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BUYERS GETTING REAL ON SPACE PAGE 3

BUYING & SELLING NEW YEAR, NEW RULES PAGE 5

24116 N. WESTVIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON Windermere Real Estate 1030 E. College Way Mount Vernon 360.424.4901 • 800.849.7939

George Bellos gbellos@windermere.com Listing Agent (360)708-9762

$749,385

OPEN HOUSE 3/10 & 3/11 from 1-3pm 1000 ft. of composite deck, sprinkler system fed by well, large dock with new floats, boat lift with canopy, 30’x36’ 2-stall detached shop/garage with workshop & 3/4 bath, all on the sunny side of the lake. Beautiful home with large family room with gas stove & patio. Life time aluminum shingle interlocking roof, new vinyl windows, RV parking with 30 amp hookup, new gas furnace & 2 hot water heaters, new kitchen appliances.

Extensive use of composite wood flooring. MLS# 285378

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Q&A PRIME TIME PAGE 6

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GETTING REAL ON SPACE Forget the biggest house on the block. Today’s buyers just want

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a home that meets their needs – and their budget. After decades when a better home meant a bigger one, Americans have had their fill. Multiple surveys show consumer preference inching toward smaller homes. (cont. on pg. 3)

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TABLE of CONTENTS

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buyers: Getting Real on Space

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buying & Selling: New Year, New Rules Pg. 5

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Lawn & Garden: Shopping for a Garden Shed

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Q & A: Ask Our Broker

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$99,000

Rare, Nearly Level .38 Acre Building Site on Burlington Hill. This lot affords breathtaking views to the North, West as well as the East. MLS #107191 Call Ron, 333-1045

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$112,900

Paradise found! Come home to the peaceful setting you will find with this 2+ bd home. Large fenced backyard. Private setting surrounded by trees and great mtn. views. Won’t last at this price. MLS #325248 Call Mike, 540-1341

Sedro-Woolley

$130,000

Beautiful 4.29 acres of vacant land with private well. Skagit County approved septic. It is ready for your dream home! Great Location! MLS#202405 Call Pete, 708-6500

Stanwood

$195,000

THE GR EAT ESC APE

Sedro-Woolley Bow

$432,000

1600 sq. ft. rambler has an extraordinary views of the bay and the mountains. Huge lot, it sits on 2.75 of an acre. 2 bd/1ba with a family room.

Detached double car garage/shop over a large bomb/shelter area. MLS #314788 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Wilma Louia Owner 661-1631

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Dan Soria 348-6655

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Sedro-Woolley

$479,000

Awesome 3 BR, 2 BA home on 5.5 acres. Gourmet kitchen, open floor plan. Full in-ground pool, hot tub and outdoor kitchen. 38 X 58 shop with bath.

Fenced Acreage with 2 stall barn. Lovely setting, private but not too far out. MLS #232535 Call Debbie, 708-8780

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Mike Welling 540-1341

Burlington

$699,000

High traffic/Visibility Location. 3730 sq. ft. of office & retail space. Detached 5,880 sq. ft. warehouse. Zoned Heavy Commercial. Formerly housed Burlington Glass. #302281 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Michelle Mitzel 630-4423

$769,950

Spacious & private country style living on 6+ acres. 3400 SF home has 4 BR & 3 ½ Baths. 750 SF detached garage apartment. 20ft cathedral ceilings & large Anderson windows. Expansive wrap around porch. Raised flower & vegetable beds with your own 420 ft artesian well.

MLS #172040 Call Michelle, 630-4423

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Debbie Allen 708-8780

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This property is a MUST SEE! 40+ acres mostly flat with a gentle slope. Large pond with lots of building locations. There is a gravel road through the property. Power at the street. MLS #325270 Call Kirk, 770-7470

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$350,000

Full custom remodel in 2006, this home is better than new. Gorgeous custom granite counters throughout. Private deck off large master suite.

New vinyl windows. Beautiful Year Round Views and Sunsets. MLS# 29119600 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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BUYERS

Getting Real On Space

Forget the biggest house on the block. Today’s buyers just want a home that meets their needs – and their budget. fter decades when a better home meant a a bigger one, americans have had their fill Multiple surveys show consumer preference inching toward smaller homes.

