Bend or Sunriver? Here is what actually changes when you choose

Selling a home in Bend, buying in Sunriver, or adding a vacation or second home all start with good questions. Helen Marston, an Oregon licensed real estate broker with Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon in Bend, helps you make the next step clear, in Bend and Sunriver and out to La Pine, Redmond and Sisters.

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We listed our home in Temple City with Helen and she was also our agent for the purchase of our new home in La Verne. Helen was always available to us during the whole process. She is friendly, persistent and efficient. We would highly recommend Helen Martson as a trusted professional realtor.

Maria SacchettoSeller and buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

My experience with Helen as a real estate agent is unprecedented. She did not only sell my house at a higher price than I expected; but also she took care of all the extensive repairs, and the selling of my personal furniture, all while I was out of state. Helen, thank you very much for your professional attitude, and I hope to deal with you again.

Hiroko HaidarSeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

I can’t say enough great things about Helen. She has integrity, commitment, and a great heart, which are qualities I never expected to find in a realtor. Helen really got to know us on a personal level and this helped us work together toward finding potential homes that were right for us. She also made the process to sell our house seems like a piece of cake. She is very analytical and takes a very sensible and logical approach to the process. She kept us informed, educated us on the process, and continues to follow up with us. I highly recommend working with Helen, as I would not hesitate to work with her again if I will sell or buy the houses.

Edenia OrtegaBuyer and seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen Marston came highly recommended to us when it was time to sell our property that had been in our family for over 50 years. There were many emotions to deal with and Helen was the ultimate professional throughout the entire process. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, she was also patient, kind, and respectful of our wishes. Helen continuously made sure we understood each step of the sale and the escrow process. We were extremely pleased with Helen as our real estate agent and would definitely use her services again in the future. We are fortunate to have Helen Marston as a top-notch agent and leader in our community!

zovfamilySeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen Marston was recommended to us by multiple friends in our community who had great experiences working with Helen. After selecting Helen to represent us in the sale of my mom’s house, she proved to us that she deserves her top-notch reputation. She is the ultimate professional, she works so hard to get everything done quickly and correctly, and her knowledge of the market is amazing. My mom’s house sold in a flash, and for a price well above our expectations. Above all else, Helen always represented our best interest, she listened to us, respected our feelings, and provided incredible insight and advice. In my opinion, Helen is an extraordinary role model for professionalism and integrity, and is at the very top in her field. The icing on the cake is her philanthropy. She consistently donates a portion of her profits to benefit the local schools and organizations. Our community is so lucky to have such a highly successful business woman supporting her clients and the community! I couldn’t recommend Helen Marston any higher and wouldn’t hesitate having her represent us again in the future!

Zillow user 3xgomezSeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

...Helen found a realtor for me near the town I wanted to live who found a beautiful home for me. Then I asked Helen to sell my house in Temple City. Seven days after the for sale sign went up, I had so many offers on my house ranging from the asking price to $100,000 over. I decided to accept the second highest offer because it required nothing of me and it was an all cash offer. I needed a moving company and Helen provided the names of a couple moving companies. Working with Helen was such a wonderful experience. My only regret is that I didn’t have her to sell my mother’s house in 2007.

jmhelmer03Seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen promised and delivered on her estimation of the sale price of our home and the length of time it would take to open a contract. Our escrow closed on time and without any problems. She was proactive in all areas of showing and selling our home. Her advise was excellent and welcomed. Helen is very enthusiastic and works tirelessly on a day to day basis. We would highly recommend her for your real estate needs.

davter0Seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen was very knowledgeable with the buying process. I was dealing with a very difficult situation with the seller’s agent and Helen went out of her way to to make sure things were processed correctly. Helen responded promptly when when I left her messages. She made me feel like I was her only client with the time and attention she provided through the entire process.

