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BURLINGTON

320 S Burlington Blvd Burlington, WA 98233 (360) 755-9494

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OPeN HOUse, sAT, FeB. 24, 1-3PM Mount Vernon

$389,000

Dir: E. on College Way for 2 miles, turn L on Martin Rd., turn L onto Tundra Loop, follow around to Tundra Ct., take R to home on the R.

Rambler w/shy 2,000 sf, 3 BR/2BA. On fully fenced lg lot. Open floor plan, vaulted ceiling. Master separate from other BR’s. Outbuilding, raised beds, fruit trees. 2 car attached garage w/workbench. MLS #1248468

Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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$330,000

Country Home on 1 Acre. 2 Lg Shops, Pasture & RV Parking.

Remodeled Kitchen, Private Master Suite. Garden Space & Fruit Trees. MLS #1231708

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Lisa Boon Meyer 708-1415

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$485,000

2,532 sf/5 bd/2.5 ba. .36 Acre Lot Fully Fenced spacious backyard. 2 Car Garage/2 Fireplaces. Upstairs Deck. Tons of Potential!. MLS #1247456

Call tony, 420-0501

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

$189,900

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

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SeDro Woolley

$559,500

Prime location with high density of traffic. 3 buildings all heated and insulated. Just more than half an acre. Security Equipment surrounding entire property, along with bright LED Lighting. 2 Parcels. MLS #1089598

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Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

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Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Laura Kaestner 441-5099

$1,175,000

Fresh, Light Updated Home w/ Incredible Views of Lk Washington.

2 Car Garage. Bonus Room in Partially Finished Basement. Lg Private Landscaped Yard. Easy Access to I-5, I-90 & 520. MLS #1245677

Call Wilma, 661-1631 or Jim, 708-1681

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

$265,500

Remodeled 1,388 sf/3 bd/1.75 ba. Hardwood floors, fresh paint in & out, new fixtures. Stainless Steel appliances. Large back patio & yard. Convenient location. MLS #1243018

Call Debbie, 770-8780

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Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

Mount Vernon

Affordable & Move In Ready! Extremely private & unique 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo in Mount Vernon. 1300 Square Feet.

All new counter tops, laminate flooring & carpet. Large Deck. The Sunsets & City Lights are Gorgeous. Wont Last! MLS #1226252

Call ron, 333-1045

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Mount Vernon

$157,000

Townhouse condo located at the bottom of Burlington Hill. Recently Updated w/stainless steel appliances, new paint, laminate flooring.

944 sq. ft w/ 2 bd/1.5 ba. Private south facing patio. On-site laundry room, addl parking, nearby walking trails. MLS #1233479

Call Kirk, 770-7470

Joe Eckerson 333-1640

Tony Zimmermann 420-0501

TFair O’Harrow 391-0071

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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18419 PEREGRINE LANE, MOUNT VERNON

$1,395,000

Windermere Skagitvalley 1030 east collegeWay mountvernon,Wa 360-424-4901 www.WindermereSkagit.com

Megan O-Bryan Spencer Roozen 360-708-5817 360-708-0634

Spectacular Cascade Ridge estate on approx 6+/- acres, just one hour from both Seattle & Vancouver, BC. Gated drive leads up to beautiful 4835/sf home designed around the panoramic views of the bays, islands, Olympics, river, & farmland.

Well-appointed home w/multiple living/entertaining areas, high-end finishes throughout. Two guest suites. Attached 3 car garage, plus walk-out basement shop & additional parking bays. FAAapproved Helipad. RV parking.

Indoor/outdoor living areas.

Call Megan O’Bryan, 360-708-5817 or Spencer Roozen, 360-708-0634 #1135956

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FIRST TIME ON MARKET…beautiful Burlington home with 3 bds, 1.75 baths and over 1,500 SF of living space. Fully fenced backyard, trex decking, oversized garage with work station, RV parking, and so much more! $329,000 #1247293

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Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman Jodi Dynes Fritz Inman

202-2859 661-0145 333-7783 661-0147

Tim Reichert Ron Wortham Mary Jo Reitsma Travis Lohman

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391-5587 661-1500 770-6013 661-4533

Tod LeHecka Jan Scally Dale Owenby Dana Holmes

333-1032 421-5160 913-8662 770-6716

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BEAUTIFUL BRICK RAMBLER...with 4 bdrms, 2 baths, over 2,600 SF of living space with large kitchen and island, loads of cabinets, bonus room w/frpl, nice size QUALITY CRAFTSMAN…4 bdrms, 2.75 baths, den, lovely foyer, LAND FOR SALE…excellent 1.43 site located 1 block off gorgeous kitchen, granite counters, living room with gas frpl, College way in prime commercial location. Property ready for utility room, fenced backyard, partially covered patio, stone patio, 3 car garage, and beautiful courtyard. Very beautiful development, paved street frontage with sidewalks, curbs, & and even a 3-car attached garage. DON’T MISS OUT! gutters. Make an offer $437,000 #676549 $495,000 #1232242 home. $489,000 #1235017

