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La Pine

La Pine

Located in Deschutes County

$482,736 Average Value
$304 Average Price per Sq Ft
22 Homes For Sale

La Pine is a quiet mountain city on the Deschutes River

Set along the gentle waters of the Little Deschutes River Valley, La Pine is a quiet mountain city of around 2,500 people. Known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation, the area is surrounded by alpine lakes, untouched woodlands and the peaks of the Cascades. "What draws people to the area is usually a vacation at Sunriver or Crater Lake," says Jeannine Earls, La Pine's mayor. "Then they find out we're more affordable and less busy. They come to play and end up for the stay." Though retirees are the majority of the population, that's beginning to change. "Families are starting to boom around the area," Earls says. "Bend's getting expensive, so they move here to get more for their money."

Many residents discover Pa Pine on a vacation to the area.
Many residents discover Pa Pine on a vacation to the area.
La Pine State Park is full of ponderosa pine trees in Oregon.
La Pine State Park is full of ponderosa pine trees in Oregon.
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Northwest Regional architecture is surrounded by Ponderosa Pines

Most neighborhoods are neatly arranged with 21st-century homes on tenth-acre lots. Backyards are often dotted with young Ponderosa pines, and attached garages are common. Styles are frequently inspired by the rugged wood exteriors of Northwest Regional architecture. Traditional and ranch-style homes typically sell in the low to high $300,000 range, while larger Craftsman homes are priced between $410,000 and $540,000.

Larger Craftsman homes in La Pine are priced between $410,000 and $540,000.
Larger Craftsman homes in La Pine are priced between $410,000 and $540,000.
Traditional and ranch-style homes in La Pinetypically sell in the low to high $300,000 range.
Traditional and ranch-style homes in La Pinetypically sell in the low to high $300,000 range.
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La Pine State Park is home to the 500-foot-tall "Big Tree"

The Finley Sports Complex offers friendly competition to locals with baseball fields, pickleball courts and soccer fields. Tent and RV campers have dozens of options for overnight nature exploration, from the riverside sites at Rosland Campground to the falls at McKay Crossing.

Quail Run is a public golf course with 18 holes surrounded by views of the nearby mountain ranges. At over 2,300 acres, La Pine State Park is a popular spot for nature lovers to explore. In addition to year-round camping and miles of hiking and biking trails, it's also home to "Big Tree," a 500-year-old Ponderosa Pine that stands over 160 feet tall.

La Pine State park is home to a 500 year old ponderosa pine tree known as
La Pine State park is home to a 500 year old ponderosa pine tree known as "big tree".
McKay Falls is a popular hiking and cam ping location for residents of La Pine.
McKay Falls is a popular hiking and cam ping location for residents of La Pine.
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Chubby Duck is a popular food truck for fresh Italian

Most retail and shopping is along the city's southern end, surrounding the Dalles-California Highway. Groceries can be picked up at the Grocery Outlet or Ray's Food Place. The Wetlands Taphouse has a rustic vibe with scuffed floors and exposed wood interiors. In addition to their beer list, they offer specialty drinks like the Mallard Margarita and the Wild Coyote Old Fashioned. The Chubby Duck is a local food truck specializing in quality Italian cuisine. Customers choose their pasta, sauce, veggies and protein for a made-to-order meal with focaccia on the side. "Cinco de Mayo's a real staple here," says Earls. "I've met people who own Mexican restaurants who claim it's the best they've ever had."

The Chubby Duck is a local food truck specializing in quality Italian cuisine in La Pine.
The Chubby Duck is a local food truck specializing in quality Italian cuisine in La Pine.
The Wetlands Taphouse offers outdoor seating and food cart pod in La Pine.
The Wetlands Taphouse offers outdoor seating and food cart pod in La Pine.
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The La Pine Rhubarb Festival has live music and dessert competitions

Held every summer, the La Pine Rhubarb Festival attracts thousands from the surrounding area for a weekend of live music, dessert contests, local vendors and hundreds of freshly-baked pies. The Christmas Lights Parade rings in the holiday season with a caravan of cars and trucks decorated with decorations, dioramas and millions of string lights. La Pine Frontier Days celebrates Independence Day with fireworks, lawnmower races and the annual Men's Beautiful Legs Contest.