The national association of Home builders reports that builders expect newly constructed homes to shrink to an average of 2,152 square feet in 2015. in 2007, Census figures show new homes peaked at 2,521 square feet.

The “McMansion” of the past decade may simply not be as in fashion as it was, speculates baker. now, a home that’s tailored to one’s needs, and conserves energy and expense is popular, he says.

That leaves homebuyers with the task of ascertaining how much space they really need now and in the years ahead, and what the real costs are for the space offered by a particular home. Here, advice for those who want to make a measured housing decision:

“The economy has scared people,” observes Assessing Needs darien, ill., architect Ken Zajac. “They might want as large a home as possible, but only if Consider the typical Generation X buyer it’s comfortable financially.” (aged about 31 to 46), probably a couple with one child.

“Home sizes always get somewhat smaller during recessions,” adds Kermit baker, an This demographic is the predominant force economist with the american institute of in today’s market, explains Mollie Carmichael, architects. “but this time it could be a longerprincipal of John burns real estate Consulting, term trend.” irvine, Calif.

a Gen X buyer usually moves to acquire more space but also wants to avoid buying excess footage. Moreover, Carmichael says her surveys show that “they want their space to provide more functionality, providing space for work from home and living.”

To get a realistic grasp on the problem, take a cue from architects, suggests baker.

“They do an exercise with clients called programming,” he explains, “asking for details about what the client likes and dislikes about his current living arrangement and what they anticipate wanting.”

Our hypothetical couple, for instance, may love the overall size of their kitchen, but the location of their current large island counter doesn’t allow for an eating table they’d like.

They would look for a kitchen that’s about the same size with a different configuration.

Finding a home that puts every inch to cont. pg 8

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BUYING & SELLING

New Year, New Rules Buyers and sellers are ‘getting real’ in 2012. Here’s what buyers are looking for, and how sellers are trying to appeal to them.

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ompared to a year ago, more than half of sellers (51 percent) are more willing to price their homes competitively, and 45 percent are more willing to change the appearance of their homes to entice potential buyers, according to a recent survey of 600 Coldwell banker real estate professionals. nearly all agents (94 percent) say sellers are de-cluttering their homes and making cosmetic updates like fresh paint and minor repairs prior to showings; more than half (59 percent) say clients are bringing in new décor or furniture to make their home look more appealing.

From the buyers’ standpoint, updated kitchens and bathrooms, and open floor plans, are the most important features for a new home. One-third of agents say a new or updated kitchen is the most important feature to buyers; 14 percent claim the open floor plan is most important, and 12 percent say a new or updated bathroom. Just 1 percent of agents said they believe entertainment rooms or finished basements were the most important.

Move Motivators

Conway

$189,000

Concrete

$215,000

Beautiful country living in Conway. Charming home has 2 bedrooms, 1.75 baths with new interior and exterior paint. New insulation under the floor and in the attic along with vinyl windows keep the home cozy.

Detached garage and storage shed included.

MLS#325678

Ron Proctor (360) 333-0303

Traditional farmhouse with original wood moldings, coved ceilings and a rock fireplace.

The home boasts a full basement, pantry and spacious patio with gorgeous views. 2-car detached garage and greenhouse complete the picture. MLS#236821

Brett Tacker 360-840-7931

La Conner

$275,000

Concrete

$89,950

Enjoy outstanding Mount Baker and Skagit River views from your living area and spacious deck. Quality, newer floor coverings and open floor plan make this a perfect year-round retreat with 2 bedrooms & 1 bath. A separate cabin has electricity and is plumbed. Priced to sell! MLS#289362

Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

The Coldwell banker survey also looked into the life events motivating people to buy: • 70 percent of agents surveyed said a new baby or growing family is the “most common” or a “very common” reason buyers search for a new home.

• 69 percent say relocation for employment reasons.

• 59 percent say marriage.

• 48 percent say divorce.

180degree view of Saratoga Passage, islands and incredible sunsets! 82 ft of sandy beach below Madrona trees, ready for your dream home. 0.435 acre, water and electricity available.

