Real Estate Weekly | April 24, 2015

RE-Weekly.com REAL ESTATE IN SKAGIT, ISLAND AND WHATCOM COUNTIES

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Q & A: ASK OUR BROKER P. 3

SELLING A VACANT HOME? P. 4

OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, April 26th, 11-1 FEATURE HOME: 701 CRESTED BUTTE BOULEVARD, MOUNT VERNON Jamie Yantis, Windermere Skagit

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THE INS AND OUTS OF SINGLE FAMILY RENTAL HOMES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Q & A: Ask Our Broker

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Selling a Vacant Home?

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The Ins and Outs of Single Family Rental Homes P. 8 Classifieds

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. APR. 25TH 12-2PM 7140 285th Street NW, Stanwood $329,950 Dir: I-5 exit 212, w. 4 mi, right on 64th. Cont. to Woodland s curve, right on 68th, left on 285th, home on left. Light use home in top neighborhood. 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Bright open floor plan. Kitchen w/maple cabinets open to fam. rm. w/ fireplace. MLS #762414 Call Ron, 333-1045

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

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Mount Vernon $184,950 Charming 3 BR, 1 BA Craftsman style home. Lg. bdrms w/ Cedar lined closets feat. built-ins. Light & bright kitchen w/ original hardwood cabinets. Wood fireplace insert easily heats entire home. Fully fenced garden & private patio. 1 car garage w/shop/work area. Come see today!

MLS #772427 Call Ron, 333-1045

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Mount Vernon $259,000 Conveniently located between Burlington & Anacortes. 3 BR, 2 BA home. Kitchen feat. top of line stainless refrigerator, range, dishwasher, & microwave. Master suite incl. lg. closet & full bath.

3 car attached garage. Nicely landscaped lg. yard.

MLS #772553 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Burlington $239,900 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Oversized 2 Car Garage + Carport. Gas Heat, Wood Fireplace. 1800 Square Feet. Dead end street. Large, level lot with garden space. MLS #774307 Call Debbie, 708-8780

Mount Vernon $239,950 Fantastic home built by Max Liddell. Quality home has large living room. Family room w/fireplace.

Large bedrooms and bathrooms. Freshly painted, new carpeting. Located on quiet cul-de-sac.

MLS #699715 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Burlington $285,500 Bayhill Rambler on shy ¼ acre. 3 BR, 1 ¾ baths, 1772 sq. ft.. Vaulted ceilings, skylights. Granite in kit. w/eating bar. Fireplace in lg. fam. rm. New roof, oversized 2 car garage. MLS #775317 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Sedro-Woolley $189,950 Classic home, move-in ready. Fantastic updated kitchen w/custom tile. Upgraded appliances. Coved ceilings & beautiful beadboard abound. 2 bdrms, 1 lg. updated bath. Lg. shop/garage 24 x 26. Pvt. fenced yard w/fruit trees & raised garden bed & more. MLS #751066 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Ivana Wood 770-3550

Burlington $469,950 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

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

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Anacortes $485,000 Vintage Home on shy 1 acre. Desirable Old Town area. 4 BR, 1.5 BA, shy 2000 SF. Potential for sub-dividing, several outbuildings. MLS #539951 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

Maggie deSouza 610-8413

Ayla Contois 610-1652

Kenny Sides 982-3400

Shelley Sides 472-1873

Mount Vernon $595,000 Lovely Bayview home with water view. Situated on 2.7 ac w/views of Padilla Bay & Olympic Mtns. Open sunny floor plan, lg. kitchen, granite & more. Lg. master suite w/jetted tub on the entire 2nd floor. 3,120 SF hm w/lots of storage!

Hay & RV space w/loafing shed for horses. Detached 2 car garage/shop w/full bath. Pond, pasture, fruit trees, & mature landscaping. MLS #753801 Call Kirk, 770-7470

Jennifer Baker 220-1526

Steph Vervaart Property Mgmt Assistant

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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HAS THE MARKET BOUNCED BACK YET?

from 2000 through 2009, years when the program lost money.

Third, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac now will buy loans with as little as 3 percent down, a big reduction from the previous 5 percent standard.

Why the cut? Because “lower wealth borrowers” need help, according to FHFA Director Mel Watt.

Are we over the foreclosure meltdown?

Actually, though, it’s a way to pump up home sales Hasn’t the real estate market largely recovered? and loan originations.

Fourth, according to the National Association of Realtors, existing home sales fell 3.1 percent in 2014.

Fifth, according to David M. Blitzer, managing In a word, no, the housing market has not fully director and chairman of the Index Committee at recovered. Here’s the evidence: S&P Dow Jones Indices, “the housing recovery is First, the Federal Housing Finance Agency tells faltering.

While prices and sales of existing homes us that in November (the last month available at this writing) home prices had increased 5.3 percent are close to normal, construction and new home during the past year. That’s the good news. The bad sales remain weak. Before the current business cycle, news is that real estate values still were 4.5 percent any time housing starts were at their current level of about one million at annual rates, the economy was below their 2007 peak. in a recession.”

Second, the Federal Housing Administration has Blitzer adds that “the softness in housing recently cut its annual mortgage insurance premium is despite favorable conditions elsewhere in by 0.5 percent, a huge savings for new borrowers.

Why did it take until 2015 to enact such a reduction? the economy: strong job growth, a declining unemployment rate, continued low interest rates Because the FHA is trying to recover from the massive losses that took place with loans insured and positive consumer confidence.”

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By Peter G. Miller

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360.757.6013 800.869.7084

NOOKACHAMP HILLS.. GORGEOUS VIEWS, 5 BR., 3 BA.. Spacious mstr suite, kitchen w/granite, walk-in pantry, eating bar. Great family rm on lower floor, media rm & more. $429,900. #772302 CUTE & COMFY..open floor plan, cute 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath w/lg kitchen, fenced yard, shed. 55+ Park $79,900. #656240 GREAT FOR HORSES..20 acres w/ 10 acres in pasture & nice westerly views near Alger. Includes well, electric & paid Bldg. Permit. $229,500. #741820 GREAT 1ST STREET LOCATION in Mt Vernon, 2 story bldg. In excellent condition. Separate entrances, extra storage space. $430,000. #658726

Jodi Dynes Terri Heyntsen Holly Hilts

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333-7783 391-0938 661-5538

So, despite the massive dislocations that still echo from 2008 and before, does this mean you should not consider the purchase of real estate? Not at all.