La Pine High School has an award-winning logging team

Students can begin at La Pine Elementary School before heading to La Pine Middle School, both of which have a C grade from Niche. Older students can enroll at La Pine High School, which has a C-minus. In 2025, the high school took a second-place finish in the Future Natural Resource Leaders' state logging competition. "If you look at our sporting history, we've had great athletics for a long time," says Earls. "Our baseball team, wrestling, track -- they all bring home lots of awards."

La Pine Senior High School is a public school located in La Pine, Oregon.
La Pine Senior High School is a public school located in La Pine, Oregon.
La Pine Middle School is located in the Three Rivers neighborhood.
La Pine Middle School is located in the Three Rivers neighborhood.
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Bend is a half-hour's drive away

The Dalles-California Highway splits the city down the middle and is a direct route to Bend, about a half-hour's drive away. The highway also has several bus stops used by Cascades East Transit.

Bend is a half hour north of La Pine via Hwy 97.
Bend is a half hour north of La Pine via Hwy 97.
The Dalles-California Highway splits the city of La Pine  down the middle and is a direct route to Bend.
The Dalles-California Highway splits the city of La Pine down the middle and is a direct route to Bend.
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The area has high risk for wildfires over the next 30 years

According to First Street, the area has a major risk of wildfires over the next 30 years. Air factors are also seen as an extreme risk, with La Pine demonstrating worse air quality than nearly half of all cities in Oregon.

As part of central Oregon, the risk of wildfires in La Pine will increase in the next 30 years.
As part of central Oregon, the risk of wildfires in La Pine will increase in the next 30 years.
La Pine has worse air quality than nearly half of all cities in Oregon.
La Pine has worse air quality than nearly half of all cities in Oregon.
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La Pine Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$480,000
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
124
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$304

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,068
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,521
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,100
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560

Open Houses

  • 52192 Elderberry Ln, La Pine, OR 97739

    $325,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,240 Sq Ft
    • 52192 Elderberry Ln
    • New 8 days ago

    Back on Market, No fault of property/seller...Priced to sell...great opportunity to personalize. This sweet rustic A-Frame cabin in the woods has exposed pine walls/ceilings, Great Room with deck access, 2 full bathrooms, 2 bdrms up and large primary with deck access on the main floor. Rustic interior with lots of opportunity to update and finish the way you want. Update for full time living or

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    Laurie Lohoefner
    Alpine Real Estate
    (833) 497-0103
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  • 53826 Otter Dr, La Pine, OR 97739

    $979,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,748 Sq Ft
    • 53826 Otter Dr
    • New 11 days ago

    Welcome to your luxury forest retreat on over 2 private acres with mountain views, backing to BLM land near the Little Deschutes River! This custom lodge-style home features vaulted ceilings, panoramic windows, knotty alder finishes, and floor-to-ceiling river rock fireplaces. A gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances opens to a window-lined dining area. The main-level

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    Chance Jackson
    Realty One Group Discovery
    (877) 691-6322
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  • 16685 William Foss Rd, La Pine, OR 97739

    $339,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,080 Sq Ft
    • 16685 William Foss Rd
    • New 20 days ago

    Cozy & very well maintained home with RV parking. Discover this charming, well cared for home nestled on nearly a 1/4 acre lot, offering space, comfort, and convenience. Perfectly sized for easy living, the home features a thoughtful layout, low maintenance finishes, and a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy the generous outdoor space, ideal for gardening, relaxing or entertaining. The property also

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    Traci Utterback
    Coldwell Banker Sun Country
    (877) 674-7493
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Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
3,119
Median Age
48
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$45,345
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,789

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
81.8%
College Graduates
13.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
% Population in Labor Force
48.8%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
26''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

0 / 100
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