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BURLINGTON

320 S Burlington Blvd Burlington, WA 98233 (360) 755-9494

Territory NW

$39,000

Burlington

$290,000

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$330,000

Bring the animals and your projects! 30 X 36 shop! Home built in 1991 with 2000 SF - 4 bdrms, 1 ¾ baths & master on the main floor. MLS #1184677

Call tony, 420-0501

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Lisa Boon Meyer 708-1415

KATI SHANNON

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Located on Scenic Chuckanut Drive. 5.59 Acres. Hillside building site is approved for one residence. Expansive Views of Samish Bay & Islands. Borders Salmon Spawning Oyster Creek. Easy Beach Access. MLS #1213005

$149,900

Burlington Townhouse project available. Comes with large level city lot & preliminary plans for 3 townhomes. Shared Driveway makes the access and parking work better. Zoned RS. MLS #1187268

Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mount Vernon

$550,000

Awesome I-502 qualified property in terrific location. Many uses possible in the urban reserve commercial industrial zoned piece. Just shy of 3 acres. So much potential & business opportunities. Bring your plans! MLS #1192416

Call Jim, 708-1681

Call elizabeth, 708-8800

Call ivana, 770-3550

Jim Stransky 708-1681

$350,000

Terrific opportunity in Big Lake. Property has 1.15 acres that can be divided into 5 separate building lots. 3 BR, 1 BA, 1444 SF. 320 SF shop with 256 SF lean to. MLS #1018957

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

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Laura Kaestner 441-5099

Joe Eckerson 333-1640

Tony Zimmermann 420-0501

Jessica Treat 840-3446

TFair O’Harrow 391-0071

Kati Shannon 391-1203

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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Catch a view of Big Lake from your new home on this third of an acres lot! Gently sloped w/easy access off SR 9 as well as just a short drive to fishing. Enjoying nature in our wonderful Skagit Valley.

PUD water across street. Lot Certification Complete. MLS #1038016

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Sandi riley 770-8670

NORTH HOMES REALTY INC. 1108 paWnee lane “tHunDerBirD” Mt. Vernon $479,500

Sandi Riley 770-8670

YOUR HOME FEATURED HERE!

*N.W. CONTEMPORARY W/3,400 SQ. FT., 3+ BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS. LG. FAMILY RM., 3 BONUS ROOMS, GORGEOUS “IN GROUND” POOL + HOT TUB. LG. SHOP/BONUS RM. W/DOUBLE GARAGE + 2 CAR GAR. DETACHED!

Call for a Current “Market appraisal” SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

889 CarriaGe Court “CarriaGe estates” seDro-WoolleY $86,000

864 CarriaGe Court, “CarriaGe estates” seDro WoolleY $110,500

open House sat. & sun. 1-4 CHristina o. 425-231-2651 / sanDi r. 770-8670

Call sanDi r. 360-770-8670 *BACK ON MARKET, THEIR “LOSS YOUR GAIN”! LARGE 2 CAR GARAGE/SHOP, .70 ACRES W/OLDER MOBILE HOME. 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, ESTATE SALE, “AS IS”, + “ALL CASH” OFFERS CONSIDERED! 2427 e. kinCaiD st., Mount Vernon

$255,500

Call sanDi r. 360-770-8670

JUST LISTED, QUIET & VERY DESIRABLE 55+ GATED PARK, “EAST EDGE” OF TOWN. 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, 1996 “REDMAN”, GAS HEAT. GATED PRIVACY, SECURE/GATED R.V. PARKING AREA, LOVELY CLUBHOUSE, AFFORDABLE!

*2 CARPORTS, PRIVATE FENCED BACK YARD, NEWER LARGE DECK *3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, DEN/’OFFICE, OPEN KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING ROOM *AFFORDABLE 55+ LIVING W/GATED ENTRANCE & GREAT CLUBHOUSE

JUST LISTED, GREAT “STARTER/INVESTMENT” RAMBLER. 3 BEDROOMS, 1.5 BATHS, LG. FENCED YARD. QUIET CUL-DE-SAC NEAR SHOPPING/SCHOOLS.

