Real Estate Weekly | July 27, 2012

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TRENDS: BACK TO THE BIG CITY PAGE 3

RENTING...FOR NOW PAGE 4

THE OLYMPIC EFFECT PAGE 6

19945 PARSON CREEK RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY 98284 Skagit Tradition Realty 3780 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360-424-0300

Agent: Agent: Danya Wolf Suzanne Jenkins 360-708-8294 360-941-2983

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, JULY 28, FROM NOON TO 3:00 P.M. Wonderful 1620 sq. foot home is located in a great area and offers a shop/ garage, a detached studio, generous decking with hot tub; all located on a generous fenced acre. Warm and welcoming entry with lots of storage in home. Kitchen with eating area; large pantry; plus formal dining room. Living room offers free standing propane stove and great entertainment area for music, tv,... Convenient distance yet removed from I-5. MLS#: 334536

FEATURED ARTICLE: THE OLYMPIC EFFECT Ever dream of your city hosting the Olympics? Be careful what you wish for: That dream could turn into a nightmare for homeowners, based on the results of a recent study published by the New York University Schack Institute of Real Estate.

The study disproves the long-held belief that the Olympics are a catalyst for...(cont. on pg. 6)

Q & A: WILL FORECLOSURE LEVELS DECLINE IN 2012 PAGE 7

THE BEST TIME OF YEAR TO FIND BARGAINS PAGE 8-9

CLASSIFIEDS PAGE 10-11

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Trends: Back to the Big City Renting...For Now The Olympic Effect Q&A: Will Foreclosure Levels Decline in 2012 The Best Time of Year to Find Bargains Classifieds

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TRE ND S Back to the BIG City Shifts in U.S. housing demand will likely lead to the re-urbanization of America

says. The first phase would involve clearing out inventory and meeting rental demands.

Young people and immigrants will accelerate the demand for rentals. More than 50 percent of people planning to move in the next year said they want to

By MadhusMita Bora rent. Developers are listening. They will build more multi-story units, while investors The American Dream has always been synonymous with owning a home. But, the economic will buy more foreclosed homes and turn them into rental units. This will help downturn battered the housing market, changing clear the foreclosure inventory and the the industry dynamics.

The market is finally turning around, according to oversupply of existing homes in the market.

Factors such as access to public transportation a study by the nonprofit consumer research firm, Demand Institute, released May 2012. “The Shifting and amenities will also influence home sales.

The size of the American home will shrink. Baby Nature of U.S. Housing Demand” study predicts that forces behind the recovery will move economic Boomers and Americans living on a tight budget are activity (including retail and real estate demand) out expected to downsize.

So the new real estate market will see a of the suburbs and into city neighborhoods. demand for rental properties, smaller The recovery will occur in two phases, the study

homes and for homes in vibrant communities close to local amenities, making the sprawling suburbs less attractive.

These factors, among others, are the reason the report predicts “the center of economic gravity will continue to tilt away from the suburbs and back toward urban areas.

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Conway View Home PRICE REDUCED $437,000 View of Olympics to San Juan Island Beautifully upgraded, Open floor plan in 2600+ Quality finishes everywhere on 1.66 acres. 3 Fireplaces, Master ensuite bath. Entertain inside & out, RV Parking.

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Renting…For Now While more people are opting to rent instead of own, they still plan to buy eventually.

Here’s how to prepare for that day to five years from now say they hope to buy a home then.

It’s fortunate that buying is still favored over renting, since middle class households have traditionally accumulated most of their wealth by building home equity, Zigas says.

That equity wealth is created when owners diligently pay down their mortgages while watching the value of their homes rise. This strategy will still work in years ahead, says Barbara Butrica of The Urban Institute, a nonpartisan research group.

Butrica warns that homeowners shouldn’t expect home prices to make great leaps, but they will keep pace with inflation.

In fact, diligence and patience are what many renters need if they are ever to become homeowners.

Here, a look at what renters can do to prepare for buying later:

consumer education at SmartCredit.com. The full range of FICO scores is 300 to 800.

For some individuals, boosting a score by 50 points might take less than a month; they could simply pay off a credit card balance and see an increased credit score. For those who have a score battered by late or missing payments, it could take years of faithful on-time payments to repair it, Ulzheimer says. sEt up saviNgs Renters trying to accumulate a down payment for a future purchase could be undermined by more immediate spending temptations.