Interest rates are near record lows. Home prices nationwide have yet to reach the levels seen eight years ago, especially when one adjusts for inflation.

Significant tax benefits for owners remain in place.

Moreover, rental rates are soaring. As Zillow reports, “median rents continued rising nationwide in January, with rental appreciation in some small and even struggling housing markets catching up to the country’s hottest areas.”

The real issue concerns your personal finances and preferences, in addition to your local real estate market. You need to review your options, especially in light of today’s low-rate mortgages that may require less down or have smaller annual insurance costs.

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PARK LIKE SETTING..Beautiful 3 Br, 2872 sf Rambler on private 1 1/2 acres. Huge family room, lovely & spacious living/dining rm, 2 car garage. $325,000. #576444 2 BEDROOM MT. VERNON CONDO..wonderful updated condo close to shopping, and hospital, upgraded kitchen appliances, won’t last long.$109.950 #733759 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 BUILDING LOT IN MT. VERNON..South end of Mt Vernon, Lg private lot at end of road. $49,000. #694415 56 WOODED ACRES..w/paved road frontage . High land across from Skagit River w/beautiful views. $119,500. #601056

Tim Reichert Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman

391-5587 202-2859 661-0145

COUNTRY STYLE.. Delightful 2 story home on approx., 1.3 ac. Easy I 5 access. 3 Br, 2.5 Ba, spacious bonus rm & office space. Attached 3 car garage & more! $299,950. #758143 BIG LAKE WATERFRONT..1 ac bldg lot,sunny side of Lake. Sewer, water, gas & power in street.290+ft of w/ front, approved house plans &permit. Possible owner terms $375,000 #480557 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME..excellent 1/3 acre w/views of Big Lake & surrounding mtns is ready to go. All utilities in road incl. Nat’l gas. Close to golf course, $75,000 #598013 UNBELIEVABLE BARGAIN..for 60 acres of Timberland just 3 miles east of Sedro Woolley. $89,500.#600933

Tod LeHecka Fritz Inman Jan Scally

333-1032 661-0147 421-5160

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CHARMING HOME.. 4Br.,completely updated. Lg kitchen w/granite counter tops, island,stainless appl.,vaulted wood ceillings,bonus rm wired for entertainment system & more. $359,000. #770461 ROOM TO ROAM..gorgeous 3 Br., 2.75 Ba.,home on appx. 5 ac. 3 stall barn, over 3700 sf ft. interior w/many upgrades, new floor coverings, loft/library, rec. rm., a must see. $459,000. #767537 HEAVILY WOODED..20 acres at top of hill. Logged about 20 yrs ago & will be ready to harvest again in 15 to 20 years. $79,500. #600899 ATTENTION BUILDERS..We have 31 lots available with all utilities stubbed to each lot. Beautiful setting near Big Lake, priced from $84,000-$145,000. #746424 thru # 746695

Ron Wortham 661-1500 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Dave Parsons 391-4008

Galen Kindred Travis Lohman

770-7083 661-4533

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Selling a Vacant Home?

Try Virtual Staging.

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ith a flick of a magic wand, a magician can make objects quickly appear and disappear, to the delight of audiences.

Sellers with an empty residence for sale can perform a similar trick by making furniture appear in their empty homes to try to please potential home shoppers.

Virtual home staging uses software to easily transform photos of vacant living spaces into images digitally enhanced with handsomely furnished and decorated rooms that can be displayed in an online listing

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to attract prospective buyers, the vast majority of whom begin their househunting on the Internet.

Unlike traditional home staging – which involves either rearranging or enhancing existing furniture and décor within a living space, or temporarily substituting these elements with attractive and updated “borrowed” furnishings – virtual staging is much simpler and cheaper; virtually enhancing a room can be done for anywhere from $50 to $150 per photo and eliminates the need for bringing in/moving out furniture.

“Virtual staging allows someone to see the interior of a home online in a way that helps them understand the space by picturing it with furniture, which usually has an updated, contemporary feel and shows no clutter,” says Douglas Pinter, creator of a New York firm that provides prop furniture for home staging.

“The intent is to encourage the viewer to see the property in person.”

However, traditional home staging is often preferable to prevent shoppers from feeling deceived if they visit the home and don’t see the

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furnishings shown in the virtually staged images, says Kinnaird Fox, associate broker with a real estate company in New York.

“Real furniture helps define a space. Many people are unable to visualize how they would use a space when it’s empty,” says Fox. For sellers with a tight budget, Leigh Newport, owner of a staging business in Sterling, Virginia, suggests traditional staging on a few high-impact rooms – the main level and master bedroom and bathroom.

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FEATURE HOME FROM COVER: 701 CRESTED BUTTE BLVD, MOUNT VERNON Windermere Real Estate/Skagit 1030 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360.424.4901 www.WindermereSkagit.com

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• UPDATED/REMODELED/RESTORED, BEAUTIFUL CRAFTSMAN “CUTIE”!

• 2 LG. BEDROOMS, 1.75 NEW BATHS, “SMART “ NEST THERMOSTAT, ENERGY EFFICIENT HOME • NEWER WOOD FLRS., NEW KITCHEN W/S.S. APPLIANCES, 1 CAR GAR. + C/P + NEW SHOP & MORE!

• LOVELY 1999 “MARLETTE” W/GARAGE/CARPORT & FINISHED SHOP/HOBBY ROOM • 3 BD., 2 BA., LG. FAMILY RM., GAS HEAT, A/C, TREX DECK W/WHEEL CHAIR RAMP • 55+ LIVING AT IT’S BEST, “TOP 5” PARKS IN WASHINGTON STATE!