4223 lupine DriVe, Mount Vernon

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MANICURED LANDSCAPING, “NORDIC WOOD” SIDING & NEWER COMP. ROOF! SOLID 3 BEDROOM, 1.75 BATHS, LOVELY FAMILY ROOM W/GAS FIREPLACE. ATTRACTIVE OAK KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, PRIVATE YARD W/NICE DECK. LOCATION, LOCATION

GREAT LOCATION ON QUIET DEAD END STREET, NEAR HOSPITAL & SERVICES. OPEN PLAN W/ALL NEW INTERIOR PAINT, CARPETING & VINYL, GAS HEAT, GAS FIREPLACE! PRIVATE BACK DECK & YARD, BEAUTIFUL “ROLLING RIDGE ESTATES”!

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TK ELIZABETH MILLER 360.420.3607

TRAVIS MILLER 360.420.7291

Premier NW Style Lodge home on 10 acres! Distinctive custom estate providing over 5300 SF of living area, 5 bedrooms & 4.5 baths.

Open design w/soaring river rock FP & floor to ceiling windows w/picturesque sunset views.

Gourmet entertainment style kitchen with stainless & glistening granite. Expansive Master on Main w/FP & private deck. Lower level w/massive rec-room, Den, Full 2nd Kitchen w/wet bar & guest quarters. Full length deck, large patio area; Shop, Barn, Pond & fenced pasture. MLS#1160390

$380,000

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BURLINGTON IS GROWING…great opportunity! Drive by and check out this industrial building lot located in Burlington.

Sewer stubbed in, water meter is in, survey & elevations are also done. $395,000 #1258084

GREAT LOCATION...in this 55 + park sits this over 900 SF 2bedroom, 1 bath home with nice privacy, open living room, dining area, and kitchen. Attached carport, plus 3 additional storage buildings. $29,500 #1260339

BURLINGTON…very clean, one story home with 2 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, utility room, private patio in backyard, close to lots of amenities, all appliances stay, & even off-street parking! $199,500 #1260989

BACK ON MARKET…rare 5 acres outside of Mount Vernon city limits. Older 3 bdrm home in country setting. Detached shop building, property is reasonably priced and being sold “AS-IS.” $249,900 #1194368

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME…17 acres of rolling pasture land located at end of paved roadway with panoramic views of surrounding valley, & mountains. Underground electric and PUD water available at street. $239,500 #1250078

Kristen Tuttle Yvonne Brown Galen Kindred Holly Hilts

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708-8392 840-4375 770-7083 661-5538

Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman Jodi Dynes Fritz Inman

202-2859 661-0145 333-7783 661-0147

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Tod LeHecka Jan Scally Dale Owenby Dana Holmes

333-1032 421-5160 913-8662 770-6716

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SPACIOUS RAMBLER…this Mt. Vernon home has 3 bds, 1.75 baths and is in a much-desired neighborhood with 2 car garage attached, easy maintenance, nice large deck in back, & room for RV parking! $405,000 #1260497

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900 Digby Lane, MV $289,000 Nice one level home on a great 1/3-acre lot; just minutes to I-5, close to schools, medical, & all amenities. Inside awaits an open floor plan, spacious living with gas fireplace, perfect size kitchen, additional family room, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & utility room. Beautiful large private backyard with gazebo, hot tub, shed, fruit trees & RV parking; perfect for BBQs & get-togethers!

Call Shelly Hanson, 360-420-2565 #1261012 364 Airport Perimeter Way, Decatur Island $295,000 Airstrip property with a gorgeous view of the water, islands and Olympic Mtns. Home is set up for sleeping at least 8 people and the large kitchen, dining room and outside deck make feeding them all a “breeze”. Each level of the home has a full bath and the large unfinished basement is great for storing all the toys needed for island fun. Fully furnished with queen, twin and king size beds and tables and chairs for indoor and outdoor dining. Great location for pilots or boaters. DSL/Terms avail.

