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TABLE OF CONTENTS Ageless Attraction

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Q & A: Ask Our Broker

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Retirement Real Estate

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Classifieds

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Mount Vernon

$105,900

1 acre building site w/ southern views. Strong producing well is in, septic, soil work & design complete. Power & phone on lot. Building permit for new manufactured home complete or modify for stick built home. MLS # 359475 Call Ron, 333-1045 W NE

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$299,000

Classic La Conner charmer. 3 BR 1.75 BA. Updated throughout w/ original charm intact. Hardwood floors, coved ceilings. Excellent neighborhood within walking distance to everything. Gas heat. Detached garage. MLS # 498191 Call Debbie, 708-8780

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

La Conner

$144,900

Affordable fee simple in La Conner. 1680 sq ft 3 BR, 2 BA mfg home on nice size lot. 24 X 36’ shop. Lots of parking. Snee-Oosh beach, boat ramp & amenities. MLS # 492102 Call Ivana, 770-3550

Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

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Lyman

$160,000

Country living at an affordable price. 3 BR 2 BA w/ lg. master suite. Mtn. views w/ fenced yd. Lg. shop wired w/ 220. MLS # 503740 Call Mike, 540-1341 G TIN LIS

Burlington home on 5 acres. Acreage can be divided into two 2.5 parcels. Desirable neighborhood. Close to town. Outbuilding. Views of Mt. Baker. MLS # 451066 Call Jim, 708-1681

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

W NE

$495,000

3932 SF w/ basement. Panoramic views of valley, Mt. Baker & Samish Bay. Open floorplan w/ 9 ft ceilings. Gourmet kitchen w/granite countertops w/ slider opening to large deck. Daylight basement w/ family/media/rec room. MLS # 523922 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

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$249,500

2182 sq ft 1 ½ story on corner lot. 4 BR 2BA home has been freshly painted. Fully fenced backyard. Convenient location very close to schools & easy I-5 access. Owner financing available for a qualified buyer. MLS # 523862 Call Wilma, 661-1631

W NE

Burlington $337,500

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Mount Vernon

W NE

Burlington

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320 S Burlington Blvd • Burlington (360) 755-9494 • (800) 775-0153

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Burlington

$284,963

Beautiful rambler in a highly desired Bayhill neighborhood. 1572 sq ft w/ 3 BR 1.75 BA. Large living room area. Fenced yard. Freshly updated. MLS # 476610 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800 AL NT RE

Burlington

$699,500

Luxurious million $ view home. At summit of Burl. Hill on ¼ acre. 4,021 SF, 3+ BR, office, 2 ¾ BA. Travertine tile, granite counters. Invisible whole-house stealth speakers. Many extra, very special amenities. MLS # 523378 Call Charlie, 708-1415, or Jeannie, 708-9645

Mike Welling 540-1341

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Debbie Allen 708-8780

Shannon Henderson Office Manager

Sedro-Woolley

$900/month

55+ community fully furnished condo. Approximately 1735 SF. w/ 2 BR, 2 BA. Nice gas fireplace. Private balcony off library. No pets. Call Property Management, 755-5555

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Traci Erickson Property Manager 391-2969

August 2, 2013

Bow

$239,000 Mount Vernon

$195,000 Burlington

$289,000 Anacortes

$318,950

$288,900 Burlington

$399,950 Anacortes

$419,000

$245,000 Anacortes

$318,600 Anacortes

$389,000

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Samish

$1,200,000 Burlington

Anacortes

$469,000 Guemes Island

3201 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes (360) 293-2161 300 East College Way, Mount Vernon (360) 899-1010

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Ageless Attraction Outdated homes lose resale value, especially as young buyers enter the market. Bridge the generation gap with smart home updates

design trends. Here, a look at what younger buyers want in a home:

replacement into account when they make an offer, he says. On the other hand, when it comes to outdated design, the Top Likes cost is more difficult to calculate. Each owner must weigh A recent survey of Millennials (ages 18 to 34) by the home the cost of potential changes against how the changes may builder PulteGroup found that among the top home desires boost their homes’ marketability, he adds. are an open layout for the kitchen and family rooms that allows for easy entertaining and ample storage. Small Changes The next generation always wants space for TV, movie and Agents say they recommend inexpensive design changes sports watching, a pleasing entry, good outdoor living or that can help update a home. Young buyers read deck space and the ability to conduct business at home. shelter magazines, says Adrian Foley with EWM Realty The survey is “spot on,” according to Terebey. International, Coral Gables, Fla., and they like the dramatic Young buyers in different regions can have different light fixtures they see featured in those glossy pages. priorities, however, says Val Nunnenkamp of the Marlton, “Adding a new fixture in a living or dining room can not N.J., realty Prudential Fox and Roach. “The no. 1 thing only have a dramatic effect on the space, but also detract young buyers want here is a finished basement.” [from older features],” she says. Similarly, Nunnenkamp says that if buyers can walk away Cost Analysis with one impressive image, they may ignore other older Consider this hypothetical situation: You’re the owner of features. He especially likes spending around $3,000 or a four-bedroom home you’ve lived in since it was built in $4,000 “to update a bathroom in a really great way.” 1985, and you’ve made just a few improvements. Outdoors, simple steps like cleaning a patio and adding An experienced agent should be able to gauge how a flower pots can highlight the outdoor as a living area, adds home’s condition will impact the probable sales price, Ed Pape of Choice Realty in north Texas. Nunnenkamp says. When key components – roof, furnace, Overall, it’s best if you can update the home long before air conditioner – are beyond their prime, buyers will you decide to sell and move away, Terebey says. “Then you want to see the items replaced or will take the cost of can enjoy it.”