• AFFORDABLE 55+ LIVING AT IT’S BEST, QUIET FRIENDLY PARK “LIFESTYLE”! • UPDATED 2 BEDROOM, 1.75 BATH W/NEWER VINYL WINDOWS & FURNACE • GORGEOUS LANDSCAPING, CLOSE TO CLUBHOUSE W/ACTIVE SOCIAL CALENDAR!

1030 FAIRHAVEN AVE., BURLINGTON $538,900

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• “SUNNY NORTH/WEST” SIDE OF BEAUTIFUL BIG LAKE, 85 FT. W/LG. DOCK! • ENJOY SUNRISES, & LOTS OF AFTERNOON SUN , LOVELY 2836 SQ. FT. CUSTOM HOME • 4 BD, 4 BATHS, 1464 S.F. SHOP, TOTAL OF 5 CAR PARKING, GORGEOUS 2/3 ACRE SETTING!

• GREAT LOCATION NEAR SCHOOLS/SERVICES/PARKS, APPROX. 1+- ACRE • ONE OF THE FEW “LAST IN TOWN” LARGE BUILDING SITES, UP TO 6 UNITS! • UTILITIES IN STREET, 6 LOTS POSS. AS PER BURLINGTON PLANNING DEPARTMENT!

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• 1 ACRE W/2 DWELLINGS, COUNTY APPROVED ‘IN LAW” APARTMENT • 3 BD., 2.5 BA., IN HOME THEATER, HUGE GREAT RM., NEW FLOOR COVERINGS • NEW TREX DECK, HIGH DOOR R.V. GARAGE/SHOP, TOTAL OF 4 CAR PARKING

• WALK TO HILLCREST PARK & JEFFERSON SCHOOL, NEAR MEDICAL SERVICES! • LOVELY 3 BEDROOM, 1.75 BA. CEDAR/BRICK RAMBLER W/FAMILY RM. • GAS HEAT, GAS FPL., NEWER VINYL WINDOWS & FENCED YARD!

• 3 BD., 2 BA. “MARLETTE”W/COZY WOOD STOVE, DOUBLE CARPORT • HEATED SHOP + LG. DETACHED GARAGE/ SHOP, SECLUDED FROM ROAD • VERY PARK LIKE 1.44 ACRE SETTING, FRUIT TREES GALORE!

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$125,000

MLS#770520

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MLS#767674

• Build your dream home • 5 acres with view • Bellingham

SATURDAY 1-4 327 E. Orange Ave. Burlington SUNDAY 1-4 2610 E. Section ST #78. Mt Vernon For details & directions, visit openhouse.com

• 5 acres • Power, septic, well are in • Build your new home

$249,000

MLS# 766621

• 3 bdrms, 2.5 bths • Den or office • All appliances & fpl • Close to park

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$299,000

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$165,000

MLS#721970

$231,000

MLS#731481

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3719 SWAN ROAD, MOUNT VERNON $449,000

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Well maintained large corner lot home in Skagit Highlands.

This home features kitchen with pantry and eating bar open to family room, separate dining room, half bath and laundry on the main level. Upstairs has large loft, master with bath and extra-large closet, 2 additional bedrooms (1 with gorgeous Mt. Baker view) and a full bath. Alley load 2 car garage, fully fenced rear yard with custom patio and fire pit. MLS #774035

The share of homeowners concerned about overpaying for a home project. FYI: More than one-third of homeowners don’t know how much it will cost to hire a professional for home projects.

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$186,500

MLS#772846

• 4 bdrm country home • 1 full acre • Mountain views • Fruit trees

• Craftsman remodeled • 2 lg bdrms, • New kitchen • RV parking

CENTURY 21 CANCER CRUSADERS GARAGE SALE, MAY 15 & 16TH. $397,900 MLS#774954 $344,900 MLS#753308 • Anacortes Home • Large Lot CALL FOR DETAILS. • 1 story • 4.5 acres • 3 car garage • Family & Dining rms • Kitchen w/nook • 3 bdrm + office ALL PROCEEDS TO A.C.S. Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Connie Moulaison 770-1341 Courtney Aldrich-Moore 425-640-5709 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299

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George Herner 840-3743 Jackie Lindeman 770-9080 Karl Morse 395-5405 Larry Lundeen 982-0447 Margie Ernst 708-3198 Maria Mendoza 610-3309

Marlene Deasy 661-6720 Mel Strickland 206-948-4392 Mike Newman 708-1419 Rick Kiesser 770-1195 Richard Sundance 420-4046 Sandi Hocking 708-1523

Sandi Riley 770-8670 Sharon Stokes 661-6164 Shelley Camacho 708-4377 Tamara Cooper 630-9127 Traci Cypher 708-9481

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www.WindermereSkagit.com RESIDENTIAL 41417 CENTER ST, CONCRETE

$99,000

2 parcels provide ample room & secluded privacy for this 1 bedroom cabin with a 12x16 guest cottage.

Cabela light fixtures, new roofs, hardy board siding, 200 amp panel, leaf relief gutters, & a security system.

10x14 shed on a concrete slab & a 12x16 Tuff Shed. Call Deborah McNeil, 707-8073 #680234

17546 TONKON VIEW LN, LA CONNER

$99,000

Charming cabin with all new kitchen cabinets and new wood burning stove. Enjoy the stunning views of Skagit Bay form the spacious deck. The cabin is nicely maintained and has washer and dryer hook ups in the bathroom. Newer flooring and carpeting. Call Robin, 360-420-2026 #759412

7393 RIETZE ST, CONCRETE

$124,900

Quiet & serene home located near downtown with many upgraded features like a large open floor plan, spacious kitchen with beautiful cabinetry, newer propane stove, newer floors, large master bedroom, & 2 generous sized secondary bedrooms. Out back there is a wood. Large garage. Call Tiffany Danley, 360-2984857 or Shawn Danley, 360-488-3858 #731652

40365 CHALLENGER RD, CONCRETE

$234,500

Very nice 2006 MH on 1.01 acres. Come home to this 3 bed, 2 bath home with separate family & living rooms.

