Fall can be an interesting time to buy a home in Bend.
The summer rush starts to slow down, some homes have been on the market longer than sellers expected, and buyers may begin seeing more price reductions. At the same time, fewer new listings can come on the market as we move closer to winter.
Does that make fall a good time to buy?
Maybe—but I think there's a better question to ask:
Do the current market conditions create an opportunity that makes sense for you?
After 20 years in Bend real estate, I've learned that trying to label a market as simply "good" or "bad" usually isn't very helpful. The better approach is to understand what's happening, look carefully at the individual property, and decide whether the numbers and timing fit your situation.
If you're thinking about buying a home in Bend, Oregon this fa...