Real Estate Weekly | March 22, 2013 by Skagit Publishing

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SPRING LAWN AND LANDSCAPE TIPS PAGE 4

GETTING SMART

1819 CEDAR SPRINGS LANE, ANACORTES John L. Scott Real Estate 3201 Commercial Avenue Anacortes, Washington 98221

Manager: John Bruemmer 360.770.4636

John L. Scott Real Estate 300 East College Way Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 428-4111

$1100 PER MONTH

Bright, welcoming 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo located on a quiet culde-sac. This unit offers a one car attached garage, washer and dryer. Back yard deck is facing a creek. Open floor plan, large master suite and lots of storage.

I will treat your home like my own! Finding the right tenant, responding immediately to issues as they arise, while keeping you informed—it all adds up to peace of mind & the confidence that your home is in good hands. If you are considering a rental, please give me a call.

EASY-TOUSE HOME TECHNOLOGY BRINGS US ONE STEP CLOSER TO THE ERA OF THE “SMART HOME” PAGE 8

Q & A: ASK OUR BROKER PAGE 9

FEATURED ARTICLE: GETTING SMART Consumers love ‘smart’: smartphones, smart cars and now smart homes. As lives get busier than ever, homeowners want convenience and control at their fingertips. They want to dim the lights, turn off the oven and monitor home security from a distance.Looks like the industry is listening... (continued on pg. 8)

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TABLE of CONTENTS Spring Lawn and Landscape Tips

Pg. 4

Getting Smart

Pg. 8

Q & A: Ask Our Broker

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Classifieds

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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 $42,000 6.42 level treed acres in Day Creek. Marketable timber. Lot certified. Approved septic design. MLS#457773 Call Robie, 466-8034

Stanwood $121,000 Beautiful waterfront lot on Sunday Lake. Build your dream home on this 93’ lot. Close to I-5. Enjoy all that Sunday Lake has to offer, views, park, clubhouse and much more. MLS#451898

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Burlington $149,900 One level stand alone condo. Located in the desirable Cedars. Bright open floor plan. Attached double car garage. MLS#460561 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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Sedro-Woolley $199,500 Secluded setting only minutes from town. 3BR/2 BA ranch-style home. Open floor plan. Hardwood floors, fireplace w/insert. Plenty of storage space. 1+ acre lot. MLS#461488 Call Robie, 466-8034

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Mount Vernon $229,000 Unique traditional home. 3 BRs + office. Hardwood flooring. Coved ceilings. Air conditioning. Heated bathroom floors. Huge master suite. Oversized 2 car garage + shop area. Fenced yard. Convenient location, walk downtown. MLS #460728

Mount Vernon $230,000 Eaglemont condo-single level. 3 BR/2 BA, 1648 sq. ft. Master w/jetted tub. Overlooks 2nd fairway. 2 car attached garage. Additional guest parking. ML #460841

Sedro-Woolley $249,950 Elegant country home boasting all the charm of the yesteryear. Completely remodeled– maintaining the original woodwork, flooring and hardware. Guest apt. over spacious 2 car garage. Large country kitchen w/ relaxing sun porch. Must see! MLS#417910

Sedro-Woolley 294,950 Quality home located at the end of a private driveway. Over 1890 sq. ft. with 3 BR/2 BA. Large shop and a machine shed. Exceptional mountain views. Wonderful setting on 2.5 acres. MLS#419637

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Anacortes $225,000 Anacortes home on shy ¾ acre. 2 BR +office/ den, 2 BA. Views of the bay. 2 car attached garage. Room for RV parking. MLS#460733

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$279,950 Mount Vernon

$265,000 Anacortes

$1,300,000 Anacortes

$499,000

$349,900 Burlington

$465,000 La Conner

$339,000

215,000 Burlington

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$393,500 Mount Vernon

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$279,000 Anacortes

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March 22, 2013

Spring Lawn and Landscape Tips A beautiful landscape doesn’t happen on its own. You can help your lawn, trees and shrubs get off to a healthy growing season. “Trees and shrubs add tremendous appeal to our urban home environments, but to thrive, particularly out of their natural world, they require regular care with added nutrients and protection against invasive pests,” said Ben Hamza, Ph.D., director of technical operations at TruGreen.

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707 Cascade Palms Ct., Sedro-Woolley

$109,900

MLS#256370

$185,000

MLS#193527

• Small town • 4 bedrooms • Lots to offer • Close to river

Charm of Yesteryear #438779 • $90,000

Great Burlington Location #455681 • $212,000

Fully Fenced 5.77 acres #458353 • $299,000

Good curb appeal. A little elbow grease and your creativity will make this a great home. This charming bungalow has good character and bones. Come see it today!

4 BR, 2.5 BA home adjacent to Skagit River Park. Fenced back yard w/large covered patio. Enjoy running, walking or riding, soccer fields. Updated flooring & trim, fresh interior paint, master on main, lovely kitchen w/view. Appliances stay. 2 car garage, RV parking. Burlington schools.

4 BR plus office home in Sedro-Woolley! Barn with several pens, feeding area,concrete floor and hay storage, great for goats, horses etc. Fully completed farm plan designed by the Conservation District in 2012. Huge 36x56, 3 bay shop with additional living space equipped with bathroom, bedroom and kitchen!