Keep your eye on the prize by attending homebuying classes, suggests Heather Blankenship, program coordinator with Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago. “At the website, www.hud.gov, there’s a list of certified counseling agencies that offer seminars. Most are free, and you can attend as many as you want,” she says.

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ince the housing downturn, the ranks of renters have swelled. Now, slightly more than half of Americans who plan to move in the next two years say they intend to rent, according to a study by the Demand Institute, a nonprofit consumer research organization.

Some are renting because it is the smart thing to do. “If you’re uncertain about your job security, it’s better to rent,” says Barry Zigas, housing expert with the Consumer Federation of America, a consumerinterest group.

Other renters can’t qualify for financing to buy a home, according to the Demand Institute report. But the renting revival looks to be temporary, since some 70 percent of those surveyed who plan to move three

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CoNCENtratE oN CrEdit The Demand Institute study predicts that today’s stringent lending standards will relax somewhat by 2015.

Right now, most borrowers need at least 10 percent of the purchase price as a down payment to get a conventional mortgage, and a FICO credit score above 700, says Keith Gumbinger of HSH Associates, a mortgage research firm.

If standards relax – and Gumbinger isn’t sure they will by 2015 – borrowers may be able to make just a 5 percent down payment, but unless they have a credit score over 700, they probably won’t qualify for a competitive rate offer.

Today, 47 percent of the population has a FICO score under 700, says John Ulzheimer, president of Real estate Weekly

aNaLYzE thE offErs Contracts known as “lease to own” or “rent with option to buy” are gaining popularity, given the number of renters with buying aspirations, notes Chris Kukla, senior counsel for government affairs at the nonprofit Center For Responsible Lending.

He strongly advises renters to take these contracts to an attorney, since some contain significant problems.

For instance, these contracts may require the renter to pay a higher monthly rent, with the extra money going into a fund towards a later purchase.

Among potential pitfalls, the home to be purchased may not have clear title or the renter doesn’t have a realistic chance of getting a mortgage at the end of the option period.

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Charming separate mother-in-law studio. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #273557

14458 BRADSHAW RD, MV $299,950 Very nice 4 bedroom, 1.75 bath rambler with sunroom. Large master. Attached 2 car garage. 900 SF shop with heat & 220.

Located on .66 acre with lovely mature landscaping, fully fenced. Peaceful west side location. Call Alice Hanson at 7708791. #356423 21737 STERLING DR., SDW $327,900 1-level home on 1 acre, 4 bedrooms, den, living & family rooms, formal dining, 2 fireplaces, 3 baths. Court yard with hot tub, tennis court, 2 car attached garage, detached shop & large outbuilding. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #266058 8739 LUSK RD, CNC $349,500 Lovely home in country setting. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, vaulted ceilings & 2100+ SF. Hardwood floors, fireplace & skylights.

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ThE Olympic EffEcT A look back at previous Olympic host cities shows that real estate values don’t necessarily increase after the games.

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ver dream of your city hosting the Olympics? Be careful what you wish for: That dream could turn into a nightmare for homeowners, based on the results of a recent study published by the New York University Schack Institute of Real Estate.

The study disproves the long-held belief that the Olympics are a catalyst for guaranteed urban transformation that results in a positive economic legacy – including a bump in housing values.

Host cities typically experience a bump in construction from infrastructure improvements, Olympic venues and new housing developments. Those changes are expected to push existing housing prices up, but more often than not, the opposite was true in recent years, the NYU study shows.

Three of six Olympic cities (Los Angeles; Calgary, Canada; and Atlanta) experienced a negative impact on residential real estate values following the Olympics. Sydney and Barcelona, Spain, experienced significant positive impacts, while no statistically significant impact was found for Seoul, South

Korea.

“Very little changed in Atlanta after the games,” says Frank Duffy, owner, Duffy Realty of Atlanta, who recalls the 1996 Olympics in his home city. “Much of the housing in and around Turner Field [the Olympic stadium in 1996] and in other downtown venues and near Centennial Park is today way below Olympic build-up pricing, and it is not all due to the recent economic downturn and housing bust.

“Those inner city areas never gained momentum from the [Olympic] games as expected and could not sustain the growth and continued development after the conclusion of the games,” he says.

Duffy says that in some Olympics, tax revenue is required to support and fund the games, which results in property tax hikes or special assessments levied against people who own property in the Olympic footprint to cover the cost of infrastructure. That becomes a

direct burden to properties, especially those adjacent to the venues.

