Real Estate Weekly | December 25, 2015 by Skagit Publishing

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Mount Vernon $69,500 Vacant lot in Trumpeter Meadows. 0.21 acre lot. One of the few developed lots in the city. Newer neighborhood & not an “infill” lot. View to the east will be unobstructed. Enjoy mountain views. MLS #757190 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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Bellingham $184,900 One level 2 BR, 2 BA condo w/attached garage. Home features large living room & dining room. Large utility room & pantry. Kitchen has bay window w/rear door to deck. Backs up to 300 acres of wooded park land. Sewer, water, garbage & lawn service included in dues. MLS #860181 Call Mike, 540-1341

Sedro-Woolley $160,000 Charming 2 BR, 1 BA home in established area. Close to downtown Sedro-Woolley and high school. Alley access. Large lot. Fireplace. Large kitchen. Clean basement. MLS #877719 Call Corinne, 202-2397

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Mount Vernon $255,000 2 BR, 1.75 BA rambler. Located in quiet location. Easy commute; minutes from I-5. Outside cellar to store canned goods w/smoker. Maddox Creek runs through the property. Garage w/attached room could be 3rd BR or office. Apple trees & garden spots. MLS #859850 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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Mount Vernon $213,700 Well-kept 3 BR, 2 full BA rambler in south Mount Vernon. Easy I-5 access. Open floor plan. Laminate kitchen floors. Spacious living. 10 x 20 composite deck, storage shed & fully fenced yard. 2 car insulated garage. Nice newer neighborhood. MLS #878677 Call Ron, 333-1045

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Sedro-Woolley $360,000 Updated home with open floor plan. 3 BR, 1.75 BA. New furnace, newer windows & roof. Two barns. Pasture cross fenced for horses & all other livestock. 20 x 50 greenhouse with power & water. MLS #840870 Call Jim, 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

La Conner $485,000 Very private setting on 1 acre. View of Swinomish Channel, mountains, farmland & tulip fields. Spacious & updated kitchen & nook. Lg. family room w/efficient wood stove. 3 BR + den, 2.75 BA. 3 car garage. MLS #845733 Call Kirk, 770-7470

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

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Bellingham $1,999,000 Three rare parcels of vacant land. Located beside Bellingham International Airport and close to Bellingham Bay. 25.12 acres altogether. Industrial zoning. Shaped almost as a square. MLS #876124 Call Willa, 253-318-6131

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Sedro-Woolley $244,950/$225,000 Owner Terms. Two 10+ acre parcels. One parcel with shop. Both parcels ready to build! Breathtaking views. MLS #603028 & MLS #603044 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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1690 Sq. Ft, 3 bdrm 2.5 bth with terrific upgrades! NW kitchen with SS appliances, completely remodeled master bath & top of the line gas fireplace to provide a warm and cozy feel. The huge back yard has it all!! Beautifully laid out garden space, fruit trees(6), chicken coop, large dog run & wood shed like a little Eden right in town. It doesn’t end there! New electrical, lighting & mostly new windows. Must see with a peekaboo view/ Guemes Channel & access to the Cranberry Lake trail system. MLS# 876854

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w w w. b r o w n m c m i l l e n . c o m • 235 W. Rio Vista Avenue, Burlington BUILT AS A B&B..4.87 acres fully fenced, beautifully maintained, ready for animals, 36X32 barn & outbuildings. Home or Lodge has 5 Br, mstr on main. $435,000. #735543 COMMERCIAL LAND..3 vacant com’l lots, direct visability from College Way, own your own bldg., lots fully serviced, wet land studies on file. Seller will carry contract or lease to purchase. $10.00 per sq.ft. #656495 $534,000.

2 DUPLEXES..in excellent condition in very convenient quiet location on Mt. Vernon hill. All units have 2 Br., & 1 Ba., Buy both or pick one. Each priced at $269,000. #814332 NICELY SECLUDED..4 Br., 2 Ba., Rambler surrounded by beautiful evergreen trees on an 1.67 acre lot near Sedro Woolley. $298,500. #824068 CHECK OUT..this one acre lot in town, close to schools & shopping. Existing home is a tear down. $150,000. #876307 GREEN ACRES LIVING..3 Br.,1.75 Ba., in the country, yet close to town. Lg fully fenced backyard w/room to play. $249,500. #860474 WOODED LAND..24.75 acres located near Alger. Would make a nice homesite & is subdividable. $175,000. #861413

