Pacific NW Homes - Skagit, Island & Snohomish, Issue 1-20

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Real Estate for Sale in Skagit, Island & North Snohomish Counties

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Traditional One Level Hilltop Home See my ad on page 8.

Carla Fischer 360-982-0010

carla@skagittraditionrealty.com

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914 15th Street Anacortes, WA 98221 360-299-SOLD

Debbie Benjamin (360) 708-8780

debbiebenjamin@remax.net

Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

1986

I’ve changed my style over the years but NEVER my commitment to providing Superior Seller and Buyer Representation.

2020 is off to an exciting start as I have made a move myself! It is with great pleasure to announce that I am now affiliated with RE/MAX Gateway in Anacortes. I look forward to continuing to serve my clients in all of Skagit County, and expanding into Fidalgo Island.

Ready to make a move? Let’s Talk!

Call, Text, Email or send a message in a bottle.

34 Years of Real Estate Experience! Experience Counts!

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Elaine McDowell

Tom Kier

360.929.1500 cell 360.675.5953 ext 231

360.333.2248 cell 360.675.5953 tomkier@windermere.com

WHIDBEY ISLAND

32785 SR 20, Suite 4 • Oak Harbor, WA 98277

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UNIQUE NW BOATING COMMUNITY ON WHIDBEY ISLAND! SUPERB Custom 2500+ SF water and mountain view home. Southern exposure, open plan, vaulted ceilings, tons of windows to enjoy the Marina, Cascades and the passage. Huge tile entry, gleaming hardwood floors, gas fireplace, great room concept, formal and casual living spaces, plus dining and Gourmet kitchen! Tons of decking! 3 car garage plus room for boat, large corner lot with fruit trees. Enjoy the Marina, beach access, tennis, crabbing & fishing. $525,000 MLS:1521031 www.pnwwhomes.com/674168

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QUAINT COUPEVILLE! Location, Location, Location!!! One block off Front Street to enjoy the water front shops and restaurants, boating and fishing, and downtown activities like mussel festival, art exhibits and farmers markets. Join the fun! Mountain and Bay views! 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, over 1,200 square feet ready for your creative flair and dreams. $250,000 MLS:1433064 www.pnwwhomes.com/510674

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www.GinaDavis.net • GinaDavis@Windermere.com

ANACORTES PROPERTIES

SAN JUAN PASSAGE LIVING Cape Cod bungalow with San Juan Islands views in sought after community. Main level living, French doors & Dutch door open to deck. Built-in shelves encase the upstairs family room with amazing views. Lower level oversize 2 car garage with storage & wine room option. Stroll along the water, play pickle ball just down the way or take a trip to the San Juans. 4510 Clipper Drive, Anacortes $859,900 www.pnwwhomes.com/658873

SALE PENDING! CUTE WOODRIDGE HOME Front living room formal space or office. Darling family room open to the kitchen. Inviting with fireplace, eating space & tons of windows. Main level master has walk-in closet & bath, 2 more bedrooms upstairs with 3/4 bath. Plenty of storage throughout, generously sized laundry room with access to 2 car garage. Private backyard, deck & partial fenced over looks a green belt. 4507 Blakely Dr, Anacortes $424,999 www.pnwwhomes.com/506474

FIDALGO BAY & MT BAKER VIEW This cozy 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home has room for everyone. Expanded living spaces offer abundant natural light, office, 2 master suites, large family room upstairs with sweet upper deck. Relax outside on the deck or patio with fenced yard & lush landscaping.

New exterior paint, most appliances & light fixtures are new, beautifully redone hardwood floors. Near town, parks & more! 1512 38th St, Anacortes $674,900 www.pnwwhomes.com/669249

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Homeport to the San Juan Islands

Discover the vibrant colors and beautiful scenery in our Old Town. Take a casual stroll and enjoy cafés & fine dining. Find unique gifts & remembrances in our art galleries & antique shops.

There is something for everyone in Anacortes. Plan a day trip or a vacation here & explore the waters on kayaks, sailboats, or Whale watching tours. Immerse yourself in nature while hiking, biking, birding, crabbing & more. Fantastic events draw artisans & onlookers of all ages; the Anacortes Arts & Skagit Tulip festivals & other great area attractions. Or just simply relax; soaking in the warm summer sunsets & gazing upon gorgeous islands & mountains views.

Nestled between Seattle & Vancouver, B.C., Anacortes is the life blood of Fidalgo Island, the hub of the San Juan Islands.