MLS#270671

360.424.0300 or 360.853.8888

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LAW N & G ARD EN

PRIME TIME QUESTION: I always thought the prime rate was the lowest interest level for borrowers with the best credit. Is this still true?

ANSWER: the “prime rate” traditionally has been seen as the best rate for the best borrowers. In the 1993 edition of the “language of Real estate” (kaplan, 2006), a standard industry reference written by attorney John Reilly, the prime rate is defined as “the minimum interest rate charged by a commercial bank on short-term loans to its largest and strongest clients (those with the highest credit ratings).” (author’s parenthesis.)

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Shopping for a Garden Storage Shed

today, the term “prime rate” is defined differently. Bank of america, as one example,

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By Peter G. Miller

explains that “the prime rate is

at 3.25 percent. this is a low

the rate of interest publicly announced from

rate by historic standards – the

time to time by Bank of america as its ‘prime

prime rate actually topped 21

rate.’ the prime rate is set by Bank of america

percent in 1980; in 1947 it hit

based on various factors, including the bank’s

1.75 percent.

costs and desired return, general economic

the prime rate can change

conditions and other factors, and is used as a

at any time, and individual lenders may elect

reference point for pricing some loans. Bank

to have different prime rates. For borrowers,

of america may price loans to its customers at,

the prime rate should be seen as a quickie

above, or below the prime rate.

way to look at general interest levels. the

“In some Bank of america loan

more important measure is to see what a

documentation, the term ‘reference rate’ has

specific mortgage costs in terms of interest, fees

been used to refer to this lending rate. the

and charges. as always, you’re best-served

terms ‘prime rate’ and ‘reference rate’ refer to

shopping for mortgages and letting lenders

the same rate.”

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torage space is often a coveted commodity. apartment dwellers s seek out more closet space, homeowners may desire more acreage, and even children may want more space for their toys and belongings. The purchase of a storage shed could alleviate some clutter issues and move items outdoors -- creating more space.

Household garages are no longer as popular for storing vehicles. instead, garages are used to store the extra items that do not fit inside the home. Many people even turn to self-storage units for extra storage space. according to the self storage association, the storage industry earned roughly $20 billion in revenues across north america in 2010. it has also been the fastest-growing segment of the commercial real estate industry for the last 30 years and is considered to be recession-proof.

Therefore, plenty of homeowners prefer something that has just as much aesthetic appeal as it does storage capacity. an unsightly shed can affect the overall appearance of a property, or even hurt the sale price for homeowners thinking about putting the home on the market. it's important to select a shed in a price range that also complements the style of he home so it coordinates with other features. some people choose to have a custom-built shed that can replicate the architectural style of the home and even features the same siding and finishing materials.

• Size: Sheds come in a variety of sizes, from compact lockersized sheds to large buildings that may even double as a garden room, pool room or kids' playhouse. Homeowners should keep in mind that the size of the shed may have to meet local municipality rules for additions or structural changes to a property. a larger shed Garden storage sheds present another place where individuals may require a permanent flooring material, such as concrete, and can keep items out of sight but easily accessible. as garages fill up may be subject to permit applications and inspections, whereas a with belongings quite quickly, many homeowners think about a shed smaller shed may not have such stringent requirements. Furthermore, purchase to at least keep outdoor lawn and garden essentials in certain towns actually may restrict the size and placement of a their own place. shed if it interferes with traffic visibility or impacts a neighbor in a negative way.

The process of purchasing a shed is not as simple as finding the least or most expensive type on the market. There are other factors • Siding materials: Sheds are constructed of various exterior that come into play when selecting a shed. materials. some of the more affordable options are metal or plywood and particle board. However, these materials can be • Appearance and design: Although the function of a shed is to easily compromised by rain and snow. The most maintenance-free store items out of sight, the shed itself will be in full view in a yard. materials are vinyl or molded PVC-type plastics. However, these cont. pg 8

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Getting Real (from pg. 3) good use has resulted in “ people really looking at a house more frequently before they purchase,” observes John Huggins, president of Coldwell Banker Legacy in Bowling Green, Ky. Counting and Comparing Generally, a bigger home will cost more than a smaller one in the same neighborhood, Huggins notes.

Now could be the time to sell a new home and earn a slice of the real estate pie.