Jodi Dynes Terri Heyntsen Holly Hilts

December 25, 2015

333-7783 391-0938 661-5538

JUST LISTED BRL RAMBLER..one level home close to services, 5 min. to I-5. Lg lot, garden space & shop area. F/place w/wood stove insert in bonus rm. $194,500. #861823

GREAT LOCATION..Townhome style condo convenient to shopping, & 1-5. 2 mstr suites, spacious living room adjoins kitchen & dining area. Lg 2 car garage& storage. #853301. $184,500

BUILDING LOT..shy half acre in Sedro Woolley city limits. Utilities in street, some marketable trees. Lot line adjusment is all that is needed to turn parcel into 2 lots.$69,900. #576834 VINTAGE & BEAUTIFUL..updated 1930’s home on Mt. Vernon Hill w/in-ground pool, basement, bonus room w/ vintage bar. Amazing kitchen, $319,000. #821988 MAKE OFFER-POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCE..live in the 1900sf home & turn garage into 2 apts, or business space. Home has 4 Br., & convenient location in Burlington. $209,950. #852584

COMMERCIAL SITE..in excellent Mount Vernon location,paved street w/all utilities available and drainage installed. $437,000 #676549 LARGE MOUNT VERNON LOT!..edge of town living off Francis Rd., .32 ac lot has Sound and Island views to enjoy with your new home. $78,000. #709836 COMMERCIAL DOWNTOWN MOUNT VERNON ..excellent 2 story office/retail bldg. Separate entrances allow multiple tenants, great opportunity. $430,000. BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME...just completed! 2,325sf. Rambler w/hardwood floors, granite counter tops on almost an acre! $389,500. #862075

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WHAT DO RISING RATES MEAN?

To lenders a mortgage is an asset to be sold in the secondary market or held in portfolio. With fixed-rate loans a rate hike is a problem because it reduces the potential sale value of the mortgage. For instance, let’s imagine that an investor will pay $1,000 for a $1,000 loan with a 4-percent interest rate. Let’s say interest rates go up and investors can now get 4.25 percent for their $1,000. They What will happen with mortgage rates now that the will not buy the 4 percent loan for $1,000; instead they will Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for banks? pay something less, a discounted value. The sale value of that 4 percent fixed-rate loan will fall, and that new and current value can impact lenders’ books. It is the fear of rising rates that causes lenders to offer It’s surely not much of a raise, just 0.25 percent, but it’s adjustable-rate mortgages with attractive terms, maybe an important for mortgage borrowers. enticing lower interest rate or easier qualifying standards To understand why let’s look at what the Fed actually did. than a borrower can find with fixed-rate financing. If a It raised an interest rate – the Federal Funds Rate – which is lender owns an ARM and rates rise, that’s fine because the important to banks and credit unions that borrow money borrower’s interest is not set for 30 years; it can increase overnight – and as a result it is possible that mortgage rates with the market once the start rate ends. also may go up. As this is written, in mid-December, the Mortgage But maybe not. The reason that we may not see much Bankers Association says that fixed-rate conforming of a mortgage-rate increase, or maybe no increase once mortgages – loans that can be sold to Fannie Mae and the markets calm down, is that the Fed’s action was not Freddie Mac – are priced at 4.14 percent, while 5/1 ARMs a secret. Lenders have thought for months that the Fed have a 3.25 percent start rate, a rate good for five years. would act, and the result is that they built the risk of an If you borrow $150,000 at 4.14 percent the monthly fixed-rate payment will be $728.28 for principal and interest increase into the rates they have been charging.

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over 30 years. A 5/1 ARM at 3.25 percent has an initial $652.81 monthly cost for principal and interest. The ARM start rate lasts five years, so a borrower will save $75.47 per month, $905.64 a year, and $4,528 over five years. What happens after five years is unknown; the ARM rate can rise or fall. Is it worth $4,500 to face the risk of higher rates in five years? Choosing between fixed-rate and adjustable financing is a decision only borrowers can make. The last time the Federal Funds Rate changed was December 2008. The mortgage market we have had since then now is changing. One result is that we are likely to see lenders with real differences between them as they respond to rate changes. For this reason it’s important to shop for rates because even a small savings – say a quarter of a percent – can make a big difference in terms of your ability to borrow, in addition to your monthly expenses.