Come see for yourself how easy it is to get away without going very far. Make this your next destination!

Cruise on in and see what makes this place so special!

About 80 miles North of Seattle, about 90 miles South of Vancouver, BC. Take Hwy 20 and go West.

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Whidbey Island...

Come Ashore, Stay Awhile.

Deception Pass Bridge, the gateway to Whidbey Island, is a wonder to behold. The bridge and the surrounding park is the most visited park in Washington State, second only to Mount Rainier. Enjoy unparalleled beauty, unforgettable sunsets, a myriad of colors only found in raw nature, and expansive views.

Whidbey Island is rich with amazing communities like Coupeville, Fort Casey, Greenbank, Langley, Oak Harbor & more, also home to Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.

Filled with activity for families of all ages and rich in local art, entertainment and natural beauty. Discover a hidden treasure offered by local artisans in unique boutique or antique shops. Enjoy the many festivals including the Forth of July Parade, Kite Festival, Street Fairs, Highland Games to name a few. Relax in the open waters on a tour, or explore miles of beaches.

Whidbey Island welcomes you.

Contact a local RealtorÂŽ to find out more about living on Whidbey Island.

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Windermere Real Estate Whidbey Island

(360) 675-5953 Oak Harbor (360) 678-5858 Coupeville 32785 SR 20, Suite 4, Oak Harbor, WA 98277

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QUINTESSENTIAL BEACH CABIN 86’ ± medium bank waterfront in the heart of the Beverly Beach community.

Tranquil Holmes Harbor views, peaceful setting among the trees. Perfect Island retreat. Cozy interior spaces, knotty pine & large fireplace. Private community beach access nearby. 2 bedroom septic.

Bring your imagination & dreams. Sold As Is. $550,000 MLS:1530128 Renee Cash Chong 206-714-9427 www.pnwwhomes.com/509131

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SPECTACULAR VIEW! Enjoy boat traffic & eagles or launch your kayak from the community beach.

This home has many useful spaces. The room off the garage could be separate living quarters, theatre or hobby room. Main floor great room, fireplace, 2 bedrooms & bath. Upper level is all master suite with slider to deck. Front yard garden space & orchard. $499,900 MLS:1551534 Karen Cox 360-969-1560 www.pnwwhomes.com/509091

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ADORABLE COUPEVILLE BEACH CABIN Here it is! Your new home or investment property across from the beach! Near downtown Coupeville, Whidbey Island.

View deck on both upper floors, private master & bath, new carpet, bonus room off the garage. Fenced yard, expansive hardscaping, separate garden space & 2 outbuildings. Community beach, pool and outdoor BBQ nearby. $470,000 MLS:1474502 Konni Smith 360-929-3895 www.pnwwhomes.com/505686

Buyer’s market, Seller’s market... Either way, It’s an “I-need-a-REALTOR®” market.

Right now rates are low and home choices are plentiful. But no matter which way the market is leaning, it’s essential to work with a professional. REALTORS® have an objective eye and are experienced in seeing things from both a buyer’s and a seller’s perspective. Now more than ever, you need a REALTOR® to help you achieve your goals and realize your dreams.

North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® Mount Vernon, WA • (360) 416-4902

www.nspar.realtor

Every market is different, Call a REALTOR® Today!

Ask if your agent is a REALTOR®, a member of the National Association of REALTORS®

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Pacific Northwest Washington Homes 3780 E. College Way • Mt. Vernon, WA

360-424-0300 www.SkagitTraditionRealty.com Danya Wolf, Designated Broker / Owner • 360.708.8294

$950,000

$699,000

VERY PRIVATE 1.5 ACRES Craftsman 2278 SF home, office, main level master, 2nd master upstairs. Stain glass windows. Granite kitchen tops, handcrafted cabinets. Detached 702 SF, 1 bed, 1 bath home, 2 car garage. 1080 SF shop, pond & waterfall. MLS:1494916 Danya Wolf 360708-8294 | Elva Hunter 360-202-3086 www.pnwwhomes.com/663122

BRAND NEW LUXURY HOME Eaglemont Golf Community! 3,315 SF, 4 bed, 3.5 bath home. Island kitchen, SS appliances, granite counters. Great room gas fireplace, deck. Main floor living, master bath & walk-in closet. Upstairs 2nd master, bath & 2 bedrooms. MLS:1405852 John & Elva Hunter 360-202-3086 www.pnwwhomes.com/594009

$410,000

$200,000

TRADITIONAL ONE LEVEL HILLTOP HOME Hilltop 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home with a peaceful setting. Skylights, vaulted ceilings & French doors to patio. Large 1/3 acre, great gardening; storage & potting shed. Oversize 3 car garage. Shop/ art studio has natural light, power & insulation.

