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Go to our website for a quick and easy way to search all listings! 320 S Burlington Blvd • Burlington www.SkagitValleyRealEstate.com (360) 755-9494 • (800) 775-0153

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Sedro-Woolley $149,950 Fantastic home on double lot. Great location. Walking distance to schools, town & parks. Huge fenced yard with shop. Mature fruit trees. Great garden area. Move-in ready! MLS #680588 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Call Wilma, 661-1631

Call Mike, 540-1341

Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Anacortes

$525,000

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

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Burlington $259,950 New Craftsman Style 2 story home. Capturing the charm of yesteryear, w/all benefits of new home. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1348 SF. Ground floor Master Suite. Unfinished living space above garage. Appr. for both office or studio apt. Lush new yard. MLS #678475 Call Ron, 333-1045

W NE

$299,900

Large newly updated home. Located in the desirable Skyline community. All new carpeting & vinyl. Freshly painted inside & out. 4 BR, 2.75 BA, 2220 SF. Spacious & open floor plan. Lg. backyard w/patio. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! MLS #648108

Sedro-Woolley $202,900 Desirable rambler. 3 BR, 1.75 BA, feat. bath off master. All appliances included. Lg. fenced backyard. Att. 2 car garage, RV parking. Near schools & shopping district. MLS #675638

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Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

Sedro-Woolley $179,000 High visibility & high volume traffic. Near schools, motel & business district. Purchase 13 yr. old latte business w/bldg. $179,000 OR purchase bldg. only $169,000 & owner removes all equipment. MLS #612818 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Mount Vernon

$595,000

Desired Bay View location. Water view. Almost 3 acres. 3100 SF, 3 BR, 3.5 BA. Large master suite. Granite counter, hardwood floors. Storage for 7 vehicles. Horse barn, pasture, pond & more. MLS #631621

Call Kirk, 770-7470

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

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Samish Island $649,000 Secluded property on 3+ acres. Picturesque wooded setting. Views of Padilla Bay & Mt. Baker. Main home 1451 SF, 2 BR, two .75 BA. Open floor plan, new appliances, sunroom. Plus 480 SF cottage w/1 BR, .75 BA. Room for multiple cars. MLS #677842 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Debbie Allen 708-8780

Burlington $279,000 Maintained rambler on corner lot with RV parking. 3 BR, 2 BA. Kitchen w/skylight & extended eating bar. Open living room w/gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings. Master suite w/walk-in closet, tiled shower & jetted tub. Fenced yard & 12x12 outbuilding. MLS #642945 Call Maggie, 610-8413 or Debbie, 708-8780

Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

Maggie deSouza 610-8413

336 W. ALDER, SEDRO-WOOLLEY, $1200/MONTH This 3 BR, 2 BA home is located in the Glenhaven Community. New flooring, large backyard w/deck & att. 2 car garage. Min. 6 mo. lease required. Water & DISH included. No pets/smoking. 768 WEST ROAD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY, $1650/MONTH This 2500+ SF home w/4 BR, 3.25 BA is located in the Glenhaven Community. Kitchen features granite countertops, tile floor & all appliances. Bsmt. has lg. family/rec. room & den/office. Att. 2 car garage. Min. 6 mo. lease required. No pets/smoking. Call Property Management, 755-5555

Ayla Contois 610-1652

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Mount Vernon

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CUTE & COMFY...open floor plan, cute 3 BR, 2 BA w/lg kitchen, fenced yard, shed. 55+ Park. $85,000. #656240 MAGNIFICENT HOME..built in 1911 by great-grandparents & never on market before. 5 BR & located on 37 acres of prime farm land. A must see. $1,150,000. #661156 SALE OR LEASE..2400 sf commercial bldg. On busy corner lot in downtown Mount Vernon. Lease at $1,800 month or buy $219,500. #662753 SPECTACULAR VIEW.. In fill lot top of Alabama w/one of the most fantastic views of City, Bay & San Juans. $199,000. #657386 HEAVILY WOODED..20 acres at top of hill. Was logged about 20 yrs ago & will be ready to harvest again in 15 to 20 years. $89,500. #600899.

Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Jodi Dynes 333-7783 Tim Reichert 391-5587

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RAMBLER ON PRIVATE 20 ACRES..1487 sf rambler w/wrap around porch, mtn views, river rock f/place, sun deck, beautiful kitchen. Located on Bacus Hill east of Sedro- Woolley. $368,000. #654262 EAGLEMONT 2 STORY.. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, over 2500 sf, hardwood floors, kitchen w/granite, high end fixtures, high ceilings Spacious upstairs, bonus rm & den. $299,900. #574568 CLASSIC HOME..lots of style, 2900 sf,4 BR, den, office living/dining rms, huge kitchen w/eating area, adjoining bonus rm w/f/place. 3 Car garage. $385,000. #596212 GORGEOUS CUSTOM CRAFTSMAN home just completed on an acre on Bow Hill. Over 2500 sf, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, lots of blt-ins, Beech cabinets + 3 car garage. $485,000. #409469

Tod Le Hecka Galen Kindred Holly Hilts

331-1032 770-7083 661-5538

COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER W/SHOP..4 BR, 1.75 BA. 2483 sf home. Beautiful kitchen, maple cabinets. finished 1700 sf shop. $459,000. #473037 COZY STARTER! 2 BR, 1 BA 590 sf home w/add’l 45 sf sunroom in SW. New wiring, 140 sf shed/shop, newer roof & laminate floor. $107,950. #666814

1412 Vecchio Ct. Affordable 4 bdrm 11/2 baths & includes most appliances. Den or 4th BR on main flr. Dog run in fenced back yard, nice views of mtns. $189,900 #651379

