Awbrey Glen Homes For Sale & Real Estate

Living in Awbrey Glen in Northwest Bend

Awbrey Glen occupies a forested setting along the western base of Awbrey Butte in northwest Bend. Mature ponderosa pines, natural rock outcroppings, landscaped residential streets and the golf course contribute to the community's established Central Oregon character.

Unlike communities designed primarily around vacation or resort use, Awbrey Glen functions as a residential neighborhood within Bend. Its location provides access to downtown Bend, west-side commercial areas, parks, trails and other amenities while retaining the wooded environment associated with this part of the city.

Golf is an important part of Awbrey Glen, but buyers should distinguish between the residential community and the private club. Owning a home in Awbrey Glen does not automatically mean that all Awbrey Glen Golf Club amenities are included.

Awbrey Glen Homes and Architecture

Awbrey Glen was developed as a custom-home community, resulting in a range of architectural styles rather than a uniform neighborhood appearance. Bend Premier Real Estate’s earlier market research notes that the subdivision was developed beginning in the 1990s with individually sold homesites and custom construction subject to architectural guidelines.

Homes commonly incorporate materials and landscaping suited to Central Oregon’s high-desert environment, including stone, wood, native vegetation and mature ponderosa pines. Because the community developed over several decades, buyers may encounter both extensively renovated properties and homes retaining more of their original finishes.

Lot characteristics vary considerably. Depending on location, a property may adjoin the golf course, overlook a pond or landscaped area, sit within a heavily wooded setting, or capture views toward the Cascades. Those differences can significantly affect privacy, outlook, sun exposure and value.

For buyers comparing homes within Awbrey Glen, condition, renovation history, lot position and relationship to the golf course can be just as important as square footage.

Golf at Awbrey Glen

Awbrey Glen Golf Club’s 18-hole course is one of the defining features of the community. The course was originally designed by Gene “Bunny” Mason in 1993 and has more recently been updated by David McLay Kidd, whose work includes Bandon Dunes, Gamble Sands and Tetherow.

The course incorporates mature pines, rock formations, changes in elevation and mountain views characteristic of Central Oregon. Its location within northwest Bend also gives Awbrey Glen a distinctly residential character compared with destination golf resorts located farther from the city.

For buyers comparing golf communities, this distinction matters. Awbrey Glen offers private-club golf within an established Bend neighborhood rather than a larger resort environment.

Awbrey Glen Golf Learning Center

One of Awbrey Glen’s most distinctive golf amenities is its Golf Learning Center. The club describes the facility as approximately 13 acres and says it includes a double-ended driving range, multiple putting areas, short-game practice, practice bunkers and the Loop, a five-hole par-3 course.

The Loop provides a shorter golf experience within the practice complex, while the broader Learning Center supports instruction, warm-up and year-round skill development.

For buyers comparing Central Oregon golf communities, the scale of Awbrey Glen’s practice facilities is an important differentiator because it adds another dimension beyond the primary 18-hole course.

Club Amenities Beyond Golf

Awbrey Glen Golf Club offers amenities beyond the golf course and practice facilities. Current club offerings include dining at Nineteen, a fitness facility, heated outdoor pool and spa, along with organized recreational and social activities for members.

These amenities are associated with club membership rather than simply owning property in Awbrey Glen.

Prospective buyers who consider club access important should verify current membership categories, availability, initiation costs, dues and privileges directly with Awbrey Glen Golf Club before purchasing.

Location and Access to Bend

Awbrey Glen’s northwest Bend location is one of the characteristics that separates it from many Central Oregon golf and resort communities.

The community is positioned near Bend’s west side with access to shopping, dining, parks, trail systems and downtown Bend. Its location near the western edge of the city also places it within reach of outdoor recreation in the Deschutes National Forest and the Cascade Mountains.

Rather than relying on fixed travel-time claims, buyers should consider the routes and destinations most important to them, since seasonal traffic, weather and road conditions can affect access throughout Central Oregon.

Recreation Beyond the Golf Course

The Awbrey Glen setting incorporates more than golf. The club offers additional recreational amenities, while the surrounding northwest Bend area provides access to trails, parks and outdoor recreation.