Record-low interest rates and record-low housing prices are renewing interest in the floundering housing market for many people.

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Property taxes are likely to be higher on a bigger home than on smaller neighboring properties.

And, a large home that’s in a far-flung suburb could carry a relatively low price tag, but high commuting expenses.

When consumers estimate these various costs, often “they would trade size for a better location” to minimize transportation expenses, says Carmichael. Likewise, they look for floor plans that transform spaces – like eliminating a formal dining room – to get enough affordable living space, she adds.

Reading Energy Bills There’s only one rule of thumb regarding home size and energy, relates Jennifer Amann of the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy: A larger home probably requires more energy to heat and cool than a smaller one of the same vintage in the same municipality. “That’s because they were constructed with the same building code,” she explains.

Otherwise, larger homes constructed under codes encouraging efficiency, or larger homes where owners have made energy improvements, could have lower utility bills than smaller structures.

Buyers should ask sellers for a few months’ worth of utility bills, Amann suggests. And, some home inspectors can provide an energy evaluation. Use search function ASHI.org, home of the American Society of Home Inspectors. © CTW Features

Storage Shed (from pg. 7) may look like cookie-cutout units and may not have as much visual appeal. Cedar and wood are popular siding choices but won't be maintenance-free. They need upkeep and also tend to be more expensive. But the cost may pay for itself in durability as well as an attractive appearance.

• Minor enhancements: Touches like decorative architectural features, window boxes, shutters, or even simply planting shrubs and annuals around the shed can make it an integral part of the landscape instead of simply an

eyesore. Double doors will ensure large pieces of equipment can fit inside the shed. The addition of a pressure-treated ramp at the entryway provides easy access to the shed as well.

Storage sheds can provide muchneeded space for homeowners.

Certain features as well as cost need to be factored into the decision before purchase.

Homeowners should compare chain home improvement stores as well as private retailers to find a shed that is the best fit.

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1916 E Broadway, M.V. From College Way, go So. on 18th St. Immediately past new water park/ baseball field, left on Broadway to address on right.

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Central AC, remodeled kitchen, living room w/ wood-burning frplc. All kitchen/laundry appliances stay. Lrg covered patio, newer roof, RV parking, storage shed & Hot tub.

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OPEN HOUSE SAT AND SUN 10-3PM FOR SALE BY OWNERCOME BY AND SEE THIS BEAUTIFULLY REMODEL HOME AND HUGE SHOP ALL ON 0.81 ACRES IN SOUTH BOW! 9350 AVON ALLEN ROAD(NEAR INTERSECTION WITH COOK ROAD) FLAT AND DRY GREAT FOR GARDENING OR FARMING! $229,000.

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Classic 1940's home on the "Hill" in Mount Vernon. 4 bedroom, 2576 square feet, Swedish finish hardwood floors and two fireplaces.

Major remodel in 1985 and 2010. Low maintenance, fully landscaped yard with private patio. 3 car covered parking or shop. Easy access to I-5 and an easy walk to the park. #327293. $249,000.

Bill Ketcheside 360-391-2033 Preview Properties Skagit LLC

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

READY FOR BUSINESS! Prime Riverside Dr $319,000 Paved 21,780.00 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/MARIN ECRAFT/AIRCRAFT & ACCESS. Neighborhood (6R9) AUTO SALES/SERVICE FACILITIES. Reduced Price $319,000.

Contact: Terry Minor Email: terrycm@isomedia.com Phone: 360-428-5040 Website with photos : http://cmrvs.com/cmsale

Log house on 5 acre mini farm, large shop, stalls, hay storage, close to horse trails, covered deck, sun porch. You must look at this one! Realtors welcome. $289,000. 360-826-6124.

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1048 Cassius Ct, Camano Island The price on this property was just reduced $25,000. A great deal for the buyer who wants a beautiful, well built, custom home with one of the best views of Utsalady Bay, Mount Baker, Whidbey Island and LaConner. Located west of Interstate 5 through Stanwood, WA via State Route 532 bridge crossing to Camano Island.

Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS#: 292797 $550,000

5361 Park Ridge Place, Sedro Woolley Quality built home on 4.89 acres of manicured pasture, fenced and cross fenced, barn has 4 stalls, tack rm, water & power inside and out plus room for 4 tons of hay in the loft. Home is beautiful with rock fireplace, vaulted ceilings, large gourmet kitchen, manicured lawn and garden space is irrigated. Large master suite with large jetted tub and French doors to the patio.

Wired in generator. House is situated to enjoy sunsets as well as sunrises.

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS#: 300499 $480,000

15060 Fir Island Rd, Mount Vernon Beautiful home & barn w/clear views of Mt. Baker.Totally rebuilt in 1980 & updated in 2003 w/new roof,windows,addition & recently new granite counter tops.3 bdrms.2 ½ bathrooms,Master bdrm has 2 vanities,shower,& lg. soaking tub.2 lg. bdrms have bay windows & walk in closets.

Lg.deck, family rm,cathedral ceilings in living rm,wood stove.Play house w/ power,shop,wood/storage shed & 48’ x 36’ barn w/3 stalls & paddocks plus extra fenced pasture.Hay loft in barn plus lg. unfinished rec/game/ room.

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS#: 250358 $519,000

2021 N Laventure Rd #307, Mount Vernon 2 bedroom 2 full bathroom end unit with sliding doors all the way across the large living room for your entrance onto a large covered patio with territorial view in lieu of an adjacent condominium.Master bedroom has walk-in bath and 2 large closets.Second brm. has access to bth. plus hallway access.

Kitchen with granite counter top & thru wall serving to living room.

Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS#: 268662 $115,000

311 S 30th Place, Mount Vernon Beautiful custom home with 3 bdrms,2 ¾ baths, lg. laundry room, family room has wood stove & living room has gas fireplace,lg kitchen.Seller requests no inside photos but don’t let that stop you,this home is immaculate & has so much to offer. Loads of storage space.Shop in fenced backyard.Large windows off dining area look out to very private backyard oasis with new trex deck. Easily maintained yard.

Air conditioner installed.

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS#: 322715 $250,000

1126 Railroad Ave, Mount Vernon Nice one level home in downtown neighborhood. Covered porch leads to nice open living room, kitchen area. Recently updated kitchen with new appliances.

Foundation has also been updated. Extra room/space can be used as office or possible 3rd bedroom. Large fenced backyard with alley access.

Call Mike Whitney 360-421-4310 MLS#: 326298 $89,000

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SANDI RILEY 770-8670 1601 FOREST DRIVE, MT. VERNON $269,000

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684 BURLINGTON BLVD., BURLINGTON $294,500

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7136 N. WILDE ROAD, CONCRETE $259,000

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2610 E. SECTION STREET #35, (LITTLE MTN. ESTATES) MT. VERNON $95,000 2610 E. SECTION ST. #50, (LITTLE MTN. ESTATES)MT. VERNON $64,500 2725 E. FIR ST. #43 (PARK VILLAGE) MT. VERNON $26,500

BY APPOINTMENT, EASY TO SHOW •AFFORDABLE SENIOR LIVING AT IT’S BEST! OPEN PLAN & VERY “UPGRADED” •2 BD., 2 BA., COZY/ATTRACTIVE FAMILY RM. W/SLIDERS TO COVERED DECK •LARGE SHOP, AIR CONDITIONING, PARKLIKE & PRIVATE BACK YARD!

11453 BAYVIEW-EDISON RD., #23 MV $39,888 Fantastic 2008 Fleetwood in pristine condition with Padilla Bay views. Master with step-in-shower. Guest room, additional full bath. Large cedar deck. Open kitchen with all appliances. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #220167 1100 3RD ST., SDW $121,950 Cute, affordable 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Gas heat & fireplace. Greenhouse, storage shed & corner lot. Close to town.

Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #272362 1068 SINCLAIR WAY, BRL $139,000 Well maintained 1 level condo located in 55+ “The Cedars”.

User friendly kitchen with island & pantry, window coverings, 2 bedrooms with walk-in closets. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #275510 1220 E. SKAGIT ST, MV $224,900 Vintage Hillcrest 3 bedroom home, remodeled kitchen & bath.

