Bend, Oregon Housing Market Trends
While it's convenient to find information about national trends, purchasing decisions are made on a local level. If you have a strong interest in the Central Oregon housing market trends, the following locally-focused information will hit the mark for you.
All the data gathered came directly from the local MLS.
Bend Housing Market Snapshot — October 2026 vs. September 2026
| Metric | October 2026 | September 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Listings | 198 | 246 | −19.5% |
| Pending Sales | 162 | 205 | −21.0% |
| Closed Sales | 193 | 238 | −18.9% |
| Active Inventory | 894 | 935 | −4.4% |
| Median Sold Price | $755,000 | $720,000 | +4.9% |
| Median Active Price | $759,950 | $779,900 | −2.6% |
| Absorption Rate | 4.1 months (Balanced) | 4.2 months | Essentially unchanged |
These numbers exclude vacant land, farm and multi-family properties.
October 2026 in Bend
October was a quiet month in Bend. 193 homes closed, the fewest of any October in the records, which start in 2012, and down from 224 last October. 162 homes went under contract, down from 205 in September, and 198 new listings came on the market, down from 246. Some slowdown is normal this time of year, but fewer closings than any October on record is more than the usual fall dip.
Prices held up. The median sold price rose to $755,000, from $720,000 in September and $750,000 a year ago. There were 894 homes for sale, fewer than last October's 999, which works out to about 4.1 months of supply. That keeps Bend a balanced market: neither buyers nor sellers have the clear upper hand.
Median home price in Bend, Oregon, October 2026
The median sold price in Bend, Oregon was $755,000 in October 2026, up 4.9% from September ($720,000). The median active listing price was $759,950, with 894 homes for sale and about 4.1 months of supply, which is a balanced market.
What's my Bend home worth?
A median is a starting point, not a valuation. Your home's value depends on its size, condition, lot, and neighborhood. For a view based on current Bend sales, download the free H.O.M.E. Report or contact me for a home value conversation.
Bend, Oregon housing market FAQ
What is the median home price in Bend, Oregon? The median sold price was $755,000 in October 2026.
Is Bend, OR a buyer's or seller's market? With about 4.1 months of supply in October 2026, Bend is a balanced market.
Where does this data come from? All figures come directly from the local MLS and are updated monthly. For the wider picture, see the Central Oregon housing market update and Redmond market trends.