Jan Scally Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman

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360.757.6013 800.869.7084

SPACIOUS..3 BR, 2.5 BA home, 2 story with over 2100 sf to enjoy. Many upgrades when built for this original owner. Huge loft area, playground close. $239,900.#639340 WATERFRONT HOME..stunning architectural home on South facing low bank lot in Anacortes. Wonderful setting, just $775,000. #588545 55 OR BETTER..exceptional 3 BR, 2 5 BA home in “The Cedars” in Burlington. 1728 sf w/many upgrades and attached garage. $259,500. #663643 LOVELY CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION.. 4 BR, 2.5 BA home. 2670 sf of living space. Formal living & dining rooms, good sized family room, lg patio & much more. $375,000. #582124 NEAR KAYAK GOLF COURSE.. 13.77 acres in secluded setting. Opportunity knocks, just $69,500. #554649

Fritz Inman Terri Heyntsen Ron Wortham

661-0147 391-0938 661-1500

Buying

How Price Increases Decrease Buyers How $1,000 can remove thousands of potential households from the marketplace What difference does $1,000 make? In your listing price, a lot, actually. Nationally, a $1,000 increase on a new, median-priced home removes more than 200,000 households from the marketplace, according to the latest estimates from the National Association of Home Builders’ “Priced Out” study. The NAHB study, which is based on national mortgage underwriting standards (a 28 percent debt-to-income ratio) and the latest income distribution data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, looked at more than 300 metro areas to see how the costs of construction translate to home price and affordability. The NAHB analysis found that every $833 in fees added in the construction process, such as for permits, added an additional $1,000 to the final home price. The number of affected households varies across states and metro areas, depending on population, income distribution and new-home price. Among states, the number of households who would be no longer able to qualify for a mortgage based on the $1,000 increase to a median-priced home ranged from a 313 in Wyoming, the lowest state, to 18,250 in Texas, the highest. In affordable metro area, where roughly half the households can afford new homes, the price-out effects can be large; the additional $1,000 disqualifies more than 4,000 homes in both the Houston-Sugarland-Baytown and Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta metros and more than 2,000 in the Las Vegas-Paradise metro. 4

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3815 RIDGE WAY, MOUNT VERNON

$365,000

Skagit Tradition Realty 3780 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360.424.0300 www.SkagitTraditionRealty.com

Tech Tools of the Trade

Russ Lanker 360.708.1117

This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is located on a very quiet cul-de-sac. It features a nicely updated kitchen with corian countertops, maple cabinets and hardwood flooring. The home is situated on a rare .40 acre lot in town with territorial views that can be enjoyed while entertaining on the large deck or just relaxing in the hot tub! Mature and tasteful landscaping rounds out this must see property. MLS# 672971

$1,410 Median amount of money real estate brokers spent on technology for their real estate business in 2013 Source: National Association of Realtors

SANDI RILEY 770-8670

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3710 SWAN ROAD, MOUNT VERNON ’MT AP W” -LA “IN

$449,000

14022 DODGE VALLEY ROAD, “PLEASANT RIDGE”, M.V. $549,900 GE

OPEN HOUSE SUN, 1-4 BARB. G. 206-681-0909

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN, 1-4 SANDI R. 360-770-8670/ARLENE V. 360-853-6429

• PARK LIKE PRIVACY ON HUGE LOT “IN TOWN” CLOSE TO ALL SERVICES! • REMODELED “SPLIT ENTRY” W/LAMINATE WOOD FLOORS, NEW DESIGNER TILE BATHS • 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, LG. FAMILY ROOM , 2 GAS FPL., LG. SHOP + GARAGE

• EXCELLENT” CLOSE-IN BUT COUNTRY” 1 ACRE SETTING • CUSTOM 3 BD., 2.5 BA. RAMBLER W/2184 SQ. FT., 2 GAS FPL. • PLUS, 1 BD. 1 BA “IN LAW” DETACHED AP’MT, + HUGE R.V GARAGE/SHOP

• DESIRABLE “LA CONNER/CONWAY” AREA, PRIVACY “OFF RD.”, 3 ACRES! • ”CRAFTSMAN” QUALITY , SOLID FIR DOORS & TRIM, HARDWOOD FLRS. • 4 BD., 4.5 BA., “BONUS RM.”, FAMILY RM., 6 CAR COV. PARKING, + SHOP

754 PANORAMA RIDGE, “SKAGIT HIGHLANDS”, M.V. $243,950

16125 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD, MT. VERNON

40118 STATE ROUTE #20, “BIRDSVIEW”, CONCRETE $215,000

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CALL SANDI R. 360-770-8670 TO VIEW!

• GORGEOUS NEWER 2 STORY W/COVERED PORCH, HARDIPLANK SIDING • 3 BD., 2.5 BA., BONUS RM. UP, HUGE MASTER SUITE, GAS HEAT • OUTSTANDING VIEWS, OVERLOOKING THE VALLEY & MTNS. TO THE NORTH

• CUSTOM CEDAR RAMBLER W/ “SHY” 5 ACRES “CLOSE TO TOWN”! • PARK LIKE W/SMALL ORCHARD, GARDEN SPACE, LG. SHOP • 3 BD., 2 BA., OPEN PLAN, ALL LARGE ROOMS, COUNTRY KITCHEN

• UPGRADED “MARLETTE” W/3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, PRIVATE MASTER SUITE • 1.4 ACRES, PRIVACY PLUS W/LG. TREES, OPEN GARDEN/ORCHARD AREA W/MTN. VIEWS! • 2 CAR CARPORT + HEATED SHOP, PLUS... DETACHED 2 CAR GAR/SHOP!

