Homes-Land Islander - November 2016

Homes~Land Islander

November 2016

Volume 34, Number 5

Serving Whidbey & Fidalgo Islands

Architecturally Designed View Home

offered by

Lisa Rogers • 306-929-5968 www.lisar.johnlscott.com

WHIDBEY ISLAND SOUTH

See Page 15

Beverly Beach Bungalow

offered by

Candace Jordan · 206-391-0189 www.CandaceJordanTeam.com SUPPLEMENT TO THE WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES

See Page 2

Keller Williams South Whidbey Island

Local Expertise • World Class Marketing

Whidbey Island

Keller Williams South Whidbey Island

Cover Story!

New! Beverly Beach Bungalow Delightful Cabin fronting 50’ on Community waterfront overlooks Holmes Harbor & Olympics to Mt. Erie & beyond! Custom 14x16 Paviliion, landscaped patio, view Gazebo terrace & deck awning exends living space. Beachside deck, mini-kitchen, kayak racks & fire pit! Stunning granite & stainless kitchen, Great Room & main level Master.

Garage/studio plans available! MLS #1038997 $725,000

New! June Beach Waterfront Get away to your cozy, chic Whidbey Island 100’ waterfront beach house & studio down a country lane on Holmes Harbor’s private June Beach! Expansive Deck & Stairs to swimming beach, kayaking, & crabbing! Vaulted living room, FP, T&G Pine & Cedar, Saltillo tile, Den, Dining, spacious Kitchen plus a 600sf water view Studio & Detached Garage!

MLS #1040212 $650,000

GUEST HOUSE Westside Waterfront Acreage 260’ Westside Waterfront over Useless Bay to sparkling Admiralty Inlet & Olympic Mountains with soaring eagles & epic sunsets! 4.6 Acre high bank retreat of sweeping grounds in a custom NW home & 6 bedroom guest house! Private yet just minutes from beaches, ferry & services! MLS #980288 $1,398,000

Live In Useless Bay Shores!

Delightful Craftsman in an exquisite beach community.

Centrally located to recreation, shopping & services on the sunny westside with epic sunsets, migrating whales, eagles & shorebirds! Open Great Room living, granite Kitchen, main level Master & view Guest Suite!

MLS #1031266 $635,000

Pending

New! Whidbey Island Country Retreat Meander a country lane to your private, 4 acre woodland home on a sunny rise with meadow, garden & trails close to the ferry & services! 2002 energy efficient remodel & natural light in a classic one leve! Great Room, chef ’s kitchen, cozy fireplace, stunning Master Suite, 400 sf Bonus Room & laundry/studio! Fenced garden, orchard, 625sf Shop & new Garage!

MLS #1034749 $565,000 SOLD!

Equestrian Acreage & Trails Sunny, private 10 acres in an equestrian community with a beautiful open design Craftsman home with hardwood floors, a sumptuous main level Master & upper Master.

Pasture & Saratoga Woods trails access!

MLS #978294 $698,000

CANDACE JORDAN Cell: 206-391-0189 cjordan@whidbey.com CandaceJordanTeam.com Photos by Stadler Studio

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100’ Holmes Harbor Waterfront Stunning NW timber frame with 23’ceilings, skylight & 2 story windows bring in light & sparkling water views. Newer stairs to bulkhead, beach & tidelands, beachcombing, fishing, crabbing & boating! Daylight basement suite & patio. Enjoy!!

MLS #809519 $619,000

Pending

Whidbey Island Equestrian or Estate Enchanting Custom Country Retreat on 10 private, sunny acres of fenced pasture & lush woodlands!

Craftsman details, Cook’s cherry & butcher block kitchen, stunning Living Room fireplace & Dining w/ French doors to terrace patio. Master Suite+ 3 BR’s, Den, Family & Rec rooms, spacious Yurt & Equestrian Barn near trails! Fiber Optics! Practice yoga, ride horses, create art, garden, write!!

MLS #929565 $748,000

Spacious Double Lot in Langley Offers Possibilities!

Live in Langley on a Double Lot! Detached garage with 1/2 bath & shop/storage! Living, Dining, Family Room & 4 Bedrooms all on one level with courtyard, garden, orchard, new roof & gutters, ductless heat, new flooring & lighting! Lovely farm outlook & possible 2nd story water views! MLS #1022660 $449,000

LAND! LAND! LAND! • Sunny Woodside Building Sites, So close to Langley!

MLS #63322 $112,000 & MLS #296035 $129,000 • Morningtown Lots in Freeland, Ready to build!

MLS #724172 $69,900 & MLS #875524 • Country Lane 5 level acres is sunny and lightly timbered. MLS #782723 $149,000 • Beach Community Building Lot MLS #974538 $59,000 • Saratoga Beach Acreages 2+ acre building lots with private beach access, survey, soil logs & well.