Rising interest rates or steeply escalating prices could dampen this housing market – and so could a wide generation gap. Young adults forming families are always big driver of housing sales, buying from the older generation. “Along with new construction, listings by Baby Boomers, as well as from older birth cohorts … will constitute the supply of residences to purchase,” explains Gary Engelhardt, Syracuse University professor of economics. But young buyers don’t always like old features in a home, real estate agents say. Whether or not a home sells quickly or near its list price often depends on whether owners (who may have been in a home since before prospective buyers were born) can make the home attractive by current standards. Young buyers aren’t necessarily biased against older homes, says John Terebey Jr., broker-owner of ERA Properties Unlimited, Princeton, N.J. “In fact, ‘walkability’ is usually a strong desire, and the homes that are in walking distance of town and schools are usually older,” Terebey says. Still, just as clothing fashions change, so do housing

Brown McMillen Real Estate

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COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER W/SHOP..4 BR, 1 3/4 BA. 2483 sf home. Beautiful kitchen, maple cabinets, high ceilings. Finished 1700 sf shop & more. $525,000. #473037 ATTENTION CONTRACTORS..small warehouse bldg w/adjacent office space on it’s own lot in West Mt Vernon. Great buy at just $115,000. #482252 CONVENIENCE STORE..great location at entrance to La Conner. Owner retiring, priced for quick sale $399,500. #480821 NEAR LAKE PADDEN.. Nice 3 BR, 2 BA MFG home located in park within walking distance of Lk Padden. $79,500 #494657 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME..4.45 Ac, lightly treed. Has creek running thru it. Owner may carry a contract. $69,900. #508915

Galen Kindred Tod LeHecka Ron Wortham

UPDATED CONDO..in the Cedars! Granite counter tops, all newer appl. stay incl Maytag W/D beautiful ceiling fan & electric f/place. $119,500. #489031 READY TO BUILD.. One acre lot has pending bldg permit & PUD water at street. Located near Big Lake w/great views. $139,500. #490189 ACREAGE FOR LESS..3.7 wooded acres near Sedro-Woolley priced $10,000 less than current assessed value. A bargain at $22,500. #450488 BLUEBERRY FARM..68 acres “Certified Organic” fully irrigated and subterranean drainage system. #372666 $1,615,000. MOVE IN READY..3 BR, 2 BA 1997 Palm Harbor MFG home on over 1/2 acre lot. All appl. stay, nice shop, cute tree house, beautiful natural landscaping. $110,000. #486956

770-7083 333-1032 661-1500

HOUSE PLANS WANTED..15 ac parcel, located between Mt. Vernon & B’ham. Excellent bldg site. $180,000. #512840 NEAR BIG LAKE..3 BR, 2 BA home + 1,440 shop bldg located on 9.7 acres in secluded setting. $299,500. #460849 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. $450,000. #480557 BORDERS STATE FOREST... Nice 20 ac.property with Westerly views, about 10 ac. of pasture near Alger.Well, electric & permit on file. $249,500. #470589 WONDERFUL VIEWS...from this 20 acre wooded property with water & power available in front. $99,500. #330555

Jeff Ingman Terri Heyntsen Holly Hilts

COUNTRY CLUB BRICK RAMBLER.. overlooking 6th green. Great rm w/ vaulted ceilings, flr-ceiling brick f/place, lg dining area, lots of cabinets. $419,000. #512936 SPECTACULAR VIEWS..of Similk Bay & beyond. over 1 acre, water, power in street, desirable location. $175,000. #280881 NICE 20 ACRES..fronts on access road with great mountain views. Has power & water available. $99,500. #330544 PRIVATE SETTING..nicely wooded 2.5 acre lot at end of paved cul-de-sac, drilled well & conventional perc. $89,900. #469524 FANTASTIC ACREAGE.. plus pond stocked with fish on 15.7 acres, Pleasant Ridge. $224,500. #290061

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HOME LOOKING FOR GARDNER.. 2007 modular home on lg level landscaped lot. Lg garden shop, 3 BR, 2 BA, like new. A must see! $110,000. #506668 WOODED 40 ACRES..in Bow. Beautifully treed property w/lots of potential for private estate or future development. $395,000. #513029 BUSINESS ZONED...2.26 acres w/all utilities available. Located in center of Sedro-Woolley. $149.500. #510206 TURN KEY B&B..or family estate, 4.4 ac., fully fenced, beautifully maintained, equestrian ready, 36X32 barn & outbldgs. Home or lodge has 5 suites, garage area for 6 cars. $899,000. #480982 AFFORABLE CAMPSITE..2 acres fronting on the Samish River north of Burlington. Rough access road, just $19,500. #330946

Shelah Inman Fritz Inman Tim Reichert

661-0145 661-0147 391-5587

UP RIVER BEAUTY..lg 3 BR home on 2.4 acres across the street from the Skagit River in secluded setting. $179,500. #471496 GIBRALTER BLDG LOT...unique lot in desirable area. Call for details. $57,500. #399106 INDUSTRIAL ZONED...6.9 acres in Brl w/6 bldgs & 81,868 sf of enclosed building area. $2,300,000. #412187 ALGER & OLD 99...Corner of high traffic area (across from Alger Tavern) Rambler, lots of possibilities. Rural Village Commercial zoning! $179,000. #324553 MOVE-IN READY...renovated 2 Br home, all new wiring, new kitchen & appl, hickory cabinets, new flr coverings. Partial basement for storage, fenced backyard. $139,500. #509282

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24128 N. WEST VIEW RD., MOUNT VERNON John L. Scott Real Estate 300 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360.899.1010 www.JohnLScott.com

GONE FISHIN’

Number of vacation-home sales in 2012, up 10 percent from 2011.

