Homes-Land Islander - April 2020

HOMES ~LAND Islander

April 2020

Volume 36, Number 10

Serving Whidbey & Fidalgo Islands

LAGOON POINT CANAL HOME

OFFERED BY

Cheryl Keefe • 206-930-7316 • cheryl@whidbey.com

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EAGLE GLEN LANE - CLINTON

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LOUIS MUNIZ

CELL 360.969.1028

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GOLDSMITH FARM, LANGLEY

Set just outside the seaside village of Langley, this sun-soaked 35+/- acre property hosts three magniďŹ cent living structures plus an iconic barn and outbuildings, all with their own character. The main house features 2 master suites while each 2016 guest house contains full amenities, all surrounded by 600 acres of protected woods.

MLS #1455049 $2,500,000

PENDING

SARATOGA PASSAGE, LANGLEY

Minutes to downtown Langley, an exquisite home with steps to the beach and 5.34+/- acres laden with native plantings awaits. Entertain from one of the multiple view decks as you take in stunning views of Saratoga Passage & Mt. Baker, a freshly remodeled gourmet kitchen, and custom architectural details throughout.

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LOUIS MUNIZ

CELL 360.969.1028

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NEW LISTING

SHORE AVENUE, FREELAND

Spectacular beachfront home with picturesque views of Mt. Rainier & Puget Sound shipping lanes. 50+/- feet of waterfront with grassy lawn leading to the sandy beach. Spacious open floor plan with plenty of room for visitors & gatherings.

MLS #1574779 $1,950,000

NEW LISTING ON THE COVER

EAGLE GLEN LANE, CLINTON

Around the corner from Maxwelton Beach is a peaceful single-level retreat within private acreage, yet not secluded.

Year-round outdoor living against the backdrop of a waterfall feature and sounds of nature the valley attracts.

MLS #1563928 $625,000

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LOT 1 OLIN PLACE, CLINTON

Beautiful, cleared, level 4.8+/- acres with approved soil log & shared well connection. Wide-open space allows for all day sun minutes from the Clinton ferry.

MLS #1491224 $150,000 Homes~Land ISLANDER

XXX CARIE LANE, FREELAND

Sunny 0.56+/- acres ready to build. Water availability paid, electricity at the street, 3-bedroom septic permit paid & approved... All that awaits is your vision.

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Kathi Phillips

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2146 SW ROSARIO PLACE - OAK HARBOR Four bedroom rambler in the Plat of East Park. This sharp home features a great room design with vaulted ceilings, custom wood flooring throughout, cozy gas fireplace and spacious kitchen with tile flooring. Large master suite, 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths. Private landscaped fenced backyard along with an over-sized 2 car garage. This home is light and bright and ready for your furniture!

MLS#1569648 $378,900

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31359 SR 20 - OAK HARBOR

This 2 level commercial building w/ 2,644 sq ft with an excellent SR 20 highway exposure location. Zoned C-3. Currently vacant. Main level includes a large commercial kitchen area, guest dining & private patio for outdoor enjoyment.

Upper level bar with beautiful views of Oak Harbor Bay along with wrap around deck. Various areas of new flooring and interior painting. 30 plus parking spaces.

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Sheila Davies

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RE/MAX Acorn Properties, Inc. 32800 SR 20, Suite 2, Oak Harbor (360) 679-4585

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John L. Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village

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John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South

CHERYL KEEFE Broker/Owner 206.930.7316 cheryl@whidbey.com

#1 BROKER FOR 20 YEARS ON WHIDBEY ISLAND

ON THE COVER - NEW LISTING UNDER CONTRACT

LAGOON POINT CANAL HOME Exceptional quality crafted west-facing home on the waterfront canal at Lagoon Point enjoys world class sunsets, fishing & beachcombing for miles. Open floor plan on one level features beautiful Georgia pine floors, clear fir craftsman french doors, windows, trim & touches thru-out + newly remodeled baths.

Sunny, extra large, double corner lot, fenced with raised garden beds, several decks, hot tub, fire pit, dock with new steel pilings & plenty of parking too.