Kitchen features maple cabinets, walk in pantry, eating bar, utility off the kitchen. Vaulted ceilings allow plenty of light. 12X24 garage/shop with covered 13X24 RV parking & carport. There is plenty of garden space. Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #759820

17289 COLONY RD, BOW

$250,000

Nice rambler on 1 full acre in Bow. 3 bdrms, 1 full bath, 1320 SF. Family room is extra-large with a fireplace.

Kitchen looks out to the pasture. Call Becky Elde, 7709427 #665369

1520 LINDSAY LP, #2, MV

$255,000

Beautiful 1700 SF. Condo located in Maddox creek!

Master bedroom & living area on main floor, bonus room located upstairs & 2 bedrooms & full bath located on the lower floor. Westerly facing deck on main floor & a patio on the lower floor. 2 car private garage. Call Spencer Roozen, 708-0634 #732785

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2540 E BLACKBURN RD, MV

$133,500

1940’s Bungalow Style home on large lot. 2 beds 1.75 baths.

This Fannie Mae home has several out buildings, mature trees, & tons of possibility! Call for your showing today! Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #750978 NE

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12839 EAGLE DR, BURLINGTON

$180,000

Cute Rambler within walking distances to Riverfront Park. 3 bed, 2 bath home is in a great location. Nice soil for gardening & flower beds in front of the house. Dining room has a slider for extra sunlight from the west.

This home is in good condition & ready to move into.

Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #772451

$319,500

22766 CHESTNUT PL, MV 32220 159TH AVE SE, AUBURN

$324,999

Come see for yourself! Lovely 3 bed, 1.75 bath tri-level on shy acre cul-de-sac lot in quiet neighborhood with quick & easy access to Covington, Kent or Auburn.

Recently updated kitchen & baths, laminate floors in entry, kitchen, dining area & downstairs family room.

Call Jamie Yantis, 540-5264 #773055

17015 THEODORSAN LANE, MV

$354,900

Restored 4 bdrm classic home on a 2/3 acre lot. New kitchen; refinished red oak floors; coffered & coved ceilings; lg. master w/ extensive use of marble tile in the bath; & daylight basement office & family room.

Garage/shop; fruit & nut orchard, gardens; close to all amenities. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #694020

1527 BRENTWOOD LN, MV

$372,500

Luxury living on 1 level offering a grand entry with 8’ leaded glass doors, Spacious open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, extensive mill-work, beautiful master suite with gas fireplace, master bath, 2 large walk in closets, built in TV above Jacuzzi tub & marble floors. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #749519

7963 STATE ROUTE 9, SW

3330 BLACKBURN RD, MV

Charming 4 bedroom farmhouse on 2+ acres with beautiful barn & quaint 1 bed, 1 bath 750 SF rented cottage. House boasts hardwood floors, great country kitchen, & spacious living room, classic dining room with gas fireplace. Huge back deck & garden shed/ studio. Loads of fruit & walnut trees. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #742313

Want acreage close to town? Here it is. Shop has 220v, is 36 x 24 with 13’ high ceilings; perfect for indoor RV Parking. 2 bed, 1.5 bath home is well built & has been very well cared for. Westerly views for awesome sunsets. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #745798

$399,000

24.42 acres on the edge of town w/pasture, some fencing. Very cute & clean 3 bed, 1.75 bath farmhouse w/ tons of brand new updates, including: Cement board siding, vinyl windows, carpet & flooring. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 #731363

16442 FIR ISLAND RD, MV

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360-421-4111 360-770-9427 360-421-4446 360-941-9443 360-708-5030 425-319-7091

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360-708-1010 360-840-9455 360-421-1189 360-421-3082 360-202-4075 360-488-3458

$499,000

63 acres in lovely setting. 24+ acres of wetland w/ 3 creeks.

26 cultivated acres of fertile good draining Ag land. Wellbuilt 2002 combo shop/living space offers 700 SF apartment w/ 1440 SF of shop space. Call Margy Furst, 488-3458 #689565

6441 ERSHIG RD, BOW

$725,000

Beautiful Custom home on 11 acres. Gourmet kitchen w/ s.s. appliances & conc. c-tops, soaring 30’ wood beamed clgs., cherry hardwood floors, lush grounds & enormous 45x75’ shop, 2,940 sf, 3 bedroom + Loft, 2-3/4 bath. More photos and information at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Bill & Jannette Krieger 360421-4446 #756681 NE

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9934 SAMISH ISLAND RD, BOW

$825,000

Rare Opportunity! Samish Island true waterfront home-no road between you & the beach. Eichler-style Mid-Century Modern design home with great views, family room, dining room, covered patio, double garage, & a sunny deck. Easy staircase to beach & a full concrete bulkhead with a small studio. A wonderful island getaway.

Call Jim Scott, 708-1000 #775005

$409,500

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Windermere Real Estate/Skagit Valley • 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon • (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939 Sherry Johansen

Balisa Koetje Becky Elde Bill Krieger Cindy Sullivan Dave Patterson David Mani

$475,000

Custom-built 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath home w/gorgeous sunset views on fully landscaped acre w/waterfall, fruit trees, fenced garden area w/raised beds & 8X10 shed. Home has ironwood & trex decking, dramatic FP, cherry H/W floors & vaulted ceiling w/knotted fir. Call Karen Beckner, 840-9455 #755723

$362,800

Beautiful Eaglemont home with main-level living & low-maintenance yard. Gracious entry with high ceiling, hardwood floors. Main floor features formal dining room, home office, open kitchen & living area, master suite. Kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 #747217

Country Club 4 bedroom move-in ready home, with large composite deck. Brand new carpet throughout the upstairs. Fresh interior paint. This meticulously clean home features spacious living areas, including a light-filled living & dining room with views of the golf course, new wide-plank flooring, fireplace insert. Attached garage. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 #772515