MLS:1531254 Carla Fischer 360-982-0010 www.pnwwhomes.com/677346

360-982-0010 360-941-2983 360-840-7931

FANTASTIC COMMUNITY! Adorable park model with a great deck just up the hill from the lake. Start planning your getaway.

Ideal for a winter retreat. Private & gated Lake Tyee community has club house, pools, hot tubs, sports courts, beach, boat launch, hiking, fishing & more.

MLS:1551671 Sherry Ruderman 360-540-1552 www.pnwwhomes.com/513187

JoAnn Boudreau Elva Hunter John Hunter

360-391-0746 360-202-3086 360-202-3854

START YOUR NEW EAGLEMONT HOME! Private 13, 929 SF lot. All utilities in the street, surrounded by wooded greenbelt, minutes to Clubhouse, Fitness Center & Fireweed Terrace Restaurant & Lounge. Eaglemont is an 18 hole Championship Golf Course! $115,000 MLS:1504177 John & Elva Hunter 360-202-3086 www.pnwwhomes.com/513384

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BEAUTIFUL LAKE TYEE VACATION PROPERTY 2016 Cavco Park Model with stackable w/d h/u.

Sunny lot, comfort station nearby. Just up from the lake. Full size appliances. Enjoy the amenities: pools, hot tubs, basketball, volleyball, tennis, horse shoes, miniature golf, hiking, fishing & lake.

MLS:1446939 Sherry Ruderman 360-540-1552 www.pnwwhomes.com/641607

LOTS OF CHARACTER INSIDE & OUT Charming home with abundant natural light, tankless water heater, spacious kitchen, metal roof.

Park like setting, outdoor fireplace, gazebo, hot tub, garden space & outbuildings. Separate lot with potential included. MLS:1529755 Call Carla Fischer 360-982-0010 | Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983 www.pnwwhomes.com/513693

$115,000

READY TO BUILD Build your custom home on beautiful level lot, with Eaglemont Golf Course in your back yard.

Surrounded by Classic homes. City Utilities in the street. Community regulated by CC&R’s & Architectural Control. $200,000 MLS:1490585 Call John and Elva Hunter at 360-202-3086 www.pnwwhomes.com/663119

$52,000

Carla Fischer Suzanne Jenkins Brett Tacker

$450,000

Celia Miller Russ Lanker Yolanda Sakuma

LOVELY FUTURE BUILDING SITE Requires using water catchment system to obtain building permit. Currently precluded from using wells. Power to property. Nicely treed level tract of land with open area ready for building in the future. Paved street. Close to Rasar State Park!

MLS:1475444 Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 www.pnwwhomes.com/523607

360-391-6065 Sherry Ruderman 360-708-1117 Lynn Jenssen 360-421-0435

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Why should I use a REALTOR®

when buying or selling a home?

• A REALTOR® is looking out for your best financial interests, contractually bound to protect you and your hard earned investments.

• A REALTOR® stays up to date with the complex and ever-changing real estate regulations, laws, contracts and practices.

• A REALTOR® can help you make the right decisions. They can provide you with important details about homes you’re considering that you may not be aware of.

• A REALTOR® knows the local market and can provide you with the most current market sales data, giving you the ability to price your home accordingly, maximizing your potential earnings.

• A REALTOR® is your advocate. They can help you navigate complex contracts & negotiations, and bring an objective voice to a very subjective situation.

• A REALTOR® is a professional who adheres to a code of ethics that has been in place for over 100 years, treating you, the consumer, professionally and ethically in all transaction-related matters.

Make sure you have a REALTOR® on your side when buying or selling Real Estate.

To get a list of local REALTOR® offices, contact

North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® 525 East College Way, Suite J, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Phone (360) 416-4902 • www.npsar.realtor

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www.nexthomepreviewproperties.com

360.848.8900

info@nexthomepreviewproperties.com Each office is independently owned and operated

1615 Buck Way Suite A • Mt. Vernon, WA 98273

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EAGLEMONT CONDO Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 2 story condo with main level living, 2 car garage & basement. Lower level could be MIL apartment. Decks on both levels enjoy greenbelt views.