2610 E. SECTION ST. “LITTLE MTN. ESTATES” $66,500 UN

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2610 E. SECTION ST. “LITTLE MTN. ESTATES” $89,500 +

Mount Vernon, WA 98273

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Sandi Riley 770-8670

When searching for a real estate professional, it’s helpful to start your search by meeting with agents that have assisted family or friends that you know and trust. During your meeting, ask if he or she is a Realtor®, a member of the National Association of Realtors®, and a professional who holds themselves to a higher ethical standard. You can also look up a Realtor®’s licensing information; state regulatory boards are happy to assist you in your research and will let you know of any disciplinary action or complaints. However, NAR research shows that nearly nine out of ten recent buyers were satisfied with their Realtors® honesty and integrity, knowledge of the purchase process, and knowledge of the real estate market. Another way to find a Realtor® is to look at their current listings. The presentation of a Realtors® listings and how fast properties sells can give you an indication of a Realtors® selling skills. To search for a local Realtor® and find accurate home listings in your area, visit realtor.com®. Source: www.realtor.org

CALL SANDI R. 360-770-8670! • BACK “CUL DE SAC” OF THE PARK PRIVACY, LG. LOT W/ HUGE NEW SHOP! • UPGRADED (NEW ROOF TOO!) “GOLDENWEST” W/OPEN PLAN, GAS HEAT • 2 BD., 2 BA., LG. MASTER SUITE, OFFICE/DEN, HUGE DECK, COV. PORCH!

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CALL SANDI R. 360-770-8670 • JUST LISTED, UPGRADED INSIDE & OUT, W/HANDICAP “RAMP” ACCESS • NEW PROF. PAINT, NEW FLOOR COVERINGS, GAS HEAT, 1680 SQ. FT. • 3 BD., 2 BA., OAK & TILE TRIM KITCHEN, GARAGE, 2 PATIO AREAS, A/C!!

CALL SANDI R. 360-770-8670 • TASTEFULLY APPOINTED “SILVERCREST” BEAUTY W/NEW PAINT INSIDE & OUT! • VERY SPACIOUS, 1848 SQ. FT., GORGEOUS MASTER SUITE W/SLIDERS TO LG. COVERED DECK • 3 BD., 2 BA., GAS HEAT, HUGE OAK KITCHEN, LG. FAMILY RM. W/GAS FPL., PRIVATE YARD!

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www.WindermereSkagit.com RESIDENTIAL 602 SHILOH LANE, SW

$80,000

Extra-large lot with a manufactured home and detached garage/shop. Home needs a little work but has a newer metal roof. 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths, 1200+ SF. Plumbed for a dishwasher. Call Becky Elde 770-9427 #672408 NE

330 N. CHERRY ST, BRL

$149,000

Solid 4 bedroom home with tons of potential! Living room has a wood fireplace, nice dining room; both w/wood floors. Utility room, built-in cabinets & gas heat. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #627015

407 STATE STREET, SW

W NE

$105,000

Two 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 at 707-8073 #680234

1212 S. 12TH ST, MV

$234,950

Great MV hill location near parks, schools, & hospital. Very well maintained home with 3 beds, 1.75 baths, 1400+ SF. an outbuilding/shop. Great landscaping & garden area. Call George Bellos at 708-9762 # 678821

LISTING TIP #2: Ask questions. Lots & lots of questions. NE

44942 STATE ROUTE 20, CONCRETE

$142,900

Fannie Mae property home that was turned into a Day Care. Endless possibilities for this 1000+ SF property, use it as a Day Care, Office building, Salon or private residence. This property qualifies for HomePath Mortgage. Call Tasha Zahlis at 391-5075 or Karine Anderson at 421-1189 #677922

3119 ARBOR ST, MV

$144,200

Fannie Mae owned home ready for your Buyers. Very nice rambler featuring new flooring & paint. This property is approved for Homepath Renovation with as little as 5% down. Call Karine Anderson at 421-1189 or Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 #679853

6437 STATE ROUTE 9, SW

1915 E SECTION ST, MV

$237,000

1942 MV Hill home 2138 SF on shy 1/3 acre. 3 bdrms, 2 baths. Fully fenced, private backyard w/ patio & garden space. 2 car garage. H/W floors in LR, hall & Bedroom. Spacious eat in kitchen. Master suite w/ walk in closet & full bath w/ tile floors. Call Karen Beckner at 840-9455 #677868

18268 COLONY RD, BOW

$249,900

Property is in updated condition and ready to go. Home is 3 bedroom and 2 baths with 1712 SF. It has an attached garage. Home is on over 9.88 acres. Call Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #651752

$549,500

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

$269,500

No-bank waterfront property & charming weekend/summer or quaint year-round home. 4 parcels, 2 building lots. 1 bdrm, 1 bath park model w/ lots of storage. Covered porch, bath house w/ shower & utility hook-ups, covered patio & 2 docks on this speed restricted recreational lake. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill & Jannette Krieger 421-4446 #679914

15782 LARSON LANE, MV

$565,000

Quality constructed 3087 SF home on 9 acres. Chefs kitchen: granite, 5 star stove, 4 X 8 island. Travertine enhances FP, wet bar, & bathrooms. Expansive storage, radiant heat, den/office, 3 bdrms, 5 baths. 3 car garage. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421 #678391

$269,950

Updated 3 bed, 2 bath home, huge 30x35 shop on 1.10 acre. New vinyl windows, new roof in 2012, fresh paint & new flooring. Both bathrooms updated. Kitchen upgrades include newer appliances, counters & tile floors. Large deck overlooks private, fenced yard. Shop has 11ft door, 220, plumbed for water. RV parking. Call Megan O’Brayn at 708-5817 # 667629