MLS1573519 / $650,000

ONE-LEVEL HOME ON ACREAGE Serene setting

overlooking beautiful green pastures with pretty pond & 1-level charming home has it all for the best of Island Living. High ceilings, cozy fireplace, big kitchen with island, master with jetted tub all move-in ready. Bring horses, ride on your own trails or the miles of trails at Trillium just across the street, get eggs from your own chicken coop, pick peaches, pears apples cherries, grapes, raspberries, plums, apricots or vegetables from raised beds in the fenced garden.

MLS1572437 / $529,000

PENDING

UNDER CONTRACT

NEW LISTING UNDER CONTRACT

UNDER CONTRACT

HIDDEN WESTSIDE GEM Whidbey’s best hidden gem set on over 1 private acre with views over Puget Sound, the Olympics, shipping lanes & the lighthouse at Bush Pt. Floor to ceiling windows, master on the main, cooks kitchen, cozy gas stove, doors re-purposed from the Langley water tower & guest wing w/ bedroom, office + its own entrance & bath. Beautiful landscape, raised beds, Trex decks & garage converted to an art studio with stunning views too.

MLS1568913 / $995,000 PENDING

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John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South

COMMERCIAL BUILDING IN THE HEART OF LANGLEY Own a part of Langley’s history with this charming

CHERYL KEEFE

Broker/Owner 206.930.7316 cheryl@whidbey.com

NEW LISTING

historic building. Built originally in 1939 by Julius Dettrich as a barber shop & beauty parlor & also known as “Watson Towers” during the 70’s & 80’s when it was law offices. This stand-alone building has 2 finished floors, an unfinished basement, full bath, outdoor side deck & yard + two designated parking spaces in the back. Currently two tenants - Chops Barbershop & Whidbey Art Escape (please do not disturb). Future expansion opportunities.

MLS1574997 / $498,000

NEW LISTING

THE VILLAGE

BY THE SEA

COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL Live in Downtown

Langley, enjoy stunning views of Saratoga Passage & enjoy income from 2 tenants on the ground floor. Over 5000 sq. ft. of living space to design any way you like upstairs. Condo plans available. 16 parking spaces plus elevator. Approximate Proforma Cap Rate 9.4%.

MLS1147699 / MLS1141857 / $1,495,000

MLS1382224 / $475,000 CUSTOM HOME & GUEST COTTAGE 200+ ft of

waterfront w/ tidelands on 1.7+/- acres in 2 parcels can be your own slice of heaven. Custom home flooded w/ natural light, high vaulted ceilings & wall of windows encasing Mt. Baker in all her glory. Open floor plan, view master-suite & guest bed/ bath & office on main floor. Flex/loft & ½ bath w/ entertainment/ workout/craft & sleeping space + charming view guest studio & delightful garden cottage all set on arboretum inspired grounds & gardens. Beach access w/ launch & dock too!

MLS1536937 / $798,000

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Last chance to build your own dream & be part of Langley “The Village by the Sea.” Tucked behind the newly remodeled Braeburn Restaurant, with plenty of parking near by, this unique piece of property is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Renowned Architect Ross Chapin has sketched preliminary design for 2-buildings w/ both commercial & living spaces & potential views of Saratoga Passage.

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DAN GULDEN

Real Estate Broker Cell: 206.854.3150 Office: 360.221.1828 dan@dangulden.com

LANGLEY ACREAGE Extremely rare opportunity to own 16.9+/- acres comprising two tax parcels (R32910-450-2770 & R32910-460-3100) near Langley. Pastoral meadow entrance leading to nicely tree’d rear parcel. Amazing potential for private estate property or develop. Front parcel is 6.9+/acres, rear parcel is approx. 10+/- acres. Parcels being sold together. Front parcel had previous homesite with septic (no AsBuilt) & well (no data).

MLS1459584 / $550,000

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BRADSHAW VIEW VIEW VIEW. Holmes Harbor Golf Community lot. Fantastic opportunity to build your dream house. Wonderful dead end street with nice homes and spectacular views of Holmes Harbor and Cascades in addition to fairway views. Approximately one mile to Freeland shopping, dining, and conveniences, as well as Freeland Park and boat launch. Power, sewer, and water available at the street.