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NEW CONSTRUCTION IN BURLINGTON Large level lot in walkable neighborhood. Across the street from K-8 school, close by parks & shopping. Many plans to choose from. MLS:1547570 Dave Prutzman 425.308.9397 www.pnwwhomes.com/509148 $5 6

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WALK TO LA CONNER! SHELTER BAY New 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath mfg Custom NW Contemporary home in the Historic Town 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1 Story of La Conner. If you’ve been home with Skagit Bay views. waiting for the perfect home Well designed floor plan with in LaConner, this is a must see! MLS:1547520 Greg Nelson spacious sun room, slate floors, vaulted ceilings, easy care 360.661.1558 landscaping. MLS:1528574 Jim Degroot 360.770.1516 www.pnwwhomes.com/509138 www.pnwwhomes.com/676382 $4

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MOUNT VERNON CONDO Newly constructed 2443 sq ft, 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath features LA CONNER BUILDING LOT main floor living. Lower floor Great lot for your new home, top of the hill on Muckleshoot offers a 2nd master suite, guest room, separate bath & 2nd living room. Amazing year Circle in Shelter Bay. Enjoy the great Shelter Bay community amenities. MLS:1358298 Jim Degroot 360.770.1516 round views. MLS:1522321 Michelle Van Wyck 360.630.4423 www.pnwwhomes.com/596507 www.pnwwhomes.com/610144

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Want to get away?

Enjoy the island experience without the hype. Just about an hour from Seattle or two hours from Vancouver, BC, Camano Island offers the island lifestyle without the hassle of a ferry or busy tourist traps.

Find your favorite spot among the great parks that offer miles of beaches, vintage beach cabins, and the views...oh the views! Utsalady Bay and Cavalero Beach offer boaters convenient launch sites. Beautiful Camano Island State Park, afternoon strollers will find easy beach access, picnic shelters, campsites, beach combing, boat launch, and breathtaking Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains views across yachtsmen’s popular waterway, Saratoga Passage. Cama Beach State Park, a restored 1930’s fishing resort with year-round cabin rentals, offers a unique chance to step back to a time before televisions and computers and enjoy nature pure & simple.

The unique appeal of Camano Island is that it offers visitors a real-life island experience. There are a few restaurants, a handful of country-style grocery stores, bed and breakfast facilities, and intriguing fine art galleries to serve the those who have discovered Camano Island. Explore nature, play golf and fish year round.

Discover Camano Island!

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www.HomesByJP.com

818 North Sunrise Blvd Camano Island, WA 98282

360.631.1484

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NEW ROCKY PT LUXURY! $450k Gorgeous NEW Construction on NW Camano, with Private Beach. High-quality Slab Counters, 10’ Ceilings, Great Central Fireplace, Rinnai Tankless Hot Water. Master Suite with Tile Shower & Soaking Tub. Barn Doors, Wanescotting, Covered Outdoor Deck, Nice Yard. Walk to your Beach for Crabbing, Fishing, etc. Relax in Your New Turn-Key Home! www.pnwwhomes.com/508467

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LUXURY NEW BEACH HOME! $899k New Home with WESTERLY VIEWS perched just above Madrona for Crabbing, Boating & Beach FUN! Outdoor Living Space with Fireplace+TV. Dream Kitchen, View Master with Heated Floor Spa-Bath. Giant Bonus Room/Theater, Wet Bar. Minutes to I-5! Watch the Sunsets & Hear the Boats and Beach Activity. www.pnwwhomes.com/605745

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AMAZING PACKAGE! $379k! Immaculate 3 bedroom, 3 bath Camano Island Home, Partial View & Giant, Private fenced 1/4 Acre Lot! Deck, Roof, Detached Shop/Shed, Patio & Bonus Room!

Boat/RV Parking. Private Backyard. Quiet Street www.pnwwhomes.com/676317

Top Producer 2002-2019

DREAM HOME, SHOP, APARTMENT, PRIVACY! $795k North End Camano 5 Acres! Like-New, Incredible Master Suite & Spa Bath. Scandinavian Touches, Slab Granite, Vaulted Ceilings, 2 Gas Fireplaces, Upper Bonus Room and Patio. Guest Apartment. www.pnwwhomes.com/610011

NEED LISTINGS! Record Low Inventories may mean it is Time to Sell!

Call or Email JP for your free Market Analysis, Anytime. Homes come & go quickly in Today’s Market.

J.P. DeBoer 3 6 0 . 631.14 8 4 Whether you are a Buyer or a Seller: sales are up 20%, meaning www.HomesByJP.com more listings are being added daily; but they’re Selling Fast!

