Bend has it all.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, Bend has quickly become one of Oregon’s hot spots. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure, a serious craft beer scene, or locally-made products, Bend offers plenty to choose from.

Bend is also the perfect size - large enough to attract world-renowned musicians, chefs, and cultural activities, yet small enough that a 5-10 minute slowdown on HWY 97 constitutes “rush hour”. For many seeking refuge from larger, more hectic cities, Bend will feel like a true breath of fresh (mountain) air.

At just over 3600 feet in elevation, you might be breathing hard at first as you adjust to the altitude too! And that’s just what makes it so appealing - the crisp mountain air and scent of pine trees in the warm summer sun. And speaking of sunshine, Bend boasts over 158 full-sun days, with another 150 days that are partly sunny. For those coming from Seattle or Portland, those numbers ought to seem quite impressive and inviting!

So why invest in Bend, Oregon real estate?

As you can imagine, Bend attracts quite a variety of folks for spring, summer, and autumn getaways. There is plenty to do here, both in the city and in the surrounding Deschutes National Forest and recreation areas, just minutes outside of town. All those visitors are looking for cool places to stay and have an experience during their time here, and having an investment property that you can rent out nightly is quite lucrative.

And, now that more people are experiencing the freedom to work from anywhere, you can bet that there are a lot of eyes on Bend as a lifestyle destination. Home sales have soared through the pandemic, as have home values, and the trend continues as more and more people decide to call Bend, Oregon their home.

If you want to learn more about real estate investing in Bend, Oregon, give me a call and I’ll be happy to share my knowledge of the area, the rules on short-term rentals, and where to look for your perfect escape from the city.