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FEBRUARY 2015

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February 2015

Volume 36 Number 2

Lunsford Real Estate ................................ 13 Olympic Peninsula Title Company ........... 6 Peter Black Real Estate .............................. 7 Windermere Real Estate .......................... 10 Port Angeles ............................................ 3 Sequim East ........................................... 11 Sheryl Payseno Burley .......................... 15 SunLand ................................................. 11

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Windermere Real Estate

Windermere Real Estate/Port Angeles

711 East Front St. • Port Angeles, WA 98362 • (360) 457-0456

Quint Boe

460-1909

Jennifer Holcomb Gated community view parcels Ready to build your dream home? You'll love these level parcels overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Freshwater Bay and Vancouver Island. Partially treed with plenty of cleared, level ground for your home. Plenty of Southern exposure for a garden. Very quiet and peaceful parcels located behind a private gated community.

Power, phone and community well to the property. Septic will be needed.

Just minutes to the Place Road beach area and the Elwha River.

282064 $80,000

Port Angeles City Acreage What an opportunity to own 15 acres within the city limits near Peninsula College! Zoned RS9 so there is potential for development.

Or, just nestle yourself into a setting amongst trees and ferns and have your own private homestead in the city.

City utilities in Campbell Avenue. White Creek runs through this property. Owner financing available.

282404 $99,950

Convenient location Well maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in a quiet west side neighborhood. Charming front porch, tile foyer, laminate flooring in the living room and dining room, kitchen with freshly painted cabinets and family room with wood burning fireplace. Sliding glass door from dining room to patio in the back yard. 2 car attached garage, fenced in garden area or dog run with storage shed. Located near the Olympic Discovery Trail.

282321 $185,000

461-0538

Doc Reiss

Harriet Reyenga

Thelma Durham

Jennifer Felton

Beautiful landscaping with mature trees and plants. Could have a nice water view if some of the trees were trimmed. Extra garage in back with lots of parking and a basketball court. This home is perfect for entertaining. Formal dining area looks into the large rec. room. Picture perfect living room with fireplace. Upstairs has a library that overlooks the rec. room. So many things to mention that it is best to make an appointment and see for yourself what a unique home this is. ADU also!

280762 $475,000

The classic, Mid-Century Modern designs are throughout this beautiful, well-cared-for roomy, vacation home. Close to schools, grocery, library and churches. Quiet neighborhood. It has served this family well, but the family has grown. Time to turn it over to someone else who will appreciate the solid construction and clean lines of a well-built mid-1960's home. Social areas on each floor and plenty of space for entertaining.

Fireplace up. Woodstove down. Newer roof. Large deck over carport.

281547 $165,000

460-8222

Kelly Johnson

477-5876 Four lots, just shy of an acre, level and zoned LD. Power and water are in at the road, Dry Creek water share is needed.

Property could be split and seller had started the process. Soil analysis have been done to both proposed lots.

280518

460-9513

Holly Coburn

461-7633

You will love this VERY quiet & peaceful home with a gorgeous salt water view. Listen to the soothing waves putting you to sleep, entertaining or sipping your morning coffee on the expansive deck. Sugar maple cabinets with faux granite laminate countertops with a garden window & pull out pantry. Dining room slider to the outside deck, firm trim package including doors. Downstairs family room has a wet bar with sink, 2nd fireplace & exterior entrance. Convenient location to both Sequim & Port Angeles. $355,000 281675 $274,900 Glenn Franko

(216) 408-5075

282420

460-8759

The views are outstanding. Watch the ships go by from your dining room and living room. Enjoy the lights of Victoria and Mt. Baker. Low maintenance yard and RV parking with dumping.

Freshly painted and new carpets.

$36,500 282128

Main home, casita & garage! New construction home on 1.43 acres in city of Sequim. The main home is 1,731 sq ft, 2 bedrooms plus an office/ den and 2 bathrooms. Casita/Guest house is 432 sq ft w/a bedroom, kitchenette area and a 3/4 bathroom. 2 car detached garage w/separate workshop space. Features include an efficient ductless heat pump, slab granite counter tops, hardwood flooring & custom tile walk-in shower, kitchen w/an island & built in buffet, walk in pantry & a covered patio.

Room to park your RV or boat. Plenty of southern exposure for a garden.