zuser20150728122446819Home buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen sold my home and helped me buy a new one. She did a great job of finding listings that I would be interested in, in the areas that I wanted. And when I realized that my priorities changed, she handled that easily and found new listings to match. Her communication skills were amazing, I was always getting texts and updates by email and she always responded to calls within an hour or so. She made paperwork easy to do, despite a very difficult situation with the other party’s realtor and she walked us through each and every step along the way, giving explanations and being physically there at every necessary turn. Even after our transactions were complete, she helped us with the homeowners warrantee to take care of a plumbing issue that we had. We don’t plan on moving anytime soon, but if we did the first person we’d contact is Helen!

gillettetimSeller and buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen was our family’s real estate agent while we were looking for our house. We had several other agents before we met Helen. Then, we felt like she has to be the agent can help us fine the house we wanted. Helen is very knowledgeable in real estate business. She is very patient and listen to your needs. Then, she would start showing the available houses in the areas we wanted to buy. After seeing the houses she would go over the pros and cons about the houses we have seen with her. After she got a feel of what our family is looking for, then she would focus the houses that we would be interested to buy. She also pointed out our lack of knowledge of what to look for in a house to fit our needs. At the end, we had found the house that our family really like in a very famous location with enough spaces for our whole family to live in. Above all, the value of our house keeps going up every since we bought. Now, we are happy, and peace of mind to know that we found the right house for us and the investment we made towards the house is an excellent decision not only for the present, but also for our future. I would very strongly recommend to contact Miss Helen Marston for buying or selling the houses for our experience of her knowledge, expertise, responsiveness, and the negotiation skills are exceptionally high. She is one of the best of BEST.

stephengaw123Home buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

We listed our home in Temple City with Helen and she was also our agent for the purchase of our new home in La Verne. Helen was always available to us during the whole process. She is friendly, persistent and efficient. We would highly recommend Helen Martson as a trusted professional realtor.

Maria SacchettoSeller and buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

My experience with Helen as a real estate agent is unprecedented. She did not only sell my house at a higher price than I expected; but also she took care of all the extensive repairs, and the selling of my personal furniture, all while I was out of state. Helen, thank you very much for your professional attitude, and I hope to deal with you again.

Hiroko HaidarSeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

I can’t say enough great things about Helen. She has integrity, commitment, and a great heart, which are qualities I never expected to find in a realtor. Helen really got to know us on a personal level and this helped us work together toward finding potential homes that were right for us. She also made the process to sell our house seems like a piece of cake. She is very analytical and takes a very sensible and logical approach to the process. She kept us informed, educated us on the process, and continues to follow up with us. I highly recommend working with Helen, as I would not hesitate to work with her again if I will sell or buy the houses.

Edenia OrtegaBuyer and seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen Marston came highly recommended to us when it was time to sell our property that had been in our family for over 50 years. There were many emotions to deal with and Helen was the ultimate professional throughout the entire process. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, she was also patient, kind, and respectful of our wishes. Helen continuously made sure we understood each step of the sale and the escrow process. We were extremely pleased with Helen as our real estate agent and would definitely use her services again in the future. We are fortunate to have Helen Marston as a top-notch agent and leader in our community!

zovfamilySeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen Marston was recommended to us by multiple friends in our community who had great experiences working with Helen. After selecting Helen to represent us in the sale of my mom’s house, she proved to us that she deserves her top-notch reputation. She is the ultimate professional, she works so hard to get everything done quickly and correctly, and her knowledge of the market is amazing. My mom’s house sold in a flash, and for a price well above our expectations. Above all else, Helen always represented our best interest, she listened to us, respected our feelings, and provided incredible insight and advice. In my opinion, Helen is an extraordinary role model for professionalism and integrity, and is at the very top in her field. The icing on the cake is her philanthropy. She consistently donates a portion of her profits to benefit the local schools and organizations. Our community is so lucky to have such a highly successful business woman supporting her clients and the community! I couldn’t recommend Helen Marston any higher and wouldn’t hesitate having her represent us again in the future!