Source: National Association of Realtors, 2013 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey

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SANDI RILEY 770-8670

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 1-4PM

• OUTSTANDING VALUE, MANY UPDATES/UPGRADES • 3 BD, 2 BA., OPEN DESIGN LIVING/DINING RM./KITCHEN • NEWER ROOF & FLR. COVERINGS, LG. COV. PORCH!

• NEW LISTING, SPACIOUS (1524 SQ. FT.) 55+ HOME • 55+ LIVING AT IT’S BEST, QUIET, FRIENDLY COMMUNITY • 2 LG. BD., 2 BA., OPEN KITCHEN/’FAMILY RM., NEWER ROOF!

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30595 WALBERG RD., SEDRO WOOLLEY

EASY TO VIEW, CALL SANDI!

EASY TO VIEW, CALL SANDI! • SECLUSION PLUS W/GATED ENTRANCE,LONG PRIVATE DRIVEWAY! • LOVELY 3+ BD., 2 BD. “TRIPLEWIDE” W/LG. SHOP/BARN/GARAGE • 38+ ACRES, MOSTLY PASTURED, W/FAA APPROVED TURF AIR STRIP! $168,500

$487,950 MLS#451190 • Approved turf airstrip • Shop/ barn • 2700 sf triple wide • Private 38+ acres $298,500 MLS#469774 •180 ft frontage medium bank • Samish Island •1+ bdrm w/bonus rm

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• Shy ½ acre, • level & fully fenced • RV parking • 3+ bedrooms

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• TOP OF DUKES’ HILL FOR GORGEOUS VALLEY/MTN. VIEWS, PRIVACY • CUSTOM 2+ STORY N/W CONTEMPORARY HOME W/GAS F/A + HEAT PUMP! • 3 BD. (HUGE VIEW MASTER SUITE!) 2.5 BA., VIEW FAM. RM., GORGEOUS!

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MLS#463636 MLS#475271

Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299 George Herner 840-3743

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$499,950

MLS#493298

$265,000

MLS#493861

• 3 bdrm + bonus rm • Detached 2nd home • Outside MV city limits

• 5400 sq ft • Commercial property • I-5 visibility • Centrally located

• Eaglemont home • Office/den • Lg master suite • 3 bdrm, 3 bath

• ONE OF A KIND QUALITY, INSIDE & OUT, HUGE R.V. PARKING AREA • 3 BD., 2.5 BA., LOVELY HARDWOOD FLRS. + DESIGNER TILE FLRS. • OPEN STYLE GRANITE KITCHEN/LG. FAMILY RM, FINISHED 3 CAR GARAGE! $574,900

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23357 OAKLAND LANE, (BIG LAKE) M.V.

$475,000

• Amazing views! • MIL 2 BR apt. • Over 4300 SF • 3 BR main home

$487,950

• LOVELY CEDAR RAMBLER W/APPEAL, FULLY FENCED, PRIVATE! • 3 BD, 1.75 BA, NICE “BONUS RM”/OFFICE, GAS HEAT, 1500+ SQ. FT. • FORMAL DINING RM. W/HARDWOOD FLRS., OPEN KITCHEN/FAMILY RM” 1017 ALDERWOOD LN., SEDRO WOOLLEY $279,500

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1011 BURLINGTON HTS. DR., BURLINGTON $475,000

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2725 E. FIR ST., (PARK VILLAGE) MT. VERNON $30,000

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Sandi Riley 770-8670

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2725 E. FIR ST. (PARK VILLAGE) MT. VERNON

Pam Baird 360.202.0715

Live on Big Lake! 80 feet of lake front. Great room floor plan, vaulted ceilings, 2 fireplaces. Euroline window package, solid wood doors & radiant heating. Spacious kitchen with all appliances, island gas cook top & huge walk-in pantry. Master with lake view, double-vanity bath & walk-in shower. Downstairs has spacious-family room with fireplace, 2 bedrooms & a bath. 672sf finished living area, kitchen & bath over detached garage. Boat launch, dock & lift. MLS#486196

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$785,000

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MLS#476194

$39,950

MLS#357193

• Big corner lot • 4 bedrooms • Cedar rambler • Gas heat

• Shy acre • 2 bay shop w/office • Fenced storage yard • Bring your small business

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RESIDENTIAL 7524 MAPLE ST., CNC $28,500 Well maintained manufactured home on large lot. 2 BR 1 BA. Great get-away & close to many outdoor activities & North Cascade National Park. Call George Bellos at 708-9762. #201029 865 CARRIAGE CT., SDW $47,500 Open, bright well maintained manufactured home. Kitchen w/ eating area & master suite on one end & add’l bedroom on the other. Deck, storage shed & 1-car garage. Located in quiet 55+ park. #464057 2610 E SECTION ST, #2, MV $48,500 Immaculate 2 BR 1.75 BA home w/ open floorplan. Gas heat. Deck off master suite. Carport & storage shed. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #514393 604 N. LAVENTURE ST., MV $119,950 Clean & tidy rambler on nice corner lot. Spacious living room plus big family/dining room. Good off street parking for several vehicles plus small outbuilding. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #420069 1419 DIGBY PL, #203, MV $139,000 Fantastic, like-new 1 bedroom, 1.75 bath condo in Maddox Creek The Ridge. Excellent westerly view. Call Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 or Kim Kelley at 202-5515. #510161 2201 MONICA DR, MV $169,900 Very well built rambler. Open, light-filled lot with western exposure. 3 bedroom house with newer roof, corner lot, front deck, rec room & much more. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #520042 NE

