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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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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Bend
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Old Bend Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Bend, Bend sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Bend, Bend over the last 12 months is $900,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Stunning Craftsman style home in the heart of downtown Bend, blending timeless architecture with elevated modern living. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers premium finishes, engineered hardwood flooring, custom fir trim & doors, and warm living space centered around a wood-burning fireplace. The gourmet kitchen features mahogany cabinetry, JennAir range with downdraft, wall oven & instant
Rare downtown location a block from Jackson's corner and walkable to the best of Bend, including the Deschutes River Trail, Drake Park, Market of Choice, the Box Factory, and the Old Mill. The upper level, flooded with natural light, centers on an open kitchen and living area with European white oak hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, Dacor appliances, a 36'' 5-burner gas cooktop, and a
A rare, modern Bend property offering exceptional curb appeal, flexible living options, and a prime walkable location across from Market of Choice and near the Jackstraw development. This fully remodeled and expanded home blends 1920 character with a substantial 2023 addition, totaling 2,327 SF. The first floor offers three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, white oak and Ipe floors, two living areas
Just a short stroll from Downtown Bend, Drake Park, Mirror Pond, Old Mill & Deschutes River, this location is truly unbeatable. Experience the best of Bend right outside your front door - award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, live music & miles of scenic riverfront trails. This rare opportunity features a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home set on a spacious lot in one of Bend's most
Prime RM zoned lot on Lava and Colorado in Bends Historical District offering .10 acres of buildablepotential in a highly desirable location. Walk to all that Bends Downtown and Central areas has to offer. The property includes an older garage structure that will need to be removed, giving buyers ablank canvas for multi unit development, investment building, or a custom home project.
Located on State Street in one of Bend's most sought-after neighborhoods, this custom home was built in 2008 by Steve Moyer within the City of Bend Historic District; offering true historic character built to modern standards, in a pocket of Bend where homes like this rarely come to market. Warm wood finishes carry throughout, including fir trim and oak floors, with natural light filling every
Welcome to the Franklin Foundry! Just blocks from Downtown Bend, this character-rich, two-unit property is a true blank canvas, zoned Commercial General and ready to be shaped into its next chapter. Formerly a guitar builder's workshop, the building is full of warmth and originality, featuring custom wood windows and fir and bamboo flooring throughout. Recent updates include exterior paint in
Bend 4 plex with spectacular Deschutes River views. Located between downtown and Old Mill perched on a bluff overlooking Whitewater Park and McKay park.Two 3 bedroom 1.5 bath units and two 2 bedroom 1.5 bath units. 3 units recently fully renovated. Great condition overall. Tile roofs. Newer mini-split systems for heating and cooling in each unit. Decks and storage in each unit. In unit washer
A truly rare offering in one of downtown Bend's most coveted locations. Ideally positioned directly across the street from the Deschutes River, this exceptional property places you at the center of Bend's most vibrant lifestyle. Just moments from the Old Mill District and the heart of downtown, you'll enjoy effortless access to river trails, boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, and
Step into the charm of this 1920s mill home in Bend's Historic District. Full of original character and rich with opportunity, this fixer-upper is ready to be reimagined with your personal touch and vision. Inside, you'll find original Douglas fir hardwood floors throughout the main living, two bedrooms, and a recently updated full bathroom. The laundry/mudroom adds flexibility and could easily
These architectural gems showcase luxury at every turn. The heart of each home is an open-plan living space, where every detail from the dream kitchen equipped with a full-length island, quartz countertops, high-end appliances, walk in pantry that has been carefully selected to cater to the culinary enthusiast, to the beautifully engineered hardwood flooring and gorgeous picture windows. Two
These architectural gems showcase luxury at every turn. The heart of each home is an open-plan living space, where every detail from the dream kitchen -- equipped with a full-length island, pristine quartz countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances and spacious walk in pantry-- has been carefully selected to cater to the culinary enthusiast, to the beautifully engineered hardwood flooring
Property Id: 2721400 Location Location Location! Just a few blocks from Millers Landing Park and walking path to the Old Mill. Enjoy the shops and restaurants in the the Box Factory or The Old Mill District. 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Large primary with tons of closet space. Kitchen has SS appliances, quartz counter tops. Brand new carpet. Washer & Dryer in Unit.
UNFURNISHED. This isn't just a rental, it's a gateway to a vibrant, connected lifestyle in the heart of Old Town. Embrace this opportunity to make this unfurnished townhome your own, and elevate your living experience to new heights. Soak in sights of the Deschutes River, Whitewater Surf Park, Mt. Bachelor or enjoy the music of the Hayden Homes Amphitheatre right from your own private deck!
Luxury Westside Triplex Rentals – Downtown Bend Living at Its FinestDiscover modern, high-end living in the heart of Bend's desirable westside. This brand-new triplex offers three spacious, identical 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residences with a bonus den/office—perfect for professionals, families, or those seeking a lock-and-leave lifestyle just minutes from downtown.Prime
Lots of charm in this 1 bed/1 bath ground level unit in a historical building convenient to downtown Bend. Features include hardwood flooring, private and fully fenced area behind unit plus shared courtyard lawn area, on-site laundry.Water, sewer, garbage and landscape maintenance included. Tenant responsible for all other utilities. One-year initial lease term. This is a no pets
$3,895 per month
Heart of Bend Oasis: 3-Bedroom Home with Live-Edge Accents, New Carpet, and Fenced-In Parking
Located in the heart of NW Bend, this three-bedroom, two-bath home perfectly blends thoughtful, practical design with distinctive custom details.Step inside to find a welcoming interior refreshed with brand-new carpet and a cozy new gas fireplace, ideal for chilly high-desert evenings. The kitchen is a functional standout, beautifully equipped with a classic farmhouse sink, a clever Lazy
Positioned on a prime corner lot at NW St. Helens Pl. and NW Broadway, this contemporary 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat offers seamless indoor-outdoor living just blocks from the heart of downtown.Inside, clean lines and durable plank flooring set a modern tone on the main level. Gather around the cozy gas fireplace, or cook with ease in a bright kitchen highlighted by quartz countertops and
Welcome home to this chic 3 bedroom/2.5 Bath Craftsman home in the heart of Bend. Upon entering the house you will find the inviting living room complete with gas fireplace and roomy layout. The kitchen is truly a chef's dream! Granite tile and wood cabinets continue the craftsman theme of the home. Stainless steal appliances include refrigerator, gas stove, dishwasher, with above counter
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