Real Estate in the San Juan Islands - December 2018 Real Estate Guide

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Supplement to the Journal, Sounder & Weekly Publications • December 2018

Photo: Tate Thomson

www.orcasislandrealty.com 360.376.2145

PO Box 171 Eastsound, WA 98245

Waterfront Farmhouse in Eastsound

Spectacular West-Facing Water View Property

Active marine and summer sunset views with boardwalk to a rare low bank gravel beach and mooring buoy. Traditional 1997 waterfront farmhouse on 1.5 level Eastsound acres. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus a studio with 3/4 bath, private deck and separate entrance. Level orchard, fenced mature gardens with several out buildings.

Large country kitchen with family room, claw foot tub, pine hardwood floors, tile counters, spacious water view decks on both levels, garage. Transient rental permit with excellent income.

Truly spectacular west-facing water views from this beautiful Buck Mountain land.

Amazingly peaceful and private four acres, with access road and large level building area already in place. Well, power and phone at building site. Current San Juan county approved septic design. Property is adjacent to Eastsound Water land and near Moran State Park, neither of which are available for development.

MLS#: 1385667

MLS#: 1389825

Marcela Barrientos

$1,350,000

Wendy Thomas

Suzana Roach

Deb Jones

Lisa Botiller Wolford

Mary Clure

Locally Owned and Operated

$315,000

Asya Eberle

Victoria Shaner

Jane Carhart

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1. 2.5 ACRES ABOVE DEER HARBOR MARINA #1095650 $225,000 2. VINTAGE HOME IN EASTSOUND #1362620 $395,000 3. 5 ACRES WITH 180 DEGREE VIEWS #1357001 $289,900 4. 2-FOR-1 PARCELS IN GUTHRIE COVE #1313382 $295,000 5. THE INN AT ORCAS ISLAND #1361526 $2,800,000

6. NEW CONSTRUCTION NEAR ROSARIO #1265149 $499,000 7. REMARKABLE ISLANDVIEWS #1103620 $439,000 8. WATERFRONT ESTATE NEAR EASTSOUND #1336343 $2,950,000 9. BEAUTIFULWESTSOUND ESTATE #1116619 $1,895,000

$995,000 10. CHARMING COTTAGE IN WESTSOUND #1270410 11. S FACING BEACH IN GRINDSTONE HARBOR #594114 $1,699,000 12. CHARMING EAGLE LAKE GETAWAY #1268695 $399,998 13. OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME #1388170 $1,295,000 14. HIGH BANK WATERFRONT ACREAGE #1363415 $579,000

