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Proudly headquartered in beautiful Bend, Oregon, we’ve designed our space to be a place for our team and our clients to feel at home.

Rare and trendy remodeled home on acreage in Tumalo on two irrigated acres and backing to the canal.

Enjoy incredible mountain and river views from every major room in this NW Bend, Oregon home for sale.

Central Oregon is home to more than two dozen golf courses around the area offering a course for every budget and skill level.

Ready to move? We’re the key to finding your home in Central Oregon. Start your search now on our website; no sign-up required.

Enjoy the tranquility and peacefulness of this beautiful custom home offering both privacy and convenience and Cascade Mountain views.

My Client Story – how we helped home buyer clients view a home through a different lens and achieve their goal of homeownership.

Shopping for homes? We’ve got you covered. Search all Central Oregon homes for sale on our website; no sign-up required!

JUST ANNOUNCED: Fred Real Estate Group among the top 1000 real estate brokerages in the nation.

Quality built and beautifully upgraded home on a spacious lot overlooking the historic Pilot Butte Canal and ideally located between two of Bend’s largest parks, close to schools, craft breweries, and dining.

How to discover, explore, and experience a community virtually in seven easy ways.

At Home Inspiration: Life should be colorful! So should your home. We’ve compiled tips for painting, current trends, and ideas for how to incorporate a little color around you.

We’ve got mom-approved homes for sale! ♥

Brasada Ranch beauty with stunning views of horses grazing in the nearby pasture, Buttes, and the sun rising and setting over the Cascade Mountain Range.

VIDEO: Home is where you play, explore, get lost, get dirty, laugh, connect, relax, and recharge. Bend, Oregon is home, and we’ll play again soon.

At Home Inspiration: We’ve compiled our favorite pins to inspire organization both inside and outside your home.

The 2020 season is here with options available for the Farmers Market fans in Bend and throughout the Central Oregon region.

We’ve got the home you’re looking for! Find your Central Oregon home with Fred Real Estate Group.

Westside beauty in a prime location! Updated, energy-efficient, and move-in ready cottage-style charmer in the heart of Bend’s westside.

VIDEO: Home isn’t just a place or a feeling; for us, it’s both. Bend, Oregon is home, and we’ll be back soon.

Modern, light, and open single-level home in SW Redmond on a generous sized lot at the end of a cul-de-sac with mountain views.

At Home Inspiration: A collection of our favorite pins designed to inspire your next project in or around your home.

This quiet and secluded home for sale offers 180 degrees of unobstructed Big Deschutes River views with a rare 120 feet of river frontage.

Earth Day 2020: Oregon leads the nation in sustainable energy technology and green building, and Bend is no exception.

5 ways coronavirus could change your next home purchase after the pandemic is over | Bankrate

What to expect if you plan to sell your Central Oregon home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Remarkable Sisters, Oregon area retreat for sale with stunning craftsmanship showcased throughout this large two-level custom home.

Expansive single level, Pahlisch-built home with many custom features located on a corner lot in the desirable Renaissance at Shevlin community in NW Bend.

For Sellers: Preventative measures and showing guidelines in place for everyone’s health and safety in alignment with social distancing requirements.

Join Our Team: Fred Real Estate Group is a proud local business that offers full-service solutions with a fresh approach and brilliant results.

Get Inspired: A collection of pins with advice, tips, and resources for home buyers searching for homes in Central Oregon.

Ready to move? We can help. Search and virtually tour homes for sale in Central Oregon from the comfort of your couch and let’s get you moving!

Whether you’re working from an actual home office, your dining room table, your kitchen counter, or your couch, here are 10 things to keep in mind for an optimal work station.

Stunning Northwest Craftsman style custom-built home located in SE Bend’s Hidden Hills community.

What to expect if you’re in the market to buy a home in Central Oregon during the COVID-19 pandemic.

For Buyers: Preventative measures and showing guidelines in place for everyone’s health and safety in alignment with social distancing requirements.

At Home Inspiration: We’ve compiled some of our favorite pins for outdoor design, decor, and ideas.

Homes for every bunny! Sweet homes for sale throughout Central Oregon.

Quiet and private country living close to town! Single-level home for sale on acreage and located nearby Riley Ranch Reserve, Sawyer Park, and the Deschutes River trail system connecting to downtown Bend.

My Client Story – how we helped a seller client stay out of hot water during the week of her wedding.

At Home Inspiration: Love where you live! We’ve compiled our favorite home decor ideas and resources for home buyers and owners.

