Bend, OR relocation guide
Moving to Bend, OR
718,400Median home value
Deschutes CountyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Bend
Bend is a fast-growing High Desert city on the Deschutes River at the foot of the Cascades, known for its outdoor lifestyle, breweries, and mountain views. Once a timber town, it now draws remote workers and outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Housing ranges from historic bungalows near downtown to newer master-planned neighborhoods on the west and south sides.
Home prices in Bend
The median home value in Bend is 718,400.
Top places in Bend
- Downtown Bend — shops, restaurants, and breweries along Wall and Bond streets
- Deschutes River Trail — miles of riverside paths through the city
- Mount Bachelor — ski resort ~30 min west
- Smith Rock State Park — rock climbing and hiking ~30 min north
- Drake Park and Mirror Pond — central park on the Deschutes River
- Old Mill District — riverfront shopping and dining in former mill buildings
- Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint — cinder cone with panoramic city views
Commuting from Bend
- Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) ~20 min north
- US-97 and US-20 serve the city; no passenger rail
Bend FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bend, OR?
The median home value in Bend is 718,400. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Bend, OR?
Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) ~20 min north
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.