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Central Bend area packed with things to do
Just south of Old Bend and centered on the Deschutes River, Southern Crossing is home to the city's beloved Old Mill District, a popular destination for local shopping and dining. “This neighborhood's for people who want to be close to the river, and they’ve gotta want to be close to downtown,” says Rocki Beebe, broker for RE/MAX Key Properties. Homes here are modern and well kept, and the local scenery includes distant views of the snowcapped Cascade Mountains, and dozens of bikers and joggers making their daily treks along the waterside Deschutes River Trail. Beebe says residents enjoy the neighborhood's proximity to Hayden Amphitheater, which is popular for its summertime concerts. “A lot of people float the river, which goes right by Hayden. People will tie rafts together here and listen to the music while they float,” she says.
Modern Craftsman and well-kept roads in Southern Crossing
Along the neighborhood’s well-paved, sidewalk-lined residential streets, cul-de-sacs are dotted with ponderosa pine trees, and flower-filled roundabouts help ease traffic. Most homes in Southern Crossing are large, two-story single-family residences, and many are used as second homes. To the east, early 21st-century Craftsman-style homes feature front-yard rock gardens and small, fenced-in backyards; prices range from $530,000 to $700,000. To the west, closer to the Deschutes River, larger homes built between the mid-2010s to 2020s have flat roofs, wood-and-brick exteriors, long driveways and wide front porches; second-floor wood balconies overlook the river and distant mountains. Some of these homes set closer to the river are within walking distance of wooded parks like Blakely and Woodriver, and all range from $800,000 to $1.2 million.
Modern Craftsman homes are seen in the Southern Crossing neighborhood.
Southern Crossing has a variety of architectural styles found throughout.
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Shopping local at the high-visited Old Mill District
The popular Old Mill District, set in the northern end of Southern Crossing, is the area's shopping mecca. Locals can browse 40 different locally owned boutiques and businesses here, including Vanilla Urban Threads, which sells men’s and women’s fashion, and Saxon’s Fine Jeweler’s, which offers elegant diamond pieces. Dining options here include Greg’s Grill, known for its salmon dinners and floor-to-ceiling windows, and Rapa Nui Tiki Lounge, which pairs Korean barbecue plates with tropical drinks. Further north, Box Factory Shopping Mall offers several locally owned shops and pubs; shoppers can shop for bike accessories at The Gear Fix and sip locally made craft beer at Wildwood. For groceries, Market of Choice sits on the northern border, and Bend Farmers Market is found a mile further north.
The Old Mill District is a favorite place for residents of Southern Crossing to shop and dine.
Hello Sunshine is a unique local store in the Old Mill District of Southern Crossing.
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Taco celebrations and Christmas cheer on the Deschutes River
Southern Crossing residents have access to tons of events in the area. For instance, each December, the annual Holiday Lights Paddle Parade features Santa-hat-clad locals in colorfully lit-up kayaks, paddling their merry way along the Deschutes River. In May 2024, the Old Mill District hosted its first Central Oregon Taco Fest, spearheaded by locally owned restaurant Hola! Mexican; hundreds of locals gathered on the grassy lawn near the Old Mill Bridge to enjoy taco trucks, live Latin music and chihuahua races. This event is set to return in May of 2025.
Sporty clubs at Bend High
The neighborhood is zoned for the Bend-La Pine School District, which includes Pine Ridge Elementary, rated an A-minus by Niche, and the B-plus-rated Cascade Middle. Bend Senior High is rated a C-plus and is known for its many student organizations, like clubs for rock climbing and Nordic skiing. In 2023, the Bend-La Pine School Board announced a five-year plan to renovate the high school's original 1950s classrooms in order to improve their safety and construction.
Bend Senior High School is a public school located in the Larkspur neighborhood.
Cascade Middle School serves grades 6-8 in Bend, Oregon.
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Kayaking and hiking spots in Southern Crossing
At Bend Whitewater Park near the neighborhood's northern border, locals can boogie board and surf for free through the river's Whitewater Channel rapids. Near the neighborhood's center, the 22-acre, riverside Farewell Bend Park features a lumber mill-themed playground and the paved, 3-mile-long Deschutes River Trail, which travels north to the Old Mill District and south to South Canyon Bridge. Further south, the 3-acre Blakely Park has plenty of tree-shaded lawn to relax on and a large playground with rope obstacle courses.
Paddle boarders and rafters enjoy a cooling float down the Deschutes River in Southern Crossing.
The Deschutes River in Southern Crossing draws visitors from all over the world.
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Easy access to downtown Bend
The neighborhood is bordered east by U.S. Route 97—also known as the Bend Parkway—a major thoroughfare that travels much of the city. Downtown Bend is a 2-mile drive north via Southwest Bond Street. Beebe says traffic can get congested here, especially during concerts at Hayden Amphitheater in the Old Mill District. Southern Crossing is a car-dependent community, but Cascades East Transit buses make stops throughout the neighborhood and many residents bike and walk near the Deschutes River. St. Charles Bend Hospital is a 5-mile drive northeast, and Redmond Municipal Airport is 19 miles north via U.S. 97.
Staying informed through Deschutes County Alert System
Southern Crossing has a CAP Index Crime Score of 8 out of 10, largely due to incidents of burglary and larceny. Residents living near the Deschutes River may experience extreme flooding during heavy rainfall, and Deschutes County offers emergency and evacuation checklists on its city website. To stay informed during neighborhood emergencies, residents can sign up to receive notifications through the Deschutes County Alert System.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Southern Crossing Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southern Crossing, Bend sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southern Crossing, Bend over the last 12 months is $790,500, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Modern design, premium upgrades, and a prime location near The Old Mill. This 3-bed, 3-bath townhome is beautifully finished and move-in ready. The owners invested an additional $15K in upgraded cabinetry enhancing the kitchen, living room, and every bathroom beyond the builder's standard package. High-end Italian Bertazzoni appliances, solid black quartz countertops, upgraded lighting, custom
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Connie UphamHarcourts The Garner Group Real Estate
This superbly updated, 3 level, 1,822 sf townhome with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths in Bend's iconic Mill Quarter is now available. Upon entering from the welcoming front-porch you will find a light and bright great room with vaulted ceilings, large bedrooms, brightly tiled bathrooms, and a dialed in kitchen that includes walnut cabinetry, solid surface appliances, Viking appliances and dumbwaiter.
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Desirable Old Mill/Deschutes River Trail location! This four-plex offers strong rental appeal on a quiet street close to shopping, dining, and recreation. Three townhome-style units feature 2BR/1.5BA with bedrooms and full bath upstairs; the main level includes a half bath, laundry hookups, and a cozy gas fireplace. The fourth unit provides a 3BR layout for added rental flexibility. Each unit has
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