520 WASHINGTON ST, MV $234,950 Darling home in a sweet little neighborhood close to downtown & all the schools & parks. 3+ bedrooms & 2 full baths, fenced yard with nice deck with backyard views. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #500344 410 N. 30TH ST, MV $242,000 Great homestead home in desirable Skagit Orchards. 1886 SF w/ 3 BR 2.5 BA plus bonus room. Fenced yard, Hardie siding. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #516756 44123 S. SKAGIT HWY., CNC $295,000 Beautiful setting w/ almost 4 acres & 184’ high bank river frontage. Custom home w/ 2 BR, 1.75 BA. Covered patio & Koi pond. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #480307 21737 STERLING DR., SDW $299,000 1-level on 1 acre, 4 BR 3 BA, living, family & formal dining, 2 fireplaces. Courtyard w/ hot tub, tennis court, 2-car attached garage, detached shop & lg. outbuilding. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #454365 20875 LAKE 16 RD, CONWAY $299,950 Hard-to-find Lake 16 waterfront; great year-round or vacation home. 1968 SF, 3 decks, private dock & hot tub. Photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #487355 537 LAKESIDE DR., SDW $325,000 Classic waterfront home w/ dock, 3 BR + office, 1.75 BA. 46’ no-bank shore on Reed Lake. Enjoy the lake or the Community Clubhouse & swimming pool. Call George Bellos at 708-9762. #354920

17820 KAMB RD., MV $389,900 1910 farmhouse w/ modern upgrades. Master suite on main. Chef’s kitchen, Bosch double ovens, DCS cooktop, HVAC w/ AC, stained glass, trex decking. 1 BR MIL. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #449278 303 E. JONES RD, SDW $399,950 Immaculate custom 3 BR 2.25 BA. 2 car garage, 30x20’ shop & 60x36’ shop both w/ heat. On .86 acre w/ additional 1.33 acres adjoining w/ development potential. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #345096 16422 FIR ISLAND RD., CONWAY $415,000 Fir Island mini-farm w/ great light filled 4 BR craftsman home, Eco-friendly guest house, large shop, barn & outbuildings. 2.1 acres of fertile soil. Big views! Call Margy Furst at (206)755-8406. #454974 17422 W. BIG LAKE BLVD., MV $420,000 Stunning views of Big Lake, Mt. Baker & Cultus Mtns. Turn-of-the-century Craftsman, on 4.18 ac w/Barn, pasture & workshop. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #479362 4220 MONTGOMERY PL, MV $429,900 Beautiful custom residence in Park Crest. Appx. 3218 SF on over 1/3 acre. 5 BR 3.75 BA. Full attached 1 BR 1.5 BA MIL w/ garage & private entry. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #363599 93 SAMISH PL., LAC $437,000 Beautiful Shelter Bay view home! Quality finishes. Trex deck to enjoy the sound, bridge, marina & mtn. views. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #467992

1413 S. 13TH ST, MV $174,900 Hillcrest bungalow with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Move-in ready, carport with storage & greenhouse. Call Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #524527 737 JENNINGS AVE, SDW $209,900 Updated 3 BR 2 BA w/ 3-bay shop. Granite counter tops, new floor coverings, appliances, paint. More photos & info. at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #514362 24695 DIANE LN, SDW $229,500 1-level w/ 3 BR 1.75 BA, natural gas heat & lg. deck. Attached 2-car garage. Newer 20x24 shop. Quiet cul-de-sac. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #505148 1246 ARREZO DR., SDW $230,000 Commanding views of the Cascade foothills. Very nice residence in Sauk Mountain Estates offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. View deck & fully fenced yard. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #509969

www.WindermereSkagit.com 12103 HILYNN DR., BRL $334,000 Fantastic valley view! 3600+ SF living space including 4 BR 3 BA. Cook’s kitchen w/ granite & SS appliances. Mature landscaping, lots of parking. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #454392 10245 FRUITDALE RD, SDW $349,900 Mini-farm on 1.43 acre. 2388 SF home; 3 bedrooms, craft & sun rooms. 2 stall barn; 3 bay shop; greenhouse; fruit/vegetable gardens. Photos & info.at www.SkagitValleyHomes. com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #519605 7143 F & S GRADE RD, SDW $359,000 4 bedroom home with MIL finished basement on a private 2.5 acres. Lots of room for your future shop. Photos/info. at www.SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #519577

17598 TIFFANY WAY, MV $489,789 Rare 1-level living in exceptional neighborhood. 3 BR 2.5 BA with beautiful westerly views. 3-car garage with RV bay. Call Donna Rowell at 708-7984. #455383 19790 SKYRIDGE RD, MV $498,500 Beautiful 4 bedroom home featuring 4690 SF, main floor master suite, spacious living & family rooms, media room, wine cellar, sauna, 3 car garage. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #517189 18589 W. BIG LAKE BLVD, MV $515,000 Waterfront home & shop on 1.08 acre. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Gorgeous lake/mountain views from kitchen/ dining/great room. 50’ dock, 70’+/- waterfront. Huge 36x40 shop. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #491092