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NOVEMBER 2018 TRANSACTIONS

SAN JUAN Nov. 1 J. Royce Meyerott and Lee M. Bryant of Friday Harbor sold 1238 Mt. Dallas Rd, to Matthew Moss and Eden Moss of Seattle, Washington, for $2,240,000 David J. VanderWal and Bianca M. VanderWal of Renton, Washington, sold 40 Captain Garthney Ln. to Randal L. Tanner and Carmel P. Tanner of Seattle, Washington, for $700,000 Nov. 5 Frank R. Rouleau and Dustin S. Rouleau and Paula D. Scribner of Friday Harbor sold 726 Rouleau Rd. to Mark W. McCutcheon of Friday Harbor for $30,000 Ward and Betty Klingebiel of Seattle, Washington, sold 583 Neil Bay Dr. to San Juan Driftwood LLC of Friday Harbor for $900,000 Nov. 6 Joel A. Fuhrman of Kirkland, Washington, sold property on Lighthouse Lane to Michael S. Waddle and Roberta C. Lorandeau of Sumner, Washington, for $130,000 Nov. 7 Jonathan R. Hodes of Westlake Village, California, sold 62 Whale View Ln. to Richard James LaPorte and Maureen Ann LaPorte of La Quinta, California, for $1,650,000 Nov. 14 Mortgage Lender Services Inc. of Fair Oaks, California, sold 42 Kingfisher Ln. to Daniels Properties LLC of Friday Harbor for $255,000 Jonathan S. Wallace and Tamera A. Wallace of Friday Harbor sold 11 Point Caution Dr. to Gina Borges of Friday Harbor for $595,000 Karin R. Laurimore sold 259 Browne St. to Miguel Mendoza and Riley Gerdes of Friday Harbor for $399,000 Nov. 15 Wayne K. Larson of Palm Springs, California, sold TPN 152959972 on San Juan, to Andrew W. Smith of Orling, Washington, for $45,000 Richard Hadley and Carol Hadley of North Glenn Colorado, sold 250 Tucker Ave Unit 10 to Annette Schaffer of Friday Harbor for $100,000 Elizabeth Ann Thompson of Friday Harbor sold 13 Pearl Island Rd. to M. Lynn Garber and Lori K. Garber of Modesto, California, for $730,000 Nov. 16 San Juan County Public Hospital District No. 1 of Friday Harbor sold 550 Spring St. to HWV Property LLC, a Washington limited liability company of Friday Harbor for $875,000 Roche Starfish LLC, a Washington limited liability company of Bainbridge, Washington, sold 25 Cobblestone Ln. to Ann McLean and Michael Dziubinski of Kirkland, Washington, for $730,000 Nov. 20 Craig Watson and Erin Watson of Seattle, Washington, sold 335 White Point Rd. to Mark A. Wilson and Linda Good Wilson, trustees of the Linda and Mark Wilson Trust of Denver, Colorado, for $1,450,000 Marc Islam and Julie Packard of Friday Harbor sold 531 Kelsando Circle to Gregory J. Lund and Kirsten Marie-Lousie Lund of Friday Harbor for $495,000 Nov. 26 David Reese Holbrooke, trustee of the David Reese Holbrooke Revocable Trust of Sausalito, California, sold 193 Golf Course Rd. to Peter Saldino and Elisabeth Saldino of Seattle, Washington, for $1,736,600 Nov. 28 David H. France and F. Elizabeth France of Sedona, Arizona, sold 328-B Dr. to Daryl R. Boulton and Vicki L. Boulton of Friday Harbor for $405,000 Nov. 30 Shannon Doherty of Friday Harbor sold Lot 3 Savannah Oaks SP to Mountaintime LLC, a Texas limited liability company of Houston, Texas, for $169,000 Nov. 29 R. Charles Herrick and Kristy L. Herrick of Sammamish, Washington, sold TPN 363444002 Friday Harbor to Brian McCormick and Barbara Raczynska of Louisville, Colorado, for $245,000 Nov. 30 Katherine A. Sawyer of Frankfurt Germany sold 43 Captain Grahney Ln. to Brad M. Watkins and Pamela J. Watkins of Mason, Ohio, for $1,175,000 States Inn and Ranch Inc., a Washington corporation, sold 2687 West Valley Rd. to JoBe Holdings LLC, a Washington limited liability company of Friday Harbor for $1,100,000 Dan Paulson and Ruth Fleming of Friday Harbor sold 173 Olympic View Dr. to Lorne J. Paulson and Rylie J. Paulson of Friday Harbor for $412,000

ORCAS Nov. 1 Orcas Medical Foundation of Eastsound sold 7 Deye Ln. to San Juan County Public Hospital District No. of Eastsound for $369,441 Green Land Holdings LLC, a Washington limited liability company of Eastsound, sold 612 Rosario Rd. to Todd Doyle and Lori A. Doyle of Eastsound for $612,000 Nov. 6 Joseph Shen of Austin, Texas, sold 380 Lehmann Levels Rd. to Kyle McNaughton of Seattle, Washington, for $475,000 Nov. 7 Mohamad Khodaverdian and Nancy Viscofsky of Sammamish, Washington, sold property on Green Cow Lane to Michael M. Malaspina of Eastsound for $160,000 MTC Financial Inc., dba Trustee Corps, of Seattle, Washington, sold 14 Miguel Ln. to Sabine Financial Services Inc. of Eastsound, for $236,856.55 Nov. 9 Sheila Gaquin of Deer Harbor sold property on Dragonfly Drive to David Billings of Seattle, Washington, for $40,000 Nov. 19 Robert Zukin, trustee of the Robert Zukin Survivor’s Trust, of Summerland, California, sold 215 A St. to A Street Properties LLC, a Washington limited liability company of Eastsound, for $275,000 Leonie Sandercock sole heir of the Estate of John Rembert Friedmann, of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, sold 75 Forest Ln. to Daniel E. Walker and Adrianne K. Walker of Eastsound for $400,000 Firedogs LLC, a Washington limited liability company of Eastsound, sold 130 Fishing Alley Rd #5 to Ted Ehrich of Eastsound for $480,000 Kenneth Welch and Lorraine Silver of Redondo Beach, California, sold 185 Geer Ln. to Constance Les Broderick, Trustee of the Broderick Living Trust of Bremerton, Washington, for $560,000 Nov. 21 Jill L. Blankenship as trustee of the Jill L. Blankenship Living Trust sold 76 Sunset Ave. to Christopher Lanier and Joy Lanier of Redmond, Washington, for $570,000 Nov. 26 Tammy Pollard of Eastsound sold property on Marilee Lane to Joseph Segault and Afton