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Firm Advice: Consider Both Agent And Brokerage

POTENTIAL BUYERS AND SELLERS SHOULDN’T JUST TURN TO THEIR FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR A RECOMMENDED AGENT

f you’re thinking of buying or selling, chances are you’ll select your real estate agent based upon a name referred from a friend, neighbor, or relative. Referrals are the number one way both first-time and repeat buyers and sellers settle on an agent, according to surveys from the National Association of Realtors. But when a specific agent is recommended, should the name of the realty firm he’s affiliated with also matter? Probably, say many agents. The agent who worked

out well for a trusted friend or relative may likely be associated with a new firm now. In a 2015 survey of its members, the NAR found that 30 percent were with their present firm for one year or less, compared to 18 percent in 2014. Some newly affiliated are brand new to the profession, but doubtless many have switched firms, acknowledges Maggie Kasperski, a spokeswoman for the NAR. “One thing sellers should ask about is whether the brokerage has a strong web presence so that their home

is easy to find,” advises Angie Lotz, of RE/MAX All Pro in Bloomingdale, Illinois, noting that many buyers shop the Internet vigorously. Firms will differ in their offerings of search technology, too. For instance, buyers glued to their smartphone should put a priority on whether an app is available giving “real-time information,” says Cindy Soderstrom of RE/MAX Signature Homes in Hinsdale, Illinois. Also, the commission charged a seller can with ERA Mi Casa in be influenced by a broker- Chicago. Judge independent age’s policy, adds Erika and national realty firms Villegas, broker-associate

equally, advises Marina 2015), noting that what’s Krakovsky, author of “The important is the firm’s Middleman Economy” local reputation. (Palgrave Macmillan,

AMERICAN DREAM REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC. 1.6 Acre Arbor Lane

Charming One Level Home #862621• $142,500

Fannie Mae Nookachamp Hills #864985 • $345,500

Great Buy!! Lg kitchen, original hdwd flrs throughout. Two nice sized bedrooms, remodeled bathroom. Double pane windows and forced air heat. Newer roof and siding & exterior paint. Set on a nice flat lot with fruit trees, private back yard Detached carport offers tons of storage. Best buy in this price range!!

Wonderful Fannie Mae Homepath Nookachamp 3 bedroom 2 bath 1996 sqft 1 level home. This property features an open floor plan with vaulted ceiling and amble natural light, huge master suite with 2 way fire place walk in closet & private bath, large kitchen with hardwood floors and dining area, gas heat, gas hot water, large 2 car garage. New paint & new carpet too! All in the terrific Nookachamp Hills neighbor hood just outside of Mount Vernon.

#685048 • $125,000

Nicely treed 1.6 acre building lot just south of Mount Vernon City limits. This is a certified building lot, gas electric and water in street at property line. Easy access to I-5 & Mount Vernon.

In the heart of Sedro Woolley #877691• $91,900

Terrific Fannie Mae Homepath propety located right in the heart of Sedro Woolley just off HWY 20. This 2 bedroom 1 bath home would make a wonderful start home or investment. Nice large kitchen with newer cabinets, large bathroom, living room with hardwood floors and forced air propane furnace. Alley access for off street parking and nice shed too!

1 Acre Right Off College Way #843469 • $204,900

Fannie Mae Homepath house in Mount Vernon located on a private lane on over 1 acre right off College way. This 3 bedroom 2 bath 1671 sqft home features NEW: Roof, Siding, Interior Paint, Carpet, Appliances, Plumbing and much more! This hard to find property is a great value and ready for new owners. Don’t miss out on this great property.

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Investment opportunity! Great rental with good renters. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1300+ SF. Quiet location at the end of the street. Large fenced yard, 2 car covered parking. Great family room with wood stove that has a beautiful surround. Call Geri Cole, 391-1614 #834565

717 W. LINCOLN ST, MV

$119,900

Investment opportunity! Updated electrical, plumbing, & windows. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 886 SF. Call Geri Cole, 391-1614 #834521

17360 BENNETT RD, MV

$189,950

Cute, clean & charming, this 2 bedroom cottage is conveniently located to just about everything. Gorgeous, fully fenced & landscaped yard includes a small koi pond, large greenhouse/shed, chicken coop, raised garden beds, & fabulous mature plants. Inside, original oak floors & coved ceilings. Lots of built-in storage. Nice office. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 #853770

