Otis Craig - Realtor

What's in The June 2026 Bend Premier Newsletter?

Buyer Activity Surges as Bend Prices continue Modest Growth
Grills Peach and Burrata Salad
How to Maintain Decks and patios for Long-Term Use
Take the Paula Lake Loop for Volcanoes and Hot Springs
Surprising Gape Between Seller Expectations and...

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May 2026 Bend Oregon real estate trends show rising home prices, strong buyer demand, increasing pending sales, seller concessions, and lower inventory. See the latest Bend housing market statistics and outlook.

Bend Oregon Real Estate Market May 2026 | Buyer Demand Drives Strong Spring Market

How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home
Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your budget,...

How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your...

Discover why some luxury homes in Bend attract buyers quickly while others remain on the market. Learn the factors influencing today's luxury buyer decisions.

Why Some Luxury Homes Sell Quickly While Others Sit on the Market

Discover the Paulina Lake Loop Trail in Central Oregon's Newberry National Volcanic Monument. Explore volcanic landscapes, natural hot springs, crystal-clear waters, and stunning lake views on this scenic 7-mile hike.

Paulina Lake Loop Hike: Hot Springs and Volcanic Beauty in Central Oregon

Stop by Sunday, June 7th from 11:00 to 2:00 PM to see 62111 Cody Road Bend, OR 97701 for an open house!

62111 Cody Road, Bend, OR 97701 | MLS ID 220215994 - Bend Premier Real Estate OFFICIAL LISTING website. 62111 Cody Road, Bend, OR 97701, 2634 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $1,349,000, MLS ID 220215994

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 62111 Cody Road, Bend.

62111 Cody Road, Bend, OR 97701 | MLS ID 220215994 - Bend Premier Real Estate OFFICIAL LISTING website. 62111 Cody Road, Bend, OR 97701, 2634 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $1,349,000, MLS ID 220215994

Luxury buyers often form strong impressions within minutes of arriving at a property. Learn what today's Bend luxury buyers notice first and why it matters.

What Luxury Buyers Notice Within the First Five Minutes of Touring a Home

Recently Sold! Take a look at what I recently sold at 55908 Black Duck Road, Bend.

55908 BLACK DUCK ROAD, BEND, OR 97707 | bendpremierrealestate.com | MLS ID 220218924 Photos, maps, description of Land For Sale at 55908 Black Duck Road, Bend, OR 97707, asking price of $198,000

How to Assess Natural Light When Touring Homes
Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how light moves...

How to Assess Natural Light When Touring Homes Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how...