Call Sarah Jones, 360-375-6142 #1002589 4501 Oaks Avenue, Anacortes $325,000 Large, lovely property in great location. Water view to the east with potential for more. Small cottage home in need of TLC. Home sits on 2 building parcels. Remove home and have 2 nice building sites or remodel home and have a cute cottage on a charming, large lot. Lots of potential! Main value is in the land.

Call Cynthia Aanestad, 360-293-8008 #1187282

11689 Rocky Road, Anacortes $455,000 Feel at one w/ nature in this comfortable home w/ an abundance of natural light & views of Burrows Bay. Relax on the great deck w/ the afternoon sunlight or entertain from the front living rm w/ vaulted ceilings & open kitchen.

Delight in a lovely master w/ access to deck & walk-thru closet to full master bath. Use upstairs loft flex rm as a yoga or artist studio complete w/ large storage closet. Lower level features 2 bedrms, 3/4 bath, laundry, storage rm & easy access to wrap-around driveway.

Call Gina Davis, 360-708-7794 #1189435 14264 Avon Allen Road, Mount Vernon $575,000 One level 4 bedroom home with an attached mother-in-law unit situated close to town with over 11 acres. New roof in 2017, freshly painted, Radiant heating, wood f/p and a gas stove. The home offers beautiful arched doorways, alcoves, cedar lined closets, lots of storage and character.

Private back yard, covered patio, 1150 s/f detached Shop with overhead storage. The property is currently zoned for the potential of creating 4, 2.5 acre lots with PUD water.

Call Linda Eastman, 360-202-4075 #1235528 3914 W 5th Street, Anacortes $599,000 Perfectly located West side home offers a well thought-out floor plan & king sized living spaces.

Huge master suite w/elegant bath & 3 additional bdrms. Kitchen w/peninsula & nook has an additional built-in work space. Informal family rm. w/gas fireplace & formal living & dining rooms.

A full-size front porch, patio, spacious deck & private backyard welcome socializing & mellow moments. Views of the channel’s boating activity; 3 car over-sized garage + shop & attic storage w/drive thru 3rd bay.

Call Colleen Craig, 360-770-9638 #1236417

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15164 Deschutes Court, Mount Vernon $619,950 Beautiful 3,100 sf Craftsman home being built in the most picturesque setting w/ framed view of Big Rock & 68 ac common area. 2 well-appointed master suites plus den on main level, 3rd bed & bonus rm up (could be used as a 4th bed).

Attached 3 car garage, huge crawl/ storage, 2 decks, on a near 1-acre lot in the desirable Creekside Meadows community of 15 custom homes. Home slated for completion early Spring 2018. Please use caution when touring during construction. Sedro Woolley School District.

For more info visit SkagitValleyHomes.com Shawn & Tiffany Danley, 360-298-4857 #1216238 4610 Camano Place, Anacortes $649,000 Great views of the San Juan ferries & shipping traffic on Guemes Channel & Rosario Strait from this main lvl living home in Clearidge. Step into the lvl entry straight to the great room featuring vaulted ceilings w/ gas fireplace & doors to large deck.

Enjoy plenty of storage in the beautiful kitchen & entertain in the conveniently located dining.

3 bedrooms complete the main level. Elevator to completely new lower level MIL unit w/ full kitchen, laundry, 1 bdrm, full bath, living and bonus rm.

Call Debbie Macy, 360-391-2422 #1184218 6331 Mountain View Lane, Anacortes $699,000 A wonderful double lot lakeside A-frame. Home has new metal roof and double car garage. Newer deck and fantastic view of Lake Campbell and Mt. Erie.

Old dock washed away but can be rebuilt. House is original but easy to update. The setting is one of the finest on entire lake. Bulkhead across entire lack frontage. Consists of two parcels 65541 & 65540.

William Robillard, 360-770-4707 #1129817

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108 Glacier Peak Drive, Camano Island $799,000 Gorgeous mountain/water views from this spectacular 3,783 SF custom home! Located in the desirable gated community of Camano Hills.