17311 W. BIG LAKE BLVD., BIG LAKE $529,900 Waterfront estate w/ 1+ acre on Big Lake. Full view lake, 3 RV pads w/ hook-ups. 3-stall dressing building. 2 decks & 2 docks. 1400+ SF w/ 2 BR 2 BA. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #503880 14773 AVON ALLEN RD, MV $595,000 Sprawling Ranch style home w/gorgeous valley views. 3.7 acres with fenced pasture, barn w/5 stalls, heated wash rack, tack room & 2 large shops. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #511224 9690 SAMISH ISLAND RD, BOW $1,998,000 Custom 6550 SF, 4 BR beachfront home. Slab granite kitchen, Viking appliances. Media, exercise & family/game rooms. 4-car garage. Covered patio & moorage buoy. Clam, crab & fish. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #395055

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0 CORRAL ST, WINTHROP $59,950 Nice level corner lot in town of Winthrop. Triangular-shape lot w/ sewer & water available. Could have single family residence or multi-family w/ an approved plan. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #480380 4031 EAGLE RIDGE DR, CAMANO ISLAND $69,900 2.5+ acres ready to build your dream home! Home site cleared, well installed & septic design completed. Beautiful acreage community! Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #486423 0 SAWYER LN, CL $99,950 Nice level lot in gated community w/ Clear Lake access. Power at road & water available. Ready to build your dream home in the country. Start now to enjoy your summer on the lake. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #480406 LOT 4, DEMING WAY, BOW $230,000 View of Samish Bay, Padilla Bay, San Juan Islands & sunsets. 1+ acre lot in Bow-Edison area. Quick access to I-5 & Chuckanut Dr. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #226523 0 PADILLA BAY LN, BAYVIEW $230,000 Prime 1 acre building lot with great views. Located at the end of a dead-end private road. 4 bedroom septic design in place & power on the property. Existing shop/carport. CCR’s, no manufactured homes. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #485056 LOT 1, DEMING WAY, BOW $249,000 View of Samish Bay, Padilla Bay, San Juan Islands & sunsets. 1+ acre lot in Bow-Edison area. Quick access to I-5. Drilled well. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #28194089 5510 ISLAND VIEW WAY, BOW $265,000 5-ac parcel w/ Samish Bay, San Juan Island, farmland & sunset views. Quick access to I-5 & Chuckanut Dr. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #27212675 LOT 2, DEMING WAY, BOW $395,000 Views of Samish Bay, Padilla Bay, San Juan Islands & sunsets. 1+ acre lot in Bow-Edison area. Quick access to I-5 & Chuckanut Dr. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #28194096 0 SEAVIEW LN, MV $479,000 Bayview secluded wooded 10 acre retreat w/ evergreen & hardwood trees. Features wildlife & recreational trails. Coded gate entry for privacy. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #505282

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13158 SUNSET LANE, ANA $519,000 Beautiful NW Contemporary w/ lovely island & mtn views. 3520 SF, 3 BR 4 BA main-level living w/ 2 master suites, office/den, expansive deck, and MIL suite possibilities. Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929 MLS#484758 NE

2304 SKYLINE WAY, UNIT B-2, ANA $99,000 Great Skyline moorage offers wide berth & located next to ramp. 38’+ 6’ overhang w/ 15’ beam. Recent renovations. Full service marina close access to San Juan Is. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422 MLS# 502883 4624 DEVONSHIRE DR, ANA $111,000 Adorable, move-in ready 2 BR 1 BA. Very open living, dining & kitchen. Tile roof & nice backyard w/ storage shed. Appliances stay. Skyline amenities, beach access, beach club, sports courts. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#517231 NE

835 COWICHAN PL, LAC $197,500 Serene refuge, charming bright 1-level w/ many windows & lovely view of mts. & marina! Great kitchen, open floorplan. In Shelter Bay. Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 MLS# 507587 1614 10TH ST, ANA $209,500 Old Town cottage on sunny fenced lot. Laminate floor, brick fireplace, old fashioned kitchen & attached garage w/ alley access. Nice rear deck. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422 MLS#471334 5311 KINGSWAY, ANA $219,000 Convenient 1-level in desirable Skyline. Large landscaped yard w/ wrap around deck for outdoor entertaining. 4 BR 1.75 BA, cozy fireplace, open floorplan. Fenced back yd. garden. Close to beaches & WA Park. Cynthia Aanestad 360-610-0120 MLS#512865 262 QUILLAYUTE PLACE, LAC $228,000 Single level on quiet cul-de-sac. Kitchen, breakfast room, living room w/ wall of windows; deck & hot tub, fenced backyard & gardens. Shelter Bay amenities include swimming pools, golf, tennis, beach & marina. Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 MLS#486934 248 SATSOP PLACE, LAC $230,000 A lovely 3 BR 1.75 BA single level home w/ inviting floorplan & view marina. Very well maintained & move-in ready w/ newer roof, windows, heaters, interior/exterior paint & stain. Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929 MLS#515819

3902 BROADVIEW DR, ANA $239,000 Updated rambler w/ open floorplan. 3 BR 1.75 BA. Updated kitchen, new windows & roof. Quiet neighborhood, plenty of storage, bonus rm. & Mt Baker views. Paul Weisz 360-391-7281 MLS# 517399 1717 36TH STREET, ANA $249,000 Turn-key 1720 SF, 4 BR 1.75 BA was completely remodeled & upgraded in 2005. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS# 519360 7404 GUEMES PLACE, ANA $268,000 1296 SF 2 BR 1.5 BA w/ garden on Guemes Is. Built in 2007. Channel views. Near ferry & 8-min. to Anacortes. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#472919 13667 HARBOR LANE, ANA $283,000 Delightful country home w/ 2 fireplaces, master suite w/ private deck, 2-car garage, oversized yard w/ fruit trees. Close to Fidalgo School. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#453293 816 37TH ST, ANA $284,500 5 BR w/ Fidalgo Bay views. Main level living, 2 large BA & efficient kitchen. Lg. deck, detached garage/ shop. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#512833 NE

