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Living the NW Crossing Lifestyle in Bend
NorthWest Crossing (NWX) isn't just another neighborhood in Bend – it's a community by design. Developed on roughly 486 acres by the West Bend Property Company in the early 2000s, NWX pairs tree‑lined streets and welcoming front porches with a thoughtful mix of homes, parks, schools and local businesses. The result is a walkable, small‑town atmosphere that feels like a modern take on Bend's classic neighborhoods, yet it enjoys easy access to downtown and the Old Mill.
Architectural Charm & Housing Choices
NWX stands out for its variety of architecture. Instead of cookie‑cutter models, the developers sold individual lots to a guild of builders so streetscapes would feel diverse and timeless. Craftsman‑style cottages sit alongside modern farmhouses and contemporary townhomes, all linked by wide sidewal...
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Bend Oregon Real Estate | 2025 Trends
Bend Single-Family Home Market Trends: 2025 Year in Review
As 2025 wraps up, the Bend single-family home market shows a year defined by steady pricing, increased activity, and a slower pace than the year before. Compared to 2024, the market gained momentum in volume but continued to push back on pricing power and speed.
Here's how 2025 stacked up against 2024.
Prices: Flat, Not Falling — But Buyers Had Leverage
The median sales price ended 2025 at $734,950, up just 0.7% year over yea...
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Why Now Might Be the Moment to Buy or Sell in Bend — Even as National Pending Sales Hit a High
If you've been watching the housing market lately, you may have seen headlines about a surprising surge in pending home sales across the U.S. — the highest we've seen in nearly three years. That's a big deal for buyers and sellers alike, and when you pair it with what we're seeing locally here in Bend and Central Oregon, a clear picture starts to emerge: opportunity — but only if you understand the market on both the national and local level.
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Headlines Have You Worried about Your Home's Value? Read This.
Hearing talk about home prices falling? That may leave you worried about whether your house is losing value. But here's what you need to know. While some local markets have seen small price dips this year, home prices are not falling nationally. So, don't let the headlines scare you.
The vast majority of the country is actually seeing prices rise.
While that may feel surprising after the headlines you've seen, the map below uses year-over-year data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to make that clear:
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Christmas Shopping in the Old Mill District
Why the Holidays in Bend Feel Different
For many people thinking about moving to Bend, the questions go beyond housing prices or interest rates. What they really want to know is this:
What does everyday life actually feel like here?
During the holidays, that answer becomes especially clear in the Old Mill District—one of Bend's most walkable, scenic, and community-driven areas. Christmas shopping here isn't just about gifts. It's about experiencing the lifestyle that draws so many people to Central Oregon in the first place.
A Holiday Setting That...
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