powell Butte, the Deschutes River, Mt. Hood or Mt. Jefferson.  River’s Edge Golf Course is an 18-hole par-72 Robert Muir Graves designed course.  The front 9 was built in 1987 and the back 9 along with a new Proshop were added in 1994.  The Course has a full practice facility including a large driving range as well as a large chipping and putting green.   River’s Edge Golf Course has also been named to Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play.”  Having played a few rounds here myself, I must agree - it’s tough but fun.   River’s Edge Golf Course is one of the few Courses in Bend, Oregon, open year r...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
Coming Soon in a new venue - Munch ‘n Movies in NorthWest Crossing's Compass Park.  It's Time to Enjoy Fresh Air and Free Family Movies!  You know summer in Bend, Oregon is drawing to a close when the movies go outdoors.   There's not much better than enjoying an evening outdoors with family, friends and good food.   If you're moving to bend or new to bend, Munch ‘n Movies is a family friendly movie event Walk-In style.  It's like the drive-in without the drive.  Starting Friday, August, 21st for 4 weeks bring your lawn chairs or beach towels over to Compass Park in NorthWest Crossing for a family friendly movie night on the outdoor big screen.   That's not all, be there early to enjoy tasty food from local vendors, and some live pre-movie music.   The event officially begins at 5:30 pm...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
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By Cheri Smith
(Total Property Resources)
This Mill Quarter townhome is located in the heart of Bend between downtown and The Old Mill District, perfect for a buyer that wants hip, urban living. The exteriors were inspired by east coast brownstones and the interiors have a modern, industrial style, complete with brick, steel, and concrete. The ICF (insulated concrete form) construction offers energy efficiency and soundproofing. The interior finishes include cork and concrete flooring, granite and tile countertops, dumb waiter, and stainless steel Viking appliances. This townhome is 1822 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms/3 baths and is offered at $455,000. It's priced as well as a bank owned Mill Quarter townhome that sold earlier this year for $450,000.     
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By Cheri Smith
(Total Property Resources)
Of the 184 homes that sold in July, 57 were bank owned and 40 were short sales. Distressed sales made up nearly 53% of the home sales in July. Of the 275 homes pending, 142 are short sales or foreclosures (52%). Of the 1751 homes for sale, 397 are distressed (22%). The average days on market before selling was 229 for the short sales, 134 for the bank owned homes, and 144 for traditional sales. If you're a first time home buyer hoping to take advantage of the $8000 tax credit, this is important to think about. In order to get the credit you must close on the purchase of your home before December 1, 2009. With the average days on market for short sales at 229, if you're considering purchasing a short sale but haven't already written an offer, it might be too late. Even with foreclosures ...
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By Cheri Smith
(Total Property Resources)
If your home is currently for sale and you have it listed with a real estate agent, do yourself a favor and either pull up your listing on the public MLS site, Realtor.com, etc. or ask your agent to email you the client detail for your home. It's really important that you know how your agent is marketing your home and that you know what home buyers see when they view your home online. Nearly 90% of home buyers are using the internet to shop for homes. The National Association of Realtors asked those internet home buyers which features they found most valuable and 83% said high quality photos. I'll say it again; 83% said high quality photos. Please explain to me then why I find appalling photos like these in the MLS? Make sure to click on the photos to enlarge them and see how bad they r...
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By Lisa Broadwater, GRI, CDPE - Bend, Sisters, Tumalo, Redmond
(Cascade Sotheby's International Realty)
  Original photograph of a summer sunset in Tumalo, Oregon, taken by Lisa Broadwater, Broker, GRI; RE/MAX Town & Country Realty, 178 S. Elm, Sisters, OR, 97759. 541-549-3333. All rights reserved and may not be reproduced or reprinted without express written permission For more images or information about Tumalo real estate, visit www.CentralOregonHome4You.com.
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
Family Friendly Dining with Adult Sophistication? Can it be True? Flatbread Community Oven in Bend Oregon has it ALL. Let’s face it, it’s not too often that you find a family friendly restaurant with adult sophistication. Flatbread Community Oven in Bend, Oregon’s Old Mill District is a refreshing update in family friendly dining. According to Lisa Lumsden, President and CFO, “The creation of FCO (Flatbread Community Oven) came from an understanding of the lack of an upscale yet very approachable, high quality, healthy and community focused pizzeria, where families, professionals, and friends could all gather and be comfortable.” I for one believe she accomplished just that. One Personal and Surprising Experience in Bend Oregon Family Friendly Dining A few weeks back, a friend and I too...
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By Keller Williams, Central Oregon Realty
(Keller Williams Central Oregon Realty)
San Francisco, CA (July 20, 2009) – KW Commercial, a division of Keller Williams Realty, Inc., today announced that it will partner with the National NNN Investment Group to offer triple net lease real estate investments to the company’s 73,000 realtors and brokers in the United States and Canada.  Triple net, also known as NNN (net, net, net), real estate refers to commercial leases where the tenant pays the property taxes, insurance, and maintenance (the three 'Nets'). Typically, these types of NNN investments are most attractive to long-time apartment property owners and passive investors seeking “hands-off" real estate to provide themselves a long-term and stable income. Many owners sell their current management-intensive properties and purchase an NNN investment as part of a “1031...