$320,500

$469,900

Gorgeous views of Skagit Bay through floor to ceiling windows! Custom 2,647 SF home with 4 beds & 2 baths with community beach access. Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 #744129

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Megan O’Bryan Nathan Loeb Rita Ingram Robin Lee Luif Sarah Minton Shawn Danley

360-708-5817 360-333-7197 360-708-8338 360-420-2026 360-770-3076 360-488-3858

Spencer Roozen Tahlia Honea Tasha Zahlis Tiffany Danley Travis Miller Warren Bingham

360-708-3636 360-708-0634 360-333-5815 360-391-5075 360-298-4857 360-420-7291 360-770-2421

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$425,000

Rare 1.86 acres on Campbell Lake w/+_365 feet of SW facing no bank waterfront. Perfect get-away cabin to live in while you build your dream home or just enjoy as a second home. Detached garage also has apt. above. Just the right amount of trees for privacy w/ grassy meadow to relax & enjoy the views. Campbell Lake is a hidden gem on Fidalgo Island for water skiing, boating, fishing & hiking in the 2400 acres of nearby Anacortes Forestlands. Just 90 minutes from Seattle or Vancouver.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 766846 NE

2309 20TH ST, ANA

$679,000

Classic, spacious daylight Cape Cod with sweeping views of Fidalgo Bay, Guemes Channel, Mount Baker & Canada.

Gracious floor plan with main-level living. 12’ ceilings in LR w/walls of windows to capture the views. Chef’s kitchen w/ rich finishes adjoins fire-lit Dining. Oversized office/den and spacious main-floor master w/spa-like master bath.

Lower level has large FR, 2 additional BR’s & full Bath. Lg deck, patio & greenhouse complete the outdoor living space. Mature, lush landscaping.

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 760797

11046 O AVE, ANA

1509 LOWMAN CIRCLE, ANA

$540,900

New Landed Gentry built home. Water view home, 2870 sf, 4 beds, 3 baths. Spacious living room & dining with vaulted ceilings & gas fireplace. High end finishes, hardwoods, tile, designer light fixtures. Gourmet kitchen with Aristokraft cabinets, under cabinet lighting, granite slab counters; Featuring master suite & 1 bedroom on upper level. Master suite has large walk in closet; luxurious bath. Lower level has 2 bedrooms, full bath & family/media room. Lrg garage & shop area.

Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 Buzz Ely 360.202.4626 MLS# 690568

Cheryl Frazier 360.202.4789

4305 EAGLE VIEW CT, ANA

MLS# 686191

$475,000

Beautiful Craftsman styled raised ranch design with all living on the main level & large garage/shop below. Delightful views of Guemes Channel & the Ferry Terminal.

Updated home has HW floors, elegant kitchen with newer Jenn-Air appliances, granite countertops, dual ovens, pantry & more. Open design for kitchen/DR/LR, plus office, huge crafts room or hobby area & a family room. Outstanding yard has a buffer where wildlife abound.

Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 634208

LAND LOT 1 KINGSWAY, ANA

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1.88 acres of Equestrian property with an adorable farm style home. 2 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, nice kitchen w/ new gas stove. Recent completely re-plumbed, updated to natural gas heat, roughed in basement great for shop or hobby area. Hardwood floors under carpet.

Some view toward Cap Sante Marina. Plenty of room to garden, horses to roam, pasture wire fenced. Basement perfect to convert to bonus room.

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Stunning views abound from this 10,000+ SF lot in the fashionable neighborhood of Skyline. Perched near the top, you can design your dream home to absorb views of the Skyline Marina, Burrows Bay, Allen & Burrows Island, the Olympic Mountain range & even the Washington State Ferry traffic. Use your creativity and build your dream property while enjoying all the amenities offered exclusively to Skyline residents including the clubhouse, cabana, tennis courts & much more!

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 772390 NE

$135,000

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 & the Skyline Marina. All Skyline amenities which include: clubhouse, beach cabana, Tug Boat Park (beach access), tennis courts & playground.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 773150

2512 WASHINGTON BLVD, ANA

1 ISLAND CREST LN, GUEMES ISL

$110,000

Enjoy the view of spectacular southwestern sunsets over the Olympic Mountains & San Juan Islands from this idyllic mountaintop. A rocky knoll is naturally cleared for a home with power & cable at the road.

Neighboring properties have proven wells & septic.

These 2+ acres range from eye-level views of eagles through wildflower meadows all buffered by a lovely, private forest. The site has excellent solar & wind energy potential. Owner contract available with the right terms.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 759935

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$168,000

Great building lot in the desirable Washington Park Estates.

All city utilities are at the lot. Beautiful cleared building site.

Partial views to the Northwest of the San Juan Islands. Easy walk to Washington Park and close to the Skyline Marina.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 771860 NE

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$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

916 8TH ST, ANA

$1,680,000

This is a great opportunity to own a quality commercial building in downtown Anacortes. This building is designed with a 1264 SF showroom on the main level with 1/2 handicap bathroom & large 3648 SF warehouse with a loading bay. The 1336 SF upper level has office spaces with kitchenette & 3/4 bathroom. Total square footage of the building is 6248 SF. There are 13 off street parking spaces. Anacortes is just 25 minutes West of Interstate 5.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 769467

www.AnacortesRealEstate.com

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008 • (800) 327-5291 Bill Robillard Buzz Ely Caroline Baumann Catherine Mers Cheryl Frazier

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360-770-4707 360-202-4626 360-202-7327 360-982-6831 360-202-4789

Colleen Craig Colleen Sargent Cynthia Aanestad Debbie Macy Gina Davis

360-770-9638 360-202-2155 360-610-0120 360-391-2422 360-708-7794

Jack Dixon Jackie Stone Jessica Notaro Joan Handelmann John Prosser

360-941-5000 360-661-2247 360-202-1441 360-202-4800 360-202-3891

Judy Moore Kathy Rogers Kristi Gabrielse Leigh Zwicker Linda Macy

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Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 Nate Scott 360-708-2354 Paul Necco 360-770-5989 Paul Weisz 360-391-7281 Rebecca Chamberlain 360-421-5021

Rick Bennett 360-202-2630 Samantha Masaoka 360-421-5021 Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 Troy Williams 360-708-4923

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THE INS AND OUTS OF SINGLE-FAMILY RENTAL HOMES TODAY, MORE AMERICANS ARE RENTING A HOME. HERE’S WHAT THEY SHOULD KNOW ABOUT A BIG LEASE.