7419 PRESSENTIN RANCH DR, CNC

17304 OLYMPIC PL, MV

23217 STATE ROUTE 9, MV 41417 CENTER ST, CONCRETE

$265,000

Charming turn of the century home with unique details and character + contemporary upgrades. Adorable kitchen.3 beds, 1.75 baths with 2254 SF. Coved ceilings, curved doorways & cozy nooks. 2 blocks from downtown. Zoned commercial Call Becky at 770-9427 #663293

$314,900

5416 ISLAND VIEW WAY, BOW $590,000 OPEN HOUSE: SUN AUGUST 17TH, 12-2PM

View wildlife from your covered front porch in this 2954 SF home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, master suite & bonus/media room. .5+ acre in nice newer neighborhood. Gated front entrance, patio, firepit, sprinkler system & dog kennel. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #613920

Enjoy scenic views from this single level 3 bed, 3 full bath, 2850 SF home overlooking San Juan Islands. 5 acre lot. Gourmet kitchen is open to dining & living room. Fireplace separates great room & adjoining family room. Master suite w/fireplace opens deck. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421 #660676

1420 DIGBY PL, MV

Superb custom residence in the Eaglemont Golf Community. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths & 4496+ SF of exquisite detail. Top of the line features. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #644641

$315,000

Beautiful end unit Townhome. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, one 3/4 bath and 1 half bath, 1920 SF. This unit has an abundance of natural light w/ floor to ceiling windows. Home boasts granite, hardwoods, tile new carpeting, pantry in kitchen, gas fireplace with slate surround, private stone patio & attached 2 car garage. Call Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 #668197

15060 FIR ISLAND RD, MV

4700 BEAVER POND DR, MV

$679,900

$399,000

Equestrian homestead. View of Mt. Baker. Updated in 2003 w/ granite counters, new roof & windows. 3 beds, 2.5 baths, 2000+ SF. Master bdrm has 2 vanities, shower & soaking tub. Living rm w/cathedral ceiling & wood stove. 3-stall barn & fenced pasture. Deck. Call Becky Elde at 770-9427 #661137

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COMMERCIAL 7553 HOLIDAY BLVD, GUEMES

W NE

3307 RICE CT, ANA

$464,000

Elegant Stone Ridge rambler located on a quiet in-town cul-de-sac. Built by Strandberg Construction. Wonderful design & function in this 4 Bd – 2.5 Ba, 2100 sf home. Lovely entry with wood Pergola. Includes 2 car garage & full yard landscaping. Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 677275

5140 S SHORE DR. GUEMES

$675,000

Quaint beach home on Guemes Island! Expansive waterfront playground & great views! 2+ bd, 2 ba, on just shy 1 acre. Lots of windows for light & lovely stone framed wood fireplace for warmth. Recently painted, new siding & roof. Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS#550961

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$399,000

Guemes Island waterfront retreat w/magnificent southerly views. Inviting home with an open floor plan, beautiful fireplace & two delightful master suites each with breath taking view. Perfect workshop or studio in basement room with an outside entrance. Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS#462783 NE

1111 5TH STREET, ANA 1201 41ST STREET, ANA

$379,000

Picturesque country setting in the city of Anacortes is a rare find. This peaceful 1 acre + surrounds a delightful rambler with double master bedrooms & an additional bedroom. Open & bright living complete with 2 porches, outbuildings & charming garden space. Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 677468

7534 HOLIDAY BLVD. GUEMES

$385,000

Waterfront Island get-away! Serene, level .76 acres w/ 86’ if med bank saltwater frontage with 2 bdrm 1 bth cottage ready for your personal remodel or rebuild. Raised garden beds, fruit trees & berries. Rainwater collection for irrigation. Gorgeous waterfront steps to private beach. Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS#601799

Tranquil views from the charming home. Main floor living, 2 bdrm 2 ba plus a 1 bdrm 1 ba apartment with its own entrance. Outdoor patio dining with gourmet pizza oven & wood fireplace. Holiday Hideaway amenities with 3 beached and boat ramp. Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS#620283

$275,000

Custom 2 bd-2.5 ba home w/views of Guemes Channel. Maple cabinets & granite in kitchen, Living room w/vaulted ceilings & gas fireplace. Office/ bonus room on main floor. Master ensuite w/walkin closet, fireplace & private deck. Includes beach rights & boat launch. Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS#614999

$197,500

A wonderful colonial revival home located in historical old town Anacortes. Neat as a pin and priced to sell. Give me a call and make an appointment to view this wonderful home. Bill Robillard 360.770.4707 MLS# 679713

160 CHINOOK WY, CENTER ISL

$67,500

Enjoy this sweet cabin or build your island dream. Large lot w/tall fir trees on perimeter & a sunny cleared building site w/plenty of room for garden. 2 bd septic is installed, power & water serve the existing cabin. Sarah Jones 360.375.6142 MLS#634658

GREAT BAYS STORAGE

STARTING AT $69,950

Condominium garage facility for RV, boats, cars, business and maybe even sports. Auto roll up doors & man doors, sprinklered and sewer available. The project has security gate, security cameras, wash down area, RV dump & common bathroom. Owner financing available. Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 MLS# 677875

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ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

$325,000

$259,000

Classic 1920s home, converted to a Central Business District office, one-half block off Commercial Avenue. CBD zoning permits mixed use development. Lot size is 3,000 sq.ft. & office building is approx. 1,000 sq. ft. Small accessory building fronts alley behind parcel. Cheryl Frazier 360-202-4789 MLS#613828