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By Keller Williams, Central Oregon Realty
(Keller Williams Central Oregon Realty)
Agent Top Story Keeping the transaction in tact New research pinpoints appraisal problems Recent upheavals in the appraisals arena and the new Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC) are contributing to too many sales falling through the cracks.   According to National Association of REALTOR's® (NAR) Appraisal Survey in June 2009, 37 percent of home buyers and sellers have experienced at least one lost sale as a result of the new HVCC. The report also pointed to:   Higher Fees Lower Quality Longer Wait Click here for the full report from NAR. If you encounter these problems and find your contract’s viability hinging on a low appraisal, don’t hesitate to bring additional comps to the appraiser. Also, read Tactic 12: Bulletproof the Transaction in SHIFT: How Top Real Estate Agent Tackle To...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
              Looking for family friendly activities in Bend Oregon, Bouncing Off the Wall is Bend, Oregon’s, only Inflatable Family Fun Center and believe me it is FUN! Whether it’s the recent heat wave or a cold winter day, Bouncing Off the Wall is the best indoor place in town to run or bounce the energy out of your children. Filled with castle, dragon, and princess bounce houses, a Velcro wall, obstacle course toddler friendly area - Bouncing Off the Wall in Bend Oregon is great family activity year round. They also have some comfy couches for adults if you don't plan on bouncing, a toddler area for the real little ones and snacks (for a small fee) to keep your energy up. The Bouncing Options are Endless, Bouncing Off the Wall is open 7 days a week. The bouncing schedule is not set...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
EXCEPTIONAL DEAL - 4,000 sqft Home with 2 Guest Houses on 10 Acres$379,000Location:63920 Deschutes Market RoadBend, OR 97701Map and DirectionsSingle Family Home4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 4068 sqftLot: 435,600 sqftDescriptionWhat a Deal! Excellent opportunity to own 10 acres close in. This property offers a 4,000 sq ft home with 2 separate attached apartments for additional rental income if desired, or re-convert apartments. There is also a 1200 sq ft modular home and a 600 sq ft Cottage that can also be rented. Call for rental income details. Cascade Mountain Views, Newer well, Detached Oversized Double Car Garage. Barn w/ 2 stalls and large tack room, Central Vac. Short Sale. Quick close possible, call for details.PhotosFeaturesSingle Family Home4000 sqft Residen...
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By Cheri Smith
(Total Property Resources)
When I work with buyers moving to Bend from out of the area, particularly from larger cities, they are usually drawn to NW Bend because of the privacy provided by lots of trees and larger lots. One neighborhood that fits the bill is Valhalla Heights. Valhalla Heights is located where Mt. Washington Dr. meets Shevlin Park Rd., making it close to downtown and the Newport Ave. hub, which has coffee shops, restaurants, and Newport Market grocery store. It's also very close to Shevlin Park, a mostly undeveloped park popular with hikers, joggers and mountain bikers because of the extensive trail system and Tumalo Creek, which runs through the heart of the park. Most of the homes in Valhalla Heights were built in the late 1970's and 1980's and many of them have been nicely remodeled. You'll ev...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
Golfing, Fishing, Hiking & Biking - All From Your Home in at Awbrey Glen Golf Club Looking for a home at a private golf club with exceptional mountain views? A house on Awbrey Glen Golf Course would be a great place to call home. Homes in Awbrey Glen are located in NW Bend on Awbrey Butte off of Mount Washington Drive. This area of NW Bend is one of the most sought after locations. Homes in Awbrey Glen are centrally located in NW Bend close to NorthWest Crossing, Downtown Bend and Shevlin Park. Awbrey Glen Golf Course is semi-private 18-hole Gene Bunny Mason designed course stretches over 7,000 yards. The golf course is surrounded by tall pines, lava outcroppings and exceptional Cascade views. Awbrey Glen is a membership owned club with various levels of membership to fit the needs of a...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
Homes in NorthWest Crossing Bend, Oregon are a Great Place Live, Eat, Work & Play! One of Bend, Oregon’s newer neighborhoods, NorthWest Crossing is a great place to live, eat, work and play! The central entrance to the businesses and homes in NorthWest Crossing is located at the Mount Washington / NorthWest Crossing Drive roundabout. This mixed use community is filled with green built custom homes and businesses; large parks, tall pines and open spaces. A mixed use community, NorthWest Crossing, has beautiful custom homes, live-up / work-down townhomes, restaurants, retail shops and service providers. A few of the businesses in NorthWest Crossing include: Alpine Acupuncture, Bend Furniture & Design, Cascade Mortgage Company, CC Evans Salon, Fred Real Estate Group, Healthy Paws, La Rosa ...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
Best Value in Golf Course Living – Bend, Oregon Homes for Sale in River’s Edge Village. If you love golf, mountain views and Central Oregon living then River’s Edge Village is a great place to call home. Location, Location, Location - River’s Edge Village is located on Awbrey Butte in NW Bend, Oregon, surrounding River’s Edge Golf Course, a Robert Muir Graves 18-hole championship golf course, and the Deschutes River. Homes in River’s Edge Village are only minutes from Downtown Bend, Trader Joes, Home Depot, Shopping, Dining and Hwy 97. The majority of the custom built homes and townhomes have expansive mountain views of Smith Rock, The Deschutes River, East Bend, and/or River’s Edge Golf Course and are located on spacious lots. Homes for Sale in River’s Edge Village offer the true essen...
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By Kryste Adams, Bend, Oregon Real Estate
(RE/MAX Key Properties - Luxury Homes, Golf Course Homes)
Looking for a Quiet Neighborhood with Expansive Lots? Check out Homes for Sale in Tillicum Village in SE Bend. The majority of the homes in Tillicum Village including the homes for sale are on lots that range from 0.25 to 0.50 acres. Tillicum Village is a great neighborhood for families or individuals looking for lush gardens and open spaces. The quaint single story homes are nestled between tall pines and expansive well maintained common areas. On any normal sunny Bend, Oregon, day you'll drive through the neighborhood and see kids on bikes and adults tending to gardens. Living in the Tillicum Village neighborhood in SE Bend feels like you're out in the country when in actuality you are only minutes from Hwy 97, Fred Meyer and the Bend Outlet Mall. A place to get away from it all witho...
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