MLS1278530 / $89,900

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John L. Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village

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LISA ROGERS

Real Estate Broker Cell: 360.929.5968 Office: 360.221.1828 lisa@whidbeyisland.com NEW LISTING PENDING INSPECTION

2727 SUN VISTA CIRCLE • CLINTON Architecturally designed view home is centrally located in Sun Vista Community at Bayview.

Useless Bay, Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains, majestic fir trees & territorial vistas compose a view to be enjoyed and remarked upon! Main house is a Great Room concept w/ vaulted ceilings and open floor plan, 2BR & 1.5BA. Detatched studio apartment with 1BR, ¾BA also has vaulted ceilings & views. Plus a micro artist studio or office in the lower level of the studio apt w/ ¾BA. MLS 1568272 / $599,000 NEW LISTING PENDING INSPECTION

PENDING FEASIBILITY

LAND FOR SALE: XXX Glendale Rd, Clinton MLS 1305007 $219,000 Beautiful Whidbey acreage! 6.74 +/- acres offers huge trees and privacy in a magical setting.Selective logging just completed to let in some light and allow vision for future potential home sites!

516 2ND STREET • LANGLEY Desirable Langley location features cottage home on spacious lot that could be fixed up or subdivided! 1930’s 2BR, 1.5BA needs updating and includes a detached garage/shop w/ carport & storage space. Views of Saratoga Passage, Cascade Mts and Langley cityscape! Level lot with mature fruit and nut trees plus rhodies.

Potential for a darling view cottage or split up into 2 or 3 lots... potentially keeping the existing house and build two more! The seaside Village of Langley awaits!

MLS 1460068 / $575,000 PENDING FEASIBILITY

Lot 1-2 Seacrest Lane, Coupeville MLS 1025900 $69,477 Shy acre in neighborhood of nice homes.

Community well, soil logs complete, perks for up to 4BR alternative septic system. A wonderful private setting with western exposure. Private community beach is just down the street!

XXX Delphinium Drive, Coupeville MLS 1533551 $85,000

Mostly level corner lot in Harbor Estates Community. Wooded with mix of fir & alder. Excellent location close to the Greenbank Farm trail system plus a fantastic private beach access with picnic area & boat launch. Water access for crabbing & boating is a big selling point here! Soils for alternative septic system.

Water share is paid for, buyer will have to pay for & install a eter. Located in an area of nice homes and just 17.5 miles to the Clinton ferry. Island living awaits!

XXX SR 525, Coupeville MLS 1385149 $179,000 14+ acres, perk tested with soil logs on file for 4 BR septic systems in two potential sites. Close to Greenbank Farm trails & public beach access at Ledgewood Beach. Come see this beautiful wooded parcel, trails blazed to see the land.

KIM KRAMER

Real Estate Broker Cell: 360.914.0105 Office: 360.221.1828 kimken@whidbey.com

2014 WIAR REALTOR OF THE YEAR ac Under Contr

CHARMING ONE-LEVEL HOME Charming starter or vacation home w/ main floor living on easy maintenance lot. Lrg front deck, lrg carport w/ easy access to covered side entry & private backyard entertaining area. Manufactured home w/ conventionally built addition of bright kitchen & family room w/ freestanding propane stove in addition to the large living room w/ propane stove, master suite, 2nd bedroom & darling main bathroom. Com pool, clubhouse & boat launch.

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CUSTOM WATERFRONT ESTATE 32k in upgraded new heating system & tile floors! Stunningly unique and luxurious Langley home w/ vibrant stained glass, soaring wood-beam ceilings, grand stone fire & superb marble floors. Panoramic mountain & water views. Stylish hi-end kitchen, large master w/ fire and two large ensuite baths. Gorgeous parklike property w/ expansive hi-bank waterfront. Huge 2-story MIL suite w/ loft, kitchen, private entry.