We’re focused on a digital approach in alignment with social distancing measures and here’s how we are working with Central Oregon home sellers right now.

Take your Central Oregon home search exactly where you want to live; browse homes for sale in a certain neighborhood or street, or use our polygonal map search tool to select a specific region or area of town.

How to get outside and enjoy our Central Oregon adventure playground during the COVID-19 pandemic in keeping with area closures and social distancing measures.

Why the Housing Market May Weather Coronavirus Impact Better Than the Great Recession | First American Economic Center

Luxury in the country! Impeccable and just 4 years new, this home boasts high-quality upgrade elements throughout.

Proudly locally owned and operated, we offer full-service solutions for clients and brokers with a fresh approach and local expertise.  

With the coronavirus continuing to reshape the face of the country and the economy, the biggest players in the mortgage business are moving to make it easier to lend under these extraordinary circumstances. | HousingWire

Whether you’re working from an actual home office, your dining room table, your kitchen counter, or your couch, we’ve compiled a collection of pins to showcase our favorite WFH workspace ideas and inspo.

Stunning Northwest Crossing custom home for sale; a unique property exuding quality and warmth at every turn.

We’re focused on a digital approach in alignment with social distancing measures and here’s how we are working with Central Oregon home buyers right now.

Fresh homes for sale! Preview our newest listings and all homes currently for sale throughout Central Oregon.

Fred Real Estate Group ranked among the nation’s best real estate brokerages in the nation.

The Oregon Association of REALTORS® has created a Seller Advisory with tips for homeowners navigating home selling during the COVID-19 crisis.

The Oregon Association of REALTORS® has created a Buyer Advisory with tips for navigating home buying during the COVID-19 crisis.

Beautiful Awbrey Butte home on a spacious 0.7 acre lot offering a private orientation and feel.

A recession is not a housing crisis, so before you put buying or selling a home on hold, here’s why they’re not the same thing.

We are open online and ready to connect you with your next home. Preview our freshest listings and all homes currently for sale throughout Central Oregon.

Here’s a list of ways we can help support our local Bend, Oregon businesses during a time of social distancing, shifting business models, and the Coronavirus pandemic crisis.

What’s The Best Way To Disinfect Your Home? Tips For How—And What—To Clean During Coronavirus | Forbes

We think Bend, Oregon is awesome, so we made a video about it.

Got trail? We do! Here’s how we trail it up in and around Bend, Oregon while maintaining social distancing measures.

Amidst a time of uncertainty, we’re a proud local business and we welcome the opportunity to assist you in buying or selling a home throughout the Central Oregon region. 

Exceptional NW Style Custom Home situated on nearly 5 acres in Redmond, Oregon.

Redmond, Oregon is a vibrant and rejuvenated town with upscale restaurants, brewpubs, parks, and lodging.

My Client Story – how we helped out-of-town home buyer clients find the right home for them in Central Oregon.

One-of-a-kind opportunity to own a well-established business serving Bend for over 7 years!

Fresh and local since 2008, Fred Real Estate Group is a collaborative team that embraces the Bend, Oregon lifestyle.

VIDEO: Home is where you feel like you know every turn, and yet you find yourself continually discovering more.
Bend, Oregon is home.

Urban home for sale in Bend’s vibrant Mill Quarter near restaurants, shops, nightlife, and the Deschutes River.

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’ve got some love-ly ways you can enjoy a romantic weekend in Bend, Oregon.

We believe that every client deserves an amazing real estate experience.

Think you can’t sell your Central Oregon home during winter months? Think again.

Expansive Cascade Mountain views abound from this exquisite custom Awbrey Butte home.

Winter is the perfect time to get outside and chill out in Bend, Oregon.

At Fred Real Estate Group, we believe in amazing experiences.  Whether you’re a home buyer, seller, or a member of our team, we pride ourselves on our fresh approach and people-first focus.

Brand new custom home in Tumalo on almost two private acres bordering public land and with full mountain and Smith Rock views from almost every window!

Bend, Oregon is a mecca for those with a thrill-seeking passion and an entrepreneurial spirit.

We think Bend, Oregon is awesome so we made a video about it.

Thank you to our clients, our business partners, our team, and our community champions; 2019 was FREDtastic!

Presenting our favorite team video of the year: The 2019 Fred Real Estate Group Team Bloopers!

We think winter in Bend, Oregon is awesome, so we made a video about it.

We’ve got the scoop on favorite local coffee shops and spots in Bend, Oregon.