If your city is ever in the running as a future Olympic games host, Duffy recommends to take it in stride.

“The individual homeowner, unless concerned and banded together with likeminded property owners during referendum elections, has very little control over whether his city will seek, covet and hold an Olympic games,” he says. – Erik J. Martin

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WILL fORECLOSURE LEvELS dECLINE IN 2012 QUESTION: the last few years have been pretty rough in real estate. Will foreclosure levels decline in 2012, causing home values to rise nationwide?

ANSWER: the mortgage meltdown really has had three phases. During the period from 2000 to 2007, the country originated millions of “nontraditional” mortgages, such as option adjustable rate mortgages, interest-only loans and mortgages with no-doc loan applications. the second phase took place from roughly 2007 until now. While we’re no longer originating

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toxic mortgages, we’re paying the price for the inappropriate lending practices seen in the first phase.

Now we have the potential for a new phase in the mortgage crisis. Mortgage rates are near historic lows, home prices are down more than 19 percent since 2007 and we have a growing population with relatively little new home construction. this ought to be a great formula for rising home prices, but that’s not the case. the problem is that we have millions of homes that face foreclosure and huge numbers of lenderowned properties from recent foreclosures. this “shadow” inventory of distressed and discounted homes is the major factor that prevents increasing home values in most markets. Until these properties are sold off, rented or in some cases bulldozed, there will be too much supply in the marketplace and therefore little incentive to push up prices. local markets now reflect these realities. For instance, the National association of Realtors

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By Peter G. Miller

reports that in the fourth quarter of 2012, existing home values increased in 29 major markets – but fell in 118 metro areas.

Price figures would likely be even lower if we had more foreclosures, however, foreclosure filings have slowed since late 2010 when the robo-signing scandal became public. It’s not that there are fewer foreclosures today because the economy is vastly better, but rather, we have fewer foreclosures because the system has stalled in many states. Once the foreclosure system opens up again, the number of foreclosures will increase as lenders process a backlog of distressed properties. then – only after the shadow inventory has been seriously reduced – can we begin to consider the possibility of higher home prices nationwide.

Fantastic farm style home #363644 • $399,000 RAMBLER… in established neighborhood, vaulted ceilings, frpl w/2 sides, kitchen w/center island. 3 Br, 1.75 Ba, living/dining rm. Fenced backyard. $224,000. #375083

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Trumpeter Neighborhood #348048 • $195,000

This home is located in the beautiful Trumpeter neighborhood. Wonderful 4 bedroom 1 3/4 bath house sits on a quiet cul-de-sac and features a fully fenced backyard with fruit trees and raised bed garden and deck for entertaining. Terrific location near schools, shops and minutes from I-5, don’t miss this great home!

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Gorgeous 2 story home custom built on 2 acres on Samish Island. This home 3400+sqft home features 3brm 2.5bth and was designed for entertaining.

Open floor plan with gourmet kitchen & huge living space overlook Padilla bay, Olympic Mountains, and features cement counters and rock fireplace. Huge Trex Deck runs full length of the house! Lower level features 2 bedrooms family room bath and utility shop & 2 car garage. Fully fenced & gated, gardens, fruit trees. 1550sqft of cement flr storage

This is a very outstanding home in one of Washington’s finest retirement communities. Large open floor plan features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths (one in master bedroom) large living room family room and 1 car garage.

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Affordable Glenhaven Home 1968 Single wide with brand new carpets, kitchen cabinets and electrical panel. This property is wooded with several small sheds in the wonderful Glenhaven community with access to Glenhaven Pool and amenities.

This wonderfully finished 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home is set on a quiet cul-de-sac in Mount Vernon. This 6 year old home features an open floor plan, private setting, detached garage with covered breezeway, many upgrades throughout. Large open kitchen has ample custom detailed oak cabinets, stainless steel appliances and Corian counter tops. Main floor features a mix of hard wood floors as well as high ceiling. Master features private bath and huge walkin. Approved Short sale at this price!!!

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The besT time of year to find bargains

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he savvy shopper knows there is no reason to pay full price if you don’t have to. Timing is everything when bargain hunting, and with a little patience, most people can find deep discounts on items that might have broken the bank just a few weeks prior.

