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Welcome to Bend

Bend’s west side defines the city’s luxury frontier, home to a collection of neighborhoods that sit at the crossroads of natural beauty, architectural ambition, and year-round outdoor living. Awbrey Butte offers custom homes perched above the city with sweeping Cascade views. Summit West brings trailhead convenience and a close knit, westside rhythm. Tetherow pairs modern resort amenities with a championship golf course tucked among high desert pines.

Nearby enclaves such as Tree Farm and The Rim elevate the landscape even further. Tree Farm is prized for its forested setting, architectural cohesion, and direct trail access. The Rim offers bluffside living with dramatic topography and luxury homes that feel immersed in nature.

What unifies these neighborhoods is access. Mt. Bachelor lies roughly twenty two miles to the west. Phil’s Trail begins at the edge of town. The Deschutes River winds through Downtown and the Old Mill District, offering miles of walkable and bikeable paths framed by shops, restaurants, and breweries. Together, these communities provide a lifestyle that blends refined living with Bend’s iconic mountain culture.

What to Love

  • Custom estates on Awbrey Butte with panoramic Cascade vistas
  • Resort living and a championship course at Tetherow
  • Doorstep access to Phil’s Trail and endless singletrack
  • Architectural consistency and forested serenity in Tree Farm
  • Dramatic topography and nature forward homes in The Rim
  • Quick reach to Mt. Bachelor for world class ski and ride terrain
  • Deschutes River trails connecting Downtown and the Old Mill District
  • A lifestyle shaped by trails, open skies, and a year round outdoor rhythm

Bend’s Most Sought After Westside Neighborhoods

Awbrey Butte

One of Bend’s most prestigious addresses, known for custom homes, large view lots, and elevated panoramas that stretch from Mt. Hood to the Sisters. Sunset here is an evening ritual.

Summit West

Beloved for its trailhead proximity and its easy connection to the Galveston corridor. Locals value the walkability, bike friendly streets, and quiet pockets tucked near Shevlin Park and Discovery Park.

Tetherow

A modern luxury resort community anchored by a David McLay Kidd designed golf course. Residents enjoy club amenities, onsite dining, mountain views, and contemporary architecture.

Tree Farm

A forested enclave built around thoughtful design guidelines, privacy, and direct access to Shevlin Park and its extensive trail system. Residents describe it as peaceful, protected, and quintessentially Bend.

The Rim

Known for dramatic rimrock, panoramic natural views, and luxury homes that integrate seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Ideal for buyers seeking high design paired with privacy and scenery.

Insider Lifestyle Moments

  • Sunrise rides at Phil’s Trail before the parking lot fills
  • Golden hour from Awbrey Butte when the entire Cascade Range lights up
  • Evenings at Tetherow’s fire pits after a powder day on Mt. Bachelor
  • Weekend loops through Shevlin Park with pine scented air and quiet trails
  • Summer concerts at Hayden Homes Amphitheater where locals know the best lawn spots
  • Wandering the river trail from Downtown to the Old Mill with a coffee from Thump
  • That perfect Bend moment when ten minutes takes you from a ridgeline porch to a trailhead to a dinner reservation

Local Lifestyle

Life in Bend moves with an outdoor forward cadence that feels both invigorating and grounded. Morning routines often begin with a trail run, a bike ride, or a quick visit to a westside cafe. Midday flows into school runs, work, golf, or a loop through Shevlin Park. Evenings invite riverside walks, brewery patios, or neighborhood gatherings in front of outdoor fireplaces.

Winter pivots to alpine season, with many locals timing errands around the Bachelor snow report. Through every season, the westside maintains a relaxed and friendly character, fueled by a shared appreciation for the landscapes that surround it.

Dining and Shopping

Westside dining reflects Bend’s mix of creativity, craftsmanship, and relaxed sophistication.

Top spots include:

  • RBC (Rancher Butcher Chef) for elevated steakhouse dining, Oregon ranch beef, and polished evenings out
  • BOSA Food and Drink for modern Italian dishes, handmade pasta, and one of the best wine programs in the region
  • Ariana Restaurant for destination worthy tasting menus in an intimate Craftsman bungalow
  • 10 Barrel Brewing West Side Pub for post trail beers, a lively patio, and classic Bend energy
  • Brother Jon’s Alehouse, El Sancho, and Spork for everyday neighborhood favorites
  • The Grove Market Hall in NorthWest Crossing for specialty counters, artisan provisions, and casual meetups

Tetherow residents enjoy onsite dining at:

  • Solomon’s for refined, Northwest inspired dinners
  • The Row for casual, family friendly meals

Between Downtown and the Old Mill District, residents enjoy boutique shopping, outdoor outfitters, galleries, and riverfront restaurants that make errands and evenings out simple.

Things to Do and Entertainment

Bend’s outdoor offerings are unmatched, and the west side sits at the center of it all.

Highlights include:

  • Skiing and riding at Mt. Bachelor
  • Mountain biking on miles of Phil’s Trail singletrack
  • Shevlin Park for hiking, running, and quiet forest loops
  • The Deschutes River Trail for walking, cycling, and year round access
  • Paddleboarding and kayaking on calm river stretches in summer
  • Concerts at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Oregon’s largest outdoor music venue
  • Art festivals, markets, and a thriving craft beverage scene

Here, adventure and culture share the same calendar.

Schools

Served by Bend La Pine Schools, these neighborhoods are linked to some of the district’s highest performing campuses.

Most westside families fall within:

  • Summit High School
  • Pacific Crest Middle School
  • High Lakes Elementary
  • William E. Miller Elementary

Nearby higher education anchors include:

  • Central Oregon Community College on Awbrey Butte
  • OSU Cascades on SW Chandler Avenue

The combination of excellent schools and outdoor access makes the west side especially desirable for families.

A Note on East Bend

While the west side holds the city’s luxury enclaves, East Bend contributes its own energy with new dining districts, easy access to shopping, and proximity to healthcare and major employers. Many residents move fluidly between both sides of town, creating a well rounded, connected Bend lifestyle.

Why Buyers Choose Bend

Luxury buyers choose Bend for its rare combination of mountain access, architectural variety, and adventure infused living.

They are drawn by:

  • Custom homes with dramatic views
  • Resort communities with year round amenities
  • A trail network that begins close to home
  • A thriving culinary and craft beverage scene
  • Long term appreciation supported by limited westside land supply
  • A lifestyle that blends nature, design, and ease

For many, Bend represents the place where quality of life and high desert beauty truly align.

Final Takeaway

Bend’s westside enclaves offer a luxury lifestyle shaped by trails, mountains, and elevated design. From the panoramic views of Awbrey Butte to the trailhead convenience of Summit West to the resort amenities of Tetherow to the forest quiet of Tree Farm to the dramatic landscapes of The Rim, each neighborhood delivers its own version of refined, mountain centered living. For buyers seeking a life surrounded by nature and comfort, Bend stands in a category of its own.

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