Home for sale in Bend, Oregon’s coveted NorthWest Crossing neighborhood and a great opportunity to own one of the few homes in the cul-de-sac near Discovery Park.

VIDEO: Central Oregon real estate market overview | Q4 2019

Our roundup of festive must-see places to get your glow on this holiday season.

Experience the fall season in beautiful Bend, Oregon.

In the market for your first home? Don’t make these common mistakes.

Why do over 100 real estate brokers work at FRED? Here’s what our team is saying.

Beautiful chalet style home for sale situated on a peaceful and secluded 5+ acre horse property near Sisters, Oregon.

Stunning custom modern farmhouse privately situated on nearly an acre in one of Bend’s most coveted neighborhoods.

We’re proud to call Central Oregon our home, and we can help you find yours here too.

Team fun + community giving = a winning combination

We cook. You eat. It’s all good. | Join us for our 6th annual FRED Team Chili Showdown and community food drive!

A peaceful, quiet, and secluded oasis with spectacular mountain views on 2.49 acres in Tumalo.

Quiet setting surrounds this stunning single-level home for sale in Deschutes River Woods.

Home is where you feel inspired, refreshed and renewed. | FRESH NEW VIDEO: Bend, Oregon is Home⁠

How to have a spooktacular Halloween in Bend, Oregon.

Fresh. Modern. Mobile. Take your Central Oregon home search on the go with the Fred Real Estate Group mobile app. Real-time data, commute scores, mortgage calculator, and more.

Uniquely designed Powell Butte, Oregon home on acreage designed to capture stunning mountain views throughout!

When October rolls around, a trip to the pumpkin patch in Central Oregon truly rocks.

Bend, Oregon is Dog Town USA. With a host of dog friendly restaurants, trails, and more, dogs live the good life in Bend.

Charming Northwest Crossing home for sale perfectly located between Compass Park and the NWX business district.

Grab your puffy coats; Fall is here in Central Oregon. The crisp, fresh air and vibrant colors make fall the perfect time of year to get outside and explore our beautiful community!

VIDEO: Central Oregon real estate market overview | Q3 2019

We’ve got three ways to keep your cool on hot days in Bend, Oregon.

Fresh and local since 2008, Fred Real Estate Group is proud to be a family owned and operated business in beautiful Bend, Oregon.

The community of Bend, Oregon has voted and Fred Real Estate Group is a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite for 2019!

If you enjoy sampling craft beverages while enjoying good food and a gorgeous riverside view, you’re in luck; Bend Brewfest is this week.

Spectacular new construction with modern and European details throughout perched high above Century Drive in Bend, Oregon.

When buying a home in Central Oregon, our team of local professionals will partner with you to find the right home for you at the right price.

Enjoy Aspen Lakes Golf Course and Broken Top mountain views from this stunning home for sale located in private and gated community in Sisters, Oregon.

What’s the difference between getting prequalified or preapproved for a home loan? Our local lending partner, PrimeLending, explains.

Charming craftsman style home for sale in a desirable NW Bend, Oregon neighborhood.

We know local because we are local. Bend, Oregon is our home and we can make it yours, too.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional, or you’re just starting out, Central Oregon has a golf course for you.

Enjoy peaceful, private, and beautiful river views from this reverse living home for sale in Three Rivers South!

Listen to an episode of Real Estate Talk, a local radio show in Bend, Oregon, featuring the owners of Fred Real Estate Group, Fred and Keeley Mannila.

Stunning home for sale in the prestigious golf community of Broken Top in Bend, Oregon.

Get outside and enjoy summer fun and adventures in beautiful Bend, Oregon.

Beautiful extremely well-maintained west side home just minutes from the Old Mill District and river trails.

We’re discussing Q2 2019 Central Oregon real estate market trends and offering insight for home buyers and sellers.

A reverse mortgage can be used to turn a portion of the equity in your home into cash that can be used for many different purposes that may enhance and extend your retirement.

The Sisters Rodeo — “The Biggest Little Show in the World” is coming to Sisters, Oregon in June.

Join our Fred Real Estate Group team for this special annual open house event taking place this weekend throughout Central Oregon.

If you’re looking for warm summer nights, amazing sunsets, local libations, and awesome music, Bend, Oregon is definitely the place to be. 

Fred Real Estate Group is Central Oregon’s largest independent brokerage with a dynamic team of 100+ local real estate experts.

Private luxury home for sale in the prestigious community of The Highlands at Broken Top.