663 MUCKELSHOOT CIRCLE, LAC $299,500 Beautiful bay & mtn. view home. 2013 roof, new deck for entertaining. Main level master suite, 2 BR, BA & family rm. downstairs. Breta Malcolm 360-3910441 MLS# 523631 3204 R AVE, ANA $295,000 View home on 15000 SF lot in R4B zoning allows many uses. RV carport, 2-car garage w/ attic storage & detached garage/shop with loft office & greenhouse. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422 MLS#484054 1405 26TH ST, ANA $324,000 Marina views, hardwood floors, fireplace, oversized dining room, family room; 3 BR 1.75 BA w/ private park-like back yard. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#489797

313 WILLAPA PL, LAC $325,500 Beautiful, high quality, well maintained owner/ builder home. 2574 SF, 2 BR+ study. Large corner lot, fully landscaped. Samantha Masaoka 360-7700929 MLS# 523404 4909 PAISLEY PLACE, ANA $339,000 4 BR 2.5 BA w/ view in Skyline. Hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, new carpet & paint, 2-car garage & RV prkg, garden & tugboat park for beach access. Becky Strickland 360-770-0197 MLS#489302 3809 VIEW RIDGE, ANA $349,000 3 BR 2.5 AB view condo at “The Ridge” w/ townhouse style attached homes. Key living on main level w/ spacious family rm. & guest rms. on lower level. 2-car garage w/ shop space. Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155 MLS#456956 17038 OBSTRUCTION DR. BURL $364,000 Wonderful lg. home on 1+ acre overlooking valley. Well cared for w/ beautiful updates. 5 BR 3 BA+ lower level family rm. w/ pool table & wet bar. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422. MLS#388087 2311 42ND PL, ANA $374,900 4 BR 2 BA located in Forest Hills community. Upgraded kitchen w/ SS appliances, hardwood floors & master BR. Move-in ready. Paul Weisz 360-3917281 MLS# 519749 NE

13885 SEAVIEW WAY, ANA $535,000 Western views & Burrows Bay w/ 2618 SF, 3 BR 2.5 BA. Quality & elegance throughout. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS# 523546 5651 SECTION AVE, ANA $648,000 Elegant 1889 SF, 3 BR 2.25 BA high-bank waterfront on Guemes Island. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#510370 5116 MARITIME CT, ANA $775,000 Sweeping views from this dignified 3363 SF Spinnaker Cove home. 4 BR/2.5 BA; formal living & dining rooms, bright kitchen with cozy eating nook. Gorgeous master suite; huge family/media room with wetbar. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS# 518908

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2802 COMMERCIAL AVE, ANA 15248 DECEPTION RD, ANA $377,000 Dewey Beach rambler w/ water & mtn. views. 3 BR 1.75 BA on .57 acre fenced w/ gate for pets. Beach access. Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400 MLS# 523356

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WHAT ARE A BROKER’S DUTIES? Question: We are now looking for a home and have asked a broker to help. We feel we are doing a lot of the work. What should the broker be doing on our behalf?

Answer: According to a 2012 study of buyers and sellers by the National Association of Realtors, 40 percent of all purchasers had written buyer brokerage agreements while 19 percent had oral arrangements. The study found the following as assistance that buyers wanted from their agents: • Help ﬁnding the right home (50 percent) • Help negotiating the price (12 percent)

• Help negotiating terms of sale (12 percent) Also according to NAR report, “Buyers most often noted that the beneﬁt of having an agent was helping them understand the process (60 percent), more so for ﬁrst-time buyers (78 percent). Also, more than half of buyers noted that real estate agents pointed out unnoticed features or faults with a property, while over four in 10 said real estate agents negotiated better sales contract terms, improved buyers’ knowledge of search areas, and provided a better list of service providers.” It is important for buyers to understand the broker’s role in the transaction. Is the broker representing the seller or the buyer? Is the broker a “disclosed” dual agent, someone working to bring about a mutually attractive transaction between the parties? Or, is the licensee a “designated” dual agent, a situation that can arise when one salesperson in a brokerage represents a seller

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Retirement Real Estate

More seniors are choosing to age in place. These upgrades can make your current home a permanent staycation spot after retirement More than 13 percent of the American population is over 65, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. By 2030, that number will grow to nearly 20 percent. With the changes in healthcare and lifestyle, Baby Boomers are living better and longer than their predecessors. They are active and involved in their communities. Many continue to work past their retirement. And as they age, they are choosing to do so in their homes. It’s a trend that will likely continue in the near future, says Deborah Pierce, architect and author of “The Accessible Home: Designing for All Ages and Abilities” (Taunton Press, 2012). “Nursing homes are no longer a viable option like they were a few decades ago,” Pierce says. “People are more ﬁt, and there’s a growing interest in aging in place.” A recent survey by AARP shows that nine out of 10 older people and eight out of 10 Baby Boomers want to stay in their homes as long as possible. They are embarking on projects to remodel their homes to accommodate their changing lifestyle. “The primary reason is they want to be near friends and family,” says Nancy Thompson, spokeswoman for the AARP. “The image that people move when they retire to Florida and Arizona are inaccurate. Some people do that, but for the most part, Baby Boomers will turn the suburbs gray.” According to the National Association for Realtors, seniors who decide to move do so when their existing home becomes a liability because of size and accessibility issues. “They move into a smaller home – single-level living – which is easier to maintain,” says Walter Molony, spokesman for NAR. “What we see is some people buy vacation homes and condos in warmer climates, which they turn into retirement homes in the future.” Here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for a retirement home or upgrading your current home to ﬁt your needs.