1303 MADDOX CREEK RD, MV

$219,500

Move in ready! Great ground floor unit. No steps. 2 beds plus a den/office, 2 baths, & a 2 car attached garage. Lots of windows, sunset views, large open chef’s kitchen, all appliances stay, walk in closet, laundry just off the kitchen, gas heat & HW. Walk off the deck into your back yard. The grounds & exterior all maintained by the association. Call Dick Nord, 661-6529 #874161

534 W. BENNETT ST, SW

$229,500

Great location on a dead end street with over 1/2 an acre of property. 3 beds, 1 full bath. Great soil for gardening. Nice shop on the property. Sliding glass door goes out to a nice large deck & spacious back yard. Gas fireplace in the living room. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #832871

4612 NOOKSACK LOOP, MV

$239,950

Skagit Highlands - move-in ready, super clean, gas heat, tankless w/h, large fenced backyard w/ raised garden bed, & all appliances included, 1680 SF, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, 2 car garage. More photos & information at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 / Shawn & Tiffany Danley, 488-3858 #839944

303 N. 30TH STREET, MV

$265,000

This great Hansell Mitzel home on .2 acre lot features 4 beds, including generous master suite w/walkin-closet & private 3/4 bath. Wide plank flooring throughout main floor living area. Kitchen w/stainless appliances, pantry & breakfast bar, open to the living area. Huge stamped concrete patio, plus horseshoe pit area, storage shed, fully fenced. Attached 2 car garage. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 #877900

7158 STEELHEAD LANE, BURL

$268,500

Updated 1 story home on the tranquil Samish River. 3 beds, 2.25 baths. This lovely home boasts large living & family room, brand new kitchen with new cabinets, countertops & appliances, new flooring throughout, new interior & exterior paint, new roof & a huge level lot. 2 car garage. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #862640

617 FERRY ST, SW

$272,500

Circa 1913 Colonial on Historic Ferry Street! Stately corner lot, beautiful front porch, 9’ ceilings, lots of character, period light fixtures, newer roof, windows, refinished hardwoods, newer paint, furnace, & more! 1809 sf, 4 beds, 2.5 baths. More photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Shawn & Tiffany Danley 2984857/Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #871576

15408 STATE ROUTE 9, MV

$295,000

1910 farmhouse plus a 1980 Mfg home on 2 adjoining lots totaling 7.93 acres. Beautiful mountain & valley views, fruit trees, & rolling pasture space. Individual Septic systems for both properties; shared well between the 2. Lots of possibilities. 2254 SF, 4 beds, 2.25 baths. SkagitValleyHomes.com. Bill & Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446/ Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360-2984857 #855253

300 N. OAK ST, BURL

$299,900

Turn of the century home offering beautiful millwork & character. Free standing gas stove, formal dining & living rooms. Lg. master suite. Wrap around deck, outbuilding & garage. Exterior access for large attached office w/ kitchen & bath. Great location. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #865119

13862 S. FREDONIA RD, MV

$329,000

VACANT LAND

Classic Farmhouse on 1.49 level acres. 2400 SF w/ cozy gathering room off the kitchen, formal dining, & spacious formal living room. Large pantry/laundry. Upstairs the master bedroom has fireplace, private .75 bath. 3 additional bdrms & full bath up. Property has mature landscape, greenhouse, detached carport w/RV parking & shop rm, orchard, plus shop-ready slab. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 #862176

15939 State Route 9, MV

17325 OLYMPIC PL, MV

Great Bay View location. Completed soil logs, some marketable timber, power at the road, letter from Dept. of Ecology on file with Skagit County Planning allowing a drilled well. Beautiful building site with privacy. Corners are marked. approx. 4 miles to I-5 & 3 miles to Bay View State Park. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #775730

$369,000

Come see this NW contemporary modified A-frame - a custom home perfectly suited to its site! Peaceful Skyridge community offers easy I-5 & Mount Vernon access, privacy & large treed lots – 3 beds, 2.25 baths, 2187 SF. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #840992

5459 PARKRIDGE PLACE, SW

$499,900

Charming 2 story home in beautiful Park Ridge. Sitting on a shy 5 acres & surrounded by fruit trees. This house features a full mother-in-law in the downstairs floor & 7 bays in the garage/shop. The home has new exterior & interior paint. Paved driveway, a huge deck with a hot tub. Call Nathan Loeb, 333-7197 #870767

