Waterfront & Water View Homes in Central Oregon

Living near the water can mean many different things in Central Oregon. Buyers may be searching for a home directly on the Deschutes River, a property overlooking a lake or river canyon, a quiet home beside a stream or pond, or simply a residence with convenient access to the water for fishing, kayaking and paddleboarding.

Central Oregon offers waterfront and water-view properties in a wide variety of settings, from Bend and Sunriver to Sisters, La Pine and communities throughout the high desert. Properties can range from in-town homes and low-maintenance residences to private riverfront estates, recreational retreats and acreage.

It is important to distinguish between waterfront, water view and water access. A home with a beautiful river view may not have direct access to the water, while true waterfront properties can differ considerably in the usability of their frontage, docks, floodplain considerations, riparian restrictions, wells, septic systems and water rights.

If the Deschutes River is central to your search, explore our Living Along the Deschutes River Guide before browsing the listings below. The guide compares the different river lifestyles found throughout Bend and Central Oregon—from Drake Park and the Old Mill District to private riverfront properties south of Bend and the Upper Deschutes.

Search Waterfront & Water View Homes for Sale

Browse current Central Oregon listings with waterfront or water-view features below. Because MLS descriptions and property characteristics vary, a Bend Premier Real Estate broker can help you determine whether a particular property offers direct frontage, usable water access, a water view or other features important to your search.

Interested specifically in Deschutes River living?
Explore our Living Along the Deschutes River Guide to compare Bend's different riverfront settings, recreation, neighborhoods and important considerations when purchasing riverfront property.