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Accessibility and openness, or “universal design,” are the key elements, experts say. Your home should be a welcoming and safe place for everyone, including a toddler, a mother with a stroller or an older person in a wheelchair. • Make entrances accessible: Install ramps and grab bars leading into the home. Steps pose a hurdle for people on wheelchairs or with a cane. Get rid of steps where you can, Pierce says. Install security features – useful features include intercoms and biometric systems, such as the one that uses the retina as a key for access. • Widen the doorways: Doorways and hallways should be wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs. Replace doorknobs with handles. Many seniors suffer from arthritis. Turning knobs could get painful and difﬁcult after a while. • Remodel your bathroom: Many accidents happen in the bathroom. That’s a huge area for improvement, Pierce says. To prevent injury from falling, install grab bars and slipfree and step-free showers, says Stephen Melman, director of economic services at National Association for Homebuilders. Install rounded corners in the vanity and lever faucets. Clear up enough space so you have plenty of room to move between the tub and the toilet. The doorway should be wide enough to allow a wheelchair to pass through. Open up the bathroom so it can allow you (and your caregiver, if necessary) to move around freely. • Bring everything down to one level. If your home has multiple levels, make sure that you at least have a bedroom, bathroom, study, laundry room and kitchen on the same level as the entrance. You can also choose to split your life on different ﬂoors by installing an elevator if your budget permits. • Upgrade the kitchen: Install knobs that are easy to use and appliances with visual contrast. Adjustable countertops are a good investment and so are microwaves with buttons.

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CLASSIFIEDS 1 & 2 BDRM MV APT., quiet, W/S/G/recycle & basic cable pd. Covered parking and storage room including laundry on-site. No smoking/ pets. 360-708-1721 1 Bdrm cottage - totally remodeled, 625 Township Unit #4, Sedro-Woolley. No pets, no smoke. Carport & locked storage. $750 mo., $700 dep. W/S/G pd. 360-708-8665. 2 Bdrm, 315 W. Woodworth, S-W. $725 + dep. W/D hookups, no pets/smoking. W/S/G pd. 360-854-8507. Burl. near park, 1 bdrm, 1 ba $675/mo. $700/dep. $50/app. fee. No smoke/pets. 360770-6273. Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 Norris Place 757-3060 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd. Great location, some restriction apply. Call or stop in today.

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$995,000 Contemporary NW home in a very private setting on 2.45 ac on Cascade Ridge. Great views. Quality throughout. Douglas firm trim, slate floor, radiant heat, chefs kitchen with granite counters. Great room concept w/ French doors to screen porch. Master suite with sitting room, walk in closet, large bath, 1 bdrm guest house, exquisite landscaping and stone work. Ann-Margaret Lightle Peview Properties Skagit LLC 360-848-8900

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Great location in the Burlington School District. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, ¾ inch hardwood floors, granite, master suite, save thousands no flood insurance, formal/informal dining, sports court/play house, too many features to list. Tim L. Good RSVP Real Estate 360-708-3828

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Spectacular views of Rosario Bay! You'll soar with the eagles, perched on your breathtaking home lookout point over Rosario Island and the waterfront. Needs remodeling but worth it! $599,000. 15396 Rosario View Lane Anacortes Mona Myers, REALTOR 360-391-0681 MonaMyers@CBBain.com COLDWELL BANKER BAIN

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Nicely updated home on 9.71 acres in very secluded setting near Big Lake. 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths and 5 skylights make this home bright & cheery. Enjoy awesome mountain views from this private setting. Also has great 1,440 sq ft shop bldg. MLS #460849

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Quiet country home close to town. One+ ac. with fenced pasture, fruit trees, berries, large garden. 1850 sq. ft, 3 bdrm, 1.75 ba home with updated kitchen and guest bath. Natural gas fireplace insert. New carpet in living room & hall. Hardiplank siding, attached garage, 3 outbuildings, RV parking. 17409 Dunbar Rd. Mount Vernon. By owner. 360-428-0205 $319,000

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For sale: Concrete, WA. 3bd 2ba 1708 sf. built in 2004 on 5 ac. w/open floor plan ceramic tile entry oak cabinets w/center island dinning area utility-pantry combo cedar deck w/sunsetter awning property goes to skagit river would make good horse property possible owner financing or trade $180,000.00 call dann 360-770-2840. crouchdann@yahoo.com

Samish Island WATERFRONT 10529 Samish Is. Rd. $749,000 Price reduced!!! Sensational custom one level home on 1.54ac w/access road to beach. 3 bdrm, 3 ba, open floor plan, hardwood floors, two car attached garage plus 1890 sq. ft. detached garage/workshop perfect for RV/boat/equip storage. Separate guest house with it's own living, dining, bdrm, ba. Circular drive, no hassle with ferries. Just drive onto Samish Island. MLS#486866 Call Terry Smiley 425-985-9643 Champions Real Estate

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$299,500 4710 PARKVIEW LN., MT. VERNON

