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Scenic views around this historic central Bend neighborhood
Surrounded by the blue waters of the Deschutes River, historic Old Bend sits adjacent to downtown entertainment and Oregon forest land. “Everyone here is kind of outdoorsy,” says Sophie Gemelas, a former city resident who worked in Old Bend. “There’s plenty of sky, no huge buildings and lots of sidewalks. It just has a nice neighborhood feel.” Old Bend was a timber manufacturing hub in the late 1800s and the original city center featuring well-known landmarks like the Reid School, a tall, brick building which now houses the Deschutes Historical Museum. Many historic homes and massive century-old Ponderosa pines are also still standing here. The area’s high-ranked schools attract families, and people can see distant views of the Cascade Mountain range along Mirror Pond in the north. Locals enjoy dining out at popular restaurants and shopping in the Old Mill District, as well as gathering in beloved Drake Park for annual celebrations and parades.
Historic homes in a variety of styles
Old Bend's narrow, sidewalk-lined residential streets are laid out on a grid and dotted with aspen and pine trees. Early 20th-century Craftsman bungalows and cottages sit close together near the neighborhood center, shaded by pines and featuring vinyl siding and small, covered front porches; these homes range between $450,000 and $650,000.
Several other Craftsman homes and brick bungalows from the early 1920s are found in the Drake Park Historic District in the northwest corner, and Colonial Revival properties built between the 1920s and ‘40s are found further north along the banks of Mirror Pond. These properties roughly range from $900,000 to $3 million. Larger Craftsman bungalows built between the mid-20th and 21st centuries sit on manicured, grassy lots with covered, stone-paved back patios; these homes start around $850,000 and go up to $1.8 million.
Colonial Revival homes can be found among the architectural types in Old Bend.
Rows of homes including 20th century cottages and Craftsman-style homes are seen in Old Bend.
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Strolling on the riverfront at Drake Park
One of Old Bend’s major selling points is 13-acre Drake Park, perched beside Mirror Pond. The park's paved Deschutes River Trail runs through lush, open space and towering Ponderosa pines, connecting walkers and bikers to Downtown Bend and other surrounding neighborhoods. Public art displays and historical placards are scattered throughout the park, and fishing is allowed in Mirror Pond with a license. In the southern end of the neighborhood, the 5-acre Miller’s Landing Park features paved walking paths and scenic views of the Deschutes River; in the Miller’s Landing Community Garden here, residents grow fruit trees, veggies and flowers. For indoor fun, locals can visit the Deschutes Historical Museum to learn about local architecture and see a classroom display from 1914.
Families can enjoy walking the numerous trails at Drake Park in Old Bend.
Miller's Landing Park is located along the Deschutes River in Old Bend.
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Farm-to-table dining and upscale steak dinners in Old Bend
For groceries, Market of Choice sits on the neighborhood's southern border, while the Bend Farmers Market is held on Wednesdays near Drake Park. Jackson’s Corner is a popular farm-to-table spot that serves hand-rolled pasta and sourdough pizza, while Bos Taurus is a go-to for steak dinners. Local businesses are found along Northwest Wall Street, including cozy Dudley’s Bookshop Café with its shelves of used books, and Clementine Urban Mercantile for women’s clothing. The Old Mill District, located less than a mile south, includes dozens of local and chain stores, as well as Evoke Winery's tasting room and Regal Cinemas.
Jackson's Corner serves delicious scratch-made eats from local farms in Old Bend.
Bos Taurus is an upscale restaurant in Old Bend specializing in steak and A5 wagyu.
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Tower Theater screens films during the Bend Film Festival each October in Old Bend.
Indie film-watching at Tower Theatre
Every second week in October, the Bend Film Festival showcases a mix of more than 130 professional, independent and student films at a handful of venues, including the Tower Theatre near Old Bend’s northern border; residents and tourists attend these screenings, and participants’ work can qualify for the Academy Awards. The July 4th Pet Parade has been a city tradition since 1924, with residents and their dogs dressed in red, white and blue, marching around Drake Park.
