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THE NEW FOCUS ON HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS P. 4

Q & A: ASK OUR BROKER P. 5

EMOTION PLAYING A LARGER ROLE IN SELLING A HOME P. 9

FEATURE HOME: 3471 Renee Drive, Sedro-Woolley Deborah McNeal – Windermere/North Cascades

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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

D CE DU E R OPEN HOUSE: SAT, JUNE 20TH, 1-3PM 7006 Steelhead Lane, Burlington $224,900 Dir: From Old Hwy 99, W. on Fisherman’s Lp, N. on Steelhead Ln. Terrific low bank riverfront home. Peaceful & private location. Fantastic great room w/lg. deck overlooking Samish River. Updated roof, windows, new carpet & paint. Tons of storage & room for nice RV under carport. Park-like yard has lots of privacy from street. MLS #705750 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Mount Vernon $139,500 Condo in desirable “The Ridge”. 55+ development w/elevators. 1 BR, 1 BA, 700 sq. ft. Eating bar w/granite counter. Radiant floor heat. Security entrance & gated parking. MLS #763985 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

Mount Vernon $152,000 Unobstructed South-Southwest views of Olympic Mtns, Skagit Bay & farmlands. East side borders Little Mtn. Park. Property ready for building permit. All utilities paid for & installed to building site. Approved 3 BR septic. MLS #743621 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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Mount Vernon $229,000 Very efficient 3 BR, 2 BA floor plan. Lg. 616 SF finished garage w/rm. for a shop/workout area. Wheel chair accessible. Gas heat and air conditioning. Low maintenance yard. All appliances, including washer/dryer. MLS #779690 Call Kirk, 770-7470

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Sedro-Woolley $229,950 Private & peaceful setting. 5 level & usable acres w/a 1788 SF home. 3+ BR, 2 BA. Well maintained home. Fruit trees, blueberries, huckleberries. Country setting but less than 10 min. to I-5. MLS #795504 Call Ron, 333-1045

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

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La Conner $165,000 Great Shelter Bay location. Updated kitchen, lots of light. 3 BR, 1 ½ BA, approx 1550 sq. ft. Nice patio above garage, large lot. MLS #801771 Call Ivana, 770-3550

Sedro-Woolley $184,900 Well maintained rambler. 1500 SF, 3 BR, 1.5 BA. Located on a .2 acre lot. 2+ car detached garage. Close to schools, parks & more. Great neighborhood, don’t miss out! MLS #804435 Call Mike, 540-1341

Mount Vernon $575,000 This is lake living! 60 ft. on lake front. Large 3 BR house. In floor heating thru-out. Central vacuuming, security system, surround sound & more. RV hook up, 3 bay garage w/11 ft. doors. Many upgrades! MLS #770016 Call Corinne, 202-2397

Bow $657,000 Beautiful 2976 SF classic home w/5 BR & 2.5 BA. Registered historic Dutch Gambrel barn. Breathtaking mtn. & field views. Fenced & cross fenced, 5+ stalls, shop & greenhouse. Outdoor covered entertainment & BBQ area. Hardwood decks, 2 car garage. MLS #783703 & MLS #800541 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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Mount Vernon $249,950 Wonderful home located at the end of a cul-de-sac. 4 BR, 2 BA, 2105 SF. Huge yard w/nice garden space. Great deck. Updated roof, windows & siding. MLS #801406 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

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Expansive views of Lake Whatcom on 5 acres. Spectacular home with all the amenities & high-end appliances you would expect, recently updated including the new hot tub. Sunny downstairs is great for entertaining or guest quarters. 4 bay 60x40 shop has upstairs 1200 SF Apt that is framed, wired & plumbed. Garage has dog wash station & dog kennel. This property has so many uses, including room for your horse. Just 10 mins from I-5. MLS# 777036

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MONEY MAKER..37.4 acres near Alger w/3BR home & outbuildings. Potential to Short Plat into 4 to 7 lots. $399,500. #790170 GORGEOUS VIEW OF CLEAR LAKE..beautiful home,shop w/studio on 2.5 acres. Spacious great rm w/vaulted ceiling, lots of nat’l light, cherry hardwoods, kitchen w/granite, new stainless appl. & more. $595.000. #792485 GREAT 1ST STREET COMMERCIAL LOCATION in Mt Vernon, 2 story bldg. In excellent condition. Separate entrances allow multiple tenants extra storage space. $430,000. #658726 PARK LIKE SETTING..Beautiful 3 Br, 2872 sf Rambler on private 1 1/2 acres. Huge family room, lovely & spacious living/dining rm, 2 car garage. $325,000. #576444 WATERFRONT LOT..on beautiful Big Lake,290’WF.Includes home plans & bldg permit. All utilities in Street. Sunny side of lake. Possible owner terms. $375,000. #480557