Zillow user 3xgomezSeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

...Helen found a realtor for me near the town I wanted to live who found a beautiful home for me. Then I asked Helen to sell my house in Temple City. Seven days after the for sale sign went up, I had so many offers on my house ranging from the asking price to $100,000 over. I decided to accept the second highest offer because it required nothing of me and it was an all cash offer. I needed a moving company and Helen provided the names of a couple moving companies. Working with Helen was such a wonderful experience. My only regret is that I didn’t have her to sell my mother’s house in 2007.

jmhelmer03Seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen promised and delivered on her estimation of the sale price of our home and the length of time it would take to open a contract. Our escrow closed on time and without any problems. She was proactive in all areas of showing and selling our home. Her advise was excellent and welcomed. Helen is very enthusiastic and works tirelessly on a day to day basis. We would highly recommend her for your real estate needs.

davter0Seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen was very knowledgeable with the buying process. I was dealing with a very difficult situation with the seller’s agent and Helen went out of her way to to make sure things were processed correctly. Helen responded promptly when when I left her messages. She made me feel like I was her only client with the time and attention she provided through the entire process.

zuser20150728122446819Home buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen sold my home and helped me buy a new one. She did a great job of finding listings that I would be interested in, in the areas that I wanted. And when I realized that my priorities changed, she handled that easily and found new listings to match. Her communication skills were amazing, I was always getting texts and updates by email and she always responded to calls within an hour or so. She made paperwork easy to do, despite a very difficult situation with the other party’s realtor and she walked us through each and every step along the way, giving explanations and being physically there at every necessary turn. Even after our transactions were complete, she helped us with the homeowners warrantee to take care of a plumbing issue that we had. We don’t plan on moving anytime soon, but if we did the first person we’d contact is Helen!

gillettetimSeller and buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen was our family’s real estate agent while we were looking for our house. We had several other agents before we met Helen. Then, we felt like she has to be the agent can help us fine the house we wanted. Helen is very knowledgeable in real estate business. She is very patient and listen to your needs. Then, she would start showing the available houses in the areas we wanted to buy. After seeing the houses she would go over the pros and cons about the houses we have seen with her. After she got a feel of what our family is looking for, then she would focus the houses that we would be interested to buy. She also pointed out our lack of knowledge of what to look for in a house to fit our needs. At the end, we had found the house that our family really like in a very famous location with enough spaces for our whole family to live in. Above all, the value of our house keeps going up every since we bought. Now, we are happy, and peace of mind to know that we found the right house for us and the investment we made towards the house is an excellent decision not only for the present, but also for our future. I would very strongly recommend to contact Miss Helen Marston for buying or selling the houses for our experience of her knowledge, expertise, responsiveness, and the negotiation skills are exceptionally high. She is one of the best of BEST.

stephengaw123Home buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

We listed our home in Temple City with Helen and she was also our agent for the purchase of our new home in La Verne. Helen was always available to us during the whole process. She is friendly, persistent and efficient. We would highly recommend Helen Martson as a trusted professional realtor.

Maria SacchettoSeller and buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

My experience with Helen as a real estate agent is unprecedented. She did not only sell my house at a higher price than I expected; but also she took care of all the extensive repairs, and the selling of my personal furniture, all while I was out of state. Helen, thank you very much for your professional attitude, and I hope to deal with you again.

Hiroko HaidarSeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

I can’t say enough great things about Helen. She has integrity, commitment, and a great heart, which are qualities I never expected to find in a realtor. Helen really got to know us on a personal level and this helped us work together toward finding potential homes that were right for us. She also made the process to sell our house seems like a piece of cake. She is very analytical and takes a very sensible and logical approach to the process. She kept us informed, educated us on the process, and continues to follow up with us. I highly recommend working with Helen, as I would not hesitate to work with her again if I will sell or buy the houses.

