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.
What Clients Shared About Working With Helen
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.
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.
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.
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!
...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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
...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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
...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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Active
$385,000
1965 Redtail Hawk Dr, Redmond, OR 97756
Active
$530,000
16500 Pine Creek Dr, La Pine, OR 97739
Sold
$495,000
55872 Wood Duck Dr, Bend, OR 97707
Sold
$600,000
61388 Elkhorn St, Bend, OR 97702
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.
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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.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.
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.
- 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
- 2022 to 2025
Global Ambassador to China, Korea and Taiwan
National Association of Realtors - 2023
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 - 2018 to 2025
NAR RPAC Golden R President’s Circle
National Association of Realtors
Oregon
- 2023 to 2026
State Director
Oregon Realtors - 2025
Chair, Oregon Realtors RPAC Board of Trustees
Oregon Realtors - 2021 to 2025
Oregon Realtors Diversity Committee
Oregon Realtors
Central Oregon
- 2025 to 2026
RPAC Trustee
Cascade East Association of Realtors - 2021 to 2022
Government Affairs Committee
Cascade East Association of Realtors
Earlier practice
- 2018
Realtor of the Year
West San Gabriel Valley Realtors - 2018
President
West San Gabriel Valley Realtors - 2019
Vice Chair, Global Real Estate Forum
California Association of Realtors - 2013 to 2019
State Director
California Association of Realtors - 2015 to 2019
Planning Commissioner
Temple City - 2015 to 2017
Director
Los Angeles County Board of Real Estate - 2016
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 - 2015
Outstanding Professional Awardee
Temple City Chamber of Commerce - 2013 to 2018
Agent Leader Council
Keller Williams Arcadia
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.
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