Jodi Dynes Terri Heyntsen Holly Hilts

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CLOSE TO EVERYTHING..one level, cul-de-sac location w/3 Br., 1.75 Ba., gas heat wood burning frpl & easy care laminate floors. 2 upgradad Baths, jacuzzi tub, newer fenced backyard. $239,500. #784879 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY..comm’l prime location. 8 small tenants. Property is subdivided just under 10,000sf of rental & 52 parking spaces. Contact agent w/questions. #660649 $1,000,000. BUILDING LOT IN MT. VERNON..South end of Mt Vernon, Lg private lot at end of road. $49,000. #694415 COMMERCIAL SITE..in excellent Mount Vernon location, paved street w/all utilities available and drainage installed. $437,000 #676549 LARGE SWAMP..right in the middle of this 13.77 acre property near Kayak Golf Course. A real bargain at $49,500. #733011

Tim Reichert Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman

391-5587 202-2859 661-0145

EAGLEMONT LIVING..3 Br., 2 Ba., Rambler in a quiet culde-sac. Great backyard,ceramic tile floors, open kitchen design, granite counters to family rm, tons of custom cabinets & more. $379,000. #781629 BUILDING LOT..shy half acre in Sedro Woolley city limits. Utilities in street, some marketable trees. Lot line adjustment is all that is needed to turn parcel into 2 lots.$75,000. #576834 UNBELIEVABLE BARGAIN..for 60 acres of Timberland just 3 miles east of Sedro Woolley. $89,500.#600933 A HOME YOU’LL BE PROUD TO OWN..on the first fairway of Skagit Golf & Country Club, 3 Br., 2 1/2 Ba., formal living/dining rm w/gas frpl.&,fam. rm hs vaulted ceiling, private patio. $325,000. #773230 DUPLEX LOTS IN BURLINGTON..very nice 2 lots to build your own Duplex. Lot 2 & 3. $69,000. #694493

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MV HILL,OVER 1/2 ACRE..and Duplex, room for another is over 5 ac,. is located close to hospital up Mt Vernon hill, Medical type businesses suround the property. $349,500. #760295 LARGE MOUNT VERNON LOT!..edge of town living off Francis Rd., .32 ac lot has Sound and Island views to enjoy with your new home. $78,000. #709836 BUILT AS A B&B..4.87 acres fully fenced, beautifully maintained, ready for animals, 36X32 barn & outbuildings. Home or Lodge has 5 Br, mstr on main + 2 other sleeping rooms. Great price $585,000. #735543 17 ACRES..just 6 miles from Mt. Vernon w/public water & wonderful valley & mtn views.$239,500. #594939 THIS IS A BEAUTY..home features custom upgrades. Granite, cherry cabinets, stainless appl. Hardwood, tile, lg. detached garage/shop. Located just outside SW. $339,950. #790860

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THE NEW FOCUS ON HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS

Health-and-wellness attributes have become some of the most-desired features for Americans today. Here’s what to look for in your neighborhood.

mericans look for a lot of valued amenities in the neighborhoods they choose to live in, from safe streets to a convenient Starbucks on the corner. But when asked to prioritize the community attributes most important to them when deciding where to live, most people rank healthy and green features over any others, according to a new report. The Urban Land Institute’s “America in 2015” report, published in May 2015, surveyed 1,200 American adults to gauge the desire for and availability of community attributes and livability. According to the survey, Americans’ “top” or “high” priorities for community attributes: 4