Inviting floor plan for entertaining/everyday living. Huge bonus room above garage w/ new hardwoods. Main level living includes master ensuite & kitchen w/ hardwoods, granite, SS appliances. Enjoy the views from the deck or wellmanicured yard. Large 3-car garage & sport court.

Call Shelby Hagman, 360-982-0163 #1258586 17302 Britt Road, Mount Vernon $1,100,000 Opportunity is knocking! Fantastic, 10.88 ac, fully fenced working farm featuring lrg 3,689 SF farm house, recently updated, new paint, barns total approx. 5,700 SF have loft storage, built in shelving & provide plenty of space for hay, feed, equipment & your critters, currently used for horses, Alpacas, Llamas & more. Well on site is working, workshop also on property for treatment of lrg animals. Too many features to list, this is a MUST see, many business/hobby options here.

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4314 Navigator Lane, ANA $1,950,000 Lifestyle meets luxury with this stunning Pacific Northwest contemporary estate. Custom built

by Strandberg Construction, the house design features a modern floor plan with open living spaces & walls of glass showcasing the expansive San Juan Island views & beyond. Attention to detail along with quality craftsmanship can be found throughout this spectacular home. Situated on over half an acre of medium-bank waterfront, this property represents Anacortes lifestyle at its finest.

Call Rob Skelton, 360-488-3776 #1258412

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ard work and DIY projects are among the jobs that homeowners reserve for weekends, looking for ways to cut costs and enjoying the time accomplishing minor home improvements or beautification.

At least that’s how the story goes.

New research indicates that many property holders hire providers or small crews to handle residential maintenance such as landscaping and spend on home security, pool care and other services. Bankrate financial analysis website found that 63 percent of property holders use at least one “recurring home maintenance provider,” while 35

percent use two. The costs can be significant: Bankrate says homeowners pay $2,000 a year on maintenance services, while The Balance website says the rule of thumb is 1 percent of the home value or $3,000 a year on a $300,000 home.

Bankrate says maintenance costs are little noticed by many homeowners, who worry about formidable bills such as mortgage payments, insurance premiums and property taxes. Yet the smaller expenses can add up, too. The financial researcher estimates that housekeeping can cost an average $285 a month; homeowner’s association dues, $210; landscaping, $144; home security

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50 Years of Fair Housing Commemorated The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) yearlong commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act is underway. The legislation, which first passed in 1968, prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status and national origin.

For decades, Realtors® have raised awareness and supported a free, open market that embraces fairness and equal opportunity for all buyers and sellers.

In 2018, NAR will further examine community fair housing issues and advocate for changes to the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

NAR will join with partners and allies in the commemoration and focus on:   

Acknowledging the organization’s past role in the fight for fair housing Understanding how we as a nation are constantly improving our commitment to fair housing Embracing Realtors®’ role at the forefront of advancing fair housing, leading efforts to address community fair housing issues Learn more about NAR’s yearlong commemoration of the 50th Anniversary at Realtor.org

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Homeowners can rack up surprisingly hefty maintenance expenses

system, $130; pool care, $123; snow removal, $84; septic service, $67 and trash and recycling collection, $55.

“The price of biweekly landscaping probably never factored into your calculus when deciding how much house you can afford,” Bankrate notes in an article last month.

Property owners do face major home-related expenses. Down payments work out to 11 percent of the home price for new buyers.

Mortgage loans averaged close to $250,000 last year, according to the National Association of Realtors. That works out to a $973 monthly principal and interest payment, about one-sixth of median family income, Bankrate points out. Home insurance premiums can cost hundreds of dollars a month depending on location and type of house, Bankrate discloses.

In the Bankrate story, Kevin Mahoney, chief executive of feeonly financial advice firm Illumint, recommends setting up a “home maintenance fund.” The advisor recently bought a renovated row house in Washington, D.C., and contributes $100 to $200 a month “as a hedge against unexpected repairs and wear-and-tear,” Mahoney notes in the article.

