Southwest Bend Homes for Rent

Southwest Bend is a neighborhood characterized by its natural beauty and convenient amenities. Towering ponderosa pine and fir trees line the streets, with paved pathways leading to the scenic Deschutes River Trail. Residents can enjoy the river's blue waters and rock formations just five blocks from home. The neighborhood features a mix of modern Craftsman homes with small, rock-landscaped backyards and late 20th-century ranch-style houses with larger lots. Some newer properties along the Deschutes River include fenced-in, grassy yards and stone patios. The Bend-La Pine School District serves the area, with Pine Ridge Elementary School and Cascade Middle School both receiving high ratings. Local parks such as River Canyon Park and Hollygrape Park offer walking paths, playgrounds, and bird-watching opportunities. The Deschutes River provides 11 miles of trails for biking and horseback riding, connecting to the 22-acre Farewell Bend Park. For shopping, residents frequent C.E. Lovejoy’s Brookswood Market, Walmart Supercenter, and the Bend Factory Outlet Stores. The historic Old Mill District offers over 40 boutiques and dining options like Greg’s Grill and Anthony’s at the Old Mill District. Annual events include the Pole Pedal Paddle race and concerts at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Despite the risk of wildfires, controlled burns help mitigate the threat, though they may cause temporary smoke. Southwest Bend is safer than the national average, making it a desirable place to live. Downtown Bend is a 4-mile drive, and St. Charles Bend Hospital is 7 miles away, with Redmond Municipal Airport 15 miles north.