Live the Bend Life
Contact Nicolette
Call: (541) 241-0432
Email: nicolette.rice@cascadesir.com
Visit: 650 SW Bond St. Suite 100, Bend, OR 97702
Live for Today, Invest for Your Future
The life you want is waiting for you right here in Central Oregon. With a thriving local economy, booming tech industry, short commutes, and endless recreation throughout the year, Bend and the surrounding areas offer the quality of life you are looking for today, and the opportunities you need to make smart real estate investments for your long-term financial goals.
If you are thinking about buying or selling a home, ranch, farm, or vacation property in Central Oregon, choosing the right local real estate agent is your first step in a successful buying journey. House-hunting online is a great start, but when it comes time to invest in a property, you need an advocate who understands the local market to help you negotiate the best deal.
Let me put my decades of experience and wealth of expertise in Central Oregon construction and real estate to work for you. It’s what I do with all my clients, which is why so many of them become repeat customers — and even friends.
Local Real Estate Expertise
Bend, Redmond, Powell Butte, Prineville, La Pine, Sunriver, Tumalo, and Sisters
Confident Home Buying
Buying or building a home can be one of the most monumental events in your life. Whether you’re shopping for your first starter property, a second home/ vacation rental, or the dream house you’ve been saving for your entire career, you deserve an honest and dedicated advocate with extensive knowledge and experience who will stand beside you from start to finish.
Sell Your Home
Getting the most out of your real estate investment can be as simple as a fresh coat of paint or as extensive as a major renovation. Either way, partnering with a knowledgeable realtor with a background in construction can help you make smart home improvements to maximize the value of your home before you list it, so you will be ready for your next home purchase.
Welcome Locals, Old and New!
I’ve seen my hometown grow from a haven for true-blue ski bums to a mecca for all things outdoors and industrious, and I’ve loved it at every stage. What was once a small logging town is now a magnet for tech start-ups, world-class cycling and goldfing, multisports. Growth always yields aches here and there, but I am so excited about the future of this high-desert paradise.
I care about preserving the things that make it great today, like 360-degree access to Mt Bachelor and great local schools. By respecting our roots and looking to the future with optimism and pride, we can create a Bend where all locals, old and new, are free to build the lifestyle of their dreams in a city with great amenities, short commutes, and plenty of jobs.
Meet Nicolette
As a fifth-generation Bend local, I’m a little different from other realtors in the area. I spent the first decade of my career overseeing hundreds of residential and commercial projects as the VP of a local construction company, so I can guide you through the buying, selling, or building process with extensive insider knowledge and connections to resources.
Building trust within the realtor/client relationship is the foundation of my business, which is why I promise clear, honest communication and ongoing partnership. I will advocate for you, I will guide you, and I will go to bat for you whenever needed. Don’t be fooled, behind this smile is a fierce negotiator.
Testimonials
We highly recommend Nicolette! She brought calm to a very “exciting” process during our home purchase. Her guidance was outstanding! She listened and really understood what we were looking for. From the first home we looked at to our purchase, she took time and was very patient with us. She knows Bend very well and the market. Thank you, Nicollette! We appreciate all you did for us!
– Rebecca Penny
Nicolette made my first time home buying experience wonderful. Working out of town most of the time, Nikki took it upon herself to personally go look at multiple houses and report back with the most honest assessments. Her residential construction background and vast knowledge really comforted me in knowing I was getting the best value in both price and in actual home quality. I would highly recommend Nicolette to anyone who desires to purchase or sell their house in Central Oregon and assure them that not only are they getting a fantastic agent but also will gain a friend in the experience.
– Matt S.
Nicolette is an absolute pleasure to work with! She has represented me for four closings now and they have all gone remarkably smooth. She worked tirelessly helping me find the perfect home as well as selling my home in record time when I was ready to move on. Her professionalism and loyalty to her clients is evident in her work. From the beginning Nikki’s industry knowledge is apparent and her construction background is especially helpful. Even better, Nikki is passionate about her work and great fun to work with. I know that I am always in good hands when Nikki is my agent and will absolutely continue to use her in the future!
– Nettice H.
I selected Nicolette from among several agents following interviews; she stood out then and she stood out throughout the complete sales process which was very quick. She is knowledgeable, honest, enthusiastic without being gushy, and a very hard worker. My home sold in six weeks at a fair price. I highly recommend Nicolette.
– Leila L.
Nicolette worked tirelessly to help us sell our home, and find a new bigger home. We loved working with her, she had an amazing attitude, was a calming force in our chaotic search, and was very knowledgeable. Nicolette helped calm our fears, worries, and anxieties about how scary a housing transition would/could be. It all worked out for the best and we are grateful to her time and efforts in our new home search.
-Kristi S.
Nicolette has worked very hard to orient me the local area and its various options. She has an extensive knowledge of both current value and resale value as well as value history in the. Area making her a great choice for any type of buyer from first-time buyers to investors.