Why Live in Tumalo
Tumalo, an unincorporated community northwest of Bend, Oregon, is characterized by its expansive forestland and proximity to the Deschutes River. The neighborhood offers a mix of home styles, including manufactured homes, 1970s ranch houses, and large contemporary residences. Homes are situated on half-acre lots along gravel and narrow asphalt streets, with midcentury ranch-style homes in the south and modern Craftsman and contemporary houses near the eastern border. Tumalo State Park, located half a mile south, provides scenic hiking trails, fishing streams, and camping sites, while the Maston Trail System, 5 miles north, caters to mountain bikers. Local amenities include the Tumalo Farmstand for fresh produce, The Bite for food trucks and live music, and Beyond the Ranch Antiques for vintage finds. The area is served by the Redmond School District, with Tumalo Community School, Obsidian Middle, and Ridgeview High offering various educational opportunities. Residents have access to downtown Bend, 8 miles south, via U.S. Highway 20, and Redmond Municipal Airport is 13 miles north. While the area is mostly car-dependent, traffic is generally light. During heavy rainfall, flooding near the Deschutes River can occur, and residents are advised to keep emergency kits and sign up for alert systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tumalo a good place to live?
Tumalo is a good place to live. Tumalo is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Tumalo is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Tumalo has 1 park for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.5 people per acre and a median age of 50. The average household income is $129,691 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Tumalo are home owners, with 10.9% of residents renting and 89.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Tumalo can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Tumalo neighborhood guide.
Is Tumalo, OR a safe neighborhood?
Tumalo, OR is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Tumalo?
The median home price in Tumalo is $481,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,500 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $107K a year to afford the median home price in Tumalo. The average household income in Tumalo is $130K.
What are the best public schools in Tumalo?
The best public schools that serve Tumalo are:
What are the best private schools in Tumalo?
The best private schools that serve Tumalo are:
- Cascades Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
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Home Trends in Tumalo, OR
On average, homes in Tumalo, Bend sell after 211 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Tumalo, Bend over the last 12 months is $449,900, up 165% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$449,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$449,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$176
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$481,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
165%