7054 CHANNEL VIEW DR. GUEMES

906 7TH STREET, ANA NE

7404 GUEMES PL. GUEMES

$268,000

Enjoy island life! Affordable, turn-key, 1296 SF, 2 BD + den manufactured home built in 2007. Beautiful views of the Guemes Channel from most rooms in the house. Watch the boats go by from the covered deck. Great Southern exposure for gardening. Close to ferry dock! Margie Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS#472919

306 E MORRIS ST, LA CONNER

$339,000

Great business opportunity with great exposure in Downtown La Conner. Currently a painting & equipment rental business with a studio apartment. Behind the commercial building is a 4 bedroom 1720 sf Victorian home with plenty of charm. Rebecca Chamberlain 360.421.5021 MLS# 677995

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FHA’S NEW PROGRAM Question:

foundation) and those who now own properties that are not up to code and likely cannot be brought up to code. In short, the definition of a first-time buyer likely is broader than most people expect. Under the HAWK program the Is it true that the FHA is offering borrower’s up-front mortgage insurance a new loan program with lower premium is reduced from 1.75 percent mortgage insurance premiums? If to 1.25 percent. If you borrow $200,000 that’s a savings of $1,000. so, how can I get in? The government is not just giving this money away. It wants something in return, and what it wants is six hours of HUD has announced plans to ownership counseling for buyers. The introduce a new FHA loan product later cost for such counseling can be as much this year for first-time homebuyers, as $350 under HUD rules; however, it probably in the fall. Called “HAWK” for may be less in some cases. “Homeowners Armed with Knowledge,” Next, the annual mortgage insurance the plan is expected to save borrowers premium is reduced from 1.35 percent about $325 a year in annual costs, plus to 1.25 percent. For the borrower with a hundreds of dollars up front at closing. $200,000 mortgage this means a savings How much individual borrowers actually of about $200 in the loan’s first year. save depends in large measure on the Lastly, if the borrower makes full and amount borrowed. timely payments for two years, and if We call them “FHA loans,” but the FHA the borrower attends a 1-hour postdoes not actually loan money. It’s an closing counseling session, the annual insurance plan that allows borrowers mortgage insurance premium will dip to purchase homes with little down, again, this time to 1.10 percent. Again typically 3.5 percent up front plus the borrower will save, this time about closing costs, instead of the 20 percent roughly $300 a year for the borrower lenders would really like to get. As with with a $200,000 loan. (The actual annual all insurance plans there are premiums savings will vary depending the loan to pay, and for most FHA borrowers balance, an amount that falls each year.) those premiums are 1.75 percent of the Is the HAWK program a good idea? loan amount at closing plus 1.35 percent You bet. According to EllieMae, FHA annually on the unpaid balance. loans represented 22 percent of all The FHA has been roundly criticized mortgages originated in May. This because insurance premiums have risen means a huge number of people use substantially in recent years. HUD also the program, including many first-time has been criticized because reserve buyers. For them the HAWK program, fund balances have shrunk as a result of once formally introduced, is a quick and foreclosure claims, thus requiring higher easy way to save money for years to premiums. The HAWK program seems come and who’s against that? like a way to address both complaints. You can bet that HUD has studies that Here’s how it works: show that it pays out fewer claims if The program is open only to first-time borrowers take counseling classes and buyers. A “first-time buyer,” as defined by when borrowers have a good repayment HUD, includes not only those who have record during the first two years of the never owned a home but also those loan term. HUD is not offering lower who have not owned during the past insurance premiums as an act of charity, three years. The definition also includes it’s doing so to cut claims and costs. And, people who owned as married couples again, who’s going to be against fewer and are now divorced, individuals who claims and reduced foreclosures? own mobile homes (homes not on a

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Beyond the Mortgage Your monthly loan payment is just the start of the expenses that go into homeownership. Keep these cost areas top of mind when budgeting for your new home Homebuying is expensive. And it’s important for consumers to understand that expenses don’t end with the mortgage. In fact, that’s where it begins. Besides mortgage payments, homebuyers have to factor in other costs associated with owning a property such as insurance, property taxes, association fees and maintenance. The list could be overwhelming and endless. “When someone goes from being a renter to a buyer, they don’t think about a lot of the overhead costs associated with homeownership,” said Leslie Piper, Realtor and housing specialist. Many buyers fall into the debt trap when they don’t account for the additional expenses and buy a home beyond their means. Lenders use income and debt as benchmarks for loan approvals, and only factor in the expense related to monthly mortgage payments. They don’t include the other expenses in their calculations. Here are some tips on how to handle some of the expenses related to homeownership

Evaluate Your Situation

Be honest with your budget. You know your financial situation best, and how much home — and home-related expenses — you can afford.

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“Live within your margin and have a philosophical approach to spending,” says Daren Blomquist.

an average. You could also roll this expense into your monthly mortgage payment.

List Your Needs

Depending on where you live, you may want to buy more than just the basic insurance policy. If you are in a high-risk zone for natural disasters, your best bet would be to factor that into your insurance policy.

Roll Your Taxes into Your Monthly Payment …

And Don’t Forget

Piper says a smart buyer always makes a list of what they need in their home. That helps the buyer stay on target. Piper suggests making sure your lender understands your needs.

Property taxes are a huge expense. For a single family home, the average tax bill measures $2,877. Educate yourself on the tax rate in the area in which you are buying and considering escrowing your taxes into your monthly mortgage payments. “You can certainly pay your taxes as a big chunk of change when the bill comes, or you can roll it into your mortgage,” Blomquist says. Some homeowners set homeowners set aside a few hundred dollars every month so they pay on their own and not make it a part of their loan, he adds.