• Quality of the environment (air and water) – 87 percent • Access to fresh/ health food – 73 percent • Green space/access to parks – 55 percent Other attributes that made the list include family and friends and space between neighbors (53 percent each), walkability and health care (50 percent each), shopping and entertainment (42 percent), and convenient public transit (32 percent). Timothy Frie, co-owner/ real estate associate with a brokerage in Tampa, Florida, was surprised by the study’s findings, particularly the high priority given to healthy and green features. “I believe people are

valuing these factors so highly as a result of the surge of education and media that revolves around health and wellness over the past decade or so,” Frie says. “In the previous century, I doubt people were as concerned with the environmental quality of their neighborhood. But now that we know we can positively impact our environment and our food can be healthier, we want to be a part of it.” Diana Pittro, executive vice president with a management corporation in Chicago, says she was surprised by the number of people who didn’t consider access to public transportation a top priority. “Nevertheless, people today are more focused

on both their health and the environment, so they seek these attributes because it is indicative of the overall quality of the community” Pittro says. The report’s results reflect a changing society comprised of Americans who want to feel more connected to their environment, neighbors and food, says Denise Pajak, a mortgage banker in Decatur, Georgia. “People today are in tune with core values of what makes a healthy life,” Pajak says. “Despite our dependence on technology, we actually want to be around other people in a clean, energetic, beautiful environment. The outdoors are in, and this is reflected in home buying and rental

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choices,” Pajak says. While it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to find and enjoy all these features in a single neighborhood, subdivision, or development upon day one of moving in, it is realistic to believe that your chosen community can eventually become the ideal locality you desire, says Judd Bobilin, president/CEO of an Atlanta-based developer. “All it takes is some involvement from the neighborhood and patience,” adds Bobilin, who cites influences like Small Towns, a nonprofit group fostering stronger communities, and books like “The Great Good Place” as helping to fuel the green community trend. In addition to desired attributes from the report,

Frie recommends also seeking a community that offers: • Close proximity to police and medical care so that help can arrive quickly in an emergency. • A homeowner’s association, which can better ensure that your neighborhood stays clean, green, healthy and safe by enforcing residential rules. • Future plans for the area. “Just because a community is great now doesn’t mean it’s going to be great in five years,” Frie says. “A real estate agent should be able to direct you to local resources that publish plans for future developments or changes.” June 19, 2015

FLIPPING BACK IN FASHION? Question: Home prices in our area have been on this rise. Does this mean real estate flipping will make a comeback? If so, will buyers be able to purchase using Federal Housing Administration loans?

Answer: There always has been real estate flipping – the purchase and quick resale of a property. This is no different than flipping stocks or bonds. Some number of flips have been tainted with falsified appraisal and loan applications, often, if not usually, without the knowledge of the buyer. These illegal flips routinely wind up in foreclosure, and that’s a problem for the FHA program. The reason is that the FHA is an insurance plan, so if a loan goes bad the FHA pays loss claims from lenders. In an effort to control losses from illegal flipping, the Department of Housing and Urban Development

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moved in 2003 to limit such transactions with what is now generally known as the “HUD rule.” In essence, the rule said that FHA mortgages could not be used to finance a real estate sale where the property had been re-sold during the past 90 days. Many lenders and investors in the private sector adopted the same rule. Unfortunately, the 2003 rule was too broad. As a result HUD carved out exceptions for such things as real estate inheritances, foreclosures and markets where a presidential disaster area had been declared. However, the rule hit legitimate flippers, including rehabbers with the ability to quickly buy and refurbish homes. In 2010 – and with a need to re-start the housing sector – HUD waived its anti-flipping rule, meaning FHA financing was available to buyers of flipped homes. This did not mean anyone could get a mortgage or that a mortgage would be automatically granted. Instead, it meant that with an armslength transaction, an appraisal and a verified and documented loan application a qualified borrower could get FHA financing even if a home had recently been resold. Apparently the housing sector is now back on its feet. Starting June 15, 2015, HUD again is bringing

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back the 90-day rule. Unlike the 2003 rule, HUD is including exceptions in the new standard for such situations as properties acquired by inheritance, government sales, sales by nonprofit organizations and properties acquired by a relocation service for resale. In addition, HUD requires two appraisals for FHA financing if the property is resold between 91 and 180 days and “the resale price is 100-percent or more over the price paid by the seller to acquire the property.” If an exception can be carved out for profit-making relocation services, why not for rehabbers or – indeed – anyone? Unlike 2003, when no-doc loan applications and toxic mortgages were widely marketed, in today’s world we have tough new lending and underwriting standards that make it difficult to see why HUD onceagain needs the 90-day rule.