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JAN MATHER

YOUR CAMANO ISLAND EXPERT

360-507-4133

Excellent Service, Extensive Knowledge Especially fun to work with

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The Real Estate Winds are Shifting

By Scott Friedl, Keller Williams Real Estate; Jamie Yantis, Windermere Skagit Valley; Megan O’Bryan, Windermere Skagit Valley; Dean Hayes, Bay Equity Home Loans

For the last several years, homeowners across the country as well as right here in Skagit and Island Counties have enjoyed double-digit appreciation in home values. The gains of the last few years have now exceeded the losses incurred as a result of the 2009-2011 housing crash. Many have questioned whether these gains are sustainable – others fear we may be about to experience another housing bubble.

In large metropolitan areas across the nation, home price increases are starting to cool off. Even in the red-hot Seattle market, a 48% increase in the number of listings is causing home prices to slow from its rapid incline.

Seattle was recently dethroned as the hottest housing market in the country, after topping the list for the last two years.

What happens in Seattle is usually felt in Skagit County about six months later, notes Megan O’Bryan of Windermere Skagit Valley. Island County is not far behind. There has not yet been a surge of new listings here as Seattle and other markets have seen. In fact, new listings in Skagit County continue to dwindle and are 23% behind last year’s pace, contributing to a shortage of available homes to buy and rising home prices. Island county listings are 22% behind. Over the last 12 months, home prices in Skagit County have gone up 13% and Island County home prices have increased 15%, according to the Northwest Multiple Listing Service.

Still, change is coming, and as O’Bryan says, “I feel the winds have shifted, and now we need to adjust our sails.”

To be ahead of the market, sellers need to adjust their expectations when listing a home for sale. “Sellers need to be realistic. Before, it was all in the seller’s favor – no inspections, no improvements, no concessions. Now sellers need to improve the home and be realistic about prices, improvements and negotiations. Sellers need to reset their expectations.”

Scott Friedl, broker with Keller Williams Real Estate adds, “From 6 months ago, there is definitely a pumping of the brakes. It’s a little different. My personal business is growing, but for the market overall – I feel a shift coming. The market is less crazy than it was just six months ago.”

THIS DOESN’T MEAN WE HAVE ANOTHER HOUSING BUBBLE ON THE HORIZON. What occurred at the end of the last decade was due to poor home lending guidelines. Many of the large investors were approving loans without doing proper due diligence, and too many people were allowed to purchase homes.

Today, tighter lending guidelines and a more thorough review of a home buyer’s ability to repay the loan has virtually eliminated the woes of the past. Distressed home sales – those due to bankruptcy, foreclosure or bank repossession – are down to just 3% of the overall market, much lower than the 35% level seen as recently as 2014.

Additionally, the economic conditions around the country remain strong with unemployment dipping below 4% for the first time in over a decade. “The home buying market is strong and will remain strong,” says Jamie Yantis, broker with Windermere Skagit. “If you look at the trajectory over time, home prices going up at 11% per year the last two years was simply a “catch up” bump to where home prices should have been had we never had the housing bubble. Now that we’ve caught up, we should continue to see home prices increase, but at a more normal 4% per year – pretty close to the 40-year average.”

North Puget Sound Association of Realtors®

525 E College Way, Suite J • Mount Vernon, WA 98273 • 360-416-4902 Mission Statement: North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® advocates for REALTORS® and their clients and promotes the protection of property rights.

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Meanwhile, buyers continue to have concerns over increasing home prices. “Fear of being in a multiple offer situation, and possibly over-paying, has cooled the normally hot summer market. Buyers are deciding to step back on their pursuit of a home purchase,” says Yantis. However, from a historical perspective, housing affordability is still better than it has been at any time in the past 30 years (other than from 2009 to 2015 when the housing market was shedding 30% of its inventory in the form of distressed sales). Yantis continues, “As sales slow, it will create buying opportunities. Buyers need to think about getting back into the market.”

MORTGAGE RATES REMAIN AT HISTORICALLY LOW LEVELS. “We’re still sitting on some of the best mortgage rates in history. Over the last 40 years, our mortgage rates have averaged 8%, so anything below that is great.” Dean Hayes, Senior Loan Officer with Bay Equity Home Loans.

The Federal Reserve has been helping the housing market by purchasing Mortgage Backed Securities and other treasury instruments, thus pushing interest rates down. Now that the Fed feels the economy is heading the right direction, it has been reversing its strategy by not purchasing any more securities. A lack of demand of those bonds has been causing interest rates to move up.

