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Sisters

Mountain charm

A walkable Western-themed village with the Cascades as its backyard. Tiny, artistic, and unapologetically charming.

Real Census 2024 boundary

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At a Glance

Population
~3,200
Median home
$675K
Elevation
3,182 ft
Annual snow
32 in
Sun days
287 / yr
Drive to Bend
25 min

Who It's For

  • Retirees seeking a small-town pace
  • Second-home buyers wanting a Cascade base
  • Artists, makers, and event-driven folks (rodeo, quilt show, folk fest)
  • Buyers who don't need a big job market

The Trade-offs

WHAT YOU GIVE UP

  • Tiny job market — most residents commute or work remote
  • Limited grocery and services
  • High price per square foot due to scarce inventory
  • Heavy summer/event traffic on Cascade Avenue

WHAT YOU GET

  • A genuinely walkable downtown
  • Direct access to the Cascades — Three Sisters, Black Butte, McKenzie Pass
  • Strong community with year-round events
  • Some of the best mountain views from any city limits in Oregon

A Day in Sisters

Coffee on the porch with the Three Sisters in view, an art walk on First Friday, and live music at the Folk Festival in September. Sisters is for people who'd trade conveniences for character.