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• Excellent condition • Large shop • New carpet & paint • 3 bedrooms

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$258,000

• 47+ acres • 2 barns • Newer roof • Updated electrical & furnace

$205,000

MLS#362272 $39,950

• 3 bdrm, 2 baths • Close to amenities • Nice view • Condo living

$518,900

MLS#438143

• 4+ bedrooms • 3.5 bths • 3 car garage • 3244 sf custom • Golf course setting Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299 Dominic Pettruzzelli 333-5210 George Herner 840-3743

$189,000

MLS#205974

• Water view • 2 bdrms, lg rec rm • Gated community • Private

Jackie Lindeman 770-9080 Jeff Dowrey 661-2161 Karl Morse 395-5405 Lisa Wondoloski 443-975-9426 Margie Ernst 708-3198 Marlene Deasy 661-6720

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MLS#357193

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

Mike Newman 708-1419 Noli Goode 630-6527 Pam Fields 982-0360 Rick Kiesser 770-1195 Ron Barker 425-501-2848 Sandi Hocking 708-1523

$274,985

MLS#265957

$399,000

MLS#340400

$27,000

MLS#440234

• Private 5 acres • 3 bdrms + den • Shop/Garage • Spacious kitchen

• 8 Res units • Long term tenants, • 1 Comm unit • Build to suit • Affordable price • Large 3 bedroom • Open floor plan • Convenient location

Start Your New Career Today! Classes Starting Now Call Scott 542-2121 Sandi Riley 770-8670 Sharon Stokes 661-6164 Tamara Cooper 630-9127 Traci Cypher 708-9481 Veronica Lopez 420-0696

Gorgeous Newer View Home #450545 • $349,900

Big Lake View home #457118 • $799,000

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#28169648 • $399,000 E

4 BR, 2.5 BA, plus office/den. Fresh paint and new carpet. Hardwood floors. Main level living with large master and bath, inviting gas fireplace in living room, den and half bath. 3 bedrooms and family room on upper level. Deck off the back of home with wonderful views.

Carved art work of Mt Baker at the entrance, car lift in 5 car heated garage/shop. Wood floors, granite, SS appliances, A/C, generator, 7 covered parking spots, outdoor kitchen, patio, dog room & gazebo. 4.77 acres w/fruit orchard, green house & raised gardens. Additional finished room above the garage for guests!

Mount Vernon’s most gorgeous neighborhood!! Lot 11 on Quail Drive boasts over 2 acres looking directly west over the picturesque farmlands all the way to the San Juans and beyond. Spectacular sunsets await your dream home on this fully cleared ready to build once in a lifetime property.

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Tips to help you take care of your yard this spring: Put the Right Plants in the Right Place

Clean Up

New spring growth can be hampered if it’s covered with debris. Clean out dead leaves, branches, trash or anything else that could impair your lawn’s growth.

Get Ready to Water

Give your lawn a slow, steady watering about once a week, When you’re ready to plant new plants, make sure you put but adjust depending upon rainfall, grass and soil type in them where they’ll thrive. Nourish the Roots » Be sure you know the light your area. Spring lawn, tree and shrub » Follow the owner’s operating requirements for a new plant. roots seek nourishment after manual to take an automated » Fences or other structures the dormancy of winter. can restrict air flow, which can » Make sure your early spring sprinkler system out of interfere with growth. Prune Properly fertilizer has less nitrogen and hibernation. Ensure sprinkler » Make sure you have the Corrective pruning of your more phosphorus to promote heads and related water lines are working properly. right type of grass for your trees and shrubs can make strong roots. Consider a » Make sure the irrigation them not only look better, but lawn. Wherever grass has a professional company, such as system covers your landscape hard time growing, plant shady TruGreen, which will design a help them grow better, too. ground covers instead. » Don’t top-shear overgrown custom plan to give your yard efficiently. For example, you can place a one-inch deep, shrubs or trees - thin them out » If you’re considering sod, exactly what it needs. make sure the temperature is » Be sure to keep fertilizer on empty food can in the middle to preserve their shape. of the lawn area to measure warm enough for grass growth. target to prevent run-off, and » Spring-blooming plants the depth of water collected Firmly pack sod into the like azaleas, rhododendrons, sweep fertilizer granules that forsythia and lilacs should only soil and water as needed to may reach pavement back onto after each watering cycle to ensure uniformity. encourage deep root growth. be pruned after they flower. your lawn.