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Sandi riley 770-8670

NORTH HOMES REALTY INC. 405 s. 30tH street, Mt. Vernon

$328,900

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MANICURED LANDSCAPING, “NORDIC WOOD” SIDING & NEWER COMP. ROOF! SOLID 3 BEDROOM, 1.75 BATHS, LOVELY FAMILY ROOM W/GAS FIREPLACE. ATTRACTIVE OAK KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, PRIVATE YARD W/NICE DECK. LOCATION, LOCATION

Call for a Current “Market appraisal” SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

864 CarriaGe Court, “CarriaGe estates” seDro WoolleY $110,500

889 CarriaGe Court “CarriaGe estates” seDro-WoolleY $86,000

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*N.W. CONTEMPORARY W/3,400 SQ. FT., 3+ BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS. LG. FAMILY RM., 3 BONUS ROOMS, GORGEOUS “IN GROUND” POOL + HOT TUB. LG. SHOP/BONUS RM. W/DOUBLE GARAGE + 2 CAR GAR. DETACHED! 9009 W. pressentin DriVe, ConCrete

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*2 CARPORTS, PRIVATE FENCED BACK YARD, NEWER LARGE DECK *3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, DEN/’OFFICE, OPEN KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING ROOM *AFFORDABLE 55+ LIVING W/GATED ENTRANCE & GREAT CLUBHOUSE

JUST LISTED, QUIET & VERY DESIRABLE 55+ GATED PARK, “EAST EDGE” OF TOWN. 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, 1996 “REDMAN”, GAS HEAT. GATED PRIVACY, SECURE/GATED R.V. PARKING AREA, LOVELY CLUBHOUSE, AFFORDABLE!

*AFFORDABLE COUNTRY RETREAT, “PRESSENTIN CREEK”/ “SKAGIT RIVER” FISHING & ACCESS. *2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH, VAULTED LIVING ROOM W/COZY WOOD STOVE INSERT. *REMODELED KITCHEN, PELLET STOVE, LARGE SHOP + 2ND OUTBUILDING, “SHY” 1/2 ACRE!

4223 lupine DriVe, Mount Vernon

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*LG. DETACHED 4 CAR GARAGE, ATTACHED 2+ CAR GARAGE, TOTAL OF 6. *5 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS, MOTHER IN LAW SUITE DOWN, LOVELY MASTER SUITE DOWN. *LG. FENCED PARK LIKE .66 ACRE SETTING, GREENHOUSE, GAZEBO, HOT TUB, MUCH MORE!

GREAT LOCATION ON QUIET DEAD END STREET, NEAR HOSPITAL & SERVICES. OPEN PLAN W/ALL NEW INTERIOR PAINT, CARPETING & VINYL, GAS HEAT, GAS FIREPLACE! PRIVATE BACK DECK & YARD, BEAUTIFUL “ROLLING RIDGE ESTATES”!

*GORGEOUS “KASSABUILT” RESALE, BRAZILIAN CHERRY FLOORS, 2 CAR SIZE GARAGE *3 BEDROOMS, LOVELY DEN/OFFICE, LARGE UPPER BONUS ROOM W/MT. BAKER VIEWS *2.5 BATHS, CUSTOM CABINETRY & GRANITE “TOPS”, MASTER SUITE DOWN 1730011

Congratulations Century 21 north Home realty “top” award Winners for 2017 centurion award winner & top seLLing agent TRACI CYPHER 360-708-9481

Shelley Miner Burlington Escrow Manager/LPO

centurion award winner & top Listing agent SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

Diane Mills Anacortes Escrow Manager/LPO

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QuaLity service award winner

Master ruby award winner

Local Professionals Serving our Community top award winning office 2017 open 7 days a week to serve you!

JACKIE LINDEMAN 360-770-9080

Karen Ashley Burlington/LPO

Kim Smith Burlington/LPO

QuaLity service award winner

tHank You to all our Valued sellers/BuYers For Your Business and support!