MLS #785047/785051 $95,000 & $99,000 • 5 Acres on sunny Goss Ridge MLS #934821 $119,000 • Beaver Creek Rural Community, 10 Acres - #951254 $285,000 OR 5 Acres - #949283 $150,000 • 2 Adjacent Sunny Coupeville 9+ Acre Parcels!

MLS #1024132/1024152 $139,000/$149,000

Connecting People & Places on Whidbey Island

Sandy Hook Building Lot! MLS #1036884 $110,000

Beachcombers View Double Lot! MLS #968009 $119,000

MISTY WARREN Cell: 360-544-2989 misty@whidbey.com Homes~Land ISLANDER

Whidbey Island

Coldwell Banker Tara Properties

Local Expertise with World-Wide Reach

www.cbtara.com cbtara@cbwhidbey.com 360-675-7200 360-331-6300 360-321-6400

Clinton – 180° west view of sunsets & ships from daylight rambler on triple lot. Open concept living w/enclosed solarium. #1041379 $649,000

Langley – 40’s era bungalow at Sandy Point on 1.3 acres. Includes separate 2 BR daylight basement apartment. #1041147 $329,000

Oak Harbor – Unique tri-level on 2.65 acres!

4 outbuildings, fruit trees and farm-ready fencing. Garage w/loft & storage. #1042433 $415,000

Freeland – Charming single level 2 BR + den on level acre. Covered deck, spacious rooms & beautiful landscaping. #1040642 $398,000

Oak Harbor – West Meadows 4 BR w/ San Juan view! Custom kitchen, upgrades throughout, & fenced backyard. #1039819 $324,900

Oak Harbor – Bayview West first floor 2 BR condo w/big rooms, covered patio & extra storage space. #1038409 $115,000

Greenbank – Charming 2 BR w/fenced backyard, peek-a-book water & mtn. view.

Lagoon Point amenities, too. #1036468 $249,990

Clinton – Westside view home w/upgraded kitchen, vaulted master in Possession Shores community. Beach access. #1014038 $399,900

Oak Harbor – 3 BR rambler on 5 private acres. 2 huge decks, fenced garden, & oversized garage/shop. #1003812 $396,850

Freeland – 3 BR view Craftsman bungalow @ Holmes Harbor. Sunny front porch & big back deck. #976577 $324,900

Oak Harbor – Surfcrest Beach no-bank waterfront 3 BR w/open floor plan & private beach. #925979 $975,000

Freeland – Immaculate Holmes Harbor 3 BR w/spacious kitchen & mature landscaped yard overlooking course. #914300 $329,000

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RE/MAX Properties

Kathi Phillips

CRS, GRI, Managing Broker kathi@onwhidbey.com

360.929.0206

Outstanding Agents, Outstanding Results Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

RE/MAX Acorn Properties, Inc. 32800 SR20 Suite 2 Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Public site for MLS: www.nwrealestate.com

Office: 360.679.4585 Toll Free: 800.225.0919

Happy Thanksgiving!

Live the life you love in this Contemporary Home on Whidbey Island. 3 bedrms & 2 1/2 baths w/ custom finishes throughout. Windows & skylights galore to watch the clouds drift by. 5 fireplaces & areas of new carpeting! Craftsmen built-in cabinetry in the office & kitchen. Well planned storage keeps everything handy but out of sight. Beautifully maintained landscaping coupled with fabulous views of Saratoga Passage. All this very near NAS Whidbey and more. This could be your dream home!

1563 POLNELL ROAD MLS# 1040368

OAK HARBOR $495,000

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Breathtaking is the word! Beautiful 3 bed, 2 ½ bath Rambler nestled in a park like setting.

This home has it all; open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, well-appointed kitchen with nook and granite countertops, formal dining, custom painting, large master has dual vanity, Jacuzzi style tub & shower and large walk in closet. Incredible outdoor deck w/ plenty of room to entertain or just hang out and enjoy the wonderful views.

Opportunity is knocking! Custom home near NAS Whidbey w/ 3 beds & 2 baths. $5000 flooring allowance! Wood accents include large Japanese style tub. Incredible sun porch off dining & living room. Large garage w/ attached shop. 2.5 acres of mature landscaping. Additional 2 story auxiliary dwelling unit, finished w/ over 2000+ sq. ft. 3/4 bath downstairs & 1/2 bath up w/ 3 separate entrances. Perfect for hobbies and more. You have got to see this place. You won’t believe the possibilities!