Brown McMillen Real Estate

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AFFORDABLE LA CONNER…nice, like new, 3 BR, 2 BA home, walking distance to town, ready to move in. New hardwood flrs, updated interior. $129,900. #452786. AFFORDABLE CAMPSITE… 2 acres fronting on the Samish River, north of Burlington. Rough access road, just $19,500. #330946 BURLINGTON LOT… zoned general commercial. Perfect site for clinic or any professional use, sewer & water. Survey & elevations complete. $415,000. #178973 ON SAMISH ISLAND… home on one level acre, 3 BR w/remodeled sunny kitchen, dining & bonus room w/wood stove. Outbldg, 1160sf loft, partial water views. $329,500. #449008

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NEW RAMBLER…& shop w/3 bays on 2.26 ac. 4 BR, 2.5 BA, appx. 2196sf. Great rm w/vaulted ceiling, skylights, fully fenced. Tankless water heater & more. $334,900. #437229 GREAT BURLINGTON INVESTMENT… 2 homes on 1 lot currently bringing in $1200 per mo. rent. 2 BR, 1 BA home, new windows, roof & paint. $149,900. #446495 BLUEBERRY FARM… 68 acres “certified organic” fully irrigated and subterranean drainage system. $1,615,000. $372666 GORGEOUS CUSTOM CRAFTSMAN… under construction on an acre on Bow Hill. Over 2500sf, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, lots of built-ins + 3 car garage. $485,000. #409469

770-7083 391-5587 661-0145

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CHUCKANUT RESTAURANT… great location on busy corner, 2320 sf bldg. has comm’l kitchen + 2 small offices. $199,900. #444840 SPECTACULAR VIEWS… of Similk Bay & beyond. Over 1 acre, water, power in street, desirable location. $175,000. #280881 83 ACRES… beautiful pasture land, some wooded areas. 3 BR, 2 BA mfg home, 2 shops, horse barn, hay loft. Great for cattle ranch, equestrian use. $495,000. #284837 TOP OF THE WORLD… 1 acre lot, views of Skagit Valley, Mt. Baker & sounds. Well in, septic approved. Access thru locked gate. $695,000. #27181672

COUNTRY SETTING… nice year round stream runs thru this 17 ac. property w/3 BR home & large shop. $239,500. #416160 PEACEFUL 55+ PARK… spacious dble wide, painted inside/out, new roof, skirting. 2 BR, 2 BA. Views/ walking trails to Padilla Bay. $43,900. #61564 RARE OPPORTUNITY… no bank w/ front bldg site. Almost 1/2 acre. 94’ w/ front at Lk McMurray. 5 miles from I-5. $299,500. #408448 CONCRETE… fixer on 3 useable acres, partially cleared. 1 1/2 story. 4 BRs up 1 down & 1 BA. $119,000. $239452

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UNIQUE CEDAR HOME… views of Big Lake, open concept, wood ceilings, brazillian hardwoods, 3 BR, 1.75 BA with .5 ac. fully fenced & gated. $329,000. #447367 2 ACRE LOTS… 2 parcels ready for new home. Each is 2 acres w/nice territorial views and municipal water available. $110,000. #45359 CRAFTSMAN HOME… attractive 3 BR home w/lg. backyard. Large kitchen & neat pantry. #149,000. #383240 READY TO BUILD?… 2.83 acre parcel, water/power, completed kitchen septic design, last lot certification. Mobiles ok, owner financing w/right buyer. $54,900. #455168

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Mulch can keep soil in place, reduce weeds and retain moisture. But you need to make sure you’re doing it right. » When the soil has warmed up, apply three inches of organic mulch to base of shrubs and trees to help conserve soil moisture and to reduce weed pressure. But be mindful not to cover the flare of the tree base in mulch “volcanoes,” which can lead to rot. »When your lawn is actively growing, return grass clippings back to the soil for added lawn nutrients and consider using composted materials to nourish plants.

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GREAT CONDITION… move in ready. 5 acres w/newer 3 BR, 2 BA mfg home. Nice open floor plan, lots of light, bonus room, greenhouse & deck. $229,900 #455674 CRAFTSMAN STYLE… w/covered porch, 2+ BR, 1.5 BA. Approx 1600sf. Pergo flooring in liv/dining rooms. Lg rec rm w/woodstove. $119,900. #368858 NEW PRICE… 5 BR, 1728 sf Palm Harbor home. Open living rm, master w/walk-in closet. Covered front deck. $125,000. #352434 ALGER AND OLD 99… corner of high traffic area across from Alger Tavern. Rambler, lots of possibilities. Rural village, commercial zoning. $179,000. #324553

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RESIDENTIAL

COMMERCIAL 17146 BRITT RD., MV

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537 LAKESIDE DR., SDW

Last year 27% of all closed sales happened before May 1st.

Now’s the time to list! 905 CARRIAGE CT., SDW

$39,950

Bright, well maintained home with nice floor plan. Kitchen with eating area. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Large deck & separate shed. Secure 55+ park with clubhouse & RV parking. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #375782 22998 STATE ROUTE 9, MV

$325,000

Classic waterfront home with dock. 3 bedrooms plus office, 1.75 baths. 46’ no bank shore on Reed Lake. Enjoy the lake or the Community Clubhouse & swimming pool. Call George Bellos at 708-9762. #354920 6792 F & S GRADE RD., SDW

$375,000

Car Collector’s Dream: garage space for 12 cars! Apx. 2238 SF, 3 bdrm, 1.75 baths. Pond, 6+ acres, lower property w/approx.740’ of Samish River frontage. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #90077

$599,000

Beautiful property with 13+ acres – 4856 sq.ft., 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, master suite with fireplace. In-ground swimming pool. 10 car garage/shop. Call Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 or Karine Anderson at 421-1189. #391017 17422 W. BIG LAKE BLVD., MV

