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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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Your Equity Could Change Everything About Your Next Move
A lot of people are asking the same thing right now: "Is it even a good time to sell?" And the truth may come as a bit of a surprise...
For many homeowners, the answer is a strong yes.
Why? Because of one major factor working in your favor: your equity. Odds are, if you've lived in your home for a while, you know you have significant equity. But how much are we really talking about? The number might just change everything about your next move.
The Hidden Wealth of Homeownership
Here's how it works. When you own a home, you build up something called equity.
Each time you make a mort...
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Bend Premier Real Estate | December 2025 Newsletter
What's in the December 2025 Bend Premier Newsletter?
- Buyer Activity Picks Up as New Listings Fall
- Layered Peppermint Hot Chocolate Jar
- Holiday Electrical Safety: Preventing Overloaded Outlets and Fire hazards
- Chush Falls in Winter is Beautiful
- Your Roadmap to Homeownership
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Bend Oregon Real Estate | November 2025 Trends
Buyer Activity Picks Up as New Listings Fall Sharply
November brought a shift in the Bend real estate market: strong buyer interest paired with a significant drop in new listings. Pending sales saw a sizable jump from one year ago, even though closed sales held flat and overall pricing trended slightly lower. With fewer homes hitting the market, buyers had to act quickly on the most desirable properties, while sellers benefited from motivated purchasers—even if final sale prices continued to come in below original asking.
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December 2025 Bend, Oregon Real Estate Market Update
Who Hit the Pause Button?
Winter has arrived in Bend, and with it, the market slowdown we expect every year. The difference this December is subtle but important: the pace has eased, yet the underlying fundamentals remain surprisingly resilient. Whether you're gearing up to buy in early 2026 or preparing your home for a spring listing, here's what you need to know about the latest market trends.
New Listings: A Seasonal Retreat
New listings slid again this month — roughly 20% fewer year-over-year. Not surprising for December.
Bend homeowners tend to wait out the holiday season, choosing to list once we hit clearer skies, longer days, and stronger buyer activity. Sellers are preparing for the traditional early-year surge, and many are waiting for the right moment to re-enter the market.
How long will they wait?
Typically just a few more weeks. January and February bring a substantial inventory rebound.