MLS1250607 / $1,475,000 Homes~Land ISLANDER

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FREELAND

$329,000

Two-bedroom home located on a quiet street with a peek-a-boo view of Mutiny Bay. Home features tongue & groove knotty pine walls, fir floors, large carport and shop with electricity.

Enjoy the gardens. #1568626 Bill Davis 360-969-0365

PENDING

LEDGEWOOD BEACH

$339,000

West-facing views compliment the open floor plan. New deck and hot tub with big views of Admiralty Inlet, Olympics and sunsets. Many updates. Detached garage with shop and wood stove. #1572548 Dana Hezel 360-632-1075

GREENBANK

$359,000

Well-maintained home located at the end of cul-de-sac offers quiet and private living with 2 BR, 2 BA, separate den/office, newer appliances and flooring + carport with attached shed.

Beach access nearby. #1571150 Alicia Dietrich 310-994-0073

CLINTON

$450,000

New construction underway for a 3 BR, 2 BA home with a 2-stall attached garage on a sunny 0.25± acre lot. Views of Deer Lagoon from your back patio or filtered views of Useless Bay from covered porch. #1565042 Dan Fouts 360-969-5957

HOLMES HARBOR

$495,000

PENDING

Well-maintained, 3 BR, 2.5 BA home with a bonus room situated on a quiet street corner.

Sit on the back deck looking out at the harbor. New upgrades include furnace, heat pump, water heater and more. #1568476 Jessica Hart 360-929-2822

LANGLEY

$635,000

Three-bedroom rambler with master on the main. 9+ gorgeous landscaped acres. 3± miles to Langley and 5± miles to the Clinton ferry. Manicured and fenced property. #1572588 Steve Strehlau 206-819-3411 / Gordy Frederickson 360-914-2566

VACANT LAND

FREELAND - $38,000 Level area that slopes allows for a daylight basement. Nice flat area for backyard below. Utilities in the street. Site Registration complete for alternative system. Near Freeland, beaches, and restaurants. #1490914 Dana Hezel 360-632-1075 ADMIRALS COVE - $119,000 Build your dream home on this flat, ready to built back beach lot. Enjoy tranquility of the lagoon facing east and breathtaking shipping lanes, Olympic Mountains and Port Townsend ferry west views. #1542079 Dan Fouts 360-969-5957 BEVERLY BEACH - $180,000 Lovely lot(s) that are nice and level for easy build. Water and power at the street. Sandy loamy soils should allow standard septic system. Build on one or two and spin off one or two for future use. #1569349 Bryan McCourt 360-632-3770

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NMLS #305224 Sr. Mortgage Loan Origin Certified Military Housing

360-679-5632

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650 NE Bankowski Midway Blvd, Suite 101 | Oak Harbor, 98277Porter NE Midway Blvd, Suite 101 | Oak Harbor, WA 98 650 NEWA Midway Blvd, Suite 101 | Oak650 Harbor, WATennant 98277 Lyn DeRhonda Dawn

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Whidbey View Homes

Rare Opportunity For An Outstanding 23.8 Acre View Property ...

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...Unlike any other on Whidbey Island. The Ebey’s Prairie House is a custom designed, earth bermed 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2,786 sq ft home situated on a ridge overlooking Historic Ebey’s Prairie in the heart of The Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, with views across the prairie out to Admiralty Inlet, the snowcapped Olympic Mountain Range and beyond. WOW! The land has been put in a Conservation Easement where its beauty and magnificence will be forever protected from development. Pacific Northwest/ Frank Lloyd Wright style. Great Room Concept.

Patios and Gardens. Barn/stable and outdoor Sauna. Property is currently an AirBnB. Absolute privacy. Too many amenities to list here. Come see for yourself. Fabulous!

MLS #1468022

Offered at $1,395,000

Specializing in Waterfront and View Properties Island Wide

Pamela Z. Hill, MCNE, CRS Owner • Designated Broker

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www.WhidbeyViewHomes.com 11 NW Coveland, Suite A PO Box 665 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-2095 Office 360-320-2411 Cell

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