17304 OLYMPIC PL, MV

$525,000

Beautifully remodeled this well-designed, spacious home boasts westerly views framed by lovely mature landscaping. Gourmet kitchen, elegant master suite & much more. Great location in Skyridge neighborhood. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #579939

$108,000 Nice view property. Great location the property has a well with the Department of Ecology tag on it. It was put in, in 2002, but the county will not issue a permit for construction due to building moratorium. Nice recreational property. Call April Axthelm, 661-4947 #784662

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$525,000

This classic cape cod home has that elegant coastal style! Open Great Room plan w/lovely rich finishes. Cozy upstairs w/bonus room, perfect for media center or study; can easily be 4th BR. This design has an abundance of space. Beautiful outdoor spaces w/ carefree landscaping & sprinklers. Gracious covered front porch & 2 stunning back yard spaces complete w/pergola & fire pit. Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 869408

62 ELIZA ISL, BELLINGHAM

$300,000

Own your own get-away retreat or full time residence w/100 ft of high bank waterfront, private beaches, an air strip, island care taker, dock. This well-built home is hand crafted w/cedar wood siding & pine walls inside, picture windows to highlight your expansive view, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths & workshop. Low maintenance landscaping & a warm welcoming island feel it’s a piece of heaven. Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS# 709594

9772 GOLDEN VIEW TRAIL, LA CONNER $232,000 100 ft of water front in a cottage designed for vacations. The floor plan is uniquely set up for entertaining w/an open kitchen & living area, but two distinct living areas so your guests can have a living area of their own & even a separate entrance. This is an active VRBO. Kristi Gabrielse 360.420.3119 MLS# 870830

12838 MARINE DR, ANACORTES

$369,000

A MILLION dollar view for less than 1/2 price!! High bank waterfront w/180 degree views of Burrows Bay, Straits, Olympics & the lights of Victoria. Adorable cabin feel for the weekend getaways. Enjoy your deck on a warm sunny day or the covered porch when it’s blustery. Detached studio is perfect for overnight guest or office space. Great for the summer getaways or vacationing in the San Juans or a full time residence. Beach rights. Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS# 760587

1318 ERIE AVE, ANACORTES

$319,900

Fully renovated & move in ready on corner lot. Views of Guemes Channel & Cypress Island. Brand new electrical, plumbing, windows, deck & bathrooms. New kitchen w/granite countertops, soft close cabinets & walk in pantry. New insulation in crawl space. HUGE living room with FP. 3 BR’s on main level & 1 on upper. Bonus room off dining can be used as den, office, playroom, etc. Oversized parking area for boat and/or RV. Lindi Kudlacek 713.822.9203 MLS# 833287

3813 ROCK RIDGE PKWY, ANACORTES

392 CHINOOK WY, CENTER ISL

$229,000

Beautifully maintained custom home w/separate bunkhouse. Vaulted wood ceilings, an awesome loft bedroom, open kitchen & dining. Enough deck space to make entertaining guests fun & easy w/an outdoor dining area to enjoy of this lovely park-like setting. With nearby access to clubhouse, docks & common area; boating, crabbing & fishing is a breeze. Take the water taxi from Anacortes for a 30 min boat ride to the island. Sarah Jones 360.333.2783 MLS# 837702

3911 ROCK RIDGE PKWY, ANACORTES

4911 PORTALIS WY, ANACORTES

$714,900

Beautiful NW waterfront log home located on Guemes Island w/captivating views to the West. Welcoming cooks kitchen w/butcher-block island. Home features: main floor living w/updated appliances, many newer blinds, leaf guard gutters, work shop/craft room; bonus of a heat pump & pellet stove. Short ferry ride from Anacortes to your island getaway. Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS# 767368

$459,000

Dynamic views of both pleasure and commercial boating activity, ferries and the surrounding San Juan Islands from this well-designed town-home. Contemporary finishes countered w/ warm living spaces; great room kitchen w/stainless and slab granite, living with traditional fireplace and dining with butler’s bar all positioned for view. French doors open up to the master suite w/ views, plantation style shutters and a gorgeous bath. Additional over sized room plus a 3rd bedroom/den; ample storage. Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 806328