Buyers who have been putting off their search may want to get their pre-approval refreshed by their lender and contact their Realtor® to get their search parameters updated. And sellers who have been hoping for top dollar on their home will likely have to reset their expectations.

North Puget Sound Association of Realtors®

525 E College Way, Suite J • Mount Vernon, WA 98273 • 360-416-4902 Mission Statement: North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® advocates for REALTORS® and their clients and promotes the protection of property rights.

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Larry Humes 360.319.1048

Larry@LarryHumes.com

www.LarryHumes.com

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READY-TO-BUILD LOT This is on a very quiet section of 38th St up Cowgill from Samish Way and just down hill from Samish Highlands. Water and Power are at the street, and septic tests have been done.

The lot faces West toward Bellingham Bay and the afternoon sun, and evening sunsets.

It’s ready for your home design and for you to move into your new home! $165,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/547830

11.77 ACRE PARCEL Between Friday Creek Rd & Old 99. Open sunny lot. Ability to drill a well. Septic system needed or hook up to sewer line on the East side of Old 99. Parcel map & additional details available.

No CC&Rs. MFG/Modular or Conventional stickbuilt homes can be located on several potential building sites. Title is open at Guardian NorthWest Title & Escrow. $199,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/500500

READY-TO-BUILD LOT The last available building lot in Hel-Lyn Park, just East of Britton Rd., on a quiet tree-lined street in the County, just outside City limits. All utilities available & the building site is defined.

Marketable trees could help pay for part of your new home. Most studies on the property are done: ready for your modular or stick-built home. No Age Restriction in CC&Rs! $139,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/601011

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Welcome to

Skagit Valley!

Eagle Festival, Concrete

Eagle Haven Winery, SW

Do More, See More!

Who knew you could get away without going far at all? Skagit Valley is centrally located between Seattle & Vancouver, British Columbia; and is rich in natural beauty and history. Enjoy wide open spaces, some of the most stunning views and that “small town” feel, but still within an easy drive to the bigger cities. From the North Cascades to the depths of the bays, this little slice of Washington is sure to appease your drive for adventure.

Padilla Bay Reserve, Bayview

Blau Oyster Farm, Samish island

Th is county offers up a veritable buffet of sights to see and activities to do all year long. The artist and photographer alike will enjoy endless sources of inspiration: numerous lakes, rivers, mountains, beaches and amazing wildlife. Sportsmen will fi nd many challenging ways to feed the need: climbing, hiking, kayaking, fishing, skydiving, scuba diving, racing and the list goes on.

To top it all off, enjoy fresh local foods & spirits, great local entertainment and fun shopping experiences found in all corners of this fabulous county. The tulips are always amazing, but there is so much more to see and do, in Skagit Valley!

Skagit Speedway

Drop by for a visit and see just why we call this valley “Home.”

Chances are, you won’t want to leave.

For more information about living, working & playing in Skagit Valley, contact a local REALTOR®.

La Conner Waterfront

Anacortes Bow - Edison Burlington Concrete Conway

Guemes Island La Conner Marblemount Mount Vernon Sedro Woolley

Photos courtesy of Bill Sauneuf Off road fun near Caskey Lake

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Sudden Valley Live like you’re on Vacation!

Contact your REALTOR® to learn more about living & playing in Sudden Valley

Lakeside & Golf Course Community Nestled in the foothills along the shores of Lake Whatcom, Sudden Valley is one of the most beautifully planned communities in the Northwest. It was conceived in the late 60’s and now home to over 7,000 residents & abundant wildlife.

Located just 15 minutes East of Bellingham, Sudden Valley provides a resort-like atmosphere and naturally beautiful setting.

This community offers activities for all ages and abilities, including an 18-hole golf course, marina, Olympic sized pool, library, clubhouse, dog parks, playgrounds, sports courts & storage facility! Miles of hiking trials and beaches on Lake Whatcom and a convenient shopping mall with restaurants, grocery & bank.

Sudden Valley affords its residents year round recreation and enjoyment, all with easy access to the City of Bellingham.

World Class skiing & snowboarding just an hour away at Mount Baker, Lake Whatcom’s waterfront glory, and hiking trails & parks abound.

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1222 S Lake Whatcom Blvd, Views!