… And Insurance, Too

Home insurance is roughly o.35 percent of the value of a home, Blomquist says. Nationwide, homeowners typically spend $875 on insurance on

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• Homeowners Association fees Unlike the other expenses, you can’t include this as part of your mortgage. Keep aside a few hundred dollars a month on your budget toward these fees, if applicable. • Supplemental property taxes Many new developments have additional local taxes. Keep that in mind when you buy a brand new home. • General maintenance All homes go through the natural process of wear and tear. Some of the big-ticket maintenance items include roof replacement, gutter maintenance and HVAC replacement. You can roll these expenses into your mortgage or start saving a little each month. Yard maintenance, landscaping costs and tree maintenance are other regular expenses to keep in mind, too.

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2 Bdrm, 1 Ba, MV, W/D included. $875/mo. $500 dep., W/S/G pd. (360) 202-0359 2 bdrm, S.W. All appliances, avail. now. 700A Talcott. Do not disturb tenants. Appt only. $800/mo. 360-840-5728

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. Call George at 360391-1470.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

SEDRO-WOOLLEY AREA

Beautiful 1996 Skyline (1,512 Sq. Ft.) 3 bedroom + den and 2 bath with many upgrades located in ALL AGE PARK near downtown. Mfg. home has oak cabinets, vaulted ceilings and custom covered deck, terraced garden in back yard, etc. Home owner has always kept home in tip- top shape. Reasonable lot rent and friendly neighbors. Asking $44,900.00. Financing. avail w/ 10% Down. (O.A.C.). Call Randy at 425-327-9015 Preview Properties LMS, inc.

A STEAL!

5204 Kingsway, Anacortes Open Sunday's 1:30-3:30pm 3,616 sq. ft. 4 bdrm, 3 ba Marvelous water-islands Skyline Marina views

$499,000 MLS #624683 BRUCE FLANAGAN REAL ESTATE 360-298-4777 OPEN HOUSE SAMISH ISLAND SUN., AUGUST 17th 1-3pm

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 8/16 12–3PM

416 Lilac, Mount Vernon $378,000 2,800 sq. ft. 5 bedroom 3½ bath finished basement. Remodeled kitchen & bathrooms. Vaulted ceiling living room. Family room & bonus room. 1,581 SF upscale craftsman 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath open plan with vistas of Skagit Valley. Large deck overlooks fully fenced yard. ERIK PEDERSEN 360-391-1935 erikpedersengroup@gmail.com

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Open House Sun. Aug. 17th 12-2pm 5416 Island View Way, Bow $590,000

OPEN HOUSE Sun., 17th from 12-4 422 Longtime Lane

Driving Directions: East on Hwy 20, North (left) on Reed St. veer left after stop sign, house on right. Custom built in '05 with 2800+ sq ft. Decked out with upgrades, too much to much list! With 4 oversized bdrms there is still room for a 3rd living space upstairs. Both full bathrooms feature double sinks. Everything in house is oversized! $315,000. MLS 658325 Preview Properties Sara Fish (360)929-8644 OPEN HOUSE Sun., Aug. 17th, 1-4pm 1416 Lindsay Loop Rd., #102, Mount Vernon

Robinrossrealestate.com 14 subdividable acres beautifully parked out with about 2.5 acre lake and lots of gorgeous large evergreens. About 500' frontage on Friday Creek and 500' frontage on the paved Friday Creek Road. Entry road in as well as electricity into property. Possible owner contract with a third down. $389,000. 360-629-4944 GREAT DEAL! 100x150 VIEW LOT 561 W. Lake Samish Dr. Across from Lake Samish Sewer and water By owner $125,000

FOR SALE in a 55+ mobile home park in south Mount Vernon. A 1977 14x72 mobile home. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, appliances, 7 years old, new furnace/ hot water heater in 2013 and new windows in 2012. Some furnishings included. Great price $7900. Lot rent only $460 per month that includes water, sewer, garbage and basic cable. Call Jack at 360-610-6523

ROBIN ROSS Experience, Integrity Old School Service robinrossrealestate@ gmail.com 360-941-0408

5032 RONEY ROAD BOW $512,000 Exquisite Samish Island Craftsman home on 1.44 Acres. 30' peak design, bold great room with Mt. Baker view. Quality woodworking details. Lush grounds, ironwood decks, garden area. Second smaller home included, charming and complete. Great combination, come see. ERIK PEDERSEN 360-391-1935 erikpedersengroup@gmail.com

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3 bed, 3 full bath, 2850 SF home. Overlooking San Juan Islands. Located in area of upscale homes on 5 acre lots. Gourmet kitchen is open to light-filled dining & living room. See-thru fireplace separates and enhances great room & adjoining family room. Spacious master suite w/fireplace opens to viewing deck. Private guest suite or 2nd master. Call Warren Bingham at 360-770-2421 WRE/Skagit Valley www.WarrenBingham.myWindermere.com

$179,500 The nicest condo you'll find for the price. Deluxe, like new, very light and bright senior (over 55) condo at The Ridge, Maddox Creek. Ground floor corner unit is brightest in the complex, radiant heat. HOA dues $180 (covers water, garbage, maintenance). Close to medical facilities, elevator to underground parking, many walking trails in area, small pets permitted. 2 bedrooms, master has walk-in closet, 1 full bath and 1 ¾ bath with huge shower. Secured entry. 1104 sq. ft. By Owner – 360-629-8426

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PINE CREEK Open House

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY AUG 17 1-4PM 3922 Foxglove Cir Mount Vernon Home on a park-like setting w/expansive views w/hot tub. Desirable area, surrounded by mature landscaping, fruit trees, & year round blossoms. Four spacious beds w/an enormous master suite, family, living, kitchen w/slab granite, & formal dining. Includes wood floors, gas fireplace, three car garage, & covered wrap around deck w/multiple views. Cory Kiehn Keller Williams premiumhomesnw.com 360-441-1760

5 new homes OPEN for viewing! 2310-2607 sq ft. 4 bedrooms plus a bonus room sq ft, 3 car garages. Quality high end finishes. Great room & gas frplc. Open House Friday, 12:00 - 6:00 Sat. & Sun. 1:00 – 4:00 Go to office 3008 Pine Creek Dr. during Open House to view any of the homes! Or call Val Thomas Preview Properties at 360333-0562 to set up an appt. From I-5, E. on College Way, N (left) on N. 30th, 1/4 mi. to Pine Ck.