Shopping with coupons often requires clipping the coupon and then trying to match it up with a discounted price being offered by the store to maximize your savings. All of this has to be done prior to the coupon’s expiration date. Many veteran bargain hunters prefer to shop seasonally, instead. This means waiting until stores put items on clearance or run large sales.

Knowing the best times to buy certain products can save consumers hundreds or even thousands of dollars over the course of a year. The following is a list of items and the seasons during which those types of items are most likely to be sold at a discount. appLiaNCEs The new models for most appliances arrive in the autumn. Therefore, most retailers are looking to clear out older inventory over the winter. Between October and January, expect to find deep discounts on major appliances. If shoppers can wait to replace an older unit, they will be rewarded with very good prices.

CarpEt aNd fLooriNg Prior to the holiday season, many homeowners are busy making home improvements so their home is welcoming and pristine for visiting guests. After the holidays end, however, such DIY projects often get placed on the back burner.

To boost activity, home improvement stores usually cut prices on carpet and flooring during the month of January. furNiturE Although furniture is usually updated in stores biannually, many furniture retailers also run sales close to major holidays. Independence Day and the rest of July is

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Boats There are those who argue that the best deals are had at area boat shows, others recommend visiting dealerships between January and March to get last year’s models as boat retailers are making room for new inventory. gardEN tooLs Many homeowners still may be cleaning up from winter storms and shoveling snow, those who want to get ready for spring can go shopping for garden tools in March.

ELECtroNiCs Economists urge American and Canadian consumers to purchase major electronics in the spring, notably April. This is when the Japanese fiscal year ends, and many Japanese companies coincide the release of new models at this time of year. Therefore, older models might be slashed in price. Those interested in a computer may want to wait until August, when stores cut prices to coincide with back-to-school season. Shoppers interested in televisions should do their shopping in January, when products are discounted prior to the Super Bowl. autoMoBiLEs Consumers interested in purchasing previously owned cars can shop in April. For those who are waiting to purchase a new vehicle, October is the best time to buy because this is when dealerships receive new inventory and are looking to clear out last year’s models. suMMEr sEasoNaL produCts Lawnmowers, air conditioners, patio furniture and pool equipment typically go on sale around September and October. Stores are switching over to their fall merchandise and are looking to clear out any remnants of summertime, even if the weather is still quite warm. Some stores do this as early as August, when

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they are already getting ready to make room for Halloween and Christmas displays. swiMsuits Swimsuits go on sale in August to make room for fall accessories. Although some people will argue there is never a good time to go bathing suit shopping, if a good price is a requirement, then August is the time to do so. wEddiNgs It is well-known that the summer months are peak times for weddings -and expensive prices. Budget-conscious couples can consider a November wedding, where costs may be much less and vendors not in much demand.

Try to have the wedding prior to the holiday season, when catering halls start booking rooms for Christmas parties.

Knowing when to buy items during the year can add up to considerable savings.

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2 bdrm, 1 ba, $760/mo. Near Skyline, Anac. shown by appt only.

Garden apt. with water views, 360-755-0125 1 bdrm/ba, shared laundry, 2+ bdrm, 1 ba, gas heat, all utils. incl. 360-675-3111 applcs., W/S/G NOT incl.

Anac. with view of Fidalgo WOODLAND APTS Bay. $1000/mo. $1000/dep.

1, 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts 360-293-1266.

2 x 1 ½ Town homes Covered Parking 3 bdrm, 2 ba, 2 story, apComplete Appliance Pkgs prox. 1800 sq. ft. Lrg carport, Sport Courts / Playgrounds deck. Credit req'd. $1175, 1st, Pet Friendly last & dep. 445-4317 Call Today! 360-856-4803 Anac. 3 bdrm, 2.5 ba, near schools, fenced yard, many 1 and 2 bdrm apts. upgrades, hot tub, some pets 2 bdrm townhouses. ok. $1500/mo. 360-708-8872.

W/S/G pd. No dogs.

Call for details, 360-856-6652

Anac., 2 bdrm, 2 ba house, view overlooking bay, lrg. deck, lrg. garden area, 1 BDRM upstairs apt., close $1100/mo. 360-941-2711 or to bus stop & shopping. 360-941-0439 W/S/G pd. Private entrance MV newer 3 bdrm, 2 ba, w/deck. 428-5087 1ST MO. FREE! 1, 2 & 3 garage, fenced yd, no pets/ bdrm, MV, near college, on- smoke $1195 360-293-5731 site laundry, reserved parking. W/S/G pd. Qualify today!