Want land? We’ve got it.  Build something great in Central Oregon.

Easy living awaits you in this open, bright, and spacious home for sale in SE Bend, Oregon.

Fred Real Estate Group has been a part of the local business community for over a decade and we’re proud to call Central Oregon our home.

Bend, Oregon Farmers Markets 2019: Sample delicious eats and drinks, pick out fresh produce and flowers, and enjoy live music.

Find new adventures in Bend, Oregon with 65+ miles of managed trail in town and hundreds more throughout Central Oregon.

Stunning, custom built home in NW Bend, Oregon with majestic views of the city lights and Pilot Butte.

We love Bend, Oregon, and we love being part of the local business community.

Stunning custom Central Oregon log home with stunning panoramic mountain views adjacent to miles of BLM.

We are hiring real estate professionals throughout Central Oregon. Let’s work together.

Beautiful custom luxury golf course home for sale in Caldera Springs.

We are incredibly proud to announce Fred Real Estate Group’s recognition as one of the nation’s top brokerages!

Central Oregon real estate market overview for Q1 2019 and insight for home buyers and sellers.

Redmond, Oregon is a charming place to call home with outdoor adventures, a bustling downtown, and proximity to all Central Oregon has to offer.

Oregon recently became the first state in the nation to implement universal rent control in an effort to provide relief to rent-burdened households where over 30% of income is spent on rent.

At Fred Real Estate Group, we believe every client we work with deserves an amazing real estate experience.

Completely remodeled modern-style home for sale in the heart of Bend’s west side near the Galveston corridor and Newport Avenue shops and eateries.

Charming rustic ranch on small acreage in a fantastic beautiful and peaceful location near Deschutes River.

Let’s talk stats: we’ve got the most recent Central Oregon housing market information.

Enjoy the peace and quiet in this beautiful La Pine home on acreage.

Pride of ownership shows in this well maintained SE Bend home for sale.

Bend, Oregon is a mecca for those with a thrill-seeking passion and an entrepreneurial spirit, and we’re proud to call it home.

Q4 Central Oregon real estate market update and trends.

European charm and the High Desert blend seamlessly in this stunning estate in a gated Bend, Oregon golf community.

With a focus on a collaborative team culture and sleek technology, Fred Real Estate Group offers a fresh approach for Central Oregon real estate brokers.

Fred Real Estate Group recognized as a groundbreaking brokerage and innovative leader in the real estate space.

Unique ownership/income opportunity at Bend, Oregon’s award-winning Tetherow Resort.

Inspiration and motivation from local Bend entrepreneur, Sarah Pool.

Large Awbrey Butte home for sale in NW Bend.

FRED Team Q3 Central Oregon market update and trends.

Bend, Oregon is the fourth-fastest growing city in the U.S. this year.

At FRED, we’re not your traditional real estate brokerage, and we’re proud of that.  

Facebook expands into the community of Prineville.

Exceptional one of a kind home for sale in prime NW Bend location.

Enjoy city and mountain views and gorgeous sunsets from the top of Pilot Butte in Bend, Oregon.

Peaceful and private country setting only minutes to all the amenities of Bend.

Q2 2018 Central Oregon real estate market update and discussion.

Work together at Fred Real Estate Group: we recognize that a company is only as strong as its people.

Charming and spacious home for sale in The Bridges community in Bend, Oregon.

Fred Real Estate Group is a neighborhood favorite!

Celebrating a decade of business in our local Central Oregon community, FRED turns 10!

Beautiful well appointed single level living with open great room floor plan.

Spacious NW Bend riverfront home with spectacular views.

One of a kind Central Oregon retreat offering peace, quiet, serenity, and perfect Mt. Bachelor view.

Charming home for sale in NW Bend.

Featured home for sale in Redmond, Oregon.

Enjoy resort style living in this custom built Eagle Crest home.

As Central Oregon’s largest independent real estate brokerage, we’re proud to be fresh & local.

Craftsman style home for sale in NorthWest Crossing, Bend OR.

What’s driving the local real estate market in Central Oregon? Take a ride with us as we break it down.

Charming farm with views and acreage, only 6 miles from downtown Bend.

Fred Real Estate Group listed among the nation’s top brokerages!

Exquisite custom home for sale in Broken Top, a premier golfing community in Bend, OR.

Large home for sale in NorthWest Crossing, Bend, Oregon.

Sophisticated and stylish Awbrey Butte home for sale in Bend, Oregon.

How to prepare for the upcoming 2017 total solar eclipse.