7 Reasons to Move to Bend
Haley Overton March 24, 2025
Haley Overton March 24, 2025
Whether you are interested in water sports, climbing, mountain biking, or hiking, Bend has it all. Just want to explore? Check out the varied landscapes by hiking the Newberry Lava Caves, taking in the high desert mountains at Smith Rock State Park, or enjoying your favorite winter sport at Mount Bachelor.
300 days of sunshine is almost unheard of but not for Bend! Most of our wet days come in the form of snow in winter. And even when it does rain in Bend, it’s short lived and leads to some pretty beautiful rainbows around town.
According to recent U.S. Census Bureau statistics, the average Bend resident’s commute is still around 15 minutes.
People living in Bend understand the balance in working hard and playing hard. It is not uncommon for people to bring their dogs to work and have “powder days” when Mount Bachelor has new snow. There is a strong sense of community and residents of Bend are known to be extremely friendly and welcoming.
With one brewery for every 9,111 people, it is no surprise that Bend has been named “Beer Town USA”. If you live in Bend, you likely take your beer very seriously. You are sure to find a brewery that fits your needs.
Bend has more than 80 local parks throughout the city, which make up 2,600 acres of outdoor space. Each park is beautiful and meticulously well groomed.
From the great school system, multitudes of cultural events and resources, outdoor activities, and low crime rates, Bend is a wonderful place to start and raise a family!
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300 days of sunshine is almost unheard of but not for Bend! Most of our wet days come in the form of snow in winter.
Combined, that’s around 250 days of significant sunshine—not quite 300, but far more than most cities in the Pacific Northwest.
When you purchase a home, you might assume that you’ll move in as soon as the sale closes.
A magical place year-round, but there’s something particularly special about winter here.
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This why I love Bend, we are here for each other during the best times but also during the hardest times.
From the great school system, multitudes of cultural events and resources, outdoor activities, and low crime rates.
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