1 Morning Beach Dr. #37, Bellingham Sedro Woolley 1 Morning Beach Dr. #4, Bellingham $279,500 | MLS# 1524620 $469,500 | MLS# 1482368 $229,900 | MLS# 1508908

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Lynda Hinton CRS, GRI, Managing Broker

360.303.1023

lynda@lyndahinton.com www.lyndahinton.com

515 W. BAKERVIEW RD BELLINGHAM, WA 98226

IDEALLY LOCATED MULTI-FAMILY LAND! Just shy of one acre zoned Multi Family in the Samish Way Urban Village zone. This area does not require retail, minimal height & setback restrictions. AVT Study states that this property will accommodate 100 units or more & required parking. Ideally located, within walking distance to WWU, shopping & restaurants. Land is level, an easy build at the end of the road. Please do not disturb the Tenant in the existing residence. $3,700,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/502104

The market is moving!

More listings are being added every day & they’re going fast!

WELL MAINTAINED AND UPDATED CONDO! Afford-ability & walk-ability are big these days, and it does not get better than this! Close to the downtown core, parks, restaurants & child care facilities. Owners have put a lot of love & attention in this condo with bamboo & carpet floors, stainless appliances, updated lights & window coverings. End unit, 3 bedroom townhouse-style condo in a quiet & private neighborhood with a one-car garage as well as an assigned parking space. $235,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/510800

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There are plenty of Buyers looking for their new Home!

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LA CONNER ACREAGE Grand estate setting with filtered bay & sunset views! 28+ acre parcel ready for your dream home. Rough driveway, Swinomish Utilities water on site, power in the road, all you need is a septic plan & house design! Fee simple. $350,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/354235

GREAT MALLOY VILLAGE RAMBLER! For just $110/mo, all ext maintenance is taken care of. Not a condo nor age restricted! Corner lot, Mt Baker views. Open floor plan, light & bright with neutral finishes. Lots of storage, walk-in pantry, too! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. $359,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/510782

GORGEOUS DOUBLE LOT Privately situated on a lovely dead end street, surrounded by towering trees, established homes & some new construction. Lake Whatcom views, ready for your dream home! Services in the street. All you need is your permit! $20,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/620264

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Lynda Hinton CRS, GRI, Managing Broker

360.303.1023

515 W. BAKERVIEW RD BELLINGHAM, WA 98226

lynda@lyndahinton.com www.lyndahinton.com

FRONT ROW CONDO! Just steps from Fairhaven and Boulevard Park! This well maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo has unobstructed views of Bellingham Bay, the boardwalk, and San Juan Islands... not to mention the most incredible sunsets! Large deck with a storage closet (another in the common storage area next to the Community Room). This unit has its own laundry, new hot water heater, garbage disposal and carpet. Stunning views from the kitchen, living and dining rooms. 1 covered parking space is included. $525,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/668765 SA LDI NG! P EN E

GREAT RAMBLER IN MALLOY VILLAGE For just $110/month, all of the exterior maintenance is taken care of (cleaning of the roof & gutters once a year, exterior painting along with yard watering, weeding & mowing). This is not a condo nor age restricted. It is a great community! Corner lot, next to small park. Open, light & bright 3 bed, 2 bath plan with neutral finishes. Lots of storage & walk-in pantry! $359,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/502213 SA LDI NG! P EN

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LAKE WHATCOM WATERFRONT PARCEL Awesome half acre parcel, live on Lake Whatcom! Parcel is gently sloped, South facing for a lot of light, approximately 200’ of no bank waterfront. Two parcel numbers (3804321473920000) which includes the BNRR. Seller has the original Water Right Claim Certificate (copy is attached to the listing). This is the first time on the market as it has been in the family for years! $395,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/599240

5-ACRE WATERFRONT ESTATE LOT 398’ Waterfront along Similk Bay in La Conner. Zoning allows for main residence + ADU. Fee simple, Swinomish Utility water & power in the street. Phenomenal bay views & incredible sunsets. $399,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/365247

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Ryan Kent Smith 2930 Newmarket St., Suite 111 Bellingham, WA 98226

Managing Broker, GRI, CIPS 360.865.1798 | TheNorthwest@gmail.com RyanKentSmith.com

Innovation in Marketing | Integrity in Service

Have Ryan’s Team create a successful marketing plan for your home or property.

Sell for peak value in the current hot market!

Investment plus!