Edenia OrtegaBuyer and seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen Marston came highly recommended to us when it was time to sell our property that had been in our family for over 50 years. There were many emotions to deal with and Helen was the ultimate professional throughout the entire process. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, she was also patient, kind, and respectful of our wishes. Helen continuously made sure we understood each step of the sale and the escrow process. We were extremely pleased with Helen as our real estate agent and would definitely use her services again in the future. We are fortunate to have Helen Marston as a top-notch agent and leader in our community!

zovfamilySeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen Marston was recommended to us by multiple friends in our community who had great experiences working with Helen. After selecting Helen to represent us in the sale of my mom’s house, she proved to us that she deserves her top-notch reputation. She is the ultimate professional, she works so hard to get everything done quickly and correctly, and her knowledge of the market is amazing. My mom’s house sold in a flash, and for a price well above our expectations. Above all else, Helen always represented our best interest, she listened to us, respected our feelings, and provided incredible insight and advice. In my opinion, Helen is an extraordinary role model for professionalism and integrity, and is at the very top in her field. The icing on the cake is her philanthropy. She consistently donates a portion of her profits to benefit the local schools and organizations. Our community is so lucky to have such a highly successful business woman supporting her clients and the community! I couldn’t recommend Helen Marston any higher and wouldn’t hesitate having her represent us again in the future!

Zillow user 3xgomezSeller · Zillow review, earlier practice

...Helen found a realtor for me near the town I wanted to live who found a beautiful home for me. Then I asked Helen to sell my house in Temple City. Seven days after the for sale sign went up, I had so many offers on my house ranging from the asking price to $100,000 over. I decided to accept the second highest offer because it required nothing of me and it was an all cash offer. I needed a moving company and Helen provided the names of a couple moving companies. Working with Helen was such a wonderful experience. My only regret is that I didn’t have her to sell my mother’s house in 2007.

jmhelmer03Seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen promised and delivered on her estimation of the sale price of our home and the length of time it would take to open a contract. Our escrow closed on time and without any problems. She was proactive in all areas of showing and selling our home. Her advise was excellent and welcomed. Helen is very enthusiastic and works tirelessly on a day to day basis. We would highly recommend her for your real estate needs.

davter0Seller · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen was very knowledgeable with the buying process. I was dealing with a very difficult situation with the seller’s agent and Helen went out of her way to to make sure things were processed correctly. Helen responded promptly when when I left her messages. She made me feel like I was her only client with the time and attention she provided through the entire process.

zuser20150728122446819Home buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen sold my home and helped me buy a new one. She did a great job of finding listings that I would be interested in, in the areas that I wanted. And when I realized that my priorities changed, she handled that easily and found new listings to match. Her communication skills were amazing, I was always getting texts and updates by email and she always responded to calls within an hour or so. She made paperwork easy to do, despite a very difficult situation with the other party’s realtor and she walked us through each and every step along the way, giving explanations and being physically there at every necessary turn. Even after our transactions were complete, she helped us with the homeowners warrantee to take care of a plumbing issue that we had. We don’t plan on moving anytime soon, but if we did the first person we’d contact is Helen!

gillettetimSeller and buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

Helen was our family’s real estate agent while we were looking for our house. We had several other agents before we met Helen. Then, we felt like she has to be the agent can help us fine the house we wanted. Helen is very knowledgeable in real estate business. She is very patient and listen to your needs. Then, she would start showing the available houses in the areas we wanted to buy. After seeing the houses she would go over the pros and cons about the houses we have seen with her. After she got a feel of what our family is looking for, then she would focus the houses that we would be interested to buy. She also pointed out our lack of knowledge of what to look for in a house to fit our needs. At the end, we had found the house that our family really like in a very famous location with enough spaces for our whole family to live in. Above all, the value of our house keeps going up every since we bought. Now, we are happy, and peace of mind to know that we found the right house for us and the investment we made towards the house is an excellent decision not only for the present, but also for our future. I would very strongly recommend to contact Miss Helen Marston for buying or selling the houses for our experience of her knowledge, expertise, responsiveness, and the negotiation skills are exceptionally high. She is one of the best of BEST.

stephengaw123Home buyer · Zillow review, earlier practice

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Bend and Sunriver Questions

What to sort out before a move in Bend and Sunriver

Bend and Sunriver each offer a different mix of homes and daily life, and La Pine, Redmond and Sisters widen the choices across Central Oregon. These cards cover the questions that come first and where to check the answers.