Segault of Eastsound for $150,000 Norman B. Exton of Eastsound, sold 343 Moss Hill Rd. to Julian O. Allen and Dallas A, Howell of Sandy Springs, Georgia, for $425,000 US Bank National Association a trustee for GSR Mortgage Loan trust of Coppell, Texas, sold 247 Old Growth Ln. to 247 Old Growth Lane LLC of Reseda, California, for $409,500 Nov. 27 Steve Cohan and Peggy J. Randall of Eastsound sold 229 Indralaya Rd. to Edgar Taylor Cline III and Amy Craig Cline of Castle Rock, Colorado, for $829,500 Larry L. Johnson and Virginia L. Johnson of Tacoma, Washington, sold 270 Orcas Rd. to Carolyn McGlenn-Newton, trustee of the Carolyn McGlenn-Newton Revocable Trust of Soquel, California, for $550,000 Nov. 30 Michael H. Gibson and Linda M. Gibson of North Beach, Oregon, sold property on Raccoon Point Rd. to Philip C. Barnes and Janet L. Barnes and James W. Waite and Elizabeth J. Dixon of Colorado Springs, Colorado, for $144,000 Justin W. Taylor and Keary A. Taylor of Eastsound sold 17 Scooby Ln. to Pamela B. Diamond of Eastsound for $199,000 Martin C. Graves of Eastsound sold 55 Bartel Rd. to Jacob R. McKeown and Laura E. McKeown of Olga for $315,000 Christopher James Figler of Los Angeles, California, sold 271 Puffin Ln. to Brent Kerr of Badger, California, for $120,000 LOPEZ Nov. 1 Shane J. Manion and Shannon K. Manion of Lacey, Washington, sold 188 Pavey Blvd. to Roger Dale Greenwood of Lake Stevens, Washington, for $85,000 Nov. 7 Thomas D. Alkoff of Seattle, Washington, sold 6550 Fisherman Bay Rd. to Clive Nicholas Prout and Abigail Morgan Prout of Lopez for $550,000 Nov. 9 Tama A. Jordan and Bruce Jordan of Spokane, Washington, sold property on Milagra Lane to Jack Jessup of Camano, Washington, for $68,000 Nov. 15 Robert F. Parrish of Lopez sold 233 Wren

Rd. to Adam Bird and Jamie Bird of Seattle, Washington, for $365,000 Nov. 16 George Harkness Willis and Anne Brady Willis of Lopez sold property on Lopez to Kenneth Allen Bair and Jamie Lynn Bair of Lopez for $115,000 Peter Alfred Drossler of Tacoma, Washington, sold NHN Sunrise Rd. to John Austin Ruf of Seattle, Washington, for $220,000 Nov. 21 Reed Keeney, trustee of the Jean Keeney Trust and general partner of the Keeney, Card, Malone Johnson, Whidbey and Lopez Island Partnership of Des Moines, Washington, sold 939 Sperry Rd. to David Killough and Colleen Killough of Lopez for $300,000 Nov. 27 Peter John Keckemet executor of the Estate of Edward W. Flohr II of Seattle, Washington, sold 523 and 525 Port Stanley Rd. to Michael W. Carr and Susan T. Carr of Bellevue, Washington, for $1,326,000 Nov. 28 Joel W. Hall and Doreen D. Hall and Teresa H. Hall of Lake Forest Park, Washington, sold 127 Peninsula Rd. to Imran Sargusingh and Maya R. Sargusingh of Bothell, Washington, for $510,000 Charles Joseph Zabilski of Evergreen, Colorado, sold 401 Hilltop Way to David G. Paynter and Tammar Z. Paynter of Rockville, Maryland, for $234,000 Nov. 30 Curtis W. Rainey of Lopez sold 162 Fawn Lily Ln. to Dana Catherine Brentson and Quinn Paul Brentson of Colfax, California, for $368,500 SHAW Nov. 6 Carol Lillie of Shaw sold 340 Blind Bay Rd. to Paul Ingman and Susan Ingman of Olympia, Washington, for $280,000 WALDRON Nov. 20 Charles Randall and Mary Anderson of Seattle, Washington, sold 1111 Grace Ln. to Daniel Rouse and Carol Dudtelgte of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for $227,500 BROWN Nov. 6 Susan Phinney of Seattle, Washington, sold 7 Brown Island to Thomas W. Haines and Susan Ann Haines of Bainbridge for $712,000

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Spring Point Waterfront View sunsets, marine activity and wildlife from this custom-designed waterfront home, which enjoys all the coveted Spring Point amenities – community beach and dock, six acres of community land, paved roads, private water system and reliable fiber internet. The property features a generous deck, sitting area along the shoreline, open floor plan, two bedrooms, two baths and a studio. The detached two-car garage has an extra storage room. Come see! #1370716 $870,000

Outer Islands On Obstruction Island

Three Parcels Offer Rare Opportunity on Waldron

Crane Island Getaway

Three waterfront parcels on Waldron Island are situated in one of the most private settings you will ever find. Located on Mail Bay, the properties feature an historic A-frame cabin on the water, stunning sandy beaches, shared private dock, a large pond, forested areas, fruit trees, and two shared wells. Enjoy views of Mount Baker, the Cascades, Mount Constitution, Turtleback and Sucia.