Nate Masterson, a director of finance for Maple Holistics, pays $1,000 annually for gardening services, and another $70 to clear his Riverside, New York, home of snow, according to Bankrate.

“It would require a lot of strenuous work to perform either task, and it’s simply more worthwhile for me to pay a professional,” Masterson told the website.

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Separately, renters pile up certain maintenance costs but not to the degree of homeowners.

On average, tenants pay $128 a month for housekeeping, $71 on HOA dues, $70 for pool care, $61 on landscaping and $34 for snow removal. More pricey services are $142 on security systems, $113 for septic service and $63 on trash and recycling collection.

Bankrate says residents should at least set up an emergency fund with enough money for three to six months’ worth of expenses, and sock it away in a high-yield savings account. Cash-strapped property holders should “strongly consider” suspending as many services as possible until the emergency fund is full. “Dropping almost $300 a month on housekeeping while lacking $1,000 in the bank is simply too risky,” the financial company says. “What if the roof caves in? At the very least, start contributing to a home maintenance fund.”

Financial observer Paula Pant, writing last November in The Balance personal finance and investing website, says homeowners should keep in mind two rules for determining maintenance costs. Setting aside 1 percent of the home’s purchase price should cover expenses over the long term, since year-to-year costs may fluctuate.

A second guide is the “square foot rule.” Budget $1 per square foot per year for maintenance and repair costs. For a 3,000-squarefoot home, figure on spending $3,000 a year for maintenance and repairs. However the guide doesn’t factor in labor and materials costs, which can be more expensive depending on the region.

Other benchmarks include age of the property. “New construction – a home built within the last 5-10 years – will need very little maintenance,” according to the article. “Once a home turns 20-30, though, there’s a good chance that major components, such as the roof, hot water heater, and some piping, may need to be replaced.”

Weather also can be a factor, putting more strain or wear-andtear on cold-weather homes hit by freezing temperatures, ice, and snow; or warm weather places more likely to be impacted by termites, high winds, heavy rains and other extreme weather conditions or pest infestations, the author says.

Location can be troublesome, if the homes are located at the bottom of a hill where water drains and collects or in a floodplain with environmental stresses.

Single-family homes typically require a larger maintenance budget to guard against replacing a roof, siding and gutters and maintaining a yard. Condo and townhomes don’t need as steep a maintenance budget; the homeowners association will care for the exterior.

The Balance writer suggests averaging the figures from the 1 percent rule and the square foot rule to come up with a bottom line total. Then, to play it safe, add 10 percent for each factor including weather, condition, age, location and type.

“It’s hard to predict how much your home will cost to maintain,” Pant adds. “The best you can do is make an educated guess based on your home’s unique factors.”

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CLASSIFIEDS La Paloma Apartments, Subsidized Housing for Qualified Farm Labor families. Equal Opportunity Housing. The Housing Authority of Skagit County operates 40 Townhouse apartments in Mt. Vernon. This advertisement has been placed in compliance with regulations of USDA Rural Housing Services. Applications will be added to the waiting list. The waiting list is currently four years long. The Housing Authority of Skagit County is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Call 428-1959 or visit the office at 1650 Port Drive, Burlington, WA for application. Your name can be added to the waiting list at no charge.

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Office Space for Lease

120 E. Fir Street, Mount Vernon, 1,740 SF to 3,480 SF of new Class A office, great visibility. Finish space to your needs.

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$289,000 2309 MOODy ST., MOUNT VERNON

5234 BERCOT RD., FREELAND OPEN hOUSE SATUrdAy, MArch 23, NOON-3PM

Water View Home! Enjoy the peaceful view of Holmes Harbor from your spacious deck. Surprisingly comfortable layout in this 2 bedroom/2 full bath manufactured home on a gently sloped shy acre.

xxx Daisy Lane, Lake sixteen, MoUnt Vernon

$925,000

One of a kind lakefront property in the Pacific Northwest with approximately 1,500 feet of water frontage on a pristine trout fishing lake.

