Report: Bend home prices reach new high in May
Other readings of the market are not as rosy
After a volatile winter, the Bend housing market seems on track for another summer with plenty of sales and record-high … Read more
Auction of Sisters golf course property postponed
An auction of property around Aspen Lakes Golf Course in Sisters that was scheduled for … Read more
Risky borrowing is making a comeback
But this time, banks are on the sideline
A decade after reckless home lending nearly destroyed the financial system, the business of making … Read more
Work to begin on southeast Bend neighborhood near golden eagle nest
Hayden Homes obtained permit from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
High-volume builder Hayden Homes will take over construction of a southeast Bend subdivision near a … Read more
Home flips dropping nationwide
Home flips across the country were down in the first quarter from a year ago, … Read more
Deschutes Brewery plans to sell vacant lot
Deschutes Brewery plans to sell a vacant lot near the Deschutes River. A brewery subsidiary, … Read more
Bend poised to annex land west of NorthWest Crossing
Brooks Resources to start on housing development in July
The first land annexation for new residences since the city of Bend expanded its urban … Read more
Box Factory is fully leased with 34 tenants
Historic building brings together eclectic mix of businesses
In the Box Factory, customers will find a cobbler’s bench at Gear Fix, a coffee … Read more
What’s going up in Bend’s NorthWest Crossing neighborhood?
Five Talent software is first signed tenant in new office park
Owner: District 2 East LLC, a partnership of Brooks Resources and Taylor Developments General Contractor: … Read more
Bend River Promenade listed for $47.9 million
Macy’s, T.J. Maxx anchor shopping center
One of Bend’s longstanding shopping centers, anchored by Macy’s and T.J. Maxx, is for sale … Read more
Hardy’s, Truck Toyz plan to leave Third Street in Bend
Les Schwab Tire Centers’ plan creates uncertainty for small businesses
At least two small businesses plan to leave the block of NE Third Street that … Read more
What’s going up in northeast Bend?
New industrial park is on 7 acres
Architect: Steele Associates Architects General Contractor: Dominion Construction, West Linn Owner: High Desert Industrial Park … Read more
Bend area median home price hits $463,000 in April
Median home price hits $463K Bend area home prices rose again in April to a … Read more
Budget ADU company does business in Bend
Dweller CEO wants to make backyard cottages affordable
Driving around central Bend, Dweller CEO Patrick Quinton sees a lot of construction activity in … Read more
Portland home prices begin to fall
Dip in prices not even across the market
It’s no longer just a slowdown: Portland-area home prices have begun to slide after a … Read more
In-N-Out Burger wants more Oregon locations
Burgerville, Powell’s are not expanding
California transplants to Central Oregon have probably been pining for a local In-N-Out Burger since … Read more
Bill in Salem could spur condo development
Legislation would limit builders’ exposure to construction defects
In Portland’s recent construction boom, condos have been a no-show. Even as for-rent apartments have … Read more
Les Schwab wants to move Franklin Avenue store in Bend
New Third Street store would displace small businesses
Les Schwab Tire Centers wants to move its longstanding store on Franklin Avenue near downtown … Read more
First-quarter home prices fall in Jefferson County, Sunriver
Sales decline across most of Central Oregon
Central Oregon homes sold at a much slower pace than usual during the first quarter, … Read more
Nationwide home builder returns to Bend
D.R. Horton is building in Central Oregon for the first time since 2011
One of the nation’s largest homebuilders, D.R. Horton, is doing business in Central Oregon for … Read more
Northeast Bend neighbors sue over vacation rental
City licenses short-term rentals but doesn’t check neighborhood restrictions
A northeast Bend homeowner is suing her neighbor because the neighbor is operating a permitted … Read more
Ax throwing bar on tap for downtown Bend
In other news, Wabi Sabi Japanese store, Crow’s Feet Commons ready to move out
A bar that features ax throwing is on its way to downtown Bend, while two … Read more
What’s going up in Redmond?
Heavy-duty truck dealership is under construction near Home Depot
Owner: D Thompson Properties General Contractor: TEC Equipment Architect: TEC Equipment Engineer: Hickman, Williams & … Read more
Next Level Burger to close Century Drive eatery
Founded in Bend five years ago, Next Level Burger will close its doors on SW … Read more
What’s going up in Bend?
Dental offices under construction at Bond Street and Wilson Avenue
Dental office building: 400 SW Bond St., Bend Owner: IOU Investments General Contractor: SunWest Builders, … Read more
Bend home prices rebound in March
Bend area home sales rebounded in March, according to the latest report from Beacon Appraisal … Read more
Pahlisch Homes plans new subdivision in southeast Bend
Majority of lots at 15th Street and Reed Market Road would be town houses
Pahlisch Homes hopes to start construction this summer on a new subdivision at the busy … Read more
Grocery Outlet owners sue Redmond for parking rights
City wants affordable apartments on disputed property
The owners of Grocery Outlet in Redmond are suing the city over parking rights for … Read more
Pronghorn Resort east of Bend opens new hotel
104-room Huntington Lodge overlooks golf course
A 4-mile drive through a juniper forest leads to the newest hotel property in the … Read more
What national chains would you like to see in Bend?
As Bend grows, the city gains more highly anticipated brands
It’s been 11 years since Trader Joe’s opened its grocery store in the Cascade Village … Read more
What’s going up in Bend?
Pilot Butte fire station
What: Pilot Butte fire station Where: 425 NE 15th St., Bend Owner: Deschutes County Rural … Read more
Homebuyers catch a break as mortgage rates decline
U.S. mortgage rates fell by the most in more than a decade, giving homebuyers a … Read more
U.S. housing starts decline in February by 8.7 percent
U.S. new-home groundbreakings fell in February by the most in eight months on a drop … Read more
New investors back historic Redmond Hotel renovation
Developer tapped into federal opportunity zone designation
At one point last year, Ken Cruse, developer of the historic Redmond Hotel, considered scrapping … Read more
Mortgage rates are continuing free fall with no end in sight
Global and domestic economic concerns continue to drive down mortgage rates. According to the latest … Read more
Bend shopping center awaits Chick-fil-A groundbreaking
Chipotle plans drive-through for Robal Road Village
Robal Road Village in Bend could see one of its most-anticipated tenants, Chick-fil-A, start construction … Read more
