High Desert Home Bend w/ Stellar Realty NW

03/04/2026

Key takeawaysMortgage applications rose 11% last week as rates dipped below 6% for the first time since 2022.Refinance activity led the surge with a

02/17/2026

Rates on 30-year fixed mortgages have fallen to three-year lows, but buyers continue to seek alternative lending strategies to reduce their monthly costs.

01/14/2026

This week starts with news of the Justice Department's criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Inflation data comes out on Tuesday.

12/19/2025

November saw a small bump in existing-home sales, but inventory is stalling. Read more from NAR’s latest housing report.

12/11/2025

Sellers are taking their homes off the market at the highest delisting rate since Realtor.com began tracking the seasonal trend in 2022.

11/15/2025

A proposed 50-year mortgage could lower monthly payments, but buyers would pay far more interest over time and build equity far more slowly.

10/30/2025

Mortgage rate averages hit another yearlong low — but the future of that trend is at stake after Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting.In the week ended

10/16/2025

Even though mortgage rates are sitting near their lowest level in a year, house hunters are spooked by stubbornly high home prices and jitters about a possible recession and the government shutdown.

10/01/2025

Instant Equity! One home recently appraised at $390K. Three brand-new 3-bed/2-bath single-level homes in Bend offer the perfect blend of comfort and income potential. Priced to sell at $1,055,000 for all three—or available individually at 19978, 19982, and 19986 Cinder Lane—each 1,102-sq-ft home features low-maintenance xeriscaped yards, Trex decking, and stylish interiors with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and energy-efficient systems. Located near the Deschutes River and Old Mill District, these properties project $2,200 per month in rent per unit ($6,600 total), delivering an estimated NOI of $63,676.69 and a 5.6% cap rate. Move-in ready and hassle-free, they’re an ideal choice for retirement, downsizing, or investment in Bend’s competitive market.

Price: $1,055,000 for all three homes (individual purchase also available)
Addresses: 19978, 19982, and 19986 Cinder Lane, Bend, Oregon 97702

Instant Equity! Recently appraised at $390K. Welcome to y...

09/18/2025

A new study pinpoints why this fall may offer a hidden sweet spot for your home buyers.

08/02/2025

📅 Open House on Sunday August 3rd 10:00a - 12:00p
📍 2975 NE Oakley Court, Bend 97701
🛏️ 3 Bed + ADU 1 Bed | 🛁2 Bath + ADU 1.5 Bath | 📐1,304 sqft + ADU 736 sqft
💲 $875,000

Property details at:
https://hdhb.oregonpropertyfinders.com/property/61-220203670-2975-ne-oakley-court-bend-OR-97701

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this rare property offers a beautifully updated single-level home plus a stylish, well-appointed ADU—perfect for rental income, multi-gen living, or a combination of both. The main residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, large windows, gas fireplace, and a newly remodeled (2023) open concept kitchen with quartz counters, center island, and new cabinetry. The attached 1bd/1.5ba ADU lives like its own home with a lofted bedroom, walk-in closet, powder room downstairs for guests, walk-in pantry, laundry room with utility sink, private deck, mini split A/C & heat, and a skylight bringing in beautiful natural light. Each home has private entries. The fully fenced backyard has been transformed into a lush garden retreat with space to relax, entertain, or cultivate. Whether you're looking for a flexible investment opportunity or a peaceful dual-living setup, this versatile and inviting property is ready to impress.

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this rare proper...

07/30/2025

As was widely expected, Fed policymakers on Wednesday left the central bank's overnight rate unchanged at a range of 4.25% to 4.5%.