BELLINGHAM TRIO OF COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS Everyone in Bellingham drives by this Pivotal Location: Next to Dining & the Bellingham School District Office; near the City Hall, Library & County Courthouse. This is zoned Commercial, Retail, Mixed Use & Residential. Many options for development. All the charm of yesteryear, a boutique style, with all the future promise of a neighborhood already gleaming with new. Rare opportunity: a trio of classic buildings, convenient parking, corner property. Long-term tenants. $668,888 MLS:1472970 www.pnwwhomes.com/635069 EXTRAORDINARY TURN-KEY BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Welcome to French Creek Manor, a dynamic hub for catered events, Murder Mystery Nights, weddings, celebrations, dramas, dancing & community activities. Upgrades galore from the top down; renovated place boasting a kitchen that can satisfy 200 people. 4 Bathrooms!

Stunning decor! The lush landscaping enhances the romantic scenery; huge decks & quality tents. Stage, an entertainment system, tables, chairs, catering equipment. Long term revenue producing enterprise included. Liquor license. $1,200,000 MLS:1512691 www.pnwwhomes.com/535124 INCOME PROPERTY: LYNDEN AREA (CUSTER) HOME ON ACREAGE Massive warehouse (40’ x 70’), 24’ ceilings, workshop, loft, cute studio apartment, plus ADU with separate address & access road. Near I-5 & Birch Bay Square. 3 bedroom fixer-upper home with garden, 2 car garage & private forested setting. $495,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/502031

Call Ryan @ 360.865.1798 for a tour and additional info.

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CALL ME TODAY to learn about your home’s value in this strong seller’s market. I can share with you how to maximize your sales price, advice on how to handle multiple offers, suggestions on getting your home ready for the market, and a marketing plan that works! While I specialize in residential resale, I also have experience in new & resale single & multi-family residential properties, vacant land & commercial sales. Since becoming a Realtor in 1989, over 90% of my business is referral business.

I WANT MY CLIENTS TO BE ABLE TO RECOMMEND ME, WITHOUT RESERVATION, TO FRIENDS OR FAMILY!

FABULOUS MIXED USE BUILDINGS IN GREAT LOCATION 4248 ASF WITH RETAIL AND OFFICE SPACE This office/retail building is in the best location, right on Grove Street. 1.5 blocks East of State Avenue. Front retail has gas forced air & a/c. 21 parking spaces for 5 units. Owner occupies smallest space. Mixed Use Zoning. Attractive buildings, potential for increase in rents. NWMLS:1509284 $675,000 www.pnwwhomes.com/667570

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Potential Studio MIL. Large corner lot.

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METICULOUS HOME, STREET APPEAL! SUPER LOCATION! N Marysville, large lot with room for RV. Open floor plan, vaulted living, dining & family room with cozy gas fireplace. The kitchen has lots of cabinets/counter space & passthrough. The master bedroom has a full bath & spacious walk-in closet. $369,950 NWMLS:1545321 www.pnwwhomes.com/518014

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Chef’s kitchen, granite tops, SS appliances, family room gas fireplace. Updated baths, A/C, natural gas heat, vinyl windows, updated fixtures. RV parking, deck, large backyard. NWMLS:1544136 $409,950 www.pnwwhomes.com/640609

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Guemes Island

THE BEST VIEW & BEST BEACH IN THE ISLANDS Soaring windows show off unbeatable views of Mt. Baker, Long Bay & Huckleberry Island in this 2-bed, 2-bath home on a sleepy lane on Guemes Island. Breakfast nook combines with gourmet kitchen along one wall.

Great room for living & dining; unique lighting, and a cozy wood stove for winter storms. DIY dream garage wired for TV; add one wall & create more living space. Can you say VRBO? View deck, small log cabin, fire pit. Close to beach to stash skiff or kayak; crabbing, fishing. $379,500 MLS:1543056 CALL KAREN EVERETT AT 360-202-7373 • KARENEVERETT@CBBAIN.COM www.pnwwhomes.com/665002

THE BEST VIEW & BEST BEACH IN THE ISLANDS Guemes Island luxury home on coveted, sandy North Beach has 180° views of Lummi, Vendovi & Jack Islands, BC Coastal Range & Mt Baker. Great room: rock wall fireplace, dining & chef’s kitchen with walk-in pantry. High end cherry floors, custom cabinets, windows, designer lights & quartz counters. 2-car garage, shop & huge view room above. Owned tidelands teem with clams & crab; great sailing & kayaking. $1,250,000 MLS:1485085 CALL KAREN EVERETT AT 360-202-7373 • KARENEVERETT@CBBAIN.COM www.pnwwhomes.com/657039 Printed in the USA