Helga Filler

460-3831

461-0613

Inviting one level like new home with architectural details! A few short steps will lead you to the Olympic Discovery Trail. Ideal floor plan, the living room features a propane fireplace, there is a formal dining room, a breakfast bar and a breakfast nook. You will love the master suite with oversized walk-in-closet on one side of the home and the other two bedrooms on the opposite side. The spacious kitchen features tile counters and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a pantry and tile counters.

280892 $259,000

Terry Neske

457-0456

100 on the walkability scale. 3 bd. home in downtown Sequim. Walk to shopping, schools & parks. All one level 3 bd. 1 1/2 ba. with attached sunroom.

Attached garage converted to rec room, carport added. Fenced back yard.

$395,000 282419

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Cherry Hill Neighborhood Well maintained one level 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom cedar sided home with mountain view.

Spacious living room with wood stove and masonry surround.

Kitchen with pass through to the dining area, tile floor and all of the appliances are included. Laundry/mud room with wood box and freezer. Extra large 2 car garage with workbench. Extra parking allows for plenty of room to park a camper or boat! $139,000 282407 $155,000

Linda Kepler

477-4034

Alan & Michaelle Barnard

461-2153 461-0175

February 2015 • 3

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UPTOWN REALTY Olympic Peninsula HOMES~LAND

Office: (360)417-9880 Toll Free: 1-800-292-2978 Email: staci@olypen.com

This elegant home has an incredible, unobstructed view of the Straits of Juan de Fuca, beautiful Victoria, British Columbia and Mt. Baker. The backyard is private and allows for outdoor gatherings at its finest. The landscaping is tasteful and can be easily maintained. From the moment you enter this house, you will want this to become your home. The living room is the perfect picture frame of the outstanding view. The focal point of this home is the gourmet kitchen with commercial grade appliances and many extra touches; heated floors and stone counter tops to name a few, acts as the center hub to the family and the sun room. The master suite reflects spa like qualities. The main floor also has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a laundry room and a 2 car garage. Upstairs houses an additional bedroom, bath and an extra room of your choice. There is detached 4000 SF shop with endless possibilities, including storage of an RV, with plenty of room to spare for the rest of your toys.

MLS# 282329 VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL DETAILS

February 2015 • 5

Olympic Peninsula Title Company

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319-A S. Peabody Port Angeles, WA 98362 (360) 457-4451 FAX: (360) 457-4525 1-800-488-0865 General e-mail: pa@olypentitle.com Port Angeles Escrow: escrow@olypentitle.com

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Peter Black Real Estate

Dick Sutterlin

683.6564 • dick@sequim.com

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461.3365 • marg@sequim.com

Clarence Glover

683.3705 • bud@sequim.com

Tom Blore

683.7814 • tom@sequim.com

317 E. Washington St. • Sequim, WA 98382-3488 • 800-962-7307 • 683-4116 • For Complete Listings: www. Sequim.com

Sunrise Meadows Beautiful 1/3 acre mountain view building lots available in this upscale subdivision with strong CCR's to protect the integrity of the community. Over 20 lots to choose from with lots starting at $69,000 ML# 270883

Great Neighborhood

Carrie Blake Park Area

Panoramic Mountain Views

Very comfortable 2600 sqft older home on 1/3 acre lot with easy access to down town Sequim. The home features 4 br, 2.5 baths, living & dining areas w/ coved ceilings & wood floors, great kitchen w/plenty of storage, family room, and fenced in patio area.

ML# 282269 $250,000

Beautiful 3 br. 3ba. home with easy access to shopping, the park, and the Discovery Trail. Features include kitchen w/eating area & hardwood floors, living room w/propane fireplace, den/office w/French doors & patio access, master suite w/large walk in shower, heat pump, great patio & fenced in back yard. ML# 282282 $280,000

Custom built 3800 sqft home overlooks the Sequim valley and directly at the Olympic Mountains. This beautiful home features 2 master suites on the main level, hardwood flooring in the living areas, updated kitchen & baths w/Granite counters, formal dining room, plus 2 more bedrooms & baths on the lower level. Attached 2 car garage plus detached 3 car garage. ML# 280868 $499,000

Water View & Pasture

Mini Farm

Perfect For Entertaining

Beautiful 2552 sqft manufactured home on 4.6 acres with a view of the Strait. The home features bedrooms on each end of the home, a fabulous kitchen, large pantry, living & family rooms, master suite w/soaking tub, double sinks, & large walk in shower. Acreage is set up for horses. ML# 281908 $282,500

Classic rambler style farmhouse on 4.8 acres with large older barn, 2 bay machine garage, milk house, & garage/storage building. Agnew irrigation water is on the property, plus 15 fruit trees including apple, pear, pie cherry, & prunes, along with raspberries & rhubarb.