$559,000

Captivating views from this new construction home. Main level living in comfort & elegance. Granite counter tops in the gourmet kitchen. Gas fireplace w/built in, master suite w/walk in closet & double sinks in bath, add’l bedroom, full bath & utility on main. Lower level features family room, full bath & bedroom. High efficiency ductless mini split & heat pump for heating & cooling. Near to trail heads & Cranberry Lake, a local favorite. Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS# 838007

5138 WEST SHORE RD, GUEMES ISL

ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

$519,000

The latest in Strandberg Constructions series of homes at Rock Ridge, set against a backdrop of lush forest lands and embracing the Pacific Northwest style. This 2,504 sqft home features; 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open living areas, exquisite finishes and tranquil outdoor retreat areas. Moments from parks, forest lands, the water and town enjoy all that Anacortes has to offer! Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 778437

LAND 1502 D AVE, ANACORTES

$350,000

Currently D Ave Nursery with a land use of 590 Retail, Misc. Also includes 2201 15th Street, with a remodeled house used for retail sales. Total footage of both parcels is approx. 21,400 SF. Long time Anacortes business. Judy Moore 360.770.3515 MLS# 524156

2104 PENNSYLVANIA CT, ANACORTES

$160,000

Lot ready to build your dream home in lovely established neighborhood of quality homes! Architecturally designed floor plan available for this lot as daylight basement style, approximately 2600 SF. Buyer has opportunity to customize to their exact specifications: colors, finishes, etc. Quality, reliable builder ready to build your custom dream home or bring your own builder. Model home completed on the plat, Lot 13, is example of quality and features available. Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 582940

SEAVIEW WAY, ANACORTES

4219 CEDARCREST LN, ANACORTES

ill Robillard 360-770-4707 uzz Ely 360-202-4626 aroline Baumann 360-202-7327 atherine Mers 360-982-6831 hristine Cleland-McGrath 360-708-0267

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360-202-3891 360-770-3515 360-941-4400 360-420-3119 360-333-9975

Linda Macy Lindi Kudlacek Margi Houghton Nate Scott Paul Necco

$750,000

Spectacular, panoramic, western views of the Olympic Mtns, San Juan Islands & Burrows Bay from this 10 acres gated property. An unbelievable opportunity awaits to create your ultimate retreat. Underground utilities at the lot for water and power. Del Mar private beach access & seasonal boat moorage access are included. This area is zoned for 10-acre minimum parcels creating a serene natural setting with rocky knolls, natural meadows and conifers. 90 min. to Seattle and 45 min to Bellingham. Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 770482

LOT 1 KINGSWAY, ANACORTES

$350,000

This southwest, gently sloping, corner lot is in the desirable Skyline neighborhood. All Anacortes city utilities are in the street. Great location near Washington Park and the Skyline Marina. All Skyline amenities which include: clubhouse, beach cabana, Tug Boat Park (beach access), tennis courts and playground. Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 773150

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008 • (800) 327-5291 Cheryl Frazier Colleen Craig Colleen Sargent Cynthia Aanestad Debbie Macy

$160,000

Build Your view dream home in desirable Seaview. Extra-large lot with plan available for daylight basement home. Lot is cleared and ready to build. Views of the San Juans and beyond. lot is part of Del Mar Community water & Association, which has boat moorage and access to 2 community beaches. Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 604279

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Paul Weisz 360-391-7281 Rebecca Chamberlain 360-421-5021 Rick Bennett 360-202-2630 Rob Skelton 360-488-3776 Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 Vicki Cooley 206-949-1010

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Realtor.com’s Top 10 hottest markets for 2016 are: 1. Providence, Rhode Island and Warwick, Massachusetts

WHAT TO EXPECT IN 2016 Moderate gains in prices and sales to help drive ‘normal but healthy’ housing market

driving force behind this growth, increasing 12 percent year over year and new home sales rising 16 percent. Existing home sales are slower at 3 percent year over year. “Next year’s moderate gains in existing prices s buying a new home and sales, versus the one of your New Year’s accelerated growth we’ve resolutions? Well, seen in previous years, you’re not alone. indicate that we are The forecast for the entering a normal but 2016 housing market is healthy housing market,” one of solid growth and Jonathan Smoke, chief a strong desire to buy economist for Realtor. according to two new com, said in statement. reports on real estate “The improvements trends from The National we’ve seen over the last Association of Realtors few years have enabled and Realtor.com, respec- a recovery in the existtively. ing home market, but Total home sales we still need to make up are expected to reach 6 ground in new construcmillion, the highest level tion, which we could since 2006, according begin to see in 2016.” to Realtor.com’s 2016 Continued job crehousing forecast. New ation and a 2.5 increase housing construction is a in gross domestic prod-