Beautiful waterfront 2.75-acre parcel on quiet Crane Island, a nature-lover’s paradise just a 10-minute boat ride from Orcas.

Retreat to your hidden getaway with views of picturesque Deer Harbor and Turtleback Mountain.

#1242169 $450,000

#1243413 $550,000

#1234615 $850,000

#1312598 $250,000

Getting to the Outer Islands The Washington State Ferries serve Orcas, San Juan, Lopez and Shaw Islands, but the best way to get to the smaller islands is by private boat or water taxi. Two services that offer one-way trips from Skyline Marina in Anacortes are Island Express (www.islandexpresscharters.com) and Paraclete Charter Service (www.paracletecharters.com).

Island Express also offers a water taxi service from Orcas’ Lieber Haven Marina to Obstruction Island and Blakely. Check their websites for current pricing and schedules.

Private Island Retreat This delightful compound is on Obstruction Island, just five minutes by boat to Orcas, half an hour to Anacortes. Hand-crafted by a master builder, the main house has open living, dining and kitchen, with high-ceiling plus loft; bonus room on the main floor, and upstairs master bedroom with private balcony. There is a separate bath house, a magical studio/guest building, and a large fully-equipped shop with two covered bays. Year-round sunsets, high bank with shore access.

Waterfront Cabin on 3.9 Acres

#1252186 $625,000

This waterfront parcel offers small cabin, garage/shop with plenty of dry storage, water tank and lots and lots of privacy, peace and tranquility.

Driveways are in for lower and upper building sites; utilities are on site.

#1386183 $225,000

#1386183

Log Cabin on Shaw Island Overlook a year-round duck pond from this log cabin in the woods on bucolic Shaw Island, ferry-served and one of the best kept secrets in the San Juans. The level 5.8 acres provide plenty of room for a garden and small farm animals. Enjoy four bedrooms, a guest space, heated shop/ garage and a large utility room. The tranquil community features a general store, post office, public beaches, campgrounds, and public school/library/museum.

#1252186

#1308999 $475,000

Call T Williams Realty at 360.376.8374 • www.twilliamsrealty.com • 365 North Beach Road, Eastsound Sandi Friel • Miramonee Harrington • Beth Holmes • Mandy Randolph • Teri Williams

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ORCAS ISLAND

At T Williams Realty, we love to invest in the Orcas community.

Throughout the year, we give our time, expertise and dollars to a number of our favorite community organizations, including:

Giving Back to Our Community

Deer Harbor Community Club Island Loan Fund Island Market/Community Giving Tree Kaleidoscope KWIAHT Lahari OPAL Community Land Trust Orcas Island Booster Club Orcas Island Cafeteria Program

Orcas Island Children’s House Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival Orcas Island Education Foundation Orcas Island Fire and Rescue Parent Teacher Student Association Salmonberry School San Juan Preservation Trust SeaDoc Society The Exchange

Many thanks to all in our community for your support!

Vusario View Parcel

Peaceful Pond Setting

Picturesque Views

Waterfront Home in the Heart of Westsound

This Moran Park Ridge parcel offers peace and tranquility on 12 acres adjacent to Moran State Park with views of Lopez Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Several potential building sites; drain field is installed; utilities are on site.

You’ll love this 5-bedroom, 4-bath home plus 3-bedroom, 2-bath guest house perched at the edge of Otters Pond. Operating as a B&B with owner’s residence, the immaculate 4.1-acre property, on two parcels, includes garage/shop.

Two parcels in the Palisades offer sweeping views over East Sound and toward Rosario Resort. Sunlit madrona grove and established firs surround building sites. Prime location makes them a must see!

Relax on your porch swing and watch the boats sail by. This beautiful waterfront home boasts hardwood floors throughout, fireplace, formal dining room and large kitchen. Upstairs bedrooms all have private balconies with stunning water views. Main level has attached living quarters with private entrance for a multitude of uses. Surrounding yard with studio and garden space. Easy access to shops, restaurants and ferry landing. The property includes a 44’ slip at the joint dock.