4674 TOAD LANE MLS# 1010798

1291 E HIDEAWAY LANE MLS# 1021666

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Great opportunity for you to own a building along Pioneer Way in Oak Harbor! 3760 sqft of retail or office space with air conditioning on main level, 760 sqft of storage on lower level AND an additional 1040 sqft of retail or office space on lower level. You even own the parking lot out back! Incredible potential for rental income or a great locale to showcase your new business. Very near NAS Whidbey’s Seaplane base. Outstanding location, incredible visibility. Don’t let this pass you by!

721 SE PIONEER WAY MLS# 940617

OAK HARBOR $425,000

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Directory

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November 2016

Volume 34, Number 5

Serving Whidbey & Fidalgo Islands

DIRECTORY Alaska USA Mortgage..........................................................................................................18 Certified Residential Specialist............................................................................................17 Coldwell Banker Tara Properties.....................................................................................3, 8-9 Envoy Mortgage.....................................................................................................................7 Island Brokers Realty...............................................................................................................7 John L. Scott Real Estate Anacortes �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6 John L. Scott Real Estate Whidbey Island South......................................................... Cover, 12-16 Keller Williams South Whidbey Island...................................................................Cover, 2, 10 People’s Home Loan Center.................................................................................................23 RE/MAX Acorn ......................................................................................................................4 Wells Fargo .........................................................................................................................11 Whidbey Buyers Realty.......................................................................................................19 Whidbey Island Bank............................................................................................................9 Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey ��������������������������������������������������������������������� 20-22 Whidbey View Homes.........................................................................................................24

Agent Deadline to Advertise in the December 2016 Homes~Land Islander Friday, November 4, 2016 For Advertising Information Contact Tamra Sipes tel (360) 914-0800 or whidbeymarketing@comcast.net • www.homeslandislander.com ©

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All real estate advertising in this magazine is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” This magazine will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this magazine are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777.

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Anacortes

John L. Scott Real Estate

Karen Petersen, ABR, SRES

Brenda Harter

karenpetersen@johnlscott.com

brendaharter@johnlscott.com

360-202-0643

360-770-5178

3201 Commercial Ave • Anacortes

NEW LISTING!

LOWBANK WATERFRONT! - 100’ private waterfront on Fidalgo Islands most desirable beach. Timeless shingled home with simple elegance and every modern convenience.

Custom built main level living with abundant natural light and the best sunsets.

Epicurean kitchen opens to indoor and outdoor living/entertaining areas. Expansive yard, flagstone sport court, large amphitheater style fire pit, multiple decks and patios.

Launch your kayak or paddle board from your front yard! This property exemplifies the waterfront lifestyle! #1003767 $1,395,000

PRICE REDUCED

QUIET ANACORTES NEIGHBORHOOD - This 2 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath home has a large living room with a gas fireplace. Rec room, bonus room downstairs and a flex room upstairs. The large deck is perfect for entertaining friends. Partial water view and room to build a garage. #1028041 $257,000

BURLINGTON RESIDENCE - Spacious home in the heart of downtown Burlington.

Downstairs boasts of Master Bedroom & 2nd Bedroom, full bath, living room, dining room & family room. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms & full bath with Bonus room Large backyard and 2 car garage. Close to shopping, parks and schools on a Corner lot! Flood Ins $280/yr. #971515 $337,500

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LOT 2

GUEMES ISLAND GETAWAY- Serene setting on Guemes Island. Main level living, large family room, 2 bedrooms and bath upstairs. Brand new roof! Enjoy Island life with beaches, boat launch andbuoy moorage. Only a 5 minute ferry ride! #974854 $249,000

HOLIDAY BOULEVARD - Two beautiful adjacent lots on Guemes Island. Fairly level & some trees are cleared. Water share available. Buy both for large building site. Only an 8 minute ferry ride. Come relax and enjoy the peace of the Island!

#507933 $28,000 #507953 $28,000

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY IN CONCRETE - Own your business in the beautiful city of Concrete! Located on Main Street, this Historical approx. 8000 sq. ft building reaches out to many customers every day. Come and own the local liquor/ convenience store while collecting rents from a 3000 sq. ft, 3 bedroom apartment upstairs and a quaint beauty salon next door. #958610 $295,000

LOT NEAR CLEAR LAKE - Almost 4 acres of Recreational Property with Clear Lake & Skagit River just down the hill for fishing! Power is available.Nestled among beautiful, plentiful trees to create a peaceful setting. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for a weekend get away place! #965250 $55,000

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Island Brokers Realty

Anita Anderson-Johnson Des. Broker - Island Brokers Realty LLC Integrity and Professionalism Since 1978

Office: 360-679-1591 Cell: 360-632-0898 Fax: 360-675-0665 anita@islandbrokersrealty.com islandbrokersrealty.com

OAK HARBOR - You will love it here!

Don’t miss this wonderful 10± acre estate on beautiful North Whidbey.