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$205,000

Mount Vernon Hill home, 3 bdrms, remodeled kitchen & bath. Large open living & dining room, several built ins, high ceilings, wide trim, country style front porch & covered utility/mud room. Close to High School, YMCA, medical district & I-5. Fenced back yard, custom made chicken coup & large garage. Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #764196

22893 COMMERCIAL ST, LAKE MCMURRAY

$237,950

Beautiful 1 level home offering a great floor plan, 2400+ SF coffered & vaulted ceilings, french doors, open floor plan, lg. master suite. Plenty of natural lighting & spacious rooms with a huge kitchen for entertaining, bonus room. Outbuilding & a gorgeous yard, covered front porch views towards Lake McMurray. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #781927 NEW

5 QUINAULT WAY, LACONNER

309,000

Excellent Shelter Bay 1-level home! This great floor plan has lots of natural light, accenting the Brazilian cherry floors. Spacious living room with built-in window bench & freestanding stove. The sunny kitchen is complemented by the built-in breakfast nook. A private back yard & deck. Brand new roof & heat-pump/ AC. More info & photos at www.SkagitValleyHomes. com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #788312

12839 EAGLE DR, BURLINGTON

427 BARRY LP, MV

1628 SF Rambler with 4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths in Monte Vista Terrace. Large living rooms and kitchen. Enjoy .4 acres with refreshing valley views. Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-2026 or Travis Miller, 420-7291 #803965

$362,000

$373,900

Hilltop 4,052 sq. ft. home, 5 bdrm, 2.5 bath, gourmet kitchen w/granite, butler’s pantry w/sink & wine cooler, oversized Master Suite w/his & her walk thru closets. Huge upper bonus room. Covered patio has gas frpl, wired for TV. Fruit trees, fenced. Call Warren Bingham, 770-2421 #787150

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$259,900

Cul-de-sac hilltop living in this 2086 SF, 4 bed, 2.5 bath home. Enjoy the gas fireplace in comfortable living room with French doors that open to patio & fenced backyard. Kitchen is open to dining area. Call Warren Bingham, 770-2421 #795734

49447 SKAGIT RIDGE RD, CONCRETE

$289,900

Charming river front cabin with guest cottage. 2 beds/1.5baths, over 1300sqft of cozy awaits. Gorgeous views of Sauk Mtn. Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 or Travis Miller, 420-7291 #766400

4001 MONTGOMERY CT, MV

$379,900

Mini estate style residence located in the coveted Park Crest Community. Traditional plan offers 2178 SF of living, 4 bedrooms & 2.5 baths. Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 or Travis Miller, 420-7291 #792370

18429 W BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

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$317,000

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

$255,000

$469,900

NO BANK WATERFRONT, 140 feet of Big Lake frontage offering spectacular lake, mountain & golf course views. Approx. 512 SF dock, lg. detached 3/4 bath house, RV parking. Over 1400 SF of living space, 3 bedrooms, & beautiful cabinets with a Murphy bed can be used as an office or guest bedroom. Open floor plan. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #776203

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

1527 BRENTWOOD LN, MV

4500 EDGEMONT PLACE, MV

17995 W BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

$459,900

Wonderful Big Lake low-bank waterfront home with expansive lake views! Dock, landscaped yard, boat launch ramp, outbuilding, large 784 SF garage w/.5 bath for extra storage & workspace. Beautiful interior spaces, new roof & much more! Quiet private location on the lake. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #775532

9674 SAMISH ISLAND RD

10334 FERN LANE, LA CONNER

$480,000

Gorgeous custom built home on 5 fully-fenced acres. 3 beds, 2.75 baths, 2560+ SF. Beautiful woodwork in every room. Built by the original owner of the Wood Merchant in La Conner. Fir trim, maple floors, cherry cabinets, sculpted fireplace & more. Skylights & vaulted ceilings. Huge wrap around covered wood deck. Lg back yard. Call Tahlia Honea, 333-5815 #799205

13580 CLAYTON LN, ANA

$639,900

Beautiful handcrafted log home overlooking Lake Campbell. This 3047 SF home has just been completely renovated with new cabinetry, countertops, fixtures, floor coverings, paint & much more. Fir logs, pine floor & a river rock fireplace. A great detached studio too! All nestled on a 3.96 acre lot with a great lake view. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #778190