#1377736 $550,000

#566788 $935,500

#1339920 $179,000 #1340001 $189,000

#1369578 $860,000

End-of-the-Road Privacy

Unique Offering in Olga

Waterfront Delight Near Orcas Village

Your Private Refuge

Lovingly built by an island family, this well-maintained home has a large, fenced-in yard and garden space. Step inside to an open floor plan and plenty of room for guests and a home office. There’s also a shop, a garage, and it’s just a short walk to Crescent Beach and Eastsound.

Two marine view parcels (5 acres, 1.44 acres) next to Coho Preserve.

Keep second parcel as investment or build an ultra-secluded guesthouse.

Captivating views over Buck Bay, Obstruction and beyond, including Olympics in the distance. End-ofroad location, totally private, no CC&Rs. Come create your dream!

This waterfront home presents you a rare opportunity on Orcas Island.

Stroll to Orcas Village amenities and watch the ferry arrive from your living room. The light-filled open floor plan, perfect for entertaining, features vaulted ceilings, skylights and large windows that offer up views from every room. A large master bedroom, with access to the deck and hot tub, overlooks the garden and provides views across the bay to Shaw Island. It’s easy to get onto the water and enjoy boating with moorage just steps away at Bay Head Marina. Come see this exceptional property.

The premier lot in Twin Lakes Nature Preserve offers you 26 acres of solitude in an exquisite setting.

End-of-road privacy is protected on all sides by parkland and conservation easements. Envision a homesite in harmony with nature as you wander the gentle topography and park trails.

#1313664 $449,500

#1369084 $495,000

#1310369 $1,450,000

#1342882 $685,000

Call T Williams Realty at 360.376.8374 • www.twilliamsrealty.com • 365 North Beach Road, Eastsound Sandi Friel • Miramonee Harrington • Beth Holmes • Mandy Randolph • Teri Williams

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SAN JUAN ISLAND GREG KING COMPANY

Residential Real Estate • Luxury Properties • Land Development Commercial & Investment SAN JUAN ISLAND

Annie Bryant 360 298 0649

Travis MAGER 360 298 0628

Greg King 360 298 0390

SYBIL MAGER 360 298 0627

WWW.SANJUANSRE.COM

844-754-4734

Season’s Greetings During the Holiday Season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible.

And in this spirit we say, simply but sincerely,

Thank you and best wishes for the Holiday Season and a Happy New Year.

Photo by Joe Belcovson

The historical low inventory in today’s island market presents a rare opportunity for sellers. Contact us immediately to be included in our Winter brochure, Shoreside Home Collection, initially available at the Seattle Boat Show in January!

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SAN JUAN ISLAND Deep Smarts, Big Hearts, Remarkable Results 50 Spring Street, Friday Harbor (360)378-3600 www.windermeresji.com

GIESY & SCHMIDT #1281043 $795,000 San Juan Valley & False Bay view 3 bed 2 bath home on 10 acres.

JOHN LACKEY #1249964 $1,995,000 Custom home on 10 ac on Mt Dallas. Elegant log & stone accents.

JOHN LACKEY #1226653 $425,000 Private 25.53 acres with views. Private well & power.

JOHN LACKEY #1355028 $4,500,000 Secluded Craftsman waterfront home, guest home, large garage.

JOHN LACKEY #1374817 $112,000 In town multi-family lot. Water, sewer, phone in road.

SAMANTHA BRYNER #1382064 $1,650,000 Rare West Side waterfront acreage! Enjoy the Straits, Olympic Mts.

SAMANTHA BRYNER #1334846 $729,000 Well built 3 bed/2 bath home w/views of Sportsman Lake.

SAMANTHA BRYNER #1356863 $110,000 Opportunity to own light-industrial property in business area.

MARY JANE ANDERSON #1100752 $95,000 Lightly treed, level .56 ac lot in The Cape. Beach, community pool.

#1241493 $1,900,000 MARY JANE ANDERSON Perfectly-placed waterfront home on 2.28 acres and 448’w/f.

#1290850 $2,175,000 MARY JANE ANDERSON Spectacular SJ Channel views! 4 bedroom w/beach frontage.

#1365836 $139,000 Private sunny acres w/utilities at road.

MICHAEL LINEHAN #1336655 $225,000 Great golf course adjacent lot. One of the last residential lots.

REBECCA HUGHES #1287464 $599,950 Pre-Sale! Modern contemporary 3/2 in town. Free-flowing design!

Windermere San Juan Island is proud to welcome SHERYL ALBRITTON to our team of professional real estate agents!

PAT O’DAY

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SAN JUAN ISLAND SAMBUCK 360.317.6277 www.sambuck.com SAN JUAN ISLANDS INC.

105 Spring Street Friday Harbor Washington 98250

HOME ON ACREAGE

3400± sf casual living home, including a single-story guest unit, surrounding decks, rustic cabin, work shop, and extensive pathways take you through beautiful cedar & fir forests to 2 ponds.