Quality built home with open floor plan that includes many extras: Lovely maple kitchen cabinets, granite counters and high end stainless appliances. Brings you horses or livestock. Seasonal ponds, gently rolling pasture framed by mature native trees. Shop is 48x36 parks many vehicles and has 10x36 guest room. RV spot with hook up.

MLS #825828 $574,999

PRICE REDUCED

PRICE REDUCED

10 ACRES!

SHOP

PRICE REDUCED OAK HARBOR - Truly a spacious 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath property with a total 1776 square feet living space.

Large enclosed patio off second story with stair to backyard. Completely fenced front and back yard.

MLS #1015842 $279,900

SHOP

20 ACRES!

OAK HARBOR - Exceptionally Gracious! This property will literally take your breath away.

A wonderful Whidbey Island estate to behold situated on 20 secluded acres with so many amenities: Gourmet kitchen with open concept to living room and solarium, library, formal dining room, enormous master suite. Custom hardwood floors, cabinetry, trim and bookcases.

Beautiful gazebo spa, greenhouse & humongous shop. Ideal acreage for horses or other animals.

Achievement has its own rewards and this may be yours? MLS #968391 $1,349,900

Envoy Mortgage, Ltd. NMLS #6666 State Lic. WA-CL-6666

• Conventional • FHA • VA • USDA • JUMBO • Refinance • “Seasoned professionals with over 25 years of Mortgage Lending experience, specializing in VA Loans”

Scott Fromme Sr. Mortgage Banker NMLS #409800 office 360-639-4780 cell 360-969-2317

sfromme@envoymortgage.com

Sandra Farley

Laura Fromme

sfarley@envoymortgage.com

lfromme@envoymortgage.com

Home Loan Processor office 360-639-4775

Loan Originator Assistant office 360-639-4780

520 E. Whidbey Ave, Suite 107 • Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360.639.4780 • www.envoymortgage.com Homes~Land ISLANDER

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Coldwell Banker Tara Properties

Award Winning Energy Efficient Homes in Langley

Smaller Houses for Smarter Living

Clover Court The Betty 912 square feet 2 bedroom, 1 bath

$365,000 Connect to What Matters

cbtara@cbwhidbey.com

Like us on Facebook and check out our blog at www.LangleyHighlands.com

360-221-1026

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Coldwell Banker Tara Properties / Whidbey Island Bank

Whidbey Island

Marchele Hatchner, REALTOR Coldwell Banker Tara Properties

Call Marchele TODAY!

360-320-3076(cell) marchele@cbwhidbey.com

or 331-5976

Experience… offers Perspective!

www.HatchWhidbey.com

Sandy Point Rd, Langley - This duplex on 1.4 acres near the heart of Langley offers both privacy and opportunity!

Both units have 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. With a bit of spiffing you can meet the strong demand for rental housing. Opportunity to subdivide up to 3 additional parcels too. Call for details- #1040728 $329,000

Hansen Dr, Clinton - Peaceful retreat- with outstanding view. Minutes to ferry for the ‘big city’ or stay local with nearby services. Mostly enjoy sunrises, moonrises and birdsong for this end of road location. #929351 $205,000

Cedar Valley Way, Clinton - 10 acres - A world away from hustle and bustle. The north edge of this rich diverse Northwest woods is an old lake where you find additional habitat on the Osprey friendly neighborhood. Marked trails and numerous building sites- check it out to pick yours! Want more land? Additional acreage available too. #970680 $175,000

Frostad Rd, Oak Harbor - Buy the Farm! These 33 acres have room to roam, a barn with 4 stalls plus room for shop, hay, projects and more. Partially fenced pasture, some woods, a creek, outbuilding for storage, a private well AND a two bedroom home! #1005497 $317,500

Sandy Point Rd, Langley - Character, charm and the patina of days gone by in this 40’s era bungalow. Your chance to bring back the glory days of this 1572 sq foot home on 1.4 acres. Bonus 1192 sq foot apartment in the daylight basement for additional revenue and (not too) future subdivision. #1041147 $329,000

View Rd, Langley - Hard to find ready to go building lot within a mile of Langley city limits. You can enjoy the seasons even more as you must daily pass the Comfort Vineyard on your way home! With standard soils for economical septic system, a paid for water share, telephone and power what more could you want? #975243 $64,000

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Keller Williams South Whidbey Island

Cell: 425-446-2380 suzannel@whidbey.com www.suzanne-leisher1.kw.com 14596 State Route 525, Langley

Serving you on South Whidbey Island from Langley’s Bayview Corner Crossroads!

Pending

Live the Whidbey lifestyle full time or seasonally in the Sandy Hook Beach Community & enjoy boating, clamming, crabbing, fishing, the swimming pool & tennis courts.

MLS# 1033570 $440,000

New Listing!