6441 ERSHIG RD, BOW

$695,000

Beautiful Custom home on 11 acres. Gourmet kitchen w/ s.s. appliances & conc. c-tops, soaring 30’ wood beamed clgs., cherry hardwood floors, lush grounds & enormous 45x75’ shop, 2,940 sf, 3 bedroom + Loft, 2-3/4 bath. More photos and information at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Bill & Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446 #756681

5798 CEDAR DR, BOW

20742 SKAGIT CITY RD, MV

360-661-4947 360-421-4111 360-770-9427 360-421-4446 360-941-9443 360-708-5030

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18907 W BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

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

$897,000

Big Lake Custom home w/100 ft of waterfront features 4 bdrms including Mstr Suite, 3.5 bath, rec rm, & bonus rm plus a 4-car garage. Gourmet kitchen w/an impressive marble island is perfect fit for the serious cook or causal entertaining. The main floor offers an easy flow w/eating area, family, dining & living room, 3 sets of French doors leading to the expansive deck w/uninterrupted lake views. Call Sherry Johansen, 708-3636 #771852

$710,000

Beautiful 4,000+ SF home sits at the end of a private road on well-manicured grounds. This home has an open floor plan, with a tremendous kitchen built to entertain. Full finished day light basement & is equipped with large decks & patios perfect for entertaining. Come enjoy this peaceful & private home. Call Jake Koetje, 466-8045 #778282

Josh Scott Karen Beckner Karine Anderson Lee Ann Dean Linda Eastman Margy Furst

$799,000

Stroll back in time to when homes were full of character & charm. This turn-of-the century home is known as TerraBella, an event venue. You’ll appreciate the period specific details of this home. Several vintage outbuildings, a new shop & endless destinations on this fully landscaped 1.6 acres. More info at SkagitValleyHomes. com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #750442

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Windermere Real Estate/Skagit Valley • 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon • (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939 April Axthelm Balisa Koetje Becky Elde Bill Krieger Cindy Sullivan Dave Patterson

$749,900

Incredible property with 157 ft of medium bank waterfront. Almost an acre & it includes a darling duplex. Each unit is 1 bedroom & 1 bath. They have a nice shared laundry room with storage for each unit. The grounds are beautiful & the views from the property are amazing as well as the price. Call Robin Luif, 420-2026 #804056

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

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2032 I Ave, ANA $299,500 An outstanding condominium centrally located in Anacortes w/ views of Fidalgo Bay & Mt Baker. Near Fidalgo Pool & Community Center w/easy access for walking or bus access. This second story condo has a chair lift for handicap access to the covered walkway, plus its own private garage & small deck. Interior has quality finishes w/radiant hot water heat, granite countertops, laminate flooring & open design. Beautiful crown molding & gas fireplace create a warm ambiance you are sure to enjoy. Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 747538

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176 Wishkah, Center Isl $229,000 Absolutely charming home with Brazilian Cherry floors, window seat with expansive views over neighboring farm to the water beyond, cozy wood stove & great 6-bed bunk room for guests. The large deck is perfect for enjoying the park-like setting with deer visiting regularly. Fishermen will love the outside “cleaning station” & the 12x25 shed/carport is great for tools, wood & cart. Community amenities incl: dock, airstrip, clubhouse & caretaker. DSL Sarah Jones 360.375.6142 MLS# 796575 NEW

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246 Makah, Center Isl $184,000 Perfect home is waiting for you! Like-new with large “Great Room”, oak floors, granite counters, wood stove & warm wood interior. The cathedral ceiling & wall of windows makes it feel much larger than it is & the expansive redwood deck is wonderful for enjoying this pretty, wooded setting. A separate 192 sf bunkhouse could be fixed up for guests to have their separate little “cabin in the woods”. Amenities incl: 2 docks, airstrip, clubhouse, caretaker & wtft picnic areas. DSL available. Sarah Jones 360.375.6142 MLS# 796493

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2301 Sundown Ct, ANA $374,500 Stunning Condo located in “Sunset Gardens”, 2,126 SF of magnificent living spaces featuring an open floor plan with walls of windows to bring in the light. Gourmet kitchen, Formal dining, elegant master suite plus two additional bedrooms. A secured & private courtyard in front lends itself to mellow moments or enjoy the outdoor retreat space just out your back door. Near to Fidalgo Islands treasured Washington Park with boat ramp, beach, campgrounds, trails & picnic area. Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 801032