23+ acres. #1382239

NEW LISTING

$765,000 WEST SIDE WATERFRONT LOT

5± acres, wooded and fairly level with private well and a 4-bedroom septic design. #1200508

$139,000 WEST SIDE WATERFRONT

WATERFRONT & DOCK DECATUR ISLAND 79± acres, 2000’± wf beach, protected bay, private deep-water T-Dock with 90’ float.

10 buildable lots, installed water system, power & telephone to each lot, metal building, short boat ride from Anacortes. #262118

$3,685,000

GOLF COURSE HOME

100’± high bank water front with outstanding views across Haro Strait & whale watching, survey done, community water, and end of road privacy. Seller financing. #1265992

1400’ waterfront & views of whales, the Olympic Mtns, and Vancouver Island. 3 bed /4 bath home to remodel or replace. 19.6± acres, mostly level, in 4 tax parcels. #1350590

2 bed/2 bath home with 2029± sf, formal dining room, sun room, arched doorways, western views across the golf course, storage area above the oversized garage. #1325620

$325,000

$6,950,000

$679,000

HOME ON LOT

Open floor plan with 1536± sf, 3 bed/2 bath, zoned in-floor radiant heat concrete floors, south-facing on 1.4± acres and the entire western boundary borders 4.6 acres of common area with a pond. #1330832

R E D U C E D

ACREAGE ON LITTLE MOUNTAIN

WATER & MOUNTAIN VIEW HOME

3784± sf, 3 bed/4 bath, great room, huge family room, large decks, new upgrades including new paint on the exterior and much of the interior, and west-facing with beautiful sunsets. 1± acre. #1331961

WATERFRONT HOME

Cobblestones, warehouse beams, and extensive masonry are the hallmarks of this beautifully appointed 3900± sf south-facing waterfront home with a private & protected deep water dock including a 65’± float. Roche Harbor area. #553607

$595,000

$799,000

WEST SIDE WATER VIEW HOME

LARGE ACREAGE 64± acres of heritage land about 3.5 miles from town with southern slopes, mixed elevations, open pasture, beautiful woods, and a large pond. #546451

$965,000

$610,000

$325,920

WEST SIDE HOME

Right at the waters’ edge with 2750± sf, vaulted ceilings, large living & dining areas, master bedroom with huge close-up water views, updated bathrooms, 2-car attached garage, garden space, and established landscaping. #1130957

ACREAGE Very nice dividable parcel in a private, but not too rural area with beautiful mossy rocks, many varieties of wildflowers, nice trees, and level areas, as well as a lower elevation wooded area in the northeast corner. #1296720

WATERFRONT HOME CENTER ISLAND

$1,224,999

$249,500

WATER VIEW HOME ON 30± ACRES

WATER VIEW HOME NEAR TOWN

10± acres, high end NW contemporary with 2200± sf, in-floor radiant heat, fireplace, granite counters, a 450± sf guest house with deck & water view, and walk to 150 acres of public waterfront. #29052901

On the south end of Mt Dallas, mature fruit trees, fenced gardens, greenhouse, fully fenced, tennis court, and a 1624± sf, 2 bed/2 bath, south-facing home with end of road privacy. #1297052

$1,150,000

$2,995,000

WATER VIEW ACREAGE

5± acres, open & sunny meadow, south-facing, southern side of island, spectacular views of water, mountains, and whales. Community water and utilities are to the property line. #492355

West-facing, 1824± sf, 2 bed/2 bath, decks, a newer metal roof, 0.52± acres with 120’± shoreline. Center Island amenities: clubhouse, marina, gravel airstrip, boat launch, boat storage, and beachfront. #1168859

$629,000

WATER VIEW HOME NEAR TOWN

South-facing, main house with 2400± sf, 3 bed/3 bath, large deck and a detached 1672± sf 2- story unit with 3 bed/ 3 bath and Vacation Rental Permit. 1.25± acres. #1329698

Updated 3 bed/ 3 bath, 3291± sf, being sold turn-key with a vacation rental permit.

Includes a view of Griffin Bay, fruit trees, and a deer fenced garden. #1367026

$1,200,000

$925,000

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SAN JUAN ISLAND

REAL ESTATE MARKET AND YOUR TAX ASSESSMENT All of us Island property owners received our tax assessment notices from the County recently. As real estate agents we have been fielding many questions about the statements and new assessments. As you may recall, the State has mandated that our Assessor’s office convert to an annual assessment update cycle versus the cyclical system we were on for years. The current values are for a one year period only and will be adjusted the next year. The current process is much more stable and refined and is a more accurate system than we have had in the past.