Visualize and build your dream home on this level view lot with panoramic water, mountain & city light view.

MLS# 768794 $105,000

Your Island Retreat awaits!! The perfect remodeled cedar cabin on 3+ private, open acres with a pond, orchard & woodlands is adjacent to Trillium Woods’ miles of maintained trials! Horses Welcome!

MLS# 1034869 $449,000

Pending

Lone Lake Waterfront: Enjoy sunsets and lake front living. Popular open floor plan. Cooks kitchen with large island, granite & stainless steel appliances.

MLS# 928281 $469,500

Solitude in the Woods: Welcome to you peaceful, serene Lodge Pole Pine cabin surrounded by 4.75 woodland acres at the end of a Whidbey Island country lane!

MLS# 1020762 $420,000

Turn to the pros Many people are unsure of how to proceed when the time comes to buy or sell a home.

Real estate professionals can provide all the advice you need during this important time in your life. These licensed professionals have solid training and background in the real estate market and in negotiating transactions.

They have a professional obligation to be transparent and maximize the negotiating power of their clients.

Realtors are experts in the local real estate market and can thus appreciate the nature and the value of the property you want to acquire or sell. They are also recognized for their technical and legal skills. In short, they will accompany

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Lone Lake Waterfront: Enjoy full time or seasonal Whidbey Island living on your 57’ no bank Lone Lake waterfront. Easy one level living in a newly constructed 3 Bedroom home on a premier fly fishing lake with sailing, kayaking and stunning sunsets!

MLS# 980283 $506,900

Trust the experts

you through every step involved in acquiring or selling a home, choosing the most suitable insurance, or drafting a purchase agreement with the best possible terms.

With the help of a real estate agent, you won’t have anything to worry about when selling your home. Whatever your constraints or timeline, your agent will build a plan of action with you in order to sell your property at the best price possible. They will carry out an evaluation of your home, advise you on how to present it in the best possible way, and select potential buyers. All types of advertising will be used to ensure the visibility of your home, including displaying it in real estate offices and in the print media and on the Internet.

Whether you’re selling or buying a home, a real estate agent will make sure that the experience is a positive one for you.

PHOTO: JUPITERIMAGES / THINKSTOCK

Keller Williams South Whidbey Island

SUZANNE LEISHER

A realtor will help you to negotiate the purchase or sale of a home.

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Wells Fargo Bank

Mortgage rates are still low.

How can we take advantage?

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Talk to a home mortgage consultant to help understand your home financing options.

With low mortgage rates, now may be a great time to think about purchasing or refinancing. And with the dedicated help and support of a Wells Fargo Home Mortgage consultant, you can gain a better understanding of your home financing options by using the tools and support they have to help you make informed home financing decisions.

To learn more, call or stop by to start a conversation today.

Theresa Jenkins Home Mortgage Consultant 361 SE Pioneer Way Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Office: 360-679-6684 Cell: 360-746-9759 theresa.jenkins@wellsfargo.com www.theresajenkins.com NMSLR ID 1061029

Amanda Remmen Home Mortgage Consultant 5588 South Harbor Ave Freeland, WA 98249 Office: 360-331-5952 Cell: 425-508-3507 amanda.remmen@wellsfargo.com www.wfhm.com/amanda-remmen NMLSR ID 940492

Information is accurate as of date of printing and is subject to change without notice.

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage is a division of Wells Fargo Bank, N. A. Š 2015 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. NMLSR ID 399801. AS1730579 Expires 1/2017

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KNOWLEDGE ~ SERVICE ~ RESULTS

CHERYL KEEFE Broker/Owner

John L. Scott Real Estate/Whidbey Island South

“Providing Outstanding Service and Excellent Results.”

Office: 360.221.1828 • Cell: 206.930.7316 cheryl@whidbey.com • www.cherylkeefe.com NEW LISTING

LIGHT AND BRIGHT Poised on a quiet street & large corner lot with community beach access and amenities sits this newly updated cedar shingled charmer.

MLS# 972462 $260,000

John L Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village

PRICE REDUCED

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a slice of Maxwelton’s sandy, westside shore. Charming cabin to enjoy now or build future dream home. Fish, crab, kayak just outside your door.

Boathouse too.

MLS# 1014364 $699,000

SIMPLY UTOPIA Sensational custom waterfront home with mesmerizing views of the Olympics, shipping lanes, world-class sunsets and your own 78± ft. dock is clearly a boaters dream.

MLS# 1006942 $849,000

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 101 1ST STREET, LANGLEY See additional information and listings at www.cherylkeefe.com MLS# 870698 $745,000 MLS# 870692 $525,000 MLS# 870696 $275,000

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Whidbey Island

John L. Scott Real Estate/Whidbey Island South

John L Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village

Happy Thanksgiving!