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• 111 E. George Hopper Rd Burlington Title: 360-707-2158 Escrow: 360-707-2312 1-844-878-1519 • 3010 Commercial Ave Anacortes 1-800-870-8571 • 360-299-0565

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2525 North Woods Loop, Mount Vernon $335,000 Could not be any cuter! Don’t miss this beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath North Woods rambler. Large master suite with generous walkin-closet and full bathroom. Gorgeous kitchen - scraped wood engineered floors, beautiful cabinetry, nice appliances, breakfast bar, butler’s pantry area... a delightful, welcoming space that spills out to the spacious, covered porch and fully fenced back yard.

Great room with vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace. Parked out back yard is amazing! It’s the perfect private oasis.

Call Megan O’Bryan, 360-708-5817 or Spencer Roozen, 360-708-0634 #1246326

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14264 Avon Allen Road, Mount Vernon $575,000 One level 4 bedroom home with an attached mother-in-law unit situated close to town with over 11 acres. New roof in 2017, freshly painted, Radiant heating, wood f/p and a gas stove.

The home offers beautiful arched doorways, alcoves, cedar lined closets, lots of storage and character. Private back yard, covered patio, 1150 s/f detached Shop with overhead storage.

The property is currently zoned for the potential of creating 4, 2.5 acre lots with PUD water.

Call Linda Eastman, 360-202-4075 #1235528

6948 Salmon Beach Road, Anacortes $394,999 Beautiful waterfront property in Anacortes. 75’ of waterfront.

Current home will need to be removed from the property.

Home is accessed on a private drive. A one of a kind opportunity.

Call Brett Johnson, 360-661-3825 #1201106

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15061 Gibralter Road, Anacortes $714,999 Incredible views from this 3 bed, 2.5 bath home in Anacortes.

2,893 SF home with 4th bedroom downstairs, large kitchen with eating space, master with jetted tub & walk in closet on main floor. Movie/family room, 2 bedrooms downstairs. Granite, walnut hardwood floors with highlight finish. Built in vac, heat pump with A/C, 50-year roof, 2 large decks facing view, wood shop & RV parking. One of a kind home.

Call Brett Johnson, 360-661-3825 #1164512

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1415 Mallard View Drive #5, Mount Vernon $275,500 Like new condo in desireable Maddox Creek neighborhood.

1400 sq.ft. corner unit with a large living room, gas fireplace, and patio with a slider. Large kitchen with eating bar. Office with french door, and master with master bath. Move in ready!

Call Brett Johnson, 360-661-3825 #1245630

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2720 W 2nd Street, Anacortes $269,000 Delightful small home with 2 bedrooms and full bath. Sunny living room with great built in bookshelves, hardwood floors throughout, super efficient and well cared for. Forced air furnace plus cozy gas fireplace. Home sits at the end of a cul-de-sac with a fully fenced backyard including a great storage shed/shop.

Large attic storage, new attic & crawl insulation, sewer & water line. Roof is 4+- years old. Come take a look at this sweet gem.

Call Debbie Macy, 360-391-2422 #1245770

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15306 N Wall Street, Mount Vernon $219,950 Investor Alert! Charming west side cottage with new vinyl windows, updated electrical & some plumbing. Situated on a huge, potentially dividable corner lot, w/fenced yard, off-street parking in the alley, & a detached shop/carport. Large living room w/original oak floors & coved ceiling. Big country kitchen w/original tile counters & back splash, sunny super cute breakfast nook. Two bedrooms on main floor, along with a full bathroom.

Upstairs is a third bedroom & bonus area.

Call Megan O’Bryan, 360-708-5817 or Spencer Roozen, 360-708-0634 #1245758

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2709 NE 145th St, Seattle $450,000 Cute! Affordable, in city bungalow, close to shopping, freeway, bus line. This darling home is being sold as-is, and it is move-in ready. Fir floors under the carpet, ready for refinishing.

One bedroom up, two bedrooms downstairs. Plenty of parking space, room for RV too, There is a large, 7000+ sq ft, partially fenced lot with room to make a great outdoor space. Hurry, this home will go fast.

Call Bette Thompson, 360-840-5109 #1245788

1819 7th Street, Anacortes $780,000 Amazing views from this 1935 built home in beautiful “Old Town” Anacortes. Situated up off the road with terraced gardens for ultimate privacy and serenity. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Guemes Channel, San Juan Islands and the maritime activity or take a moment to watch birds and sea life just outside your windows playing in and around the water. Move in ready or remodeled to your liking. Only minutes to beaches, Guemes Island Ferry, downtown Anacortes and marinas.

Call Kathy Rodgers, 360-941-4400 #1180463

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1109 29th Street #303, Anacortes $330,000 This beautiful, 2 bedroom 1 3/4 bath, west facing condo has an open floor plan with high ceilings. The living room has a gas fireplace and access to a deck with views of Storvick Park.