Leaving plenty of room left for critters or crops. $269,000 ML# 281496

Lovely home w/beautiful woodwork & tile or laminate flooring in the living areas. Kitchen w/skylight & pantry, open living & dining areas, master suite w/walk in closet, soaking tub, & separate shower. Beautiful large deck out back overlooking a water feature, wonderful landscaping & fenced in back yard. ML# 281522 $232,500

Great Buy

Twin Oaks Manor

Clasen Cove

Well maintained older 1516 sqft 3br, 1ba, home with updated kitchen & plenty of storage, large living area with woodstove, detached 2 car garage with alley access, and fenced in back yard.

ML# 272441 $139,000

Well maintained 2br, 2ba, upstairs condo unit centrally located in Sequim w/ easy access to downtown & Hwy 101. Th is unit features new interior paint, carpet, stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, & hot water heater. Plus a great floor plan & balcony/deck that offers a beautiful view of the Olympic Mountains. ML# 281765 $99,900

Beautiful 2056 sqft manufactured home located in a senior residential cooperative community that requires an initial buy-in investment.

This home features a large kitchen w/ eating area & sliding door out to a covered deck, living room w/propane fireplace, master suite w/ dual vanities, soaking tub, & separate shower, laundry room w/storage cabinets, heat pump. ML# 281559 $160,000

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February 2015 • 7

Caliber Home Loans

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Council of Residential Specialists

The Council of Residential Specialists is an affiliate of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

The CRS is the highest designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field and recognizes their professional accomplishments in both experience and education.

Rita A. Adragna 360-460-3692

Mark McHugh 360-683-0660

Mike McAleer 360-683-1500

E. Michael McAleer 360-460-2839

www.RitaRemax.com RE/MAX Fifth Avenue Sequim, WA

markmcq@olypen.com Mark N. McHugh Real Estate Sequim, WA

mike@teammcaleer.com RE/MAX Fifth Avenue Sequim, WA

michael@teammcaleer.com RE/MAX Fifth Avenue Sequim, WA

Sheryl Payseno Burley 360-460-9363

Mark DeRousie 360-457-6600

Bill Humphrey 360-460-2400

Rebecca Jackson 360-417-2781

www.allaboutsequimwa.com Windermere Real Estate / Sequim East Sequim, WA

www.onlymark.com RE/MAX Evergreen Port Angeles, WA

billhumphrey@olypen.com John L. Scott Sequim, WA

BeckyJ@olypen.com Coldwell Banker Uptown Port Angeles, WA

In Washington State only one in 27 real estate agents is a Certified Residential Specialist. Nationally only about 4% have the CRS designation. CRSs are involved in over 25% of all transactions nationwide.

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February 2015 • 9

Windermere Real Estate

GIVING BACK Windermere at work in your community

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SUNLAND

our local Windermere offices take pride in this community and pledge to continue a tradition of fund raising and support for the work of many organizations that are vital to the quality of life here on the Olympic Peninsula. Through a combination of gifts, community service by our brokers, sponsorships and fund raising, Windermere provides ongoing, community-building support.

In the coming We urge you to join us in our year, please join us in supporting these organizations: continuing quest to support local families, friends and • Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula neighbors to make the • Sequim Food Bank • Local Schools peninsula one of the best • Toys for Tots place to live and work.

• Dungeness Cup

Sincerely, PORT ANGELES

VISIT US ONLINE AT:

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Your Windermere Brokers

WWW.SEQUIMPROPERTY.COM

• Peninsula College Athletics • Peninsula Mental Health • Habitat for Humanity • Healthy Families • Nor’wester Rotary • Port Angeles Likes Bikes • PAYBB (Youth Baseball) • PAGBA (Girls Basketball) • Pink UP (Soroptimist) • OMC Foundation

OR

WWW.PORTANGELES.COM

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Windermere Real Estate

Windermere Real Estate / Sequim East 842 E. Washington St., Sequim, WA 98382 (360) 683-4844

Lovely & Spacious Triple-wide with 2-car attached garage, fenced back yard, sunroom, storage room & workshop area in garage. Large kitchen, heat pump, 3 ceiling fans & central vac. Space rent includes water & sewer.

