The Village Baker, an iconic Central Oregon business, is for sale. Founder and owner Lauren Kurzman has decided to set down her bread mixer and live other dreams.
The Village Baker was established 25 years ago and has operated in its present location since its inception. It has both a retail and wholesale operation that has served Central Oregonians, tourists, and other fans around the region for decades.
Whether it is fresh bread that is sold at stores like Newport Market, Oliver Lemons, or Market of Choice, its baked delicacies served at restaurants around town, or it tasty pastries purchased over the counter at its westside Bend retail location, the goods have long been appreciated and admired by patrons young and old. And, The Village Baker is a valued community member, with programs and donations that have greatly benefited nonprofits and others.
Aligned Commercial Real Estate has listed the business for sale for $800,000. Ken Streater, Principal Broker, notes: “Like thousands and thousands of others, I have enjoyed The Village Baker products for years and have known Lauren for about the same amount of time. She is a community force, someone who has stayed true to her roots and recipes for decades. It is an honor to help her find a new owner to continue The Village Baker legacy.”
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This article appears in Source Weekly June 19, 2025.
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