~Cheryl, Gracie & Otis

KNOWLEDGE ~ SERVICE ~ RESULTS

2016 is slowly coming to an end & we will be reporting the highest number of homes sold in the last 10 years on South Whidbey. We still have plenty of Buyers looking to buy, but too few choices.

If you are thinking of selling in the next 6 to 12 months now is the time to start planning.

Give me a call, or shoot me an email and we can start the conversation.

Office: 360.221.1828 Cell: 206.930.7316 cheryl@whidbey.com www.cherylkeefe.com

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO PLAN AHEAD. IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING, GIVE US A CALL! Homes~Land ISLANDER

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John L. Scott Real Estate/Whidbey Island South

Happy Thanksgiving from our home to yours!

~Team Langley

• Stop by anytime for a visit • Catch up on local happenings & what’s new in the Real Estate Market • 360-221-1828, Call us!

Customer Service is #1 ~ World Class Upstream Marketing Proven Results ~ Giving Back to our Community

John L Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village

KNOWLEDGE ~ SERVICE ~ RESULTS

Whidbey Island

JOHN L. SCOTT ~ TEAM LANGLEY

Cheryl Keefe Broker, Owner 206-930-7316

Steve O’Sullivan Designated Broker 425-212-8922

Anne Haines Broker 425-308-2644

Annemarie Catlett Broker 360-221-7588

Dan Gulden Broker 206-854-3150

Karen White Broker 360-544-2380

Kim Kramer Broker 360-914-0105

Lisa Rogers Broker 360-929-5968

Kelley Miles Office Manager, Broker

Shannon Ware Administrative Assistant

Terri Doucette Administrative Assistant

Stacie Johnson Bookkeeper

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Whidbey Island

John L. Scott Real Estate/Whidbey Island South

John L Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village

Lisa Rogers Real Estate Broker lisa@whidbeyisland.com 360-929-5968 PRICE REDUCED

SHIPPING VIEW ROAD, FREELAND mls 1014154 $265,000 2BR, 2BA manufactured home on shy acre. Spacious shop has 3 bays (2 tall) & additional finished room.

Covered porches, privacy and western exposure for all day sun. Fruit trees and plant a garden!

OCEANSIDE DRIVE, GREENBANK mls 1012696 $499,000 Diamond in the Rough!

Lagoon Point Home features newer dock on canal and fantastic views of the Shipping Lanes and Olympic Mts! 3BR/2BA home has open floor plan and 2 car garage.

Just down the street from the community beach access!

Fish from the shore!

PRICE REDUCED LAGOON POINT ROAD, GREENBANK mls 972519 $389,000 Well maintained home on 1.5± acres. Pretty wooded setting with privacy.

Separate mother-in-law unit downstairs. Two car garage, carport, fenced yard area and Generac!

NORTH BLUFF ROAD, GREENBANK mls 969122 $189,000 3.43 acres with 1600 sqft ± shop! Driveway is in, well site approved and soil logs!

Come build your Whidbey dream home!

VASHON DRIVE, GREENBANK mls 1038044 $649,000 Architecturally designed home captures views and light, 3BR, 2BA detached 2 car garage, infrastructure in place to build a studio or mother-in-law. There are finish and trim work details yet to be completed.

NOBLECLIFF PLACE, LANGLEY mls 934957 $509,000 Downtown Langley location with partial views of Saratoga Passage with 3BR, 3BA.

KNOWLEDGE ~ SERVICE ~ RESULTS

CAMPBELL ROAD, CLINTON mls 1030652 $249,000 Major fixer home and barn on 4+ acres. Sunny property with a mix of open space and woods.

ON THE COVER! LYNNE DRIVE, FREELAND $439,000 3BR, 2BA home with views of Holmes Harbor! Updated interior, fenced back yard, carport & garage! Sweet location close to the Freeland Park and downtown amenities. mls 1040624

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO PLAN AHEAD. IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING, GIVE US A CALL! Homes~Land ISLANDER

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Whidbey Island

John L. Scott Real Estate/Whidbey Island South

KNOWLEDGE ~ SERVICE ~ RESULTS

DAN GULDEN

• Primary Residence • Vacation Home • Investment Property

Cell: 206.854.3150 Office: 360.221.1828 DanG@johnlscott.com www.DanG.johnlscott.com

It’s Fall but it’s still a great time to list your property!

CALL ME TO ARRANGE A COMPLIMENTARY MARKET ANALYSIS AND PRICE REVIEW! “Dan stood out immediately as he began gathering information on the properties we were interested in viewing. As a Whidbey local Dan was able to provide insight to help us determine the best location for our needs. Dan went above and beyond his duties to ensure we had all the information we needed. We are so thankful to Dan for all the work he did for us. We can now not only say we now a Realtor on the island, but now can say that we highly recommend a Realtor on the island and that is Dan Gulden.”