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2. St. Louis 3. San Diego/ Carlsbad, California 4. Sacramento/ Roseville/Arden/ Arcade, California uct also point towards a healthier housing market, although only half of the respondents to the NAR’s Housing Opportunities and Market Experience survey said they believed the economy is on the mend. Another 44 percent think it’s actually in a recession. “The promising stretch of job creation in several parts of the country in recent years has the housing market in 2015 on track for its best year of sales since the downturn,” Lawrence Yun, the NAR’s chief economist, said in a statement. “However, that only half of surveyed households believe the economy is improving can be attributed to the fact that some areas have been slow to recover and wages have yet to grow in a meaningful way for far too many families.”

Potential homebuyers are mostly tempered by higher mortgage rates and mounting home prices. Fifty-three percent of renters surveyed by the NAR said that they don’t own a home because they can’t afford it. As mortgage rates are expected to rise to 4.35 percent for a 30year fixed loan by the end of 2016, it makes sense that about twothirds of renters think it would be very or somewhat difficult to obtain a mortgage. Overall, though, the outlook according to both reports is positive. Realtor.com expects sales to be propelled mainly by three groups: older millennials looking for their first homes, young Gen Xers with families, and retirees looking to downsize. Renters looking to be-

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come homeowners also are expected to boost sales – 83 percent of renters said they want to own a home in the future and 77 percent said that homeownership remains a part of their American Dream. Both current homeowners (82 percent) and renters (68 percent) said they feel positively about the market and that it’s a good time to buy a home. Many current owners (53 percent) also felt strongly that it is a good time to sell your home. The markets that will see the biggest growth in 2016 have a growing housing formation, a prosperous job market and low unemployment rates as well as large populations of the aforementioned groups likely to buy.

5. Atlanta/Sandy Springs/Roswell, Georgia 6. New Orleans/ Metairie, Louisiana 7. Memphis, Tennessee 8. Charlotte/Concord/Gastonia, North Carolina 9. Virginia Beach/ Norfolk/Newport News, Virginia 10. Boston/Cambridge/Newton, Massachusetts 9

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CL A SSIFIEDS 1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals. Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com

Mobile home for sale, 14'X72', 2 bdrm 2 bath, very nice condition, single wide. Need to move. $12,000 cash. Will entertain reasonable offers. 360-8565783.

23018 Ida Lane Sedro Woolley, $298,500

Spacious 4 Bdrm Rambler with 2,069 sq. ft. of living area. Wonderful Rec Room is perfect for large gatherings. Nice open kitchen with lots of cabinets. Also has an attached 2-Car garage. Located on 1.67 acres in beautiful wooded setting. MLS#824068 Call Jeff Ingman 360-202-2859 Brown McMillen Real Estate

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4605 BEAVER POND DRIVE EAGLEMONT

$649,000 13062 GLENWOOD DRIVE, CLEARLAKE $269,000 18580 BLACKBERRY LANE, MOUNT VERNON !

With attention to detail, wonderful home w/spectacular views of Eaglemont Golf Course! French Doors w/slate entry, Elva Hunter hardwood & carpet, living w/gas fireplace, 360-202-3086 formal dining. Fabulous gourmet kitchen solid granite island, beautiful cabinets, opens to Lg great room w/fireplace & box beam ceiling. French doors open to Large Deck that spans the entire house, overlooking the golf course. Eaglemont Community w/spectacular clubhouse & restaurant. MLS#815455 1802 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON $129,000

2680 118TH AVE SE #103, BELLEVUE

$225,000

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Heaven on Earth!

