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Explore downtown Bend condo living with easy access to some of the area's best restaurants, cafes, and local dining favorites!
Downtown Bend Condo Living: Where Great Homes Meet Great Food
Downtown Bend condo living is about more than square footage—it's about convenience, character, and enjoying the good stuff. From private garages to stylish interiors and some seriously good food right downstairs, these condo projects offer a downtown experience that's hard to replicate.
Perched above The Loft Wine Bar and Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails (and yes—Zydeco's food is amazing), the Bond Street Condos bring together energy, privacy, and comfort in one of downtown Bend's most recognizable buildings. These residences feature open floor plans, large patios, and secure garage parking.
There is currently one Bond Street condo available:
- List Price: $1,450,000
- Size: 2,805 square fee...
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Mortgage Rates Drop to Low 6%: What Bend Buyers Need to Know Right Now
The phone calls started coming in last week. Buyers who'd been sitting on the sidelines since rates climbed above 7% suddenly wanted to talk numbers again. The reason? Mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest point in over a year, hovering just above 6% for qualified borrowers.
For Bend's real estate market, this shift changes the equation in ways that go beyond simple monthly payment calculations. The question isn't whether lower rates matter—they do. The question is what smart buyers should do about it right now.
The Monthly Payment Reality
A half-point drop in interest rates might not sound dramatic until you run the numbers on Bend's median home price. On a $650,000 purchase with 20% down, the difference between a 6.5% rate and a...
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Rates, Inventory, and Lifestyle: Why 2026 May Be the Most Balanced Market Bend Has Seen in Years
For years, Bend's housing market has been defined by extremes: a relocation boom during the pandemic, a sharp reset as interest rates climbed, and then a long stretch where low inventory kept competition fierce. As we move through 2026, the ground finally feels more balanced — especially for relocation buyers looking for a lifestyle upgrade without the bidding-war chaos of years past.
Below is a look at what's driving the shift: interest rates, supply, buyer behavior, and the enduring lifestyle appeal that keeps Bend on the relocation shortlist for Seattle, Bay Area, and Portland households.
Mortgage Rates Are Quietly Opening the Door Again
After peaking in the 7%+ range, mortgage rates have been sliding steadily into the
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Bend Premier Real Estate | January 2026 Newsletter
What's In the January 2026 Bend Premier Newsletter?
- Bend Single-Family Market : 2025 Year-End Snapshot
- Hearty Beef & Barley Soup
- Winter Selling Myths That Shouldn't Keep You From Listing
- Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Agent
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Bend Premier Real Estate Welcomes Jed Peters
Jed Peters Has Joined Bend Premier Real Estate
Jed Peters is a real estate broker with more than a decade of experience helping clients buy, sell, and invest in exceptional properties. After a highly successful career in Austin—working across luxury residential homes, land and ranch sales, and investment-driven transactions—Jed relocated to Bend to build a life in the mountains and serve a community that immediately felt like home.
Jed's approach is grounded in the belief that real estate is equal parts strategy and relationship. He is known for his calm presence, thoughtful communication, and ability to make even the most complex transactions feel clear and manageable. Clients appreciate his blend of market knowledge, negotiation skill, and genuine care for the people he represents.
His background includes:
• Luxury home sales across competit...
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