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illions of families have suffered emotionally wrenching home foreclosures since the start of the Great Recession, circa 2008. But these families haven’t necessarily lost the chance to live in a house in a well-regarded neighborhood.

“The people who have lost homes to foreclosure are more likely to move to another house. And they often want to stay in the same geographic area,” says Julia Gordon, senior director of housing at the Center for American Progress, a nonprofit policy institute. In fact, it’s precisely because of the 8

foreclosure crisis that the market for single-family home rentals has expanded and altered somewhat.

U.S. Census data shows 14.9 million single-family homes were rented in 2013, up 31 percent since 2006.

Historically, singlefamily homes available for rent were owned by a fragmented group, usually individuals who owned a few properties or owners who, for one reason or another, decide to rent their home rather than sell.

Since the housing crisis, large institutional investment companies have decided to enter the rental business, lured by

a supply of low-cost and foreclosed houses. “Institutional investors own and operate an estimated 200,000 single-family homes,” says Matthew Beck, spokesman for the National Rental Home Council, a recently formed trade group that advocates for the single-family home rental industry.

Large-scale landlords may offer some advantages. For instance, many “maintain websites where potential renters can browse a company’s listings in a particular market,” says Beck. Yet, small investors dominate the market.

SINGLE-MINDED SHOPPING A 2014 report from John Burns Real Estate Consulting found that the typical single-family rental household consists of two adults with one or two children and pets, and that the household makes decisions about location primarily based on proximity to good schools.

While buyers usually use a real estate agent to find them homes, renters in many markets may find an agent will help, but they will probably benefit from searching multiple sources on their own.

Often, rental commissions are so low, most

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real estate agents can’t justify spending time on a search, notes John Bolos, an agent in Columbia, South Carolina. However, that, too, depends on the market.

“Our firm has a property management department that manages rentals of mostly single family homes. We have leasing agents who primarily show these properties,” says Bill Lublin of Philadelphia.

And while institutional landlords often contain listings on their own sites, “many work with local Realtors, post yard signs, list properties through the MLS, and share listing details with websites listing

home rentals,” says the NRHC’s Beck.

LOOK BEFORE YOU LEASE Gordon worries that some landlords will want to sell when home values rise. Potential single-family home renters should look for a lease providing “adequate notice” before a landlord can ask you to leave – “certainly 30 days, but preferably 60 or 90 days,” Gordon says.

Expect to mow the lawn and change your own light bulbs, but repairs should be the landlord’s job, says Gordon. Large firms often maintain an 800-number for repairs, April 24, 2015

but check to see if there’s rental payments.” a live person answering.

A landlord also will likely check a credit report CREDIT DETAILS on a prospective tenant, With scars from the re- notes Janet Portman, an cession marring the credit attorney and author of of many renters, Gordon several rental law books. says that her organization A report differs from “works with credit scora credit score, in that it ing companies to put an is not a single number emphasis on timely past summing up years of bill

paying history, but rather details whether a consumer has made timely payments on each of his bills. A foreclosure may not negatively influence a landlord if there have been timely payments since, Portman adds.

4609 Beaver Pond South Mount Vernon

Watch for the Umpqua Bank ice cream truck this weekend in a neighborhood near you!

Sunday 1pm to 4pm

Exquisite Eaglemont Golf course home on the 17th green. Grand entrance w/elegant iron staircase. High end finishes throughout!

Brazilian cherry cabinets, granite, hardwood floors, formal dining room, two living rooms, master suite w/Jacuzzi tub plus huge shower, heated floor. 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 3 car garage, gas forced air and central air, cook stove, dryer, and H2O, T.V. surround sound w/speakers throughout, central vac, sprinkler system and huge deck overlooking course. Simply amazing!

Call Laura Bird for more information 360-630-9692 MLS# 773203

NORTH PUGET SOUND ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® 525 East College Way, Suite J

Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Tel. (360) 416-4902

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make great lenders Umpqua’s home lenders are local experts equipped with an array of options for your purchase, refinance or new construction. Plus, we’ll stick with you every step of the way—because that’s what good neighbors do.

Contact your friendly, local Skagit Valley area home lender today.

An Invitation from Paul Weisz, North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® President On behalf of hundreds of Skagit & Island County Realtors® and the homeowners they represent, I would like to invite everyone out to the 4th Annual Statewide Open House, Saturday and Sunday, April 25 & 26.

Hundreds of local homes will open their doors to people looking to buy or perhaps to spend an afternoon getting some ideas about how to fix up their present one I have always loved doing open houses because people need to experience a home in order to know if it’s the one for them.

Susie DeVries

Travis Brewer

Bob Hoerner

360-230-2246

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360-230-2244

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1 bdrm, Burl., W/D, hardwood floors, W/S/G pd. $650 + $300 dep. 360-202-1357 Studio, Sedro-Woolley, W/D, refrigerator, dishwasher, $550 + power & Comcast, $800 dep. No pets. 360-982-2809

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com

Burlington, 3 Bdrm, 1 ½ Ba, quiet neighborhood, W/S/G pd., parking, storage, no pets/smoking, $1,000.

360-708-1721

For sale by owner, cabin RV for sale, exclusive cedar cabin with extended loft & deck. A must see! Reduced to $45,000. (360) 202-5527

EXCELLENT BUILDING SITES WATERFRONT

Buildable waterfront and waterfront access lots in partially wooded rural setting on the Skagit River. ½ acre to 1 acre. With power, phone, TV and PUD water at each lot. Above the flood plain. No mobile homes.