$629,900

Gorgeous Mt. Baker, Cultus Mt. & lake views! 5+ acres w/ 2 homes on separate parcels! Barn, heated shop & additional outbuildings. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #449607

$144,000

$184,900

Lovely remodeled 1 story home with 3 bdrm, 2 baths, pine floors, ceiling fans & gas fireplace. Lg deck, garden shed & 2 car detached garage. All in the country with Mt. Baker view. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #372960 455 KLICKITAT, LAC

$192,500

Wonderful LaConner home featuring marina views, spacious rooms, open floorplan, 2 fireplaces, attached garage & great amenities. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #29136416

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17999 W. BIG LAKE BLVD., MV

$209,900

1530+SF of quality construction. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, master suite with double closets & door leading to deck. Gas fireplace, attached 2 car garage, fenced back yard. #4584893 Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #458489

$196,000 - $1,210,000

One of seven lots available in the commercial industrial plat in S. MV. Excellent access to I-5 via exits 224 & 225. Lots are fully services with offsite storm water detention. Sizes from approx. 28,000 SF – 249,000 SF. Contact Jim or Balisa Koetje 360-202-2500.

221 S. 1ST STREET, MV

$399,950

Updated 2 bedroom home LIKE NEW, hickory wood cabinets, fireplace, 1.75 baths. Front deck to enjoy gorgeous lake and mountain views. 100’ of no bank waterfront. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791 or Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #317967 $459,900

Beautiful custom residence in Park Crest. Approx. 3218 sq.ft., on over 1/3 acre. 5 bedrooms, 3.75 baths. Full attached 1 bed/1.5 bath MIL with garage & private entry. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #363599

2229 E. MEADOW BLVD., MV

17311 W. BIG LAKE BLVD., BIG LAKE

$529,900

WATERFRONT ESTATE with 1+ acre on Big Lake. Full view of the lake, 3 RV pads with hook-ups. 3 stall dressing building. 2 decks & 2 docks. 1400+ SF with 2 bedrooms & 2 baths. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #112580

$12/SF NNN

Two office/retail suites with tremendous exposure. One is plumbed for a hair salon. Both spaces are approx. 1,450 SF. Close to I-5, retail, restaurants & lodging. Contact Balisa or Jim Koetje 360-421-4111.

$230,000

Approx. 23,500 SF commercial site at of I-5 & Anderson Rd. Approx. 2,149 SF cinderblock home leased at $1,000/mo. Preliminary plans for a 5,000 SF building. Contact Balisa or Jim Koetje at 360-421-4111.

$398,000

Waterfront home at a great price. 1-story home with wonderful floor plan with spacious rooms & spectacular water views. Large level lot, 2 car garage. Close to LaConner. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #249568

4220 MONTGOMERY PL, MV

W NE

2025 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, MV

309 ANDERSON ROAD, MV 15002 CHANNEL LN, LAC

$6/SF NNN

Excellent concrete warehouse remodeled by the US Postal Service. Layout includes warehouse, office, lunchroom, restroom (ADA), A/C & a 5,000 lb scissor lift for loading/unloading. Easy access to Hwy 20 & I-5.

320 ELEANOR LANE, MV

Peaceful, private country setting for this manufactured home with 2 bedrooms & 2 baths. Large deck to enjoy the lovely views of Lake McMurray & mountains. 1 acre with a pond. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #400909 16792 STATE ROUTE 536, MV

818 EASTERN AVENUE, SW

17583 COOK RD., BRL

$669,500

Beautiful home on 4 acres. 3790 SF, 3 bdrm (potential 4th/5th bdrms), 3.5 baths. Hardwood floors, kitchen w/ granite counters & SS appliances. 2 car garage & detached 28x32 shop. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #458899 9690 SAMISH ISLAND RD, BOW

$1,998,000

6550 SF, 4 bdrm beachfront home. Slab granite in kitchen, Viking appliances. Media, exercise & family/game rooms. 4 car garage. Covered patio & moorage buoy. Clam, crab & fish. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #395055

$395,000

Downtown approx. 4,600 SF 1 story office/ retail building across from Co-op with approx. 18ft high ceilings. Adjacent to planned riverwalk & pavilion. Parking behind bldg. Contact Balisa or Jim Koetje 360-421-4111. 17582 STATE ROUTE 536, MV

$425,000

Approx. 1.87 acre site with 3 buildings. Approx. 3,920 SF warehouse divided into 3 separate units including overhead door, office & restroom. Modular office & mobile home rented for $1,350/mo. Contact Jim or Balisa 360-202-2500. 110 S. 5TH, MV

$1,200,000

The beautiful Immaculate Conception Church has been a landmark in MV since 1912. Approx. 4,732 SF with seating for 325. Included on the adjacent lot is a 5 bed/3 bath parsonage. Occupancy negotiable. Contact Balisa or Jim Koetje 360-421-4111..

