July 2025 Central Oregon Real Estate Market Newsletter
Happy July!
And just like that, Summer is in full swing and The Living is Easy!
This photo above is NOT ALTERED, #nofilter, NOT kidding. Over the past few weeks, we have experienced some of the most amazing sunsets in Central Oregon that I have ever seen in my life. A friend recently shared this with me. Stunning.
Inventory in Bend is up 20% year-over-year—but despite the growing options, we’re not seeing a surge in sales. Why? Buyer hesitation, plain and simple. With interest rates still hovering on the higher end, many buyers are putting their spreadsheets to work, analyzing price per square foot like seasoned analysts and waiting for the unicorn deal. And hey, who doesn’t love a good deal? No judgment here.
That said, I’m encouraging clients to take a more holistic approach to buying—one that’s not just about right now, but about long-term goals, lifestyle alignment, and where you want to be five or ten years from now. True smart buying means seeing the full picture, not just the sticker price.
The truth is: there are real opportunities out there. The sellers listing today aren’t chasing sky-high valuations—they’re navigating real-life changes. Motivation is high, and flexibility often follows.
Each Wednesday, I head to our Sotheby’s meeting to gather real-time insights and local trends straight from the source—my trusted colleagues. This week’s meeting was held at a jaw-dropping property in Tetherow’s Tartam Druim. Fun fact: the final home in this decade-long development just hit the market at over $4M and received an offer before it even went live. Proof that the luxury market is still going strong.
Let’s stay connected. You know where to find me—basically everywhere real estate is happening.
Thanks for your Business, your Loyalty and your Referrals
Julie Reber's Listings
FOR SALE!!
Dreaming of some legit elbow room or looking to start that agribusiness? How about 162 Acres on the east side of Bend, just 10 minutes to downtown. You're in the Vibe and out of the crowds at the same time!
Meet Brad - a Beautifully Designed, Energy-Efficient Home in Prime Bend Location. Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac, this chic single-lvl stunner offers 3 spacious bdrms + an office, ideal for flexible modern living.
Offered @ $595K, with a $10K buyer incentive!
Handicap access: all doors are 36” wide & walk-in shower
Extra insulation: higher r-value than code required
Low maintenance yard
Walking distance to Bridge 99, Hideaway, Wild Roots coffee
Quiet dead-end street
Empty lot across for firetruck access, never will get built on
Separate primary bedroom suite (extra roomy)
Soft close cabinets in kitchen with pullouts
Natural gas bbq
Laundry room hookups allow dryer to be either electrical or natural gas
30 year composite roof
Spacious parking; three parking spaces in the alley and street parking in front of the house
Presenting a premier living opportunity in the prestigious Golden Triangle (Between Bend, Redmond and Sisters)!
Geographical variety!
Flat acres prime for a lavender field or pasture (irrigation is possible!) and the home is built on a plateau offering both eastern and western views. Lives like a single level home. The chipping green offers an ideal Spot for ADU. Asphalt driveway with gravel options.
The brand-new primary suite offers breathtaking 7-peak mountain views. The new, spacious living room, with its vaulted ceilings and elegant fireplace, is complemented by large windows that showcase spectacular views of the Eastern Mountains. Solar Panels too!
Offered @ $1,449,000
PRICE ADJUSTMENT!
51780 Morning Pine in LaPine, OR
This large .22 acre corner lot is fully fenced and backs up to open space. The 3-4 bedroom practically NEW home with office has been lightly lived in by it's out of state owners, and it is the one with the builder upgrades! These meticulous owners added A/C, custom blinds on all the windows, it has a 4 zone watering system in front and back with professional landscaping.
A Gorgeous Sisters Horse Property on 9.18 Acres with 9 acres of Three Sisters Irrigation rights. This home is ideally situated at the end of a private road for supreme privacy, peaceful living AND HUGE VIEWS! The main house is 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths with ~3000 Sq. Ft. and a large 3 car garage. The owner has taken outstanding care of this property with so many important upgrades! 90 X 160 Riding Arena, Paddocks with Pasture, new wheel line, solar and more!
Sold for $1,290,000
JUST SOLD!
975 NE Norton in Midtown
I had the absolute pleasure of helping these buyers find a Charming Private, custom-built gem tucked away in the heart of Midtown Bend. Walking distance to Hollinshead Park, The Yacht Club, Bruno's Pizza and Juniper Park.
This was a competitive offer situation - we structured our offer to WIN!
SOLD for $999,000 - the other offers were higher; we got saavy!
What my clients have to say:
Julie is an incredible realtor who went above and beyond to find us our dream home! She listened and cared about us as people, and was able to find us exactly what we were looking for. She is not only an amazing realtor, but also an amazing human who made looking for a home not only easy, but fun. She came highly recommended by a friend, and she did not disappoint! 10/10 realtor who I recommend to anyone looking for a home. We got super lucky to have found her, and I will be forever grateful to her. She made herself available at all times and worked with our crazy schedule.
~ Tara P.
Let's Learn!
Back Up Offers....
to write or not to write (the offer)....
Back Up Offers are used to hold your 'place in line' when the property you love chooses someone else... there are two schools of thought: Do it! Why wait for the first offer to fail, the property to go live on the market again and miss your second chance? Don't do it! Why motivate the first offer to perform by giving them reason to play ball? When someone knows they can't mess around during the life of their contract, they're more likely to perform.
Can feng shui help you get a better night's sleep?
Location is a critical element when deciding to make an offer for a new home. We focus on commute times, access to transport and healthcare facilities, the quality of schools and the distance to the local shopping centers.
July 2025 Bend Stats! Is Data your thing? (I will do last months stats from here forward, giving a better picture of where we are headed based on a review of the last 30 days of data).
Median sales and list price are down. These trends point to a cooling market—more choices, longer decision windows—but steady buyer engagement and increased opportunity. Let me know if you'd like a deeper dive!
Having a Little FUN!
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