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Turn of the century updated farmhouse on 15.89 acres, Grows great hay and is all set up for Suzanne Jenkins horses and cattle. 97x80 Barn & 2 360-941-2983 Carol Harris other outbuildings. View of Sauk Mtn. Laminate Primelending flooring in kitchen, dining & living rooms & tile Direct: 360.588.5431 Dayna Telidetzki in bathroom! Master on first floor. Large dining 360-708-8452 Cell: 425.478.1638 room. Newer roof. MLS#503238 $479,900 8038 FARM TO MARKET RD, BOW $435,000 23504 PRINGLE ST.,CLEARLAKE $255,000

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23191 SR9, LAKE MCMURRAY

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Beautiful 3 bdrm custom home w/amazing views & parklike approach. Dock, boat launch &

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

75’ of lakefront! Vaulted ceilings, daylight basement and more! MLS#440278

Craftsman w/ spacious main floor living & bright finished lower level. Entry w/skylight; Formal Dining w/Butler pantry; Kitchen w/ Elva Hunter granite & stainless appl, cozy great 360-202-3086 rm w/gas fireplace & bkshlvs. Lg. master suite. Downstairs has lg family room plus 3 bdrms, full bath & private patio. MLS#489356

308 HAINES, SEDRO WOOLLEY $136,900

Unique and charming home with lots of wood throughout. Lots of handcrafted

Heated indoor storage for Boat or RV, 40x45 Outbuilding. greenhouse. Wonderful farm home situated on charming 3 BD, 1.75 BA Bright kitchen, level shy 12 ac. Huge country kitchen Danya Wolf w/newer stainless appliances. Donna Kurras beautiful fireplace w/propane insert, 360-708-8294 French drs to deck w/ benchseating Lg mud/laundry rm. Extra bonus 360-770-7596 & pond, fruit trees, roses, skylights and lots of playroom upstairs. Over 3200 sq ft barn/machine shed w/hay loft plus other storage, ample parking, laundry room w/ sink and outbuildings. Full RV hook up w/elect and septic. pantry storage area. Newer roof and exterior paint,. MLS#464361 MLS# 516696

Cute lake cabin on .46 acre on south shore of Lake McMurray w/65’ of medium bank lakefront. Cabin offers 2 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths plus den, charming wood stove. Living room features vaulted log beam ceiling and spectacular views of the lake from newer wraparound deck. Beautiful trex stairway to gazebo area, 2 docks and lake. lake McMurray has great trout fishing. MLS# 524233

NEW LISTING! $200,000 XXX IDA DR,SEDRO-WOOLLEY

cabinets, slate floors in light and airy kitchen.Has fully fenced yard and a small courtyard. 8x8 garden shed. A must see.

3 huge BR w/ walk in closets. Lg rec rm & huge bonus rm upstairs, master w/ soaking tub & sep. shower. 2 car gar. & backyd w/ patio & fire pit. Min. 1 yr lease. Sandy Everett $45 Application fee for backgrnd/ 360-202-3706 Suzanne Jenkins credit check req. for each applicant 18+ yrs. 360-941-2983 No smoking/pets. MLS#503017 $269,900 $99,000 4008 H AVE., ANACORTES

Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

Last available building lot (#25) in desired area. Great 20x40 shop on site. Level lot is just shy Sandy Everett acre w/beautiful mature trees. 360-202-3706 Community water system. MLS#419801

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Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983

NEW LISTING! $168,000 17304 OLYMPIC PL., MT. VERNON

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Beautiful, private garden; generous rooms; lovely kitchen overlooks garden; detach garage has storage & room for shop. MLS#466734

3 spacious bds and 2 full ba. The master suite features a full bath with jettedtub and walk-in closet, easy access to backyard through a private entry. Jessie Cavazos Fully fenced yard. This home is also 360-770-5623 within walking distance to Burlington City library, City Park, Medical facility and Elementary School. MLS# 488112

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23117 STATE ROUTE 9,LAKE MCMURRAY 719 PYRAMID PEAK PL, MT. VERNON $1,600/MONTH 1231 ARREZZO DR, SEDRO WOLLEY $315,000

15586 PENN RD, MOUNT VERNON

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Donna Kurras 360-770-7596

$449,000 1320 E FAIRHAVEN,BURLINGTON

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3 building lots in area of lovely newer view homes. One lot has existing home; rent for $1000+ per month while you build on the other two! All utilities in. MLS# 484530

Three bdr plus den; 2 ba; nicely maintained split level home w/small, fenced back yard. Master bdr has door Danya Wolf to bath which has second door to hall. 360-708-8294 Second ba is in daylight basement, w/ washer and dryer in adjoining closet. Downstairs is set up w/ third bedroom & possible fourth bedroom being used as an office. Double garage. MLS# 515289

Easy I-5 & City w/ lush country feel. Spacious 4500+SF w/many recent custom upgrades. Grand entrance w/patio amid shade trees, terraced garden, fruit trees/grape arbor. Elva Hunter Gourmet kitchen w/granite 5 burner 360-202-3086 stove, dual dw, pantry. Master w/luxury tub, tile w/in-shower heated flrs, dressing rm w/builtins, cozy sitting rm. .82 acre w/westerly views, 3 car w/ rm RV park. Lg Downstairs could be MIL. MLS#486780

6489 STATE ROUTE 9, SEDRO WOOLLEY $259,900 3 bdrm rambler on 2 acres with 1400 sq.ft shop/garage with adjoining insulated tack room. Home has hardwood floors, updated kitchen cabinets. Tile floors in kitchen. 11/2+ acre level, completely fenced usable pasture. 6+ fruit and nut trees. MLS#520904

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

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August 2, 2013