Central Oregon Real Estate Market Newsletter || October 2025
Happy October!
Living in Bend, OR during the fall feels like we are actually living inside of a rainbow. From the red of the maples to the pot of golden leaves, I honestly have to pinch myself sometimes about where we actually GET TO LIVE! If you live here already, congrats, you made a great decision. IF you are thinking of moving here, maybe I can tip the scales to get you here sooner than later! (photo credit to my amazing friend, Renee S.)
Here's some interesting housing market data:
* New Listings: The pace ticked down again. While normal for October, the overall downward trend makes me question if new listings will climb next spring as we previously expected. The gap between 2025 and 2024 is narrowing.
* Inventory: Active inventory has stayed roughly unchanged for 12 weeks now, peaking back on August 1st. This return to normal seasonality, driven by high withdrawals and lower new listings, means inventory is not climbing like it did in the fall of the last three years.
* Home Sales: Weekly pending sales in our count are staying about 5% ahead of last year's pace. This is a consistent, positive signal, but not overwhelming.
* Home Prices: The Bend median price of new contracts had another small uptick to $739,000, about 1% higher than last year. This resilience could in fact be a function of the withdrawn listings. The homes that would have needed the biggest cuts are no longer in the mix.
The takeaway for this month: A high withdrawal rate suggests a lot of frustrated sellers, but surprisingly, it also illustrates future buyers.
Boots on the Ground: I have helped 3 sets of buyers in the last 3 weeks compete in a multiple offer scenario. Yes, multiple offers! We even had to engage in an escalation clause which is a strategy to position yourself to win, but also not outbid yourself.... happy to share more on this strategy if you are interested!
Let’s stay connected. You know where to find me—basically everywhere real estate is happening and beyond!
Thanks for your Business, your Loyalty and your Referrals
Julie Reber's NEW WEBSITE!
I am super stoked to introduce my new website! I have been working on this launch for many months now as I wanted a one-stop spot for all your real estate needs. Forget Zillow. Forget MLS. THIS website combines the best of search engines and allows you to create your search portals, find my best referrals (my go-to subs (trades people), best massages, favorite brew pubs, hottest ticket in town, etc.) without leaving my website. Make sure to create your search portal to get updates on the latest homes that hit the market. And, I am OPEN to feedback; are there things on this website you'd like to see that would help you make a more informed decision? Let me know!
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Empty lot across for firetruck access, never will get built on
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What my clients have to say:
Julie is simply the best. She represented me when I bought my farm in Sisters and she helped me sell it when I moved this past summer. Julie knows the Bend area real estate market inside and out, and works harder than any realtor I’ve ever dealt with to make a sale. Busts her chops to please you as a client! Thanks, Julie!
Anne O.
Bend's Newest Project is OPEN
If you are a local, I'm sure you have seen the JackStraw construction for the last couple of years down and around the Box Factory on Industrial Ave. This is a net-zero project with LEED Platinum status, a mixed used property with over 200 rentable units from studios to 3 bedrooms with Mtn. Views. This project is located at the heart of Bend’s dining, breweries, and boutique shopping scene.
The Best Source for Deschutes Property Info
If you haven't heard me talk about this website, it's TIME to know about it! www.dial.deschutes.orgis such a useful source of info for reviewing property zoning, past sales, land info, structure info, tax info, neighbor info! A great resource for sure!
Why NOW is a good time to buy!
After the long-awaited and highly anticipated 0.25% reduction in the federal funds rate reduction by the Federal Reserve, many realtors are being asked if now is a good time to enter the market.
As noted in the opening greeting, homes for sale are down 10% this month over last. Sales have increased. Median days on market are up.
Fall Riding!
Now that we are moving towards winter (and I've heard it's going to be a wet and cold one), where do you find your best riding trails?
Last weekend we rode up at Masten for a Sunday evening ride. The full moon was rising, the trail was not too dusty and the temperature was perfect. This weekend we rode along the Upper Deschutes. SO PRETTY!
I guess it's probably time to hang up the bikes and get on the snow sport equipment, BUT if you had a favorite spot to ride, I'm all ears and ready for adventure!
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