Better Facts. Smart Decisions.
Bend & Redmond Real Estate, Backed by Real Market Intelligence
Real estate guidance for people who want straight answers, a clear strategy and the freedom to make their own decisions. I track the Bend and Redmond markets price range by price range, so your next move is based on facts, not a hunch.
October in Bend: the fewest closings since 2012, and 44% of buyers paid cash.
189 homes closed in Bend in October, and 83 of them were cash purchases, up from 32% in September. Buyers with a loan pulled back, while cash buyers kept going. Here's what that could mean if you're buying or selling.
Bend closings in October, by year
Central Oregon data via FlexMLS, October 2026. Excludes vacant land, farm and multi-family. Updated monthly.
Hi, I’m Austin Buskohl, a real estate agent in Bend and Redmond.
If you’re asking if now is a good time to buy or sell and all you’re hearing is “yes,” you’re talking to the wrong agent.
The real answer depends on your goals, your situation, and how they line up with today’s market. My job is to help you work through that decision using local data, honest advice, and the context that numbers alone can’t provide.
And when you work with me, you work with me. I’m the one analyzing the market, talking through the tradeoffs, negotiating on your behalf, and helping you navigate the decisions along the way.
If you’re looking for clarity, not just a sales pitch, give me a call.
How I help Bend and Redmond buyers and sellers: three ideas I use with every client
A Market of Margins
Labels like "buyer's market" don't tell you much on their own. Buyers here shop by monthly payment, and sellers have a lowest number they can walk away with. Those margins decide what makes sense for you.
The 3% Rule
On average, a home sells within about 3% of its asking price, credits included. That changes how you write an offer and how you set a list price.
Attention, Interest, Offers
A home has to earn attention, then interest, then offers. When a listing stalls, measuring each step shows what to fix.
Where deals happen
A sale works when the most a buyer can pay at their monthly payment sits at or above the lowest number the seller can accept.
When there is margin
When there is not
Illustration only. Real margins vary by price range and month.
Reviews from Central Oregon clients
★★★★★
His knowledge of the overall economic market paired with insights on the local real estate market make him an extremely knowledgeable and well versed real estate advisor/agent.
Bought and sold at the same time
★★★★★
After budgeting out what a purchase would look like next year, the perfect house for us became available... He was communicative, solution oriented, and took every question I had head-on.
Buyer who planned a year ahead
★★★★★
He listens very well and offers very good suggestions... I have bought and sold numerous houses and Austin has been the most professional agent by far.
Has bought and sold many homes
Not Sure What Your Next Move Should Be?
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
If you’re weighing whether to buy, sell, wait, or just want a clearer understanding of what the market means for your situation, I’m happy to talk it through with you. I won’t pitch you or push a deadline. We’ll just figure out what makes sense from here.
I’ll get back to you within one business day.