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RESIDENTIAL NE

4911 HEATHER DR, ANA

$549,000

Panoramic water views plus an Elevator equals a unique opportunity! Enjoy unobstructed views from Both levels. Spacious interior, professional landscaping, gated courtyard entry. Paul Necco 360/770-5989 MLS#456918

3069 FRIDAY CREEK RD, BURL

VACANT LAND

Welcome Catherine Mers Windermere Anacortes is excited to welcome Catherine Mers to our team. Catherine is bringing to her real estate business a strong background in information technology and customer support – both prized traits in today’s real estate practitioner. Catherine has lived in both Anacortes and Seattle over the past 11 years and is eager and enthusiastic about starting her new real estate career. Contact Catherine for your real estate needs and you will get a hardworking, reliable advocate ready to help.

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LOT 13 SAMISH ST, ANA

6024 CURTIS CT, ANA

$222,500

Rambler at the head of a quiet cul-de-sac in Skyline. Vaulted ceilings, skylights & formal DR or swing room/fam rm plus 3 bdrms & 2 baths. Colleen Sargent 360/202-2155. MLS#432112

LOT V NEW MORNING DR, ANA

1607 36TH ST, ANA

$235,000

Inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with refinished hardwood floors throughout on quiet dead end street. Move in ready, come & see. Colleen Sargent 360/202-2155. MLS#432276

749 TILLAMUK DR, LC

$248,000

Lovely home w/spacious deck & water view! Open floor plan, vaulted ceiling. 2 car gar + boat/RV carport (11’ wide x 28’ deep x 11’ high). Jackie Stone 360/661-2247. MLS#414573

1801 37TH ST, ANA

$249,000

Wonderful move in ready rambler on an oversized fully fenced lot. 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 remodeled baths, remodeled kitchen. Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#388201

443 MODOC WY, LC

$249,000

Outstanding setting top of hill with broad views of mountains. Custom designed home with spacious open floor plan. Jackie Stone 661-2247. MLS#343731

223 SKAGIT WY, LC

$269,000

Spectacular water and marina view! Huge new deck, lovely home with main level living, vaulted ceiling, kitchen garden. Jackie Stone 360/661-2247 MLS#387725

3810 W. 12TH ST, ANA

$946,000

Dramatic views from this Rock Ridge Custom home. Lavish master suite has a personal retreat office/ den all with stunning views. 700 sq ft finished shop; gorgeous landscaping. Colleen Craig 360/770-9638 MLS#456264

11502 N. DEL MAR, ANA

$359,000

A secluded cove with breathtaking views and a 2 bed, 1 bath beach cabin resting just off the water with steps to the sandy coast beach. Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#450655

$234,900

Comfortable Skyline living in this 1800+/- sq ft home. Open kitchen w/eating nook, skylights, master suite, 2 additional bdrm + daylight basement. Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#437777

4910 DUNDEE DR, ANA

Enjoy views of Burrows Bay, Olympic Mtns & San Juan Islands. This lot is gently sloping to the southwest & has been completely cleared. Margi Houghton 360/202-0041. MLS#411415

1215 G AVE, ANA

3001 W. 3RD ST, ANA

4204 BRYCE DR, ANA

$410,000

Completely rebuilt 1952 Sqft home, great room concept with access to courtyards including outdoor kitchen. Margi Houghton 360/202-0041. MLS#402961

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Mt Baker & Fidalgo Bay views are glorious in this home in Stittwood. 3 Bed, 2.25 bath & 1816 Sqft plus fir floors & gas fireplace. Colleen Sargent 360/202-2155 MLS#447427

13748 SEAVIEW WY, ANA

$398,500

Enjoy spacious living in this desirable 2401 SF, 3 BD, 2.5 BA Seaview home w/ high ceilings, & large windows. Fenced backyard. 3 car garage. Margi Houghton 360/202-0041. MLS#432003

$198,500

Located at the top of the hill on New Morning Drive. Enjoy panoramic views. Large level area for house site. City water, natural gas and power at the street. Margi Houghton 360/202-0041. MLS#411413

1119 10TH ST , ANA

$425,000

Old Town Charmers, Construction to start within months. Homes will be aprox. 1900 sq ft with master on the main & 2 car garage. Gina Davis 360/708-7794.

2616 BERENTSON CT, ANA

MLS#415015

$439,000

The latest addition to The Woodland Series by Strandberg Const. Designed w/ vaulted ceilings, hrdwd floors, natural stone baths & rich detailing. Colleen Craig 770-9638. MLS#441905

$198,500

$225,000

Anacortes View Building lot. Views looking out towards the Bellingham Channel and San Juan Islands. Close to Community Forest Lands. Kathy Rogers 360/941-4400 MLS#291394

8654 TURNERS BAY PL, ANA

4116 BRANT CIRC, ANA

$43,500

Beautiful wooded lot on a quiet road. Perfect for your vacation get-away. Water-share w/the Holiday Hideaway Water Association and approved soil analysis. Margi Houghton 360/202-0041

$149,500

Sitting on a beautiful level acreage lot, 2 bed, 1¾ bath manu home. Lg LR w/additional space for family room or dining room. Gina Davis 360/708-7794 MLS#404812

$275,000

Draw your creativity from the sight of the surrounding San Juan Islands and the pristine forestlands. 1.87 acre all utilities are in the street; ready to build. Colleen Craig 360/770-9638 MLS#351718

NHN OAKES AVE, ANA

$915,000

An estate sized better than waterfront lot, or develop into multiple waterfront and water view lots similar the development to the west of this property. Nate Scott 360/708-2354 MLS#406859

2804 17TH ST, ANA

$300,000

Unsurpassed views of the Guemes Channel, surrounding San Juan Islands. Located in The Highlands a neighborhood of exquisite custom view homes. Colleen Craig 360/770-9638 MLS#431460

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Getting Smart

Hot Features for Smart Homes in 2013: Wi-Fi-enabled light bulbs Keep forgetting to turn off the lights before stepping out? Phillips launched Phillips hue, a Wi-Fi-enabled light bulb with color controls that you can manipulate through a tablet or a phone. The app includes pre-programmed “light recipes” that Phillips says can help for reading, energizing, relaxation and concentration. A three-bulb starter pack retails for about $200, so it’s a big investment, but popular among home techies.