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7682 Hideaway Ln, Guemes Isl $399,000 Remarkable Guemes Island Home nestled into the trees w/partial view of Guemes Channel. This custom home has great design to create privacy zones for bedrooms away from common living areas. Great room design with vaulted ceiling hardwood floors, fireplace & built-in cabinets accent the French doors leading to an expansive deck. The spacious lot offers a balance of wooded privacy and view. Attached 2-car garage & privacy fencing on this low maintenance yard. Easy to access community beaches. Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 802664

4103 West 4th St, ANA $239,000 Charming 2 bedroom rambler in great location - just minutes away from parks, beaches and downtown amenities. Nicely updated and move-in ready! New paint, flooring and propane fireplace and 5 year old roof. Large fully fenced backyard with outbuilding and patio provides lots of room for gardening and outdoor activities as well as potential to add on. 1 car garage with shop space and good storage. Lots to offer - come take a look! Cynthia Aanestad 360.610.0120 MLS#804773

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5237 West Shore Rd, Guemes Isl $298,000 This one level home with large detached shop/garage on just shy of an acre lot is located on the desirable West side of Guemes Island. Nice open floor plan with a wall of windows in the living/dining area with peak-aboo views of the channel. Kitchen with adjacent sunroom that could be used as a breakfast nook or office. Beach access easement across the street. This lot has a 1/75th undivided interest in the tidelands lying in front of lots 19 to 56. West beach is a great walking beach. Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 801869

4422 Orchard Ave, ANA $450,000 Great Orchard home has wonderful view of Padilla Bay & Mt. Baker. Quiet off street location this beautiful home has a great living/dining/kitchen combination with high ceilings, fireplace w/flanking built in bookshelves, cherry stained cabinetry, granite counters & stainless appliances. Built for a cook with double ovens & walk in pantry. Two separate decks enjoy the view. Master suite located near laundry. All baths have tile & marble finishes. Lower level family room. RV parking. Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 766871

Lot 2 Cypress Wy, Guemes Isl $150,000 This beautiful, high bank, waterfront lot has wonderful Southwestern views of the Guemes Channel and Islands. Beach rights at 3 coves. Cook’s cove has a boat ramp and nice beach and is a 1/4 mile walk from this lot. Lot Certification has been done with the county. Power is at the road. Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 800442

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ith multiple bids, today’s sellers are considering more than just price before accepting an offer. A real estate transaction is emotional – and not just when you’re buying a home. Despite occurrences of multiple bids, including those over asking price, today’s sellers are twice as likely to accept a purchase offer based on emotion – rather than just price – compared to pre-recession years, according to a Coldwell Banker survey of sellers. The survey of approximately 1,500 sellers examined trends across five periods:

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• 2014-2015: Recent Years • 2010-2013: Initial Recovery • 2008-2009: Recession • 2006-2007: Pre-Recession • 2005 and Earlier Before the recession, roughly 20 percent of sellers accepted offers based on emotion – not just price. From 2006 to now, that number increased to 36 percent. “The national housing market has changed significantly over the past decade, and seller sentiments have evolved. Home sellers often want to feel emotionally connected to the buyer,” Budge Huskey, president and CEO for Coldwell Banker, said in a statement. While today’s seller’s are putting more emotional thought into their offers, they’re also doing it on a quicker time frame. According to the survey, more than a quarter (28 percent) of sellers since 2014 have sold their home in less than two weeks, compared

to 19 percent of homes in pre-recession years. Among other findings: • More sellers are receiving multiple offers today (47 percent) than compared to the initial recover years (40 percent). • Today, more than a quarter (27 percent) are receiving multiple offers, the same level as the prerecession years. • During the recession and initial recovery years, nearly 60 percent of sellers took the first offer they received. Today, less than half (46 percent) do. “While housing has clearly steadied, we have all wondered how the recession might impact home sellers, and we now have additional insight,” Huskey added. “During this recovery, sellers are more aware that their home, which played such a critical role in their lives, will have the same emotional impact on the next occupants. Today, they have more information than ever and want to more actively participate in the sale of their home.” 9

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Buildable waterfront and waterfront access lots in partially wooded rural setting on the Skagit River. ½ acre to 1 acre. With power, phone, TV and PUD water at each lot. Above the flood plain. No mobile homes. Terms available. A good selection for sale by private party. Prices vary depending on lot. Call George at 360-391-1470.