Private wooded setting located on a dead end road. 2 miles to I-5. One hour to either Seattle, WA or Vancouver, BC. Permit for 10 bedroom water catchment system on file with county.

PUD possible in the future as more development occurs. MLS# 1105664

Danya Wolf

Carla Fischer Yolanda Sakuma

360-708-8294 360-982-0010 360-421-0435

1606 ALPINE CREST LOOP #D, MOUNT VERNON

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15282 Dewey Crest Lane

$115,000

23786 kaMLooP Ct., MoUnt Vernon

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room. New carpeting and all new stainless steel appliances & granite counter. Gracious entertaining with living room, formal dining & kitchen w/ great room & atrium. Curved staircase to Lg Master & walk-in Closet & 5 piece bath & 4 bedrooms, 2 bath. Downstairs with spacious family room, wet bar, pool table, sauna, 2 bedroom & 2 bath, fireplace, ready for your guest, 3 car garage & tile roof!

MLS# 1234575 elva Hunter 360-202-3086

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360-202-3086 360-202-3854

$150,000

1618 Unison PLaCe, MoUnt Vernon, wa 98274 $899,000 Classic large home on the 12th Fairway Golf Course, EAGLEMONT in beautiful Eaglemont. 3 stories with plenty of

1412 aLPine View PLaCe MoUnt Vernon, wa 98274 $389,000 Immaculate one level Golf Villa overlooking the 14th Fairway w/spectacular EAGLEMONT

Spacious townhouse in beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course Community! 4 BR, 3.5BA, 3,165 sq.ft. Master on main fl w/ large bath & shower & double sink. Spacious chef’s kitchen, granite & stainless appliances, lg eating area opens to great room w/gas fireplace, 2 sliding door to a wrap around deck, & enjoy your spectacular view! Downstairs lg family room & 2nd master w/lots of storage, slider to patio & yard.

Upper level w/BR & full BA. MLS# 1238734

EAGLEMONT

360-708-8294

Buildable lot with power and water.

Location counts! Close to schools, golf, lakes, Dewey Beach. Midway to Oak Harbor and Anacortes for shopping, arts & entertainment, Carla Fischer medical, and ferries. MLS# 1124973 360-982-0010

$439,000

$300,000 Spacious 4+ bedroom/ 2bath home on large fenced lot in cul-de-sac. Features 2 driveways, RV parking space. Close to shopping, schools and medical.

Danya Wolf

$18,500

Lot 18 triLLiUM Lane, ConCrete

$29,900

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Equidistant from Bellingham and Mount Vernon! Lovely, lightly wooded building lot in quiet Glenhaven Community with many amenities: Club house; swimming pool; two lakes with fishing and light boating (paddle boats and sail boats); tennis courts, basketball courts, boat launch, picnic area, play area, Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 trails and more. MLS# 1194453

Lovely future building site requisite on using water catchment system to obtain building permit. Power to the property. Nicely treed level tract of land with open area ready for building in the future. Paved street. Walking distance to Danya Wolf Rasar State Park! MLS# 1254912 360-708-8294

360.424.0300

Golf Course & territorial views! Enjoy formal & informal living with double sided fireplace & cozy den/family room, kitchen with granite counter & stainless appliances. Spacious master suite with lg. closet. Beautiful sunrise from your large Treck, seller will leave gas BBQ. Landscaping and exterior maintenance is included in the Home Owners Association Dues.

MLS# 1257747 elva Hunter 360-202-3086

$1,350,000

19889 CeDarDaLe rD., MoUnt Vernon

BEAUTIFUL EqUESTrIAN PrOPErTy

John Hunter 360-202-3854

35.5 acre equestrian farm; 18,096 sq.ft. arena rubber matting; seven horse stalls; multiple horse paddocks; farmhouse with 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths; celebration hall; separate barn residence with 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths; abundance of barn storage; one acre is platted as separate building site for an additional residence; great visibility to I-5.

Shown by appointment.

Danya Wolf

360-708-8294

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

www.skagittraditionrealty.com 1730886

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