Easy-to-Use Home Technology Brings Us One Step Closer to the Era of the “Smart Home” Consumers love ‘smart’: smartphones, smart cars and now smart homes. As lives get busier than ever, homeowners want convenience and control at their fingertips. They want to dim the lights, turn off the oven and monitor home security from a distance. Looks like the industry is listening. In years past, the dream automated home was just an aspiration that existed as a prototype. Not anymore. At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, the industry’s largest annual event, home technology was prominently featured. It’s a trend that organizers say would continue. “Innovation fuels our economy, and we project that the consumer electronics industry will grow by nearly 3 percent in 2013 reaching a record $209.6 billion,” says Erica Corley, spokeswoman for Consumer Electronics Association. “Home technology will be a major part of that.” Automated devices such as temperature-controlled water heaters, timer-enabled lights and stoves and programmable thermostats have made life easier

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for homeowners for a while now, says Leonard Kady, an architect and former chair of the American Institute of Architects, small projects committee. “Today, remote access to such devices and a host of intermediate control devices is what makes automation real,” Kady says. “The use of these remoteaccess devices by a growing user group is largely a function of ease of integration and ease of use.” Mobile control and mobile connection are the future of home technologies, Corley says. “When we are all able to operate the lights, thermostats, [audio-visual] equipment and other electronics via our mobile devices, home control suddenly becomes much more attractive,” she says. “We will continue to see tablets and smartphones being used as primary control devices.”

The re-invented thermostat Tony Fadell, a man who helped design the sleek iPod, is now making an ugly home-heating tool sexy. Fadell’s company sells the Nest Learning Thermostat, a device lauded for its sleek design. Nest programs itself in about a week after installation, creating a schedule based on the user’s manual temperature changes and motion sensors placed throughout the home that detect a person’s presence.The device can be remotely controlled by a free Apple or Android app, allowing you to heat your home before you arrive or change temperature any time when you are away. At $250, it might seem like a steep price to pay for a thermostat, but the company says you will recover that money in energy savings in less than two years. Remote monitoring Remote home monitoring is a growing niche in the home tech world for both security and convenience purposes. Products such as Vera 3 Z-Wave help homeowners-away-from-home keep an eye on their abode with a variety of features, such as live video feeds on smartphones, text messages with updates and the use of one button to shut down, lock up and arm the house. Vera can be integrated with existing security systems. The system will notify users through their phones about various household events like thermostat changes, opened windows and basement floods. Vera’s model retails for $300.

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21727 Swan Rd, Mount Vernon Charming home w/ large 100’ x 40’ shop on 8.49 acres. Updated w/ beautiful flooring, master on main level w/ its own BA + French doors out to deck. Lg. country kitchen is a dream to entertain in. X-Lg BR upstairs w/ play room/office area in between. New pellet stove. Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS#391322 $390,000

204 W State St, Sedro-Woolley A great price for commercial property that you live in while running your business. Great location for a Hair Salon, Massage or Chiropractic Clinic, COA, Law Office, Retail or any number of businesses. High traffic area w/ disabled access. 2 BA, and BR area to accommodate living space. Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS#456973 $115,000

767 Cain Lake Rd, Sedro-Woolley Lots of room in this nice 3 BR 2 BA Freddie Mac/ Homesteps Foreclosure. Very nice open floor plan w/ vaulted ceilings and skylights that lends a feeling of spaciousness. New roof & septic system make this home move-in ready. Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692 MLS#450712 $184,900

2610 Section St #74, Mount Vernon Beautiful home in 55+ park w/lots of upgrade/ remodeling. Spotless floor coverings, custom interior paint, well lighted kitchen w/lots of cabinets & plenty of work space, adjacent to a bay windowed breakfast room & large formal dining room. Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS#424119 $59,500

710 W Lincoln St, Mount Vernon Investment opportunity. 11880 sq ft R-3 zoned lots w/2 homes priced to sell. Natural gas heat. Zoning allows for multi-family and some businesses. Don't miss out on this opportunity. Parcel #P54820 and #P54816. Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692 MLS#414997 $140,000

41610 Cape Horn Dr, Concrete Move-in ready for summer/year round living. Perfect for watching Eagles & wildlife on other side of the river from back porch. Nice living rm., kitchen/dining combo, carpeted upstairs br. 2 add’l salable parcels P62911 & 62912 w/ water connections, potential to build. Lots good for RV use. Park & boat launch nearby. Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS#353742 $112,000

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In praise of fair appraisal QUESTION: Why are we seeing so many low-ball mortgage appraisals?