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1804 Tundra Loop, M.V. $309,000.00 Reduced price of $309,000 for this "Better than New" home with fully fenced yard and beautiful interior. Spacious master bdrm with a huge walk-in closet and master bath. Total of four bdrms. Beautiful granite countertops and stainless steel appliances including walk-in pantry; lrg living/ dining room & storage galore! Three car garage and covered RV/boat parking. Arlene Vonachen Century 21 North Homes Realty, Inc., 360-424-2100 360-853-6429

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69 acres includes a 1 acre building lot with very good territorial river view. 2 reserve building lots, timberland, timber easements, creeks, recreational potential, wildlife. Near Lyman and Hwy 20. $300,000. Call 360-826-3389 email will-winkle@msn.com

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OPEN HOUSE Sat., June 20th 11-1 $469,000 24476 Nookachamp Hills Drive, Mount Vernon This 2664 sq/ft 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Ba home in the desirable Nookachamp Hills Community boasts a beautifully landscaped corner lot w/ max sun exposure. Exquisite details incl. a stamped concrete driveway, courtyard entry, built in outdoor BBQ space & a master suite w/ tiled walkin shower. Large open kitchen w/granite countertops, gas frplc., distressed oak hardwood floors & distinct millwork throughout. Constructed by Reese Alexandria Homes, LLC reesealexandriahomes.com 206-734-9588

12707 Sawyer Court Sedro Woolley $499,000 INCREDIBLE LAKEFRONT LIVING JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER! Gated community, large usable 1 acre lot. 2,292 SF 3 BD 2.5 BA. View deck of the lake. Great room, island kitchen, large garage. ERIK PEDERSEN 360-391-1935

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1406 Beach Dr. Camano Island It's as close to the water as you can get with beach access 100 yards away. 3 decks to breath in the salt water air. This beautiful home was custom built to enjoy the views. I-5 Exit 212, west on SR532 approx. 13 miles. Left on Beach Rd. Preview Properties Skagit LLC Rebecca Geisendorf 360-708-1383

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

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

FOR SALE BY OWNER 1800 N. 32nd Pl., M.V. $187,000

1990 Marlette 1500 sq ft mobile home, 3 bdrm, 2 bath located on .25 acre in a quiet neighborhood. A must see, newer 30 yr comp roof, sheet rocked interior w/vaulted ceilings. Hardwood floors in living/dining room, new carpet thru-out. Enclosed porches, sunroom, detached garage/shop area, totally fenced. For appt., please call 360-853-5178.

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3729 SWAN CT, MOUNT VERNON

$389,000

9277 CLAYBROOK RD., SEDRO-WOOLLEY

$295,000 23515 LAKE CAVANAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON $295,000 XXX SHANNON LAKE RD, CONCRETE

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OPEN HOUSE: SAT. JUNE 20, 10am-1pm Country atmosphere just minutes to town. Pasture and sunset views with city Danya Wolf in the distance & neighboring horses and cattle. Two horse paddocks,fruit 360-708-8294 trees,blueberries, pond,hot tub. Custom home with four nice-sized bedrooms all separate from one another, gas fireplace in living room, den, master bath w/walk-in tiled shower,separate garden tub, double sinks and privacy commode. Gas furnace and water heater. Generous 3 car garage, spacious 12.5’ x 30’ deck with built-in bench. Private deck off master. MLS# 773463 1830 STATE ROUTE 9, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

$50,000 2410 CRUSE RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

Incredibly private yet just ten (10) minutes from town, this 20 acre building site is ready for your house Spacious 2172 sqft home offers plans! The road is in together with 4 bed up plus den/office on main the drilled well and the septic Danya Wolf level: 1.75 baths; country kitchen Danya Wolf system plus a foot print for the 360-708-8294 w/pantry; formal dining room; 360-708-8294 former log home. Fenced area with living room and large separate family room; den has horse paddock and water for your large pet of choice! sliding glass door to covered hot tub and wrap around 28 x 54 shop with super high ceilings plus a carport decking. Upstairs master bedroom with large shared for five (5) separate recreational vehicles or utilitarian bath plus 3 more bedrooms! MLS# 798287 equipment. Windmill included! MLS#780865