Terms available. A good selection for sale by private party. Prices vary depending on lot. Call George at 360-391-1470.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat. & Sun., 12-3 $299,500

High on the hill, this home has views like you've never seen before. Over sized corner lot, rock patios off of a high-end kitchen, formal dining, generous family & living rm, & office/den.

Master suite is above w/ a private deck, bathroom w/soaking tub, walk-in closet & workout rm.

Saturday, 1-4pm Hosted by Dan Soria 360-348-6655 Sunday, 1-4pm Hosted by Amber Soria 360-969-4030 www.SoriaRealEstate.com

738 Panorama Ridge, MV East on College Way almost to Big Rock, turn right & go up the hill, take 1st left on Crested Butte, then next left on Panorama Ridge.

Home on left.

OPEN HOUSE Sat., April 25, 12 - 3

Lake Front 2.5 Acres

A pristine 3.5 acre lake that is located only six miles south of Anacortes and abuts Deception Pass State Park. This certified building lot with large evergreens, water, electricity, cable, telephone, drain field and driveway already available to the home site commands a sweeping view of small island lake. $229,000 obo. Contract is negotiable.

Call: 360-293-8636 or Email: fidalgoland@gmail.com PERFECT 20 ACRES READY TO BUILD ON 19837 Aloha Lane

2 bdrm, M.V. W/S/G pd.

Storage room. Laundry onsite. No smoking/pets. $800.

360-708-1721

Open House 20474 Comet Ln., MV

Located half way between Burlington and Bellingham.

Gently sloping property with about 10 acres of pasture and balance is lightly wooded. Adjoins hundreds of acres of state forest land up the hill to the east and panoramic views to the west. Ideal setting to build your dream home, and has a paved driveway access, underground power, approved well, and building permit has already been paid! Located 3 miles east of freeway at Alger. $229,500 (MLS #741820) Jeff Ingman Brown McMillen Real Estate (360)202-2859

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701 Crested Butte Blvd, Mount Vernon $242,000

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, April 26th, 11-1 Well maintained lrg corner lot home in Skagit Highlands. Features kitchen w/ pantry and eating bar open to family rm, separate dining rm, half bath & laundry on the main level. Upstairs has lrg loft, master w/ bath and extra-large closet, 2 add'l bdrms & a full bath.

Alley load 2 car garage, fully fenced rear yard with custom patio & fire pit.

MLS# 774035 Call Jamie Yantis, 360-540-5264 www.MySkagitHomes.com WRE/Skagit Valley Open House 17224 Dunbar Road, Mount Vernon

One of the most rare properties in the Valley due to its unique location, in the heart of Skagit Valley farmlands. Private drive & seclusion. Pond, wildlife & an updated modern farmhouse. Formal living rm, dining rm, custom kitchen, bar & open concept living.

Shop & large decks.

Saturday, 1-4pm Hosted by Amber Soria 360-969-4030 Sunday, 1-4pm Hosted by Dan Soria 360-348-6655 www.SoriaRealEstate.com

OPEN HOUSE April 25 & 26, Noon – 3pm

Must see – Gorgeous!

24259 Nookachamp Hills Dr., Mount Vernon $439,000.

I-5 North, take College Way exit. Follow College Way east to roundabout and proceed straight.

Nookachamp Hills on left.

Custom finishes in 3000+ sq. ft. home. Lower level has huge family room and add'l garage with it's own driveway. Lovely view of pond and hills. MLS #691283 Preview Properties Skagit LLC Pam Learner 360-631-7518

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3 bdrm, 2.5 ba, w/bonus rm, oversized custom deck w/sunrm. 2,850 s.f. of living space. Long lasting cement plank siding, fenced yard, gas frplc. Great view of Mt Baker & surrounding area.

MLS #696102.

Preview Properties Skagit LLC Richard Ishmael 360-202-2141

OPEN HOUSE Sat. & Sun., April 25 & 26, 12 - 4

3059 Pine Creek Dr., Mount Vernon College Way East, left on LaVenture, right on Martin, right on N. 30th, Pine Creek is on left.

New construction, 1 & 2 story homes in upscale subdivision. Great rooms, granite, covered porches, 3 car garages. Large level lots. Starting at $299,000.

Val Thomas, GRI, CRS Preview Properties 360-333-0562

803 E Rio Vista Ave, Burlington 98233 Charm, Location, & Convenience! Built on two lots, this larger than expected home is clean with a newly remodeled kitchen, new carpet, & original hard wood flooring. Move the inside out with a spacious covered patio area and a back yard fire pit. Fully fenced for privacy & plenty of parking.

Preview Properties Skagit LLC Hosted By Marcella Schloemer 206-22-4109

OPEN HOUSE Sat., April 25, 11-2

2616 #A River Vista Lane Mount Vernon North Hill Townhomes Luxury Condominiums starting at $309,000.

Great Valley Views!

Directions: From I-5 exit #227, go E on College Way, Left at La Venture, follow through S curves to North Hill on left. Left in North Hill to River Vista Lane. MLS# 710351 Hosted by Richard Schoentrup, 206-419-8033 Preview Properties Skagit LLC

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OPEN HOUSE Sat., April 25, 1 – 4 $139,900.

OPEN HOUSE Sun., April 26, 1 – 4pm $795,000.

18192 Peregrine Lane, Mount Vernon From I-5 take the Anderson exit, go east. Right on Cedardale, left on Hickox, right on Stackpole, left on Cascade Ridge Dr., left on Peregrine Lane.

1809 N. 33rd Pl., M.V. I-5 to College Way, east to 33rd Place. Take left on 33rd .

7th house on the left.

Super clean, move in ready, bright and cheery, fully fenced, large master bedroom, newer interior paint. Includes heat pump and all appliances.

Extraordinary views of Skagit Valley, San Juan Islands and Olympic Mtns.

