Central Oregon
21 posts in Community Spotlights
Brasada Ranch: Full-Time Home or Rental? The Costs to KnowBrasada Ranch sits in the high desert near Powell Butte, about 20 minutes from Bend, with a golf course, an equestrian center, and homes from $700,000 to $3,000,000.
Sunriver Year-Round Living vs a Vacation HomeSunriver works as a full-time home and as a vacation rental. The choice comes down to off-season quiet, rental income and rules, and every home pays the same $172.94-a-month SROA fee.
Black Butte Ranch: Costs, HOA Fees, and Rental RulesBlack Butte Ranch has operated as a family resort community since 1970, with homes from $400,000 to $2,500,000, two golf courses, and generational ownership patterns rare in newer developments.
NW Crossing in Bend: What Walkable Living CostsHomes in NorthWest Crossing, the walkable planned neighborhood on Bend's west side, sold for a median of $1,149,500 over the last 12 months, on 54 single-family sales, as of Oct 8, 2026.
Broken Top in Bend: Is the Golf Membership Worth It?Broken Top pairs a Tom Fazio golf course with Cascade Mountain views and a Bend address. Here is what homes actually cost, what the HOA covers, and whether the membership is worth it.
Caldera Springs What Buyers Should KnowCaldera Springs is the newer, more modern counterpart to Sunriver. If you are weighing a resort property purchase in Central Oregon, here is what the community actually delivers and costs.
Tetherow Where Resort Living Meets Real EstateTetherow combines a David McLay Kidd golf course with modern architecture and a Bend address on the west side. Here is what that actually means for your wallet and lifestyle.
Neighborhoods in Bend for RetireesRetiring to Bend means finding the right balance of recreation, healthcare access, home maintenance, and community. Here is what each neighborhood offers, and what it costs.
Best Neighborhoods in Bend for FamiliesChoosing a Bend neighborhood as a family means balancing schools, parks, commute times, and budget. NW Crossing, Summit West, River West, SE Bend, and more, each with price ranges and trade-offs.Index