Dozens of student clubs at Summit High
The area is served by Bend-La Pine School District, which scores an overall B-minus from Niche. Kids can start at William E. Miller Elementary and continue on to Pacific Crest Middle, both of which receive an A-minus from Niche and are rated some of the best schools in the county. The B-minus-rated Summit High offers a long list of student organizations, including Girls That Code and Spikeball Club.
Pacific Crest Middle School serves grades 6-8 in the Century West neighborhood of Bend, Oregon.
Summit High School serves grades 9-12 in the Summit West neighborhood of Bend.
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Near the heart of downtown Bend
U.S. Route 97 (known as the Bend Parkway) hugs the neighborhood's western border, and the Downtown Bend District lies near the northern border. Within the neighborhood, Cascades East Transit buses stop near Drake Park and Northwest Wall Street, which travels down the middle and the eastern border. Many people bike and walk to get around; in 2023, the city received nearly $25 million in state and federal funding to build the Hawthorne Overcrossing, a bicycle and pedestrian bridge crossing over U.S. Highway 97. St. Charles Hospital is a mile east, and the regional Redmond Municipal Airport is 17 miles south.
Some crime and flood risks in Old Bend
Old Bend has a CAP Crime Index score of 9 out of 10 for burglary, compared to the national average of 4. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office encourages community policing in all neighborhoods of Bend, and the Old Bend Neighborhood Association recommends neighbors download NextDoor to report any suspicious behavior. Homes near the southern border of Old Bend are at a higher risk of flooding; homeowners here can sign up for emergency alerts through the county to keep up with evacuation routes.
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Parks in this Area
Harmon Park
Drake Park
McKay Park
Miller's Landing Park
Columbia Park
Pageant Park
Transit
Airport
Roberts Field
27 min drive
Bus
Drake Park
Bus
Wall Street & Arizona Avenue (W)
Bus
Wall Street & Downtown Library (W)
Bus
Wall Street & Colorado Avenue (W)
Bus
Bond Street & Kansas Avenue (E)
Bus
Bond Street & Colorado Avenue (E)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Bend
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Bend, Bend sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Old Bend, Bend over the last 12 months is $1,278,211, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming and fully remodeled home in the heart of Bend's Historic District! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem offers 972 square feet of modern comfort while preserving its historic character. Situated on a desirable corner lot across from Amity Creek Magnet School, it's also within walking distance to shopping, dining, and the vibrant offerings of Old Town Bend. Highlights include all-new PEX plumbing,
Charming Downtown Gem with Unique Character & Prime Location! Beautifully crafted to blend vintage charm with modern comfort and so close to the Box Factory, Old Mill, and Downtown. This solid built home offers extra thick walls for exceptional insulation and sound dampening, allowing you to be right in the middle of the action, while also able to enjoy peace and quiet at home. Stunning hardwood
Step into the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern convenience with this 1918 Craftsman home, ideally located in the vibrant heart of downtown Bend. The main residence features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and a laundry/storage room, showcasing classic architectural details. A detached studio-style ADU adds versatility, complete with its own kitchen, bathroom, and generous storage closet - ideal for
Tara FarstvedtCoastal Sotheby's International Realty
This inviting 5-bedroom, 3-bath home on a double lot in the historic district blends timeless elegance with modern convenience. It features original built-ins, spacious walk-in closets, and classic details that highlight its unique design. Located across from Drake Park, enjoy views of the lovely greens of summer, vivid colors of autumn, and snowy winter landscapes. Downtown dining, shopping and
PRIME LOCATION for residential or multiunit development. Corner lot of Colorado and Lava. Alley access on rear of lot. Existing garage that will need to be removed, and historic overlay is present in the neighborhood. Buyer to complete due diligence on their specific use and project. 2 - 4 unit use or SFH. Geotechnical Survey and Land Survey also available as well as notes from PreApp meeting
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,977
Median Age
40
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,117
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,765
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.3%
Advanced Degrees
16.4%
% Population in Labor Force
74.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
80/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
90/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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