PINE CREEK Open House

DON'T MISS THIS ONE!!

This spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home has so much to offer including hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, central vacuum, multi-level deck. Enjoy the wonderful valley views from every window. Master with jetted tub & walk-in closet. Kitchen with double oven, gas range, lots of cupboards. Large bonus room with ½ bath, cozy rec room, formal dining. Newer roof and furnace. RV parking. Large backyard. MLS #636507 $399,500. Call Jan Scally to schedule a showing 360421-5160 Brown-McMillen Real Estate

NHN Humphrey Hill Rd. Burlington

For Sale By Owner 1415 Horton Ln. MV $319,000

Don't let this one pass you by.....3 bdrm, 2 bath, addition with 2 unfinished rooms and separate entry, total 2,600 sq. ft., 2 car garage. Private deadend Street. Fully remodeled, new paint, flooring and roof in 2014. 2 acres with partially fenced with apple, plum and cherry trees. Land can be divided or used to build another house. Fully covered back porch and views of mountains. Call Mike 360-420-4413 By appointment only!

Solid 4 bedroom, 2 ½ baths and includes most appliances! Den or 4th bedroom on main level. Master bedroom with full bath and walk-in closet. Attached 2 car garage and extra parking on side of home. Cul-de-sac, fenced back yard, nice views of mountains and close to walking trails. $189,900. MLS# 651379. For more information or to schedule a showing call Jan Scally, 360-421-5160, Brown-McMillen Real Estate.

Samish Island WATERFRONT

10529 Samish Is. Rd. $595,000. 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

Mt Vernon ½ Acre 3232 E. College Way FOR RESULTS Call Tim L. Good 360-708-3828

Morton Ave. Anacortes Lot 4 new rambler models available for pre-sale ranging in size from 1843-2554 sq ft. Stop by the model at 3008 Pine Creek Drive to look at the floor plans! Ramblers have no-step entry! 3-bedrooms and 3 car garages. Quality high end finishes. Great room & gas frplc. Open House Friday 12:00 - 6:00 Sat. & Sun. 1:00 – 4:00

Sedro-Woolley

MLS#655591 $70,000

Or call Val Thomas Preview Properties at 360-333-0562 to set up an appt.

Wonderful building lot with partial view. Close to Skyline with no CC&R's. All city utilities in street. Survey completed. Private dead end street. Enjoy walking trails, sunsets, picnic's in Washington Park all just steps away.

Text: Level, 0.7 acre lot ready to be cleared and your dream home built! Lot Certification, critical areas study, and survey all completed by seller and recorded with the Skagit County Auditor. This property is part of the Samish watershed and is not affected by the current Department of Ecology tribal litigation. You are able to dig a well!

From I-5, E. on College Way, N (left) on N. 30th, 1/4 mi. to Pine Ck.

Karen Petersen 360.202.0643 John L. Scott - Anacortes

Shalyce Pocock 360.421.4407 John L. Scott - Anacortes

MLS # 648979 $ 225,000 4 BD, 1 & ¾ BA, Level lot w/ R-3 Zoning, near Skagit College. Potential uses: Townhomes, Multi-Family, Professional Offices, Daycare and much more... Call Meg 360-419-0101 Northwest Ramblers

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1320 E Fairhaven, Burlington

$185,000 C h a r m i n g rambler offers you 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master suite features a full Danya Wolf bath with jetted- 360-708-8294 tub and walk-in closet and easy access to backyard through a private entry. Home features a fully fenced yard with gardening area. This ranch style home is withing walking distance to Burling City Library, City Park, Medical facility & Elementary School. MLS# 673776

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Saturday, August 16, 10 am-1 pm 16856 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON $298,000 W VIE KE A L

20196 CAVANAUGH COURT, MOUNT VERNON $429,950 W VIE KE A L

XXX STATE ROUTE 9, BIG LAKE KE LA

$95,000

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1601 N WAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON

$ 450,000 1 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON

$45,000

W VIE

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

Two fourplex tracts for $150,000 each and one five plex tract for $175,000.00 Building permit Danya Wolf ready for thirteen (13) units. Or,administrative conditional use 360-708-8294 potential for professional/medical offices. All utilities; includes off-site, fenced storm retention pond. (City sewer,garbage,and drainage district). MLS# 670146

Located just outside the Mount Vernon City limits, this wooded 1 acre plus lot could be a building site for a stick built, modular, or manufactured home, Danya Wolf with plenty of room. Tract has been 360-708-8294 surveyed (LeGro and Associates) and wetlands have been delineated (Oscar Graham and Pat Bunting). 1.27 acres With $10,000.00 down, sellers will consider contract. MLS# 678260

18223 MONTBORNE RD., MOUNT VERNON

23191 STATE ROUTE 9, LAKE MCMURRAY

16805 3RD AVE, LACONNER

$249,900

$479,950

NT RO RF E T WA

W VIE KE A L

$399,500

IEW RV TE A W

Lovely 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with view of Big Lake. Ready for you to move in. Double garage, security system, bath off Master and large JoAnn Boudreau walk-in closet. Gas fireplace at 360-391-0746 the living room on the main floor. Large finished recreation room with storage at the basement. MLS# 622887