Move in tomorrow! 428-3887 2 Bdrm, MV, W/S/G pd.

College Way & 19th. $725/mo. 360-424-6757 BRAND NEW 3 bdrm townhomes. MV close to college, attached 1 car garage, D/W, W/D hookups, no smoke. $861/mo. W/S/G pd. Affordable housing, Income qualifications req'd. 360-424-3596.

Brand new 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, 1000 Fruitdale, S.W. Credit check. $1,250. 757-1705 NO HIDDEN FEES! Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 Norris Place 757-3060 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts.

Affordable. Section 8 okay.

Waterfront Samish Island Large 1 bdrm, utilities & washer dryer incl. $750/mo. $300 security dep. Call 7664012 or 808-285-8316 (cell)

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

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MV/Big Lake, lakefront with dock, 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, $1250, 1 year lease. 360-679-3355 RENTALS AVAILABLE $1000 & up! (360)391-3268 www.previewskagit.com/

2 Bdrm MV, 1 Ba, gas heat, W/S/G pd., carport, no dogs, $710, 1st, last, dep. 770-4159 2 bdrm, 1 ba, wood stove, carport, W/D, very clean. No pets/smoke. $750. 856-5411 S.W. duplex, 2 Bdrm, 2 Ba, garage, fireplace, W/D. No smoke/pets, $900/mo. 360708-0316 or 360-856-4172.

½ off first months rent2 Bdrm, 2 Ba, S.W. W/D, gas heat, approx. 1100 sf., lrg. closets, built in storage, upstairs unit, $850/mo. Piazza Property Mgmt., 360424-7368

Big Lake waterview RV space. $300.

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Ask us about our month to month townhouses: Stanwood Villa, 2 Bdrm, 1 ½ Ba, approx. 1100 sq. ft., stove, refer, d/w, laundry hookups, $795 + dep. 360629-0118 or 888-653-8065

Fidalgo Bay, an estate community. Desirable gated entry for your security and privacy. Build on lot 3 Cox Lane. This 2 acre 260x330 M/Less parcel offers paved road, water, and utilities. Perk test recorded with Skagit County. Developed around old growth with wildlife and natural habitat. Private community park with BBQ. Pond. Picnic area and garden. Trails adjoin 1200 acres of Anacortes park land and Whistle Lake. FSBO offered at $145,000. Call 360-2935665.

MADDOX CREEK CONDOS Must See! 3 bdrms, 2 car garage, W/D hookup, gas fireplace, great location.

Move in special, call today!

Starting at $1275/mo.

W/S/G pd. 360-757-2149

Approx. 3 acres of pasture for rent, $50 per mo. SedroWoolley next to riding club.

360-724-3704

ANACORTES Quiet 2 bdrm condo, 1 ba, fireplace, upper unit, decks front & back, very nice, $950. W/S/G pd. Walk to town, hospital, markets, marinas, 1615 17th & M. No pets/smoke. 360-293-1252

Brand New 0 Down Homes!

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1977 Broadmore 14x68 Mobile Home, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, gas heat & water, $12,000. 55 plus park, Evergreen Mobile, 2210 Hwy 99 S, Space 15, Mount Vernon. Call 360-424-5133.

For Sale 1971 Marlette 20x60, 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, $15,000. 55+ park, Evergreen Mobile, 2210 Hwy 99 So. Space #19, Mount Vernon. Call Sharon, 360-428-1804.

URGENT: Need to sell your preowned manufactured home? We have buyers and financing available for up to 20 year old homes.

We move re-set and transport homes, along with total site preparation. Manufactured Housing Resource 360-855-2214 Office.

805 MCLEAN DRIVE SEDRO-WOOLLEY $249,900

OPEN HOUSE SAT., JULY 28, 2:00-4:00 Beautifully cared for 2400 SF home w/ lrg landscaped yard on Duke's Hill. Home features gorgeous woodwork, lrg picture windows & gas frplc. Master bdrm on main floor. Living rm & dining rm opens onto deck.

Daylight basement has 3rd bdrm & full MIL suite with kitchen & fireplace. Garden with shed, & shop too!

MLS# 370104 Call Cindy Sullivan, (360)941-9443 Windermere Real Estate/ Skagit Valley

Place your real estate for sale ad for Professional, medical, dental office space for lease or sale, 1500 sq. ft., near Island Hospital in Ancortes. (360) 293-6998

7 days for $33 14 days for $55 30 days for $89 4” maximum length.