– Jessica & Greg “Dan knows the island well and is great at helping you picture yourself in a new home. We appreciated the way he guided us to make the choices that were best for us.”

- Janae & Kelly “Dan truly enjoyed helping us get a great house and offered advice for navigating a competitive market. Dan has lots of clients but he was available and quickly returned calls to answer questions, we always felt like a priority. We will definitely call Dan for any real estate needs in the future.”

- Laura & Steven

John L Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village

Huge Price Reduction!

SOLD!

Lovely building lot overlooks verdant Holmes Harbor Golf Course to the protected, sparkling waters of Honeymoon Bay. Enjoy sunrises & sunset colors on the harbor. Build in a neighborhood of quality homes near the services, shopping, eateries and recreation of Freeland with its public beach, boat launch & playground. Stroll the course to the local café and enjoy the harbor from the dock! Freeland Water, PSE power and Holmes Harbor sewer is available and in the street.

MLS #861032 $89,900

SOLD!

MLS# 935720

$948,000

MLS# 868327

MLS# 1013597

$162,000

SOLD!

SOLD!

$525,000

MLS# 939631

$598,000

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Certified Residential Specialists

CE R TIFI

John D Joynt

360-346-0017

john@johnjoynt.com Washington CRS Vice President 2016 Keller Williams South Whidbey Island Langley, WA

Wayne Locke

360-929-0226

wayne@wayneonwhidbey.com Coldwell Banker Tara Oak Harbor, WA

Geri Morgan

360-929-5910

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Barbara Golub

425-941-1481

gmorgan@whidbey.net Coldwell Banker Koetje Oak Harbor, WA

bgolub@whidbey.com Windermere/South Whidbey Langley, WA

Kathi Phillips

Charlene Arnold

kathi@onwhidbey.com RE/Max Acorn Properties Oak Harbor, WA

carnold@whidbey.com Coldwell Banker Tara/Freeland Freeland, WA

360-679-4585

360-331-6300

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sheila@sheilaonwhidbey.com Coldwell Banker Tara Oak Harbor, WA

cjordan@whidbey.com John L. Scott, Whidbey Island South Langley, WA

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Anita Anderson-Johnson

steves@whidbey.com Windermere/South Whidbey Langley, WA

anita@islandbrokersrealty.com Island Brokers Realty Oak Harbor, WA

360-929-7226

206-819-3411

206-391-0189

360-679-1591

The CRS is the highest designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field and recognizes their professional accomplishments in both experience and education.

In Washington State only one in 27 real estate agents is a Certified Residential Specialist. Nationally only about 4% have the CRS designation. CRSs are involved in over 25% of all transactions nationwide.

The Council Of Residential Specialists is an affiliate of the NATIONAL ASSOCATION OF REALTORSÂŽ

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Alaska USA Mortgage

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Windermere Real Estate | South Whidbey

360-331-6006

360-221-8898

5531 Freeland Ave. Freeland, WA 98249

223 Second St. Langley, WA 98260

Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey

Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey

SARATOGA BEACH $160,000

This is a must see to appreciate! The house sits on over 1/2 acre of privacy and peace in a wonderful neighborhood. Saratoga Beach rights, boat launch and more amenities await. #1040265 Elizabeth Steel 360-682-8028

FREELAND $459,000

Westside sound and mountain views from this charming home just a quick stroll to gated beach access for a day of beach activities. Open floor plan, master on main, deck + 2-car garage. Just perfect! #1032611 Dana Bieber 360-239-0328

LANGLEY $515,000

Impeccably remodeled custom home nestled in a sunny clearing. Great room concept with vaulted ceilings, hardwoods, distinctive lighting and top-notch finishes. Simply unforgettable. #1040277 Carol Hanson 206-755-8741

USELESS BAY $699,500

Back beach homes just steps away from Useless Bay beach. Features include expansive decks, stainless appliances, solid surface countertops, stone fireplace, 2-stall garage + more. Community amenities. #1036335 Dan Fouts 360-969-5957

FREELAND $799,000

Updated 3 BR daylight rambler with lots of space for everyone. Nearly 5 acres total with approximately 4 acres of pasture. Southern exposure with views all the way to Seattle & Mt Rainier. #958591 Steve Strehlau 206-819-3411

SANDY POINT $1,150,000

Gorgeous Craftsman on 1.7± private acres with sound views. Cherry floors, Hawaiian fossil stone counter tops, deluxe lighting, alder wood trims and cabinets + guest cottage. #1019226 Bryan McCourt & Nancy Rowan 360-221-8898