Lovely Country home, 1.62 Fence acres, Barn, 3bd home w/ attached 1 car garage and territorial view. New carpet, vinyl, windows and slider door, Terrific soap stone wood stove plus gas fireplace, JoAnn Boudreau updated stainless appliances. Approx. 360-391-0746 1400 sf not far between Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley. MLS# 865834 1804 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON

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$1,400/MO XXX SHANNON LAKE RD, CONCRETE

Immaculate 3 bed/2 full baths, 1830 sq ft home with beautiful kitchen and attention to detail. Large deck off back w/territorial view. All rooms and entrance are on 1 level, with lg utility room and all appliances. Forced air heating, septic and window coverings. 1 year Sandy Everett lease and NO Pets. Background/Credit check 360-202-3706 $52 for each adult 18 years and above. First, last and deposit. $599,000 15XXX MEADOWLARK LANE, MOUNT VERNON $ 95,000 ! NG

Great location w/easy access to I-405, downtown, parks and trails. Good sized Master w/ full bath and 2 closets. 2nd Carla Fischer bedroom has French doors that open to 360-982-0010 private balcony. Wood burning fireplace in living room. Individual garage and two additional parking spots w/permits. Clubhouse w/sauna and workout room. Pets allowed with restrictions. SS subject to lien holder approval. MLS # 763294 $58,900 $750/MO 19248 HWY 9, BIG LAKE

Beautiful, peaceful setting. Imagine waking up each morning to spectacular views of Sauk Mountain, the Cascades, Skagit River & the valley below...! Enjoy privacy in a Shirley Bertholf park-like atmosphere w/panoramic 360-840-1863 views. Close to town. Nice hiking through forest w/cedar groves. What more could you ask for? MLS#175569 1711 E COLLEGE WY, MOUNT VERNON

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All city amenities available at Mount Baker view from one of the street; including PUD water, premier lots in beautiful Eaglemont! Elva Hunter electricity, natural gas, cable Pre-Sale and Custom design your 360-202-3086 TV, city sewer and city garbage Danya Wolf dream home with Irving Construction pick-up. Lovely evergreens and 360-708-8294 fine craftsmanship...wonderful open floor plan. Builder deciduous trees. Over 1/5 of an custom built 1806 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. # 794097 acre! Includes two tax parcels! MLS#863875 $167,000 20274 STACKPOLE RD, MOUNT VERNON $225,000 1804 BAKERVIEW CT. #LOT 170, MOUNT VERNON $165,000

Attractive, large lot in beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course community, close to brand new 20,000+ SF clubhouse, Elva Hunter dining and full fitness facilities. 360-202-3086 Complete plans for a beautiful home on this lot are negotiable. MLS# 475295 3004 BARRELL SPRINGS RD, BOW

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Home is a fixer upper. Barn is on State Historical Registry. Fantastic Beautiful 15.5 acres in sought after view and great building site Bow! There are 3 possible building on this 4.92 acre tract. Fenced. sites, 2 have road access into them. The Property sets nicely on the east property has been replanted & offers side of and above E. Stackpole Rd. Danya Wolf seclusion and also southwesterly sun Donna Kurras Occupants of fixer upper house are 360-708-8294 exposure. Seller has put in a well, just 360-770-7596 uncooperative. They also state water (dug well) is needs power & pump. This is the perfect property to not potable. House has 2 bedrooms;1 bath; 1056 build your custom home or put a manufactured home square ft, built in 1910; effective year built is 1983; on. MLS# 794546 electric baseboard heat. MLS#867198

Building offers waiting room and reception area, 2 offices and separate 1/2 bath. College Way signage & convenient parking. Handicapped accessible. Ramp. Danya Wolf Former chiropractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office; former 360-708-8294 school classroom; and former massage therapy. Unit A. Unit B is Allstate Insurance. MLS#806696

Lake view lot in Big Lake! Tract A (P17995) a gently sloped partially wooded lot on South end of Big Lake. Enjoy the sunsets on this 1/3 acre lot! MLS#853972

3709 BEAL ST, BELLINGHAM 98225

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

$1,000,000

Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

Mount Baker view from one of the premier large lots (10972 Sq. Ft) in beautiful Eaglemont! Builder/Owner will build for you or bring your own builder! All utilities are in and ready for you to build. Complete set of plans for a beautiful home on this lot is negotiable. Builder completed 1806 Elva Hunter and 1808 Bakerview Ct. MLS#848246 360-202-3086

COMMERCIAL/LIGHT INDUSTRIAL

2.55 acres of light industrial land located 1 block South of Meridian Street. Great I-5 visibility! The parcel is currently comprised of 6 sfr, of which 4 are actively rented, generating a total monthly rental of approximately $4000.00 per month. (3713, 3711, 3709, 3705 Beal Street and 906 & 910 Baker Street) All tenants are on month to month or short term leases. This is a great opportunity to continue your revenue stream while finishing your final planning for the parcel. MLS#818713

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