ANSWER: Appraisals have become a real estate combat zone. Every owner wants a higher valuation, while the appraisal process itself is geared toward conservative estimates of value. Appraisers must look at local comparable

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distressed sales, especially in major foreclosure centers. Since distressed properties typically sell at discount, the comps reflect lower values.

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provide an independent estimate

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of value to limit risk for lenders,

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borrowers and mortgage investors.

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loans, mass foreclosures and additional bank

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estate. During the past few years, a large number

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of transactions have been short sales, foreclosures

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third-quarter home prices were up 7.6 percent from

and REOs (the sale of real estate owned by lenders),

valuation will be used.

2011, “the strongest year-over-year price increase since the first quarter of 2006.”

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•LOVELY MTN./VALLEY VIEWS ON 5 PASTURED ACRES, EXC. SHOP/BARN •OPEN PLAN W/HIGH CEILINGS, 2678 SQ. FT. “RANCH/RAMBLER” •3 BD., 2.5 BA., VIEW DEN/OFFICE, LG. MASTER SUITE, QUALITY ++!

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CALL SANDI TO VIEW! •ONE OF A KIND” RANCH/PILOTS’ RETREAT, 38+ ACRES! •MTN. VIEWS, LG. SHOP, SPACIOUS 2700 + SQ. FT. “TRIPLEWIDE” •FAA & COUNTY APPROVED 1700 FT. LONG “TURF” LANDING STRIP

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SW mobile park, older 1 bdrm 1 bdrm, MV, safe & quiet, 1 + hobby room, $745. + util. level, near hospital. Corner of Needs cleaning. 661-0973 16th & Skagit. $700. W/S/G pd. 360-652-6560

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2 bdrm, 1 ½ ba, Burl., W/D hookup, W/S/G pd., no pets. $777/mo. Call 360-757-2923. 2 Bdrm, 315 W. Woodworth, S-W. $725 + dep. W/D hookups, no pets/smoking. W/S/G pd. 360-854-8507. Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 Norris Place 757-3060 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd. Great location, some restriction apply. Call or stop in today.

Burlington. No pets/smoke. 3 bdrm, 1 ½ ba, compact W/D, W/S/G/recycle pd., 1 covered parking, extra storage, $875. Call 708-1721

2 bdrm, 1 ba duplex in S.W. garage, avail. April 1. No 1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals. smoke/pets. $800/mo. $700 Piazza Realty Property dep. 856-0828 or 708-2444 Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com 2 bdrm, 2 ba, S.W. parklike setting, new paint & carpet, large carport & yard, detached storage shed, $995/ mo. Yard care is included. Call Piazza Realty, Property Mgmt 360-424-7368.

M.V. Townhouse 2 bdrm, 2 ba, garage. No smoke/pets, $900/mo. 360-708-0316 or 360-856-4172.

MOUNT VERNON 55+ PARK Well maintained 1,234 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2 bath double-wide in active 55+ park in Mount Vernon (27th and Fir St.) with clubhouse and RV storage. Home features: newer roof, plumbing, vinyl windows, woodstove, upgraded appliances, 60" shower stall and E-Z care grounds, covered parking and patio, shed and next to green belt. Financing available and pets are welcome. $21,500. Call for details and private showing. Home is vacant. Move in ready! Call 425-327-9015 Towne or C.R.E.

New Construction! Pine Creek is an upscale centrally located new subdivision in Mount Vernon. Large lot. Open floor plans, great rooms, island kitchen, gas fireplaces. Flexible developer. Pick your plans, colors & your lot & go! This charming development has mountain views & is close to walking trails & park & near all amenities. Affordable luxury. One-of-a-kind opportunity. Open Home Tours Friday & Sunday 1:00-3:00. Hosted by Val Thomas from Preview Properties Skagit, 360-3330562. College Way east from I-5, north (left) on North 30th, subdivision 1/4 mile north on right.

One of a kind view! Amazing 10 ac setting. NW traditional 4 bdrm, 2 ½ ba home sits perched overlooking Skagit Valley & Camano, Whidbey & San Juan Islands. 3,052 sf. Beautiful open kitchen w/granite counters, walk-in pantry & maple cabinets. Master suite w/5 pc ba, walk-in closet. Soaring ceilings w/lrg windows, frplc w/marble, more! 24x24 shop & fenced pastures.

RENT-TO-OWN this BRAND NEW certified built green 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home in Sedro-Woolley. Enjoy lower utility bills and an easily maintained landscape. Some of the many green built features include ceramic tile, cork flooring, low flow dual flush toilets, low energy light fixtures, and a high efficiency natural gas furnace. For more information visit our website at skagitsolutions.com

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4 bdrm, 2.5 ba + den, living, family, dining, rec room, 2 car garage, 2 kitchens, fenced, storage, $1500. Pets, dep. negotiable. 421-7245 LA CONNER - 3BR/2BA Well-maintained 3BR/2BA house in downtown La Conner. Fenced yard. $850/mo. (206) 499-2580 leave message.

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY MARCH 23 12 P.M TO 3 P.M. 5226 WELLSPRING RD, MOUNT VERNON ! $207,000. CE S!