2+ ac., 3 bdrm, 3 ba, 4600 s.f. 4 frplcs, lrg party size kitchen leads to covered deck. Lrg master suite, mother-in-law apartment.

Preview Properties Skagit LLC Ann Margret Lightle 360-391-2740

Preview Properties Skagit LLC Paul Blackburn 360-941-7757

OPEN HOUSE Sun., 4/26, 1-4pm 4609 Beaver Pond South Mount Vernon

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Unobstructed 180° view of Saratoga Passage, sunsets, Mt. Baker and Olympic Mountains. Private community boat ramp. This daylight rambler has a gourmet kitchen w/large island work space, walk-in pantry. Main floor: gas fireplace, master suite, den, utility room, central vacuum system, electric furnace w/heat pump. Lower level: free standing gas stove in family room, 2nd bdrm, full bath w/sauna, a full size kitchen complete w/applcs.

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FOR SALE BY OWNER 1053 Shorecrest Place Camano Island List Price $785,000

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GREAT TIME TO SELL! Cindy Running Real Estate Broker RE/MAX Valley Homes 360-770-3488 cell 360-424-7166 office cindyrunningrealestate@ gmail.com

$645,000 Exquisite Eaglemont Golf course home on the 17th green.

Grand entrance w/elegant iron staircase.

High end finishes throughout! Brazilian cherry cabinets, granite, hardwood floors, formal dining, 2 living rms, master suite w/jacuzzi plus huge shower, heated floor. 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 ba, 3 car garage, gas forced air & central air, cook stove, dryer, & H2O. Huge deck. MLS# 773203.

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3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, new doublewide Marlette, with 5 year mfg. warranty, large master Bdrm w/full bath & walk in closet, dining & living rooms, large kitchen & pantry, many upgrades, efficient gas heat, nice lot with sun deck. Located in Carriage Estates, a well maintained, quiet, 55+, security/gated community, with clubhouse, RV storage, paved roads & sidewalks. A country setting, yet convenient to shopping, I-5, medical facilities, Gateway to Cascades, San Juans and bus stop. 360856-4054

For appt call (360)387-9669

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Newer, well maintained modular home on acreage. Large Master bedroom with walk-in closet and en suite with soaker tub. Has two additional rooms that could be used as bedrooms, office or other work areas. Home has a walk through laundry room with utility sink. Roughly three acres of land cleared and most of the rest could be. Close to all Sandy Everett 360-202-3706 amenities. MLS# 684195

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

Love to entertain? The open, spacious floor plan of this beautiful home offers incredible opportunities, which can extend, in nice weather, out onto the two-tiered deck, separate patios and beautifully landscaped yard. It’s obvious this quality home and property have been well cared for. MLS# 706814

$349,500

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Great location w/easy access to I-405, downtown, parks and trails. Good sized Master w/ full bath and 2 closets. 2nd bedroom has French doors that open to 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

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Spacious, one-level home with 3 Bedrooms, 1.75 Ba in Sedro-Woolley Building offers waiting room School District has propane heat, well & septic. This home has all that and reception area, 2 offices and plus a bonus room & is close to river separate 1/2 bath. College Way Danya Wolf signage & convenient parking. 360-708-8294 recreation as well as town services. Sandy Everett The double car, attached garage and 360-202-3706 Handicapped accessible. Ramp. large backyard deck completes this country home.

Former chiropractor’s office; former school It features has an acre(+-) of level yard for plenty of classroom; and former massage therapy. Unit A. garden space and play area. A little TLC will make it Unit B is Allstate Insurance. MLS# 773387 shine! MLS# 764249

1419 E COLLEGE WAY, MOUNT VERNON COMMERCIAL LEASE

OWNER FINANCING Multifamily Build-to-Suit; up to 13 units possible; we build or you build; conditional use potential for professional/medical offices; All utilities, includes storm retention pond. MLS# 751314

Spectacular lake view and stunning sunsets seen from this lot, located Sandy Everett on the east (sunny) side of the lake! 360-202-3706 Property is in an area of beautiful homes and is located directly north of Big Lake Bar & Grill parking lot. Buyer to verify square footage and utility availability. MLS# 670146

Enjoy your Condo on the 13th Fairway in beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course. Low maintenance 3 bedroom & 3 bath. Nice large entry Elva Hunter to open living room with 3 sided gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings. Spacious 360-202-3086 kitchen. Master suite w/lg walk-in closet, jetted tub & separate tile shower. Upstairs has a full bath & bedroom ready for your guest! 2 car garage. MLS# 767175

XXX SHANNON LAKE RD, CONCRETE

Country atmosphere just minutes to town.Pasture and sunset views with city in the distance & neighboring horses and cattle.Two horse paddocks,fruit trees,blueberries, Danya Wolf pond,hot tub.Custom home with four nice-sized bedrooms all separate from one 360-708-8294 another, gas fireplace in living room, den, master bath w/walk-in tiled shower,separate garden tub, double sinks and privacy commode.Gas furnace and water heater. Generous 3 car garage, spacious 12.5’ x 30’ deck with built-in bench.Private deck off master. MLS# 773463

$99,500 2410 CRUSE RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

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$370,000

1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

$434,000

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

Remodeled. Open floor plan, newer windows, newer roof, new Suzanne Jenkins furnace, lots of room. Great for livestock and berry growing; cross 360-941-2983 fenced pasture; approx. 15 acres in hay; 2 barns, lower barn has tack room. 20x50 Green house w/ power and water. 6 apple trees, 3 plum, 2 Asian pear, 1 peach tree, raspberries and blueberries.

MLS#710460

Spacious, circular drive to patio, level entry. Quality built & designed w/ vaulted ceilings, covered deck. Main master w/dbl closet/BA & 2 BR/2 BA + office.

Elva Hunter Down 2 BR/BA, lg fam. rm, could 360-202-3086 be MIL. Prof. landscaped. RV prkg.

Close to Golf, Medical, shy 1 acre. MLS# 524620

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

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