$370,000 3004 BARRELL SPRINGS RD, BOW

$167,000 44875 KLA-HA-NIE TRAIL, LAKE TYEE

$32,500 1802 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON

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PRICE REDUCED 1.31 Acre lot ready to build on! Water and septic ALREADY IN. Possible view of Samish River and Mountains. Enjoy wildlife and eagles as your Suzanne Jenkins neighbors! MLS# 772475 360-941-2983

Remodeled. Open floor plan, newer windows, newer roof, new furnace, lots of room. Great for livestock and berry growing; cross fenced pasture; approx. 15 acres in hay; 2 Suzanne Jenkins barns, lower barn has tack room. 360-941-2983 20x50 Green house w/power and water. 6 apple trees, 3 plum, 2 Asian pear, 1 peach tree, raspberries and blueberries. MLS#710460

36493 CAPE HORN RD, S-W

14678 STATE ROUTE 9, MOUNT VERNON

$168,000

Heaven on Earth!

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

Beautiful 15.5 acres in sought after Bow! There are 3 possible building sites, 2 have road access into them. The property has been replanted & offers seclusion and also Donna Kurras southwesterly sun exposure. Seller 360-770-7596 has put in a well, just needs power & pump. This is the perfect property to build your custom home or put a manufactured home on. MLS# 794546

$278,000 2680 118TH AVE SE #103, BELLEVUE

$239,000

Beautiful recreational lot at Lake Tyee resort with 38’ 1978 Golden Falcon park model with 2 tip outs. Roof Sandy Everett covers trailer and large deck. Lot is a 360-202-3706 very short walk from the resort’s club house, private lake beach access, swimming pool, fishing, & picnic area. Gated entry to the resort from convenient, paved County road. MLS# 695947

4725 MONTE VISTA PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

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

$362,000 17226 SR 536, MOUNT VERNON

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Spacious, one-level home with 3 Bedrooms, 1.75 Ba in Sedro-Woolley Sandy Everett School District has propane heat, 360-202-3706 well & septic. The double car, attached garage and large backyard deck completes this country home. It has an acre(+-) of level yard for plenty of garden space and play area. A little TLC will make it shine! MLS# 764249

1804 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON

Newer, well maintained manufactured home on 10+ acres. Large Master bedroom with walkin closet and en suite with soaker tub. Has two additional rooms Danya Wolf that could be used as bedrooms, 360-708-8294 office or other work areas. Home has a walk through laundry room with utility sink. Roughly three acres of land cleared and most of the rest could be. Close to all amenities. MLS# 684195

$599,000 XXX STATE ROUTE 9, BIG LAKE KE

$95,000

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

1521 N WAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY This spacious rambler can easily be returned to full Single Family Residential use; converted home has Love to entertain? The open, spacious roughly half devoted to the business Russ Lanker floor plan of this beautiful home and half as living space. The living 360-708-1117 offers incredible opportunities, Shirley Bertholf space includes two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, which can extend, in nice weather, 360-840-1863 and laundry room. The business portion includes a out onto the two-tiered deck, reception area, office manager space, two additional separate patios and beautifully landscaped yard. It’s multi-purpose rooms and a restroom. Roof and siding obvious this quality home and property have been well new in 1999. The site offers outstanding exposure and cared for. MLS# 706814 the building is zoned rural business. MLS#780847

$378,000 600 PANORAMA RIDGE,SKAGIT HIGHLANDS $349,500

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EAGLEMONT Mount Baker view from one of the premier lots in beautiful Eaglemont! Pre-Sale and Custom design your dream home with Irving Elva Hunter Construction fine craftsmanship... 360-202-3086 wonderful open floor plan Builder custom built 1806 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. # 794097

PUD Water IS Available! 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 homes and is located directly north of Big Lake Bar & Grill parking lot. Buyer to verify square footage and utility Sandy Everett 360-202-3706 availability. MLS# 670146

BUILD TO SUIT Multifamily Build-to-Suit; up to 13 units possible; we build or you Danya Wolf build; conditional use potential for professional/medical offices; 360-708-8294 All utilities, includes storm retention pond MLS# 751314

Beautiful Skagit Highlands 2 story view home offering 3 beds/2.5 baths, Master w/ bath, tile shower and Danya Wolf walk-in closet, Kitchen has gorgeous 360-708-8294 countertops and Stainless appliances including gas range, hardwood floors, loft, natural gas heat. Conveniently located next to playground/park! Community features parks and walking trails. MLS 773362

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