280904 $118,000

Step Up to the Good Life Carefree living in West Alder Estates (55+). Water, sewer & trash included in fee of $370/mo. Walking distance to shopping/services. 2 BR, 2 BA. New carpet. Pets allowed with approval.

290020 $62,500

BUILD WEALTH This gorgeous 4 acre parcel in lower Mt. Pleasant area has a 2 bed, 1 bath manufactured home on site producing rental income. Parcel has also been pre-approved for 18 space MFG home park.

290059 $125,000

Great In Town Location Clean and neat 2 Move-In Ready Wonderful 2 BR, den, 2 BA, Here’s the One! Great sight built in desirable Diamond BR rambler on a fenced corner lot. Close to schools, bus line & shopping. Well cared for home reflects pride of ownership.

282007 $169,500

open floor plan and vaulted ceiling home with room for entertaining. 2 car attached garage. Nice back yard & covered back patio.

282381 $196,000

Point with additional out buildings, half acre of elbow room and community features including 3 private beaches. Wood floors, great room ties in the kitchen, dining and family room.

282390 $239,500

Windermere Real Estate / SunLand 137 Fairway Drive, Sequim, WA 98382 1-800-359-8823 • (360) 683-6880

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• 2 BD 2 BA 1827 Sq. Ft. • New Carpet, New Vinyl Floor & Vinyl Windows • Kitchen Was Remodeled in 1996 • Large Covered Patio, Many Mature Fruit Trees • 20X50 Shop with 20X20 Bonus Room Above 728940/290041 $225,000 Olympic Peninsula HOMES~LAND

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• Newer Appliances & Roof • Step Down LR With FP • Master BR Has Private Bath • Garage (Electric Opener & Storage) • Partially Fenced Back Patio • Mt. View From Living Room 719097/282283 $129,000

EXPERIENCED & PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES CALL DOLLIE SPARKS @ 360-582-7361 OR VISIT SUNLAND.WITHWRE.COM February 2015 • 11

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Lunsford

121 Campbell St., Forks, WA

360-374-3141

www.lunsfordrealestate.com

This gorgeous custom log home overlooking the Sol Duc River comes with a bonus second living quarters. Formerly operated as Eagle Point Inn it provided years of enjoyment for guests from around the world. As a private residence the second log home could be used for guest quarters, an income producing rental, or easily converted into a two car garage.

The main home is custom in every sense with oak flooring, tile, and antique claw foot tubs.

Furnishings are negotiable with home.

ML#581091 $749,000

Sandy Schier 360-374-3141 360-640-0612

Carrol Lunsford 360-374-3141 360-640-0929

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Leith Grahn 360-640-4819 360-374-3141

Don Graftsom 360-640-0499 360-374-3141

Sergei V. Holmquist 360-374-3141 360-640-4782

February 2015 • 13

North Peninsula Building

HOMEOWNERSHIP: A N EW Y EAR ’ S R ESOLUTION T HAT L ASTS NPBA

NORTH PENINSULA BUILDING

By Diana Johnson Executive Officer, North Peninsula Building Association

A S S O C I AT I O N

January 1 has come and past and now millions of Americans are once again thinking about the resolutions they made for the New Year. The goal is to make resolution’s that will last long into the future – long after you’ve stop bothering to set the alarm an hour early to go for a run. Deciding to become a home owner is one of the best resolutions you can make and it’s never too late to do it.

Here are some tips to help you make good decisions for your long term resolutions.

Figuring Out Your Finances First, determine how much you can afford. This depends on factors including your credit rating, your current expenses, cost of a downpayment and interest rates. Don’t forget that you will need a downpayment up front and money to make monthly mortgage payments.

Check your credit report carefully. Inaccurate information on your credit report could result in lenders offering you loans with higher-than-market interest rates or denying your application altogether.

Finding the Right Mortgage Then find a lender you trust. Ask your friends, family and neighbors who own their homes for recommendations. Work with a qualified lender on getting together a budget and collecting helpful advice before buying a home.

When shopping for a mortgage, consider all of your options. There are many choices in terms of a loan and not every one is right for every buyer. Don’t forget to research Federal Housing Administration (www.fha.com) programs that offer loans with lower down payments. There are many good options now for first-time buyers. Keep in mind that there are tax advantages to being a home owner that can help offset costs. Depending on your specific situation, often the closing costs and some other first-year costs of purchasing a home are deductible. And the mortgage interest deduction (MID) enables many home owners to reduce their taxable income by the amount of interest paid on their mortgage loan each year. More than 70 percent of home owners with a mortgage are able to claim the MID in a given year.