The community’s mature landscape is also a defining visual characteristic. Ponderosa pines, ponds, irrigated golf areas and native vegetation create a transition between manicured club space and the surrounding high-desert environment.

How Does Awbrey Glen Compare With Other Bend Golf Communities?

Buyers considering Awbrey Glen often compare it with other golf-oriented communities in and around Bend. The differences extend beyond the golf courses themselves.

Awbrey Glen’s strongest distinction is the combination of a mature residential environment, private golf club and unusually extensive practice facilities within Bend itself.

For a broader comparison of golf-oriented real estate throughout the region, visit our Central Oregon Golf Communities Guide.

What Should Buyers Know About Awbrey Glen Real Estate?

Buying within a golf community involves considerations beyond the house itself. Before purchasing an Awbrey Glen property, buyers should review the governing documents and investigate characteristics specific to the individual property.

Important considerations may include:

• HOA assessments and governing documents
• architectural or exterior modification requirements
• location relative to fairways, greens and practice areas
• golf-course maintenance activity
• views and potential view obstructions
• wildfire exposure and defensible-space requirements
• property insurance
• club membership availability
• initiation costs and ongoing dues
• differences among club membership categories
• which amenities are included with each membership level

Awbrey Glen Golf Club currently offers multiple membership categories with different privileges, which makes it especially important to evaluate club membership separately from the real estate purchase.

Reasons Buyers Consider Awbrey Glen

Awbrey Glen may warrant consideration for buyers seeking:

• An established gated community within Bend
• Custom homes in a mature ponderosa setting
• A residential environment organized around a private golf club
• Golf-course, water or Cascade Mountain views from select properties
• Access to extensive golf practice facilities through club membership
• A northwest Bend location rather than a destination resort setting
• Club amenities extending beyond the 18-hole golf course

The appropriate property will depend on a buyer's priorities, including home style, lot characteristics, desired views, club participation and location within Bend.

Frequently Asked Questions About Awbrey Glen Real Estate

Where is Awbrey Glen in Bend, Oregon?

Awbrey Glen is located in northwest Bend along the western base of Awbrey Butte. It is an established gated residential community built around Awbrey Glen Golf Club.

Is Awbrey Glen a golf community?

Yes. Awbrey Glen is a residential community centered around the private Awbrey Glen Golf Club and its 18-hole golf course. However, homeownership and golf-club membership should be evaluated separately.

Who designed the Awbrey Glen golf course?

The Awbrey Glen course was originally designed by Oregon golf course architect Gene “Bunny” Mason in 1993 and has more recently received updates from David McLay Kidd.

Does Awbrey Glen have a golf practice facility?

Yes. Awbrey Glen Golf Club's approximately 13-acre Golf Learning Center includes a double-ended driving range, practice areas and the Loop, a five-hole par-3 course.

Do you have to join Awbrey Glen Golf Club if you buy a home in Awbrey Glen?

Homeownership and club membership are separate considerations. Buyers interested in using the golf course or other private club facilities should verify current membership categories, availability, fees and privileges directly with Awbrey Glen Golf Club.

What types of homes are found in Awbrey Glen?

Awbrey Glen primarily features custom homes built over several decades. Architecture, age, size, condition and lot characteristics vary, and some properties offer golf-course, water, wooded or Cascade Mountain outlooks.

How does Awbrey Glen compare with Tetherow and Broken Top?

All three are golf-oriented residential communities in Bend, but their settings and development patterns differ. Awbrey Glen is an established northwest Bend community with a private club and extensive golf practice facilities. Tetherow is a newer west Bend development with contemporary architecture and resort-style amenities, while Broken Top is an established gated west Bend community centered around its private golf club. Buyers should compare individual properties, club structures, location, amenities and ownership costs.

Explore Awbrey Glen Real Estate

Awbrey Glen combines custom homes, a mature Central Oregon landscape and proximity to a private golf club within northwest Bend. Because homes vary considerably in age, architecture, renovation level, lot position and views, understanding the differences between individual properties is particularly important when evaluating this community.

Browse current Awbrey Glen homes for sale, explore our Central Oregon Golf Communities Guide and Luxury Neighborhoods in Bend & Central Oregon Guide,or contact Bend Premier Real Estate for help comparing Awbrey Glen with other Bend communities.