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LAKE AND MOUNTAIN VIEW CABIN Must see to appreciate view. 32ft. with 3ft x 12ft. slide. All floors refinished with wood laminate. 10x10 ft added on den. 10 x 20ft. deck. All structures covered by additional roof. 2 pools & hot tubs & many other amenities. Call 360319-1250

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Prime Location at 1200 Riverside Dr. Reduced price! $279,000. Paved 21,780 square feet sales lot with lights,signs and ready to go on busy Riverside Dr. Over 2000 sq ft building with offices, shop, lobby area, bathroom, attic storage area. Large shop door with garage door opener.

Upstairs office has view of entire sale lot. Land Use (550) Retail/Auto/Tires/ Marinecraft/Aircraft & Access. Neighborhood (6R9) Auto Sales/Service Facilities.

Reduced Price $279,000. Contact: Terry Minor Email: terrycm@isomedia.com. 360-428-5040 Website with photos: http://cmrvs.com/cmsale

Marvelous home for entertaining in "Old Town" Anacortes.

Views of Guemes Channel; 4 bdrm, 2 ¾ baths; Wolf cooktop, Subzero refrig, fine wood oak cabinets with granite; 4 landscaped lots on corner with paved alley; Must see to appreciate. Appointments only. 2102 10th Street, Anacortes $639,000 (360) 293-5409 or (360) 770-4334.

BURLINGTON HILL EXECUTIVE HOME $339,000.

Views! - Views! - Views!!

2332 sq ft. - 3 bedroom, 2 baths, den, one level.

Executive craftsman style luxury home on Burlington hill with sweeping valley views. Dramatic entry hall.

Brazilian cherry wood floors. Open floor plan w/great room & gas fireplace. Formal & informal dining. Huge open kitchen with granite countertops.

Elegant master suite with sitting room, onsuite bath w/travertine stone, large oval tub, shower, walk in closet & enclosed water closet. Two additional large bdrms. Panaramic views from most every room in home, plus front sitting porch & deck off of informal dining. Home situated on nearly half acre with very minimal yard care. great custom home with all the upgrades at a dramatically reduced price of $339,000. By owner. Call 360-770-8716 for showing today!!

Private oasis of patios, walks, rocks & pond, exotic trees, shrubs and an incredible view.

2340 sq. ft. 3 bdrm, 2 ½ ba home with natural and pleasing colors and design.

Large corner lot, close to all amenities.

A SPECIAL FIND!!!!!

By owner, 360-424-6786 $359,000 627 Waugh Rd., MV

HUNGER BLOGS, TOO.

OPEN HOUSE Sun., 12 to 4PM

FOR SALE BY OWNER 3 bdrm, 2 full baths, master has huge beautiful tub with beautiful ceilings. Triple wide mobile in 55+ Bayview Mobile Home Court. Cats ok. On large lot. $75,000. As is. Call for appt, 360-757-4947

MOTIVATED SELLER Price reduced over $40,000!

Find your bargain today!

Turn-key home built in 1926 w/many updates. 3 bdrms w/fireplace plus remodeled kitchen & bath.

Finished basement w/separate access, 2nd kitchen, family room & 2nd bath.

NOW ONLY $208,900!

Chris Weitzel 360-312-5151 RE/MAX Whatcom County

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It’s easy to place an ad or find the items you want, and it’s used by hundreds of area shoppers every day.

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4 XXX GOLDEN VIEW AVE, LA CONNER $249,000

3 STARVATION RIDGE LANE, BAYVIEW $249,000 Perfect Location. Perfect View.

Perfect ambiance. 2.5 acre parcel near Bayview sets nicely back from and above the bay to afford the maximum view of the water and mountains. Power, cable, PUD water, and phone lines to tract. MLS# 347366 Danya Wolf

180 plus degree view of Saratoga Passage, islands, and incredible sunsets.

82 feet of sandy beach waterfront, ready for your dream home! Sloped lot with fabulous view and sandy beach below Madrona trees. 0.435 acre (18,960 square feet) Water and electricity available.