The U.S. Housing and Urban Development website (portal.hud.gov) has loads of information for home buyers, including tools to help you figure out how much you can afford, how to shop for a loan, information on how to avoid predatory lending and an explanation of the settlement process.

Selecting Your Neighborhood Finally, learn about the neighborhoods where you are interested in buying. Visit areas you are interested in at different hours, talk to people who live there, and find a real estate agent that you trust and knows the neighborhoods you like.

With careful and thorough planning, you will be moving into your new home before you know it.

If you have questions about the home buying process, contact the North Peninsula Building Association at 360-452-8160 or visit nahb.org/timetobuy.

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Windermere Real Estate RESIDENT OF SEQUIM SINCE 1992 HELPING BUYERS & SELLERS FOR 20+ YEARS ON THE OLYMPIC PENINSULA

SHERYL PAYSENO BURLEY

ABR, CRS, SRES, Relocation

360.460.9363

Windermere Real Estate / Sequim East

www.allaboutsequimwa.com sheryl@olypen.com

842 E. Washington St., Sequim, WA 98382

NEW PRICE

2 BR, DEN, 2 BA RAMBLER with 2 car attached garage • open floor plan & vaulted ceiling • nice backyard & covered back patio 282381/723909 $196,000

VACATION

GET-A-WAY PARKWOOD

OR primary home OR 2nd home OR live in the mfg home while you build on the 2nd lot.

Community beach

282152/710979

NEW PRICE

START BELL HILL WATERVIEW HOME YOUR RETIREMENT HERE Classic single level home. •

• 1989, 2 BR, den, 2 BA, garage Brand new kitchen & master BA • • Newer roof • Community Large deck w/water, lighthouse, clubhouse, social events, trails city views - still has privacy $75,000 281271/642245 $499,000 $75,000 281600/674624

NEW PRICE

WANT A HUGE SHOP? Have an airplane? Have several cars? Want work space for hobbies? 1,355 square foot hangar / garage / shop across from the taxi-way of the Diamond Point Airport. Waterview home with 1880 square feet, vaulted wood ceiling & wood stove, 2 bedrooms, office, “secret” loft area, sauna in master bathroom. Community beach and boat ramp.

HOME WITH AN EVERYTHING VIEW Strait, Sequim Bay, Mt. Baker, lights of Victoria, boats, cruise ships, submarines, sunrise,& sunsets. Walk in the front door and you will stop to take in the AMAZING view and the beauty of this home. All the “I wants” checked - 3 BR, office, 3 1/2 BA, vaulted ceiling & wood beams, gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors, granite counter tops, etc.

$325,000 281932/695248

282059/706004

$775,000

10 garage spaces!

BELL HILL – CUSTOM HOME – with lots of room for living and entertaining - quality, location, two masters, high ceilings, & much, much more 280141/587249 $625,000

PRIVATE SETTING 3 BR (2 are master suites), 2.5 BA, large living room & family room w/wood fireplace & wood stove. Landscaped, deck & patio, 2 car garage.

281722/682256 $210,000

NO BANK WATERFRONT LOT • Power, water, septic installed • All day sun & views of Mt Baker • Historic building 281605/649462 $269,000

PRIVATE LAKE RETREAT! AKA: CAT LAKE INVESTOR ALERT! • Beautiful forested 4 acre parcel 241+/- pristine acres, treed & selectively cleared. R-5 zoning, well & some • Preliminary plat for 8 lots • zoned for roads installed. Perfect for private estate or development opportunities. 1/2 acre lots • Public water available. $139,000 227892/28137414 $2,300,000 281606/525796

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CLOSE TO TOWN! Den/office, living room w/vaulted ceiling.

Kitchen w/slab granite counters & cozy breakfast nook. Large master w/custom BA. $339,000 271121/489262

GARAGE SALE! • 8 car garage/ shop on 1 lot with septic & utilities • House with 3204 SF with attached 2 car garage on separate lot• Great water view, car collectors? hobbyist?

281325/656010 $499,950

February 2015 • 15

Blue Sky

Your Hometown Professionals Ed Sumpter, 808-1712

Gail Sumpter, 477-9361

Mike Fuller, 477-9189

Paul Burgess, 460-7098

Kim Bower, 477-0654

Jo Cummins, 460-7725

190 N. Priest Road Sequim, Washington 360.683.3900 www.blueskysequim.com

Joe Shearer, 775-0578

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ENJOY THIS LOVINGLY CARED FOR HOME on 1.15 flat mountain view acres. 3br 3ba with a 2 car finished attached garage. Trimmed with red brick and easy care landscaping, this home has been meticulously maintained and upgraded.