VACANT LAND

LANGLEY - $39,900 Forested 1.3± acre parcel with nice firs and cedars. Well pollution control radius has been approved by Island County which will allow for nice building site. Well estimate approximately $10,000. Manufactured home allowed. #1034487 Steve Strehlau 206-819-3411 GREENBANK - $115,000 Gently sloping 3.85± acreage lot situated in custom home area. Water on site, septic permit in hand. Multiple outbuildings, a covered shelter and large concrete pad in place. #1038068 Lori Ferrario 360-969-6118 FREELAND - $184,900 20± wooded acres perfect for the buyer looking for both privacy and convenience and/or for the investor/ developer wanting to create a small community. Close to Freeland. #1029361 Kevin Lee & Alicia Dietrich 360-331-6006

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Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey

Louis Muniz

CELL 360.969.1028

louismuniz@windermere.com www.louismuniz.com Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey

Smugglers Cove, Freeland

An awe inspiring 300Âą ft of sun-drenched waterfront awaits on over 8 acres of beauty & privacy. This single-level home spans over 4000 sf and incorporates both modern luxury and the feeling of casual island living all in one breath.

MLS# 971003 $1,899,000

SALE PENDING

Goatsbeard Lane, Clinton Deer Brush Road, Greenbank

Come and build your dream home on this quiet water & mountain view lot. Peaceful and sunny setting facing the Cascades and Saratoga Passage. MLS# 677899 $99,900

FiveÂą lush acres of forested land await your island abode. Corners marked, power/ telephone lines are in. Water share with the Possession Shores w/ access to private beach, picnic area and boat launch.

MLS# 974436 $289,000

Saratoga Road, Langley

LOT 1 Heggenes Road, Clinton

Welcome to Olin Estates on classic Heggenes Rd. Beautiful acreage lots cleared, level and ready for your home plans. Seller financing available. Lot 1: MLS 857048 $125,000

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LOT 2 Heggenes Road, Clinton

Welcome to Olin Estates on classic Heggenes Rd. Beautiful acreage lots cleared, level and ready for your home plans. Lot 2 has septic and well installed. Seller financing available.

Lot 2: MLS 857126 $179,000

Both light and space encompass this 3.2+/acre property. Located between the amenities of Langley and Freeland on beautiful Saratoga Road in a serene and private setting. This 1782+/- sq ft home boats of fabulous open floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, spacious kitchen, dining space and both a living room and family room.

MLS# 1036407

$229,500

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Windermere Whidbey Island

Irene Echenique | Broker (425) 328-0217 irenee@windermere.com www.whidbeyisland.withwre.com

5 S. Main St., Coupeville, WA 98239 Windermere Real Estate/Whidbey Island

Heart of Ebey’s Reserve - Imagine living in beautiful historic Ebey’s Reserve. This unique parcel features two 1200 sq. ft. homes on almost 5 acres. One is finished; you can live in it while finishing the other. Great location, southern exposure, west side shipping lanes and Mt. Rainier views. These homes offer so much potential! You can use as a mother-in-law unit, or have rental income. Large fenced garden, trek decking on both homes, a 2-car garage with wood shop and 1/2 bath, plus a 3-space carport. What are you waiting for?

MLS 1034684 $499,000

Libby Hayward

5531 Freeland Avenue, Freeland o.360.331.6006 c.360.678.6677 libby@whidbey.com Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey www.Windermere.com

Baby Island Home

Enjoy wide-angle spectacular mountain, water and island views from a high bluff home with 75± feet of frontage. Built in 1947, this one-level home has two bedrooms and two full baths, plus open living/dining and kitchen areas. Most rooms have outstanding views.

Complete with a brick fireplace, den/solarium room, abundant view windows and an expansive deck. Partially finished room under deck has sink for your hobbies, crafts or storage. This property is a stunning place to enjoy island life!

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Whidbey View Homes

Rare opportunity for an 6+ acre estate consisting of 3 tax parcels for protected views & maximum privacy.The Residence has been mostly updated & remodeled inside and out. Open floor plan. Chef’s Kitchen. Trex deck. Beautiful! The 5.15 acre view parcel/site is a Nature Lovers’ Sanctuary & features a barn, many out buildings, and is beautifully set up for farming, animals & hobbyists.The 2 buildable, view parcels in front are part of Sunrise Hills and provide forever view protection. A must see!

MLS # 1041167 $549,000

Fabulous 226’ no/low bank waterfront home next to the Long Point community. Beautiful 180 degree coastline, Penn Cove, Saratoga Passage & Mt. Baker/Cascades views.The home was built with superior construction details and structural integrity in mind. 50 year roof was installed several years ago. Trex deck. Many other updates. A few miles to downtown Coupeville’s historic waterfront district. A true sanctuary from life’s hectic pace. MLS # 942912 $1,295,000

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