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45191 N. TILLICUM (LAKE TYEE), CONCRETE $17,900

Beautiful lot with private Lake Tyee for fishing, swimming, camping recreational use with easy lake access for your enjoyment. Located in the beautiful foothills of the high Cascade Mountains, lot overlooks a creek, has a firepit and a picnic table for enjoying barbeques and relaxation. Property includes a 1994 34 ft. Caril trailer w/ pop out, in great condition under cover. Lake Tyee Resort offers two saunas and a heated swimming pool at the community center. Richard Dickman MLS#458260 360-420-3155

Spacious 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath home on generous corner lot! 2 luxury main floor living areas w/gas fplace & 2nd flr bonus TV rm, just off master. Kitchen has all newer appliances. Hardwood & carpet floors throughout. Has 2 car garage & is close to shopping, schools, playfields & walking trails. MLS#436162. Sandy Everett T923789 to 85377 360-202-3706

1029 VISTA DEL MONTE ST, CAMANO ISLAND $273,000 1601 N WAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON

$450,000 7751 WILDE RD, CONCRETE

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Enjoy incredible panaramic Sound views from large newer cedar deck. MIL downstairs with full kitchen. Fully fenced yard. Cute garden shed. Fruit trees. Mature landscaping. Community beach and boat launch. MLS#452864

1508 LINDSAY LP #105, MOUNT VERNON

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Beautiful Condo 2 bedrooms plus a den. 2 bath rooms, Granite counter tops, vaulted ceilings, large tile master shower, Great floor plan. All on one floor with no steps. 2 car garage with Boudreau auto opener. Must see this one. MLS#394504 JoAnn 360-391-0746 KE

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Two four-plex tracts for $150,000 ea & one five-plex tract for $175,000. Building permit ready for thirteen (13) units. Or, administrative conditional use potential for prof/med offices. All utilities; incl off-site, fenced storm retention pond. Enjoy sunsets & Mount Baker view from this level 37,800 SF city tract. MLS#29133170

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Qualifies for USDA! Solid farmhouse with original wood moldings, coved ceiling and a rock fireplace, truly a traditional Washington home. A full basement with pantry area, spacious patio with gorgeous mountain views all around. A 2-car detached garage and a greenhouse complete the picture for down home country living. Home Brett Tacker was moved to this site in the 40’s. MLS#387113 360-840-7931

$75,000 1520 MEADOWLARK LN, MOUNT VERNON

$499,000

Mechanics Dream! 36x70 Shop designed & built by retired auto body shop owner, has bathroom w/shower & w/d! Covered RV prkg w/power & dump station. Unique, custom built 1568sf home w/bonus 1260sf unfinished basement/garage. Lg deck looks out to 3.17 acres w/ beautiful sunset views! MLS#426584

$349,900 36493 CAPE HORN RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

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New Sub-Division in great neighborhood! Close to schools and parks! Offering views of Little Mountain & Mount Baker ! Wetlands and wildlife nearby! Features: paved street, curbs, sidewalks! Utilities on property: water, sewer, gas and elec-tric! Cable is available too!

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23191 STATE ROUTE 20, LAKE MCMURRAY $489,900 Beautiful waterfront home offers lots of light, amazing views, & parklike approach! Home features 4 beds, vaulted ceilings, formal living & dining rooms & large kitchen. Daylight basement offers extra living space; kitchenette, office/ library. Dock, boat launch, 75’ waterfront! MLS#440278. Danya Wolf T156296 to 85377 360-708-8294

360.424.0300

4500 SQ. FT. CUSTOM HOME. Beautiful, spacious, striking custom design by Ladies Home Journal architectural editor. Many, many custom built ins; with each room a generous size. Three bedrooms, yet two family rooms, a den; each which could provide additional bedrooms. Two natural gas log fireplaces. Lots of light! One steps out onto expansive decking with beautiful views of the estate. SUBJECT TO BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT. 2+ additional acres available for a Danya Wolf total purchase price of $395,000.00. MLS#425689 360-708-8294

17774 TUKTUK , LACONNER

Spacious living, all on 1 level! Plenty of space (1ac) comes with this lovely home at the end of a long driveway. Large rooms complete with nice carpeting are found throughout. Home is right across the street from the River and property has great garden potential. MLS# 447728

$95,000 601 HONEYSUCKLE DR, MOUNT VERNON

Waterfront Cabin on Skagit Bay with terrific views of Whidbey Island and the Olympics. Perfect get-away. Enjoy fabulous sunsets from the Western facing deck. Wildlife paradise with eagles, blue herons and seals. Great kayaking. Currently used by owner as a retreat and vacation rental (approximately $8,000-$10,000 income per Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983 year). Leased land with B.I.A. MLS#454385

Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

$365,000

Beautiful one level home on corner lot in desirable, established Mount Vernon Hilltop neighborhood. Home features 6 beds, 3.5 baths and 3,025 sq. ft. of comfortable living! Large kitchen, dining and living areas; 2 car detached garage and shop area; ample off street parking and RV space. Home has been tastefully updated, providing disabled access to accommodate its recent Danya Wolf use as an Adult Family home. MLS#447835 360-708-8294

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