Home features oak flooring, wood stove, energy efficient heat pump, soak tub, built-in vacuum, and custom cabinetry. $319,000 282082 Jo Cummins (360) 460-7725

3BR 2BA HOME ON 1.53 ACRES with gorgeous views in Happy Valley with access to Smith Lake. Like new, quality built two story home features vaulted ceiling, vinyl windows, three bathrooms, two master bedrooms, heated sunroom, composite deck, covered front porch, extra large attached garage (780 sq ft), heat pump, pellet stove, PLUS another 400 sq ft detached garage/workshop. $379,000 282242 Ed Sumpter (360) 808-1712

3BR 2.5BA HOME ON A PRIVATE 1.02 ACRES with mountain view. Built in 1994 this home offers the finest in craftsmanship and care! You will love the floor plan with spacious kitchen, master bedroom with walk-in-closet, sitting room, plus office/ den. 2 car garage, plus 1 car attached garage/shop, greenhouse, outbuildings, and circular driveway for lots of parking. $299,000 281201 Kim Bower (360) 477-0654

PRICE REDUCED! Sequim 3br 2ba, 2164 sq ft mountainview home. Open floor plan with formal dining room off the kitchen, media room and den/office. Relax in your master bedroom with walk in closet, double sink in bathroom, and a door to private deck with hot tub. Beautiful landscaping, fruit trees, garden-shed, double garage, and carport. $299,000 282322 Mike Fuller (360) 477-9189

BOTH OF THESE HAPPY VALLEY HOMES HAVE ACCESS TO THE BEAUTIFUL SMITH LAKE

HAPPY VALLEY 4BR 2BA CUSTOM HOME ON 6.45 LEVEL ACRES, mountain views, and Smith Lake access. Plenty of room to spread out with 2131 sq ft, PLUS extra large attached garage AND 1200 sq ft detached garage/shop. Dream kitchen features Hickory cabinets with slide outs, Granite countertops, and custom lighting. Wood stove with rock and brick mantle. $489,900 282305 Ed Sumpter (360) 808-1712

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Management LIKE NEW 3BR 2BA HOME! Quiet location at the end of the road with a beautiful mountain view. Master bath featuring double sinks, separate shower and large corner soak tub. Outside features attached 2 car garage with concrete slab and work bench, handicap access ramp, fenced back yard, and easy care landscaping. $219,900 281880 Jo Cummins (360) 460-7725

LARGE 18TH FAIRWAY SUNLAND GOLF COURSE FRONTAGE lot. There aren’t many of these left and especially at this price! Clear a few trees and you are ready to build.

Neighborhood of nice homes and of course all the Sunland amenities. Enjoy the beach, cabana, clubhouse, tennis courts, swimming pool and more for only $195, Year. $79,900 271476 Ed Sumpter (360) 808-1712

CALL GAIL SUMPTER OR KIM BOWER FOR PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES KIM (360) 477-0654 • GAIL (360) 477-9361 OR ONLINE AT WWW.RENTSEQUIM.COM

NEVER LIVED IN 3BR 2BA MOUNTAIN VIEW HOME! Spacious bedrooms, extra den, pantry, beautiful kitchen with lots of counter/ cupboard space, mud room, and oversized garage. Vaulted ceiling with recessed lighting provides a bright expansive feeling. The master bedroom has walk-in-closet, huge master bath with tile, private toilet, and separate shower/tub. Everything is BRAND NEW! $239,000 271807 Call Mike Fuller (360) 477-9189

ONE OF THE MOST PREMIER PARCELS IN SEQUIM. 2.60 acres in a great neighborhood, super location at the end of a road in cul-de-sac. Quality built homes all around you, plus a water view. Bring your house plans and let’s build your oasis! Don’t miss out, call to set up an appointment for a showing today. $179,900 282418 Mike Fuller (360) 477-9189

NICE LEVEL 5 ACRE PARCEL with mountain views and end of the road peace and quiet. Great Agnew location between Sequim and Port Angeles. Beautiful area to build a house and have room for horses, animals, kids or whatever you have. Cleared pastures on some of the best topsoil around! Protective covenants to protect your lifestyle. $159,900 282257 Call Ed Sumpter (360) 808-1712

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