Discovery West is a New Westside Bend Oregon Subdivision

Discovery West is the latest subdivision in the NorthWest Crossing area of Bend's Westside. Developed west of Summit High School and with 40 acres of parks with miles of trails, the project offers a variety of housing options, ranging from apartments, town homes, cottages and single-family homes. Discovery West is being built under the "transect" concept of urban development in which the housing density decreases the further out people go from the urban core. The goal with this type of development is to help mitigate wildfire risk and the impact on wildlife. 

Discovery West is Popular With Bend Home Buyers

There is a lot of new construction occurring in Discovery West.  As a new subdivision, many contractors are building spec homes, but also custom dev...

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Bend Home Prices Up and Inventory Levels Down

Despite the trends for January and February 2024 in which prices seemed to stabilize, the sales price of Bend homes rose unexpectedly in March. The year over year figure shows both median and average Bend home prices were up over 12% and inventory levels were down. When coupled with the steep rise in prices, affordability remains a major problem for potential Bend home buyers.

When March 2024 is compared with March 2023 for Bend single family homes on less than an acre, the following trends are noted:

• Average sales price up 12% to $893,967*
• Median sales price up 13.2% to $760,000
• Average list price up 9....

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What's in the March, 2024 Bend Premier Real Estate Newsletter?

• High Mortgage Rates and Prices Affecting Bend Home Sales
• Bright Spring Salad
• Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
• Spring in Central Oregon?
• The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage

Kristin Long Has Joined Bend Premier Real Estate

Kristin's real estate career spans nine years, during which time she established herself as a trusted professional and a go-to resource for both new and returning clients. Beyond market trends and property values, her passion for Central Oregon extends to understanding the heartbeat of Bend – the hidden gems, local hotspots, and the best trails to explore. These are just a few of the reasons people love living in this part of Oregon.

Active community involvement is deeply important to her. Kristin serves on the Leadership Board of the Bend Ronald McDonald House Charities and is acting liaison to the Portland Governing Board. Kristin is committed to making a positive impact.

Whether you're buying your first home, envisioning your forever property, investing, or looking to relocate, Kristin recognizes that buying or selling a home is a significant life decision. Kristin can provide valuable insights, strategi...

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What's In the January, 2024 Bend Premier Real Estate Newsletter?

• Bend Home Prices Leveling Off
• Chocolate Covered Tuxedo Strawberries
• The Best Things to Do in Bend During February
• Jack Lake to Three Fingered Jack
• Winning Plays