Bend housing market at a glance
Market data refreshed October 1, 2026. For the three months ending August 2026, Redfin reported a Bend median sale price of $698,538, a median 36 days on market, and 651 homes sold. The median sale price was 1.6% lower than the same period a year earlier. Source: Redfin Bend Housing Market.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated Bend's population at 107,342 on July 1, 2025, 8.2% above the April 2020 estimate base. Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts.
Schools and education research
Research links reviewed October 1, 2026. Assignments and program availability depend on the property address. Use the official Bend-La Pine Schools boundary and enrollment tools. Verify ratings, boundaries, programs, transportation, and enrollment directly with the applicable district; this guide does not rank or recommend schools or neighborhoods.
Business and development watch
In September 2026, the City of Bend launched “Bend Made,” a 20-year plan intended to coordinate housing, infrastructure, and jobs. The plan is in development and future outcomes are not guaranteed. Source: City of Bend, September 2026.
What the numbers mean for a buyer
Bend's higher median price makes loan limits, down payment, reserves, appraisal support, and debt-to-income planning important. Occupancy rules, wildfire exposure, insurance, wells, septic systems, and acreage may also matter.
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Market statistics are historical snapshots and may change. School information is provided for neutral research and is not a recommendation or guarantee. This information is educational and is not an appraisal, property valuation, or commitment to lend. Loan approval is subject to underwriting and program requirements.