Bend or Sunriver

How do you decide between Bend and Sunriver?

To decide between Bend and Sunriver, start with how you’ll use the home: full time, part of the year or as a rental. Then compare specific homes in each on the same terms. Check local services with the City of Bend or Deschutes County, and read any homeowners association rules.

Selling in Bend

What should a Bend or Sunriver homeowner work out before listing?

A Bend or Sunriver homeowner should settle on timing, gather property records and decide which repairs are worth doing before listing. For a second home, add the association documents. Having answers ready for buyer questions helps the sale move with fewer surprises.

Buying in Bend

What should a buyer settle before touring homes in Bend?

Before touring homes in Bend, settle your budget with a lender, your must haves and how far you’re willing to drive each day. A short written list keeps every showing judged the same way. Check commute times with current map sources.

Vacation and Second Homes

What should you check before buying a vacation or second home in Sunriver?

Before buying a vacation or second home in Sunriver, check how you’ll use it, who looks after it while you’re away and what the homeowners association allows. Confirm rental rules with Deschutes County and the association, and ask a lender about second home financing.

Investment Property

What should you ask before buying a rental property in Central Oregon?

Before buying a rental property in Central Oregon, ask what the rules allow at that address, what condition the home is in and what it costs to hold. Rental rules come from the city or county and the association, taxes from a tax professional. No one can promise rental income.

Widening the Search

When do La Pine, Redmond or Sisters belong on the list?

La Pine, Redmond or Sisters belong on the list when the homes that fit your needs are there and the drive works. Decide how far you are willing to travel before widening the map. Check commute times with current map sources.

Recent Properties

Recent properties associated with Helen Marston

Properties associated with Helen Marston in Bend, Redmond and La Pine. Availability, price, and status change, so confirm current details with Helen or a current listing portal before you plan a showing.

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Talk through your move in Bend and Sunriver

Talk through Bend versus Sunriver
The Bend and Sunriver Area Guide

This guide is for home sellers, home buyers and anyone weighing a vacation home, second home or rental property in Bend and Sunriver. It covers choosing between towns, preparing a sale and the questions to ask before an investment purchase.

Start with how you’ll use the home.
Compare value, don’t guess it.
Check rental rules at the source.

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Ten short sections on choosing between Bend and Sunriver, preparing a sale, buying well and vacation, second home and rental questions. No spam, and you can ask Helen a question any time.
About Helen

Bend and Sunriver moves, made clear

If you’re selling a home in Bend or Sunriver, buying in Central Oregon, or adding a vacation home, second home or rental property, the first step is understanding what lies ahead. Helen Marston helps clients in Bend and Sunriver first, and in La Pine, Redmond and Sisters across Central Oregon, from an office in Bend, Oregon. Helen Marston is an Oregon licensed real estate broker with Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon, holds an MBA and the GRI, CRS, CIPS, SRES, MRP, AHWD, C2EX, SFR and RSPS designations, and has served in leadership with the National Association of Realtors, Oregon Realtors and the Cascade East Association of Realtors. Helen Marston is a Silver member of the La Pine Chamber of Commerce. Helen Marston speaks English and Chinese and can serve Chinese speaking clients. Working together is practical and steady. Helen Marston helps you understand the local market, prepare each step and keep the next move clear. Questions about financing, rental rules, taxes or legal matters go to the right lender, city or county office, homeowners association or professional.

Who is Helen Marston?

Helen Marston is an Oregon licensed real estate broker in Bend with Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon who helps home sellers, home buyers and real estate investors in Bend, Sunriver and Central Oregon. Helen Marston served as a National Association of Realtors Global Ambassador to China, Korea and Taiwan from 2022 to 2025.

Where does Helen Marston work?