As agents, we have often seen properties sell above their tax assessments the majority of the last 20 years with the exception of 2008-2012. Most of the variance was due to the 3 year lag time that accompanied the previous cyclical schedule our assessor used.

For example, during the recession, properties were selling at or below the assessor’s values. However, back in 2006, many of the same type properties sold in an average range of 125%-150% over their tax assessments. These average percentages varied based on the type of property but generally that was the trend. Since 2014, due to market recovery, most homes are again selling above their tax assessment. Due to annual re-valuations and the assessor’s appraisal method, we may not have as extreme variances in the future.

Reviewing the tax assessment as compared to the actual sales price for high-end homes is not reliable as they are very difficult to appraise due to custom features.

The assessor relies on indications of value from market sales, and when there are not enough sales to determine the value of custom features, it is difficult to find an accurate standard of value for assessment purposes.

I do have to admit, as an agent, that issuing an opinion of value for a home in excess of $2.5M can be challenging; the owner typically builds a very custom home with elaborate description of materials. Even licensed appraisers find it a challenge and some contact agents for more details. Again, there are fewer sales of similar homes in that end of our market so there are not as many comparable properties to review.

As always, it is much easier to be accurate when you have ample data to use.

The Purpose of the Assessments: Many property owners are chatting about their new assessments. Most of the confusion around the issuance of new tax assessments stems from the purpose and process of the tax assessment. The assessor is required to value properties for tax purposes at true and fair market value. The valuation assigned by a REALTOR for the purpose of marketing or the value assigned by an appraiser for the purpose of lending, estate planning or probate purposes, will most likely be a different amount.

The process to the valuation is different for each therefore, the results will vary.

Generally, the differences in the process are described below: Please see additional info & Full Blog @ SanJuanIslandsLifestyle.com R E D U C E D

WESTCOTT BAY WATERFRONT

ROCHE HARBOR AREA WATERFRONT HOME

INTERIOR LOT AT CAPE SAN JUAN

CAPE SAN JUAN WATERFRONT HOME

Home has vacation rental permit. The lot is .52 of an acre with 97 feet of medium bank frontage.

Stairs to the beach, fire pit, and safe moorage.

The home offers 3 bedrooms, a bonus room, 3 bath, open floor plan with large picture windows towards the bay with the master on the main level.

Large deck, porch and a two car garage attached.

The location is close to Roche Harbor Resort, the Oyster Farm and English Camp. Perfect location for water sports and crabbing.

On the corner of Vista Way and Cape Drive. Lot offers .70 of an acre and has a paid water hook up.

Cape amenities include pool, community moorage facility, water system, private roads and community beaches. The plat is located near American Camp and Jakle’s Lagoon which offer public beaches and walking trails. Clear archaeological report.

2 Bedroom WHITE WATER septic permit valid until 10/22.

The property is .77 of an acre with 100 feet of low bank frontage on a gravel beach.The home offers 1 bedroom, a bunkhouse, 2 dens and 2 baths. This architecturally design home has picture windows in the living and dining area that open up the views of the harbor. The deck is on the waters edge offering sunsets and views of boating traffic. Walking distance to the resort which offers restaurants, retail, grocery, pool, tennis, marina and boat launch.

The property offers .62 of an acre with 143 ft of medium to low bank beach. This updated rambler has 2 Bed / 2 Bath, a den, and an attached 2 car garage. Views throughout across San Juan Channel towards Lopez. Wrap around deck with private master deck. The plat offers a community water system, private beaches, moorage, private roads and a pool with community center all within walking distance to American Camp.

#1356299

#1061755

#1267305

#1365954

$1,150,000

$95,000

$1,090,000

$1,200,000

R E D U C E D

GULL COVE LOT THAT OFFERS .88 ACRE

Privacy, a paid Roche Harbor water hook up, power and phone in the road and access to the Gull cove community beach. The plat is on the north end of San Juan Island near Roche Harbor resort which offers, retail, restaurants, moorage, airstrip, and other amenities. Lot is on the corner of Gull Cove and Kittiwake and is level with lots of mature evergreens and underbrush. Possible seller terms but they prefer cash.

BUILDING LOT IN NORTH FORTY PLAT

The plat is very close to town and offers open space and a common drain field area, community water system and private roads. The well hook up is $15,000 for each lot. The lot is 1.68 acres and consists of two legal tax parcels. A portion of Lot 7 has designated no build and no tree removal zones as contained on the face of the plat. May need a pre-treatment septic system such as a white water system.

GULL COVE LOT

Offering .57 of an acre, private roads, a paid Roche Harbor water hook up, power and phone in the road and access to the Gull Cove community beach. The plat is on the north end of San Juan Island near Roche Harbor resort which offers, retail, restaurants, moorage, airstrip, and other amenities.