4,388 sq.ft home on 5.4 acres with Big Lake view. Priced well below assessed value. Huge Living Room with spectacular view. Large Formal Dining Room. Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983 Tile floors w/radiant heat in Kitchen; breakfast/morning room with lake view. Large family room with wood fireplace. Large 3 car garage with heated shop/office. 12x34 composite deck. 50 yr. Pabco roof and cedar siding. Heat pump ready. Up to 8 livestock allowed. MLS# 626665

Lovely 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on large corner lot with stunning view of Big Lake. Cozy, covered Danya Wolf front porch, low maintenance landscape. Kitchen with granite 360-708-8294 counters. Master with full bath and walk-in closet. Large deck and fenced yard with plenty of room to play or entertain! MLS# 626255

1021 TALCOTT ST

15068 NOOKACHAMPS RD. MOUNT VERNON $398,000

5624 SWIFT CREEK DR, MOUNT VERNON

Well kept owner-occupied duplex. Large Master bedroom upstairs in larger unit. Beautiful garden space with lovely sitting area right out the Dayna Telidetzki back door of the larger unit and right 360-708-8452 off the bedroom from the second unit. Two detached garages; one garage also has a recroom and extra storage. MLS# 663442 + MLS# 672019

One of a kind home in our community w/extensive custom Danya Wolf features. Features include: 14’ vaulted ceilings in living room; 360-708-8294 10’ ceilings throughout; hardwood floors; granite counters; maple cabinets; stainless appl; custom millwork & blinds. Fabulous p.a. system; fully landscaped; 20+ fruit trees, blueberries, grapes, roses, fencing and shop. MLS# 589312

1680SF Legacy two story home offers 3 upstairs bedrooms with 2 bath; plus 1/2 bath downstairs. Beautiful, Shirley Bertholf spacious kitchen offers lots of 360-840-1863 cupboards, generous counter space; Buyers Agent stainless steel appliances, refrigerator negotiable. Extra parking along generous double garage driveway; community park with playground, benches and picnic tables. Not Short Sale! MLS# 648423

Park Ridge home. 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs & Elva Hunter office/den. Hardwood entry. Tile in 360-202-3086 kitchen, dining. View of the valley Spacious 2172 sqft home in private from upstairs master BR suite, lg master double vanity, setting offers 4 bed plus den/office, separate shower, large soaking tub & walk-in closet. Fully 1.75 baths; country kitchen w/ fenced yard w/mature trees, Spanish fountain, patio off pantry; formal dining room; master kitchen & family room, great for back yard enjoyment. w/bath; lg utility rm with sink; deck Dayna Telidetzki Built-in storage in 3 car garage. Close to schools and 360-708-8452 area off den has covered hot tub; 2 medical center and Eaglemont Golf Course just around car garage plus RV parking. MLS# 667921 the corner! MLS# 634986

17706 RAY PAUL LANE, LA CONNER

4900 MONARCH BLVD, MOUNT VERNON

1200 LINCOLN ST. #267, BELLINGHAM

1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

$295,000

$83,900

$242,000

$227,900

$15,000

75 feet of Lake McMurray waterfront. Vaulted ceilings, formal living and dining rooms, Danya Wolf large kitchen with stunning 360-708-8294 view. Daylight basement offers kitchenette and office/library; could easily be separate living area for guests. MLS# 628057

View! View! View! Walk to the beach, tennis courts and picnic Danya Wolf areas as owner has an ownership 360-708-8294 interest in beach front, acreage; and amenities. Fee simple. Owned land. Classic view home has many updates while retaining character of yesteryear. Also has Shop. 2nd building lot possible. MLS# 626221

9277 CLAYBROOK RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

3816 E BROADWAY, MOUNT VERNON

$299,000

$429,000

2600 E DIVISION #69, MOUNT VERNON

$316,000

$19,950

T! ON FR R TE WA

Completely remodeled cabin with beautiful mahogany deck. Suzanne Jenkins Marble countertop. Slate tile and 360-941-2983 hardwood floors. 12x12 newer outbuilding plus 10x10 outbuilding. $7000 lease. 50ft waterfront. MLS# 632639

2688 sq. ft. 3 bdrm, 2.5 Ba home on a corner lot. Upscale neighborhood Sandy Everett w/ trails, sidewalks & play areas in a 360-202-3706 planned development. Everything is close by. Utility room (washer dryer included) & full baths upstairs; bonus room w/ gas fireplace on main floor. Kitchen w/ all stainless appliances w/ a pantry. Double garage MLS #668766

Older manufactured home in good condition and in a lovely setting. Age restriction: at least one person in dwelling must be 55 or older. Pet Shirley Bertholf restrictions: 25 pound maximum, 360-840-1863 dog or cat. This mobile home park is within walking distance of Fred Meyer and other shopping. Beauty shop on premises. New roof within last 4 years. At this price, this home is a steal and won’t last long! MLS # 668394

Spacious, circular drive to patio, Elva Hunter level entry. Quality built & designed 360-202-3086 w/ vaulted ceilings, covered deck. Main master w/ dbl closet/BA & 2 BR/2 BA + office. Down 2 BR/BA, lg fam. rm, could be MIL. Prof. landscaped. RV prkg. Close to Golf, Medical, shy 1 acre. MLS# 524620

2 bdrm doublewide. Convenient kitchen, copper plumbing, kitchen has double stainless steel sink. Storage/pantry (80sqft). built Suzanne Jenkins in buffet and built in bookshelf. 360-941-2983 Covered porch. Newer walk in shower. Corner lot. MLS# 676745

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