Helen Marston works from Bend and focuses on Bend and Sunriver, and also serves La Pine, Redmond and Sisters. All five are in Central Oregon, in Deschutes County.

What brokerage is Helen Marston with?

Helen Marston works with Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon from its Bend, Oregon office. Oregon licence details can be checked on the Oregon Real Estate Agency licence lookup.

What organizations is Helen Marston part of?

Helen Marston is a State Director of Oregon Realtors (2023 to 2026), chaired the Oregon Realtors RPAC Board of Trustees in 2025 and is an RPAC Trustee of the Cascade East Association of Realtors (2025 to 2026). Helen Marston is also a Silver member of the La Pine Chamber of Commerce.

What kinds of real estate does Helen Marston help with?

Helen Marston helps clients sell homes, buy homes and buy real estate investments in Bend, Sunriver and Central Oregon, including vacation homes, second homes and rental properties. Rental rules go to the city or county and the homeowners association, and tax questions to a tax professional.

How can you contact Helen Marston?

You can reach Helen Marston at (541) 876-7490 or by email at HelenMarston@kw.com, in English or Chinese. Bring the towns you’re weighing, the home you plan to sell or the property you’re considering. Helen Marston’s agent page is helensrealestate.kw.com.

Awards & Leadership

Leadership in real estate, nationally and in Oregon

Helen Marston has served the National Association of Realtors, Oregon Realtors and the Cascade East Association of Realtors in leadership roles, after earlier honors from the profession and the community.

Designations
  • MBA
  • GRI
  • CRS
  • CIPS
  • SRES
  • MRP
  • AHWD
  • C2EX
  • SFR
  • RSPS

Four years as a National Association of Realtors Global Ambassador to China, Korea and Taiwan, 2022 to 2025.

Also Chair of the NAR CIPS Advisory Board in 2023 and inducted into the NAR RPAC Hall of Fame, Class of 2023.

  • 2022
  • 2023
  • 2024
  • 2025

National

  • Global Ambassador to China, Korea and Taiwan

    National Association of Realtors
    2022 to 2025
  • Chair, NAR CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) Advisory Board

    National Association of Realtors
    2023
  • NAR RPAC Hall of Fame, Class of 2023

    National Association of Realtors
    2023
  • NAR RPAC Golden R President’s Circle

    National Association of Realtors
    2018 to 2025

Oregon

  • State Director

    Oregon Realtors
    2023 to 2026
  • Chair, Oregon Realtors RPAC Board of Trustees

    Oregon Realtors
    2025
  • Oregon Realtors Diversity Committee

    Oregon Realtors
    2021 to 2025

Central Oregon

  • RPAC Trustee

    Cascade East Association of Realtors
    2025 to 2026
  • Government Affairs Committee

    Cascade East Association of Realtors
    2021 to 2022

Earlier practice

  • Realtor of the Year

    West San Gabriel Valley Realtors
    2018
  • President

    West San Gabriel Valley Realtors
    2018
  • Vice Chair, Global Real Estate Forum

    California Association of Realtors
    2019
  • State Director

    California Association of Realtors
    2013 to 2019
  • Planning Commissioner

    Temple City
    2015 to 2019
  • Director

    Los Angeles County Board of Real Estate
    2015 to 2017
  • Congressional Woman of the Year for Temple City

    Honored by Congresswoman Judy Chu
    2016
  • Make A Difference Awardee

    Honored by California State Assemblyman Ed Chau
    2016
  • Good Neighbor Awardee

    West San Gabriel Valley Realtors
    2016
  • Outstanding Professional Awardee

    Temple City Chamber of Commerce
    2015
  • Agent Leader Council

    Keller Williams Arcadia
    2013 to 2018
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From the blog

Questions worth answering before a move in Bend and Sunriver

Nine articles in three groups: Home Sellers, Home Buyers and Veterans & Military Families. Each one answers a real Bend, Sunriver and Central Oregon question in plain language and names who confirms the facts.

Working with Helen

What people ask before they get started

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