Ron Proctor MLS#347364 360-333-0303

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23191 STATE ROUTE 9, LAKE MCMURRAY $489,000 Beautifully appointed, custom home offers lots of light, amazing views, and unique park-like approach. Dock and boat launch. 75 feet of Lake McMurray waterfront. This 4 bdrm home features vaulted ceilings, formal living and dining rooms, and large kitchen with stunning view.

Daylight basement offers kitchenette and office/library; could easily be a separate living area for guests. 726 sq.ft. garage and lots of parking. Danya Wolf MLS#236420 360-708-8294

60375 STATE ROUTE 20, MARBLEMOUNT $189,500 Equestrian delight! Fenced and cross fenced. Custom features added to this well maintained home, including quasi junior master bedroom which is handicap friendly.

Breath taking views of hills & mountains; generous decking; garden space; fruit trees; berries; pasture; arena; some woods; carport; garage/shop; barn; stables for four (4) lucky horses;cedar trees provide privacy to the east. Woods to the north. Home offers custom woodworking & trim;beautiful rock inlay Danya Wolf hearth for Lopi wood stove. MLS# 386459 360-708-8294

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1520 MEADOWLARK LANE, MOUNT VERNON $650,000 2721 FIRWOOD LANE #128, MOUNT VERNON $105,000

46737 BAKER LP, CONCRETE

Beautiful, spacious, striking custom design by Ladies Home Journal architectural editor. Many custom built-ins; with each room a generous size. Three bedrooms, two family rooms, a den; each which could provide additional bedrooms.

Two natural gas log fireplaces. Lots of light! One room in particular is full of windows. From this room one steps out onto expansive decking with beautiful views of the estate. Perfect for horses.

2.66 acres or offer w/o acreage. Buyer has option Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 to divide property. .MLS#347359

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath condominium with newer carpeting, laminate flooring and one car garage. This nicely decorated condominium is part of the North Ridge Condominium community. Amenities include tennis court, racket ball court & pool access.

SHORT SALE. MLS#347369

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Enjoy eagle watching and outstanding Mount Baker & Skagit River views from your living area and attached deck. Quality, newer floor coverings & open kitchen/living area with a cozy wood stove, make this a perfect year-around retreat. All appliances stay and a propane hook-up is existing. The separate cabin is plumbed and wired. Like the main home, it has electric heat & a wood stove for cooler nights.

Plenty of parking & a great yard completes Sandy Everett your private “corner of Paradise.” MLS#347825 360-202-3706

This huge, modern, remodeled triple-wide is located on a private .89 acre cleared lot, backed by trees. New floor coverings & paint are found throughout. The ground area around the home has been freshly graveled & a new deck & porch will be finished soon. The 25’X17” living room complements the 4 spacious bedrooms & 2 full baths. The kitchen boasts newer appliances, tiled counter tops, an eating area & skylight. The bonus room, off the kitchen, Sandy Everett provides a separate informal area. MLS#369412 360-202-3706

OERTEL DR, BLAINE

1100 N 12TH ST, MOUNT VERNON

$177,000

18923 PETER JOHNSON RD, MOUNT VERNON $72,000

22359 AMICK RD, MOUNT VERNON

Here is an opportunity to own a very popular & thriving luncheon cafe located inside a retail garden nursery. The Garden Cafe has seen an increase in business each of the 4 years of current ownership. MLS#189350

Beautiful two-story home on 4.5 private acres only 8 min. from I5. This custom home features a newly remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, slate floors and premium appliances.

The fully finished daylight basement is ideal for entertaining with its spacious game and media rooms. Radiant floor heat provides clean, comfortable and even heating throughout. Enjoy serene evening territorial views from the wraparound deck’s gazebo while watching the horses Russ Lanker graze in fully fenced pastures!. MLS#373109 360-708-1117

Beautiful low bank 50’ waterfront lot.

Spectacular sunsets and views of the Straits of Georgia and White Rock. Great crabbing and clamming. Just the place for your dream home on Semiahmoo Bay. MLS#375264

$399,900

Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983

This Mount Vernon home has it all. Four bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a beautifully landscaped yard with large evergeen trees, fully fenced. The house has natural gas, forced air heat. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet. There is a nice deck off of the dining room. All appliances stay. The house is located on a cul-de-sac and Suzanne Jenkins is minutes from I-5.. MLS#350041 360-941-2983

360.424.0300 or 360.853.8888 or 800.697.4118

$89,950

Chris Miller 360-333-1868

28260 LAKE CAVANAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON $189,900

$525,000

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

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