All newer systems. Charm abounds with wood floors & large picture windows. 2 car garage. Close to Hillcrest Park! Call Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #318417 101 N. 30TH ST, MV $229,900 Large 4 bedroom Homestead home built in 2002. New interior paint & nearly new carpeting, 3 living areas, main floor master with separate entrance, fenced back yard with patio & beautiful landscaping, Pergo flooring & much more. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #288360 2010 SANDALWOOD, MV $230,000 Great rental history duplex sits on large lot. Each unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, washer/dryer, fireplace & 1-car garage.

Lower unit A with a partially fenced yard. Call Sherry Johansen at 708-3636. #60925 1033 NEZ PERCE DR., MV $264,900 Beautiful 1 level home with many upgrades located in Thunderbird. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, huge master closet. Den off the living room, gas fireplace, hardwoods & beautiful views.

Call Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 or Karine Anderson at 421-1189. #287381 6751 WORLINE RD, BOW $269,000 Great home on .75 acres located in Bow & out of the 100 yr flood plain! Many updates throughout including all new kitchen. Shop, deck, patio, RV parking with full hook-ups. More photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #282613 3710 BROADWAY ST., MV $289,900 Nice hilltop home on just over 2/3 acre. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2345 sq.ft. family & bonus room & 3 car garage. Sunny fenced back yard & 1/3 acre of private evergreen filled woods. More info & photos at skagitvalleyhomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #277733 2417 CROSBY DR., MV $339,950 Classic 1969 custom home by “Master Builder” Len Holmgren.

Gorgeous living/dining combo with rock fireplace & hardwood floors. Valley views. 5 bedrooms & 4,000+ SF. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #218717 8112 EMMANUEL LN, CON $349,000 2 story home on 5 acres of pasture with spectacular mountain views. 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths. Attached 2 car garage & 36x36 shop/barn with 10x14 & 8x7 doors. Call Alice Hanson at 7708791. #107634

325 ROSE CT., MV $389,900 Exquisite Tudor in Hill Top. 2651 sq.ft. of captivating charm, with 4 bedrooms & 2.5 baths on over 1/3 acre of blossoming landscape. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #311383 22578 S.R. 534, CONWAY $425,000 One of a kind home on 6.2 acres. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths plus large home office. House sits back from Hwy for privacy. 2 car garage. 18X36 in-ground swimming pool. Call Traci Gilbertson at 333-3479. #213565 6792 F & S GRADE RD., SDW $448,900 Car Collector’s Dream: garage space for 12 cars! Approx.2238 SF, 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths. Pond, 6+ acres, lower property w/ approx.740’of Samish River frontage. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #90077 3416 LINDSAY PLACE, MV $449,000 Custom Craftsman home. 4000+ sq.ft., with gorgeous master suite & huge kitchen with granite. Outdoor living area on covered deck. Huge finished shop in basement. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #28602 14307 ROADRUNNER LN, BRL $449,500 Beautiful 1-level home on 1 acre in Bay Meadows. A great floor plan with a grand entrance, high ceilings & upper-end finishes throughout. More info. & photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com.

Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #304877 14363 ROADRUNNER LN, BRL $512,000 4 Bedroom home in Bay View on just shy 1 acre. 3,100+ SF, formal dining, office, bonus room, great room & open floor plan. Butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, lg. island with granite counters & eating bar. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #307721

13576 BISQUET RIDGE LN, BOW $550,000 5 gorgeous level acres & the most amazing north valley views, Mt Baker & the Cascades! 2286 sq.ft., 3 bedroom, 3 bath rambler. Huge shop with heated office & RV bay. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #326269 1231 S. 10TH ST., MV $619,000 Completely restored 1929 home on nearly one acre with expansive views of the Skagit River, tulip fields & beyond.

Updated kitchen with cherry cabinets & granite counters. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #319380 17311 W. BIG LAKE BLVD., BIG LAKE $619,900 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 1045 BLACKBERRY LN., CAMANO ISLAND $915,000 2430 SF waterfront home. Large lot located at dead end with outstanding views of the Olympics, Mt. Baker & Sunsets. 70’ of waterfront. New metal roof, trex decking. Call Traci Gilbertson at 333-3479. #164059

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