4 Bedroom WHITE WATER septic permit valid until 10/22.

WATER VIEW HOME IN TOWN

Within walking distance to all amenities, this home is perched on Hillcrest offering distant water views and Mt. Baker and Rainier views on a clear day. The open floor plan with exceptionally high ceilings has 2577 sf, 3 beds/2 baths plus a large front deck. Built in 2017 with hardwoods, granite, tile, custom cabinets and quality appliances.

The basement has an additional 1470 unfinished sf that could be a great shop or additional living space. 2 car attached garage.

#1156348 $114,950 #452049 $80,000 #1201040 $103,000 #1355645 $675,000 COLDWELL BANKER SAN JUAN ISLANDS / 105 SPRING STREET / FRIDAY HARBOR WA. / 360.317.8668 / SANJUANISLANDSPROPERTY.COM

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LOPEZ ISLAND Friendly Isle Building in the Village (360) 468-3344 www.wrelopez.com • wrehome@wrelopez.com

Spacious Home

$515,000

Ready to Build

$320,000

Sited on 5 private AC this 3 BD, 2 BA home boasts an updated kitchen w/ granite, sun room, built-ins & hardwood floors. Lg rec room offers lots of flex space. Plus, there’s a fenced garden & orchard, patio, deck & carport.

In the midst of 10 wooded acres you’ll find an open and sunny clearing with a well-built garage along with installed power, water & septic. Privacy & options galore. House design complementing garage available. Bring ideas!

#1321914

#1300839

On the Bay

$239,000

Options Galore

$495,000

Drink in views across salt grasses & sea marshes to the bay beyond.

You’ll find this special parcel down a dead-end drive in an est neighborhood. Adjacent preservation land & drilled well are bonuses in a great area for crabbing & kayaking.

Shy 3 AC with barn converted for living. A secondary building site with water views sits at the top of the property with power, water & septic. Bring your plans and take advantage of spectacular Lopez Sound views..

Sunset Spectacular

Wooded Waterfront

#1282558

$295,000

Perched on Blue Heron Ridge you’ll find this .63 AC lot with sweeping views across San Juan Channel all the way to the Gulf Islands.

Great location, septic design, comm water & HOA. Close to Lopez Village, marinas and beaches.

#1123077

#1281666

$275,000

This west-facing 1-plus acre parcel boasts a front row seat to ever-changing sunsets. Create your own private paradise on this wooded lot with 153 ft of waterfront. Desirable north end location just minutes from Lopez Village, marinas & beaches.

#1296883

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Photo: Tate Thomson

Tammy Pollard

NMLS 78697 | NMLS 1850

25+ years experience • FREE CONSULTATIONS (360) 376-6414 • Cell: (360) 317-5311

(360) 317-5311 tammy.pollard@apmortgage.com • pollardtlee@gmail.com www.tammypollard.com

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Linda McMahon

Inventory is low - if you’re thinking about selling, call me San Juan Island

for an evaluation of your property in today’s market

(360) 317-8163 www.sanjuanlife.com • linda@sanjuanlife.com

Charming Cranberry Cottage. The home is a Timberland custom designed to replicate a Queen Anne Victorian home and, although built in 2010, it is a part of the Historic Home Tour. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 10-ft. ceiling with transoms, beautiful antique woodwork and beautifully established English gardens and orchard. 40x50 ft hangar with 12 x 50 ft door opening and access to Cessna Avenue taxi-way.

Charming Waterfront Cottage Turn Key.2 stories with pool,hot tub & sauna about 2.5 miles from of town. Multiple decks offer exceptional views of Orcas Island,San Juan Channel, wildlife,pleasure boats and ferries. Additional storage space under the studio. Very quiet and secluded. Decking and stairs down to the water’s edge. Permitted Vacation Rental (Petite Amour)See Air B&B. Studio next to garage is currently occupied.

#1374768

#1318089

$800,000

Secluded 5 acres surrounded by forest and beautiful rocky knolls.

Migratory birds enjoy the seclusion of the huge pond on the lower end of the property. Potential for a view of San Juan Channel and outer Islands. Sale subject to sellers lender agreeing to a partial deed release. Property borders 76 acres of Land Bank Property. #574477 $125,000

$779,500

Incredible Vistas, 10+ acres at the top of Mt. Dallas some of the most expansive stunning unobstructed 180 degree + views of the Straits, Olympic Mt. range, Trout Lake, Cascade Mt. range & Mt. Baker. Your own hillside paradise with complete privacy. The views from this parcel are indescribable.

Optional building sites, private well, power and a gazebo. Extensive excavation just completed, new road and level building site. Possible Owner Financing. See attached video.

#29156670

$695,000