The kitchen has newer stainless appliances, granite counter tops, and Maple cabinets. There is hardwood flooring in entry and kitchen. Disabled access. Covered parking space in garage and one outside. Easy access to shopping, restaurants, parks, and marinas. This condo is like new.

Call Margi Houghton, 360-202-0041 #1242730

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407 2nd Street, Anacortes $1,125,000 Located in the historic neighborhood of Cap Sante, a welcoming wrap-around front porch enjoys beautiful channel views & leads to an interior of gleaming wood & intricate detailing. Gourmet kitchen is open to both family & a sun dappled breakfast room; elegant living and dining rooms. Four en-suite bedrooms; master suite w/views and sitting private retreat space. Guest cottage w/full kitchen & 3/4 bath. Double car garage/shop/over sized lot; walking distance to the marina, waterfront & downtown.

Call Colleen Craig, 360-770-9638 #1199342

VACANT LAND 23315 Pringle St, Mount Vernon $99,975 1+ acre building lot ready to go with your personal septic design.

PUD water & power are at the street, County has issued and recorded a wetland release allowing the availability to choose your building site on this lot with in the setbacks. Recorded Lot certification, soil logs and survey. Country living yet close to amenities. Private road maintenance agreement.

Call Linda Eastman 202-4075 #1184872 7387 Windsong Lane, SW $114,900 A Piece of paradise is what you will find when you see these lots. These lots are level & ready to build with water & power in the street. Paved street, cul-de-sac. Gorgeous setting with amazing mountain views. So peaceful & quiet. You can watch the eagles soar & enjoy the wildlife & yet only be 14 miles from Sedro-Woolley. We have builders or you can bring your own builder.

Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #1030601 Lot 11 Methow Ct, MV $129,950 Only 3 lots left! Gorgeous Creekside Meadows; a 14-lot community just outside of Mount Vernon city limits. Lots are approximately 1 acre each with divided interest in the 68-acre open space parcel that would be perfect for equestrian uses. PUD water, power & natural gas stubbed to each lot. This is a great rural location but close to all amenities & only 4 miles to I-5. Higher end homes built in the community. Site built construction only, 1800 sf min. Bring your builder & build your dream home!

SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Shawn or Tiffany Danley, 488-3858 #1156874 NEW! Samish Island Street, Anacortes $130,000 Located on Beautiful Guemes Island in the Holiday Hideaway community. Cooks Cove is just a block away with beach access & small boat launch just one of the three beaches belonging to Holiday Hideaway. Perfect for a your crabbing or fishing boat launch. Two lots together are 23,087 sq ft. with two Holiday Hideaway water shares and perk test completed. Lot will need clearing and septic installed but will make a great place to build your dream home.

Call Kathy Rogers, 360-941-4400 #1245242 12812 East Lake Dr, SW $185,000 One of a kind. Approx. 250 ft. of waterfront on Clear Lake with a view to the west. Breath taking sunsets, boating, fishing, and much more! Over 2 acres with marketable timber.

Call George Bellos, 708-9762 #1122155 NEW! Lot 176 Cypress Drive, Anacortes $235,000 Panoramic blue water views of the San Juan Islands/ Sidney BC Ferries, Guemes Island, endless deep water boating traffic. Bike corridors/ Anacortes Community Forest Lands cover nearly 2,800 acres within the City of Anacortes.

Kayaking/beach access. Generous sized 11,833 sq.ft. vacantlot with level-entry off Cypress Dr., gently sloping toward view. All City utilities are in the street. *January 2018, 35 properties came on market, up 100% from previous month! Summer is just around the corner!

Call Jeannine Reinig, 360-724-8555 #1244079

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22931 Vickie Lane, Sedro Woolley $140,000 AS IS! This centrally located Sedro-Woolley home needs your TLC to bring it back to an adorable place again! On a generous lot, you will have room to roam. There are several sheds and a garden space to get you started on Spring gardening. This home is in a quiet neighborhood, that is nice and neat.

Call Bette Thompson, 840-5109 #1228001

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For many homebuyers, flood insurance is a must

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ith one percent odds of losing, why not take a chance? But with a 26 percent chance…maybe not.

Mortgage lenders will require any buyer of a home in a federally designated “special flood hazard area” — defined as expected to flood at least once in 100 years — to purchase flood insurance, since over the life of a 30 year mortgage, a one percent chance translates into a 26 percent risk.

When buyers become interested in a home, they should ask whether it’s in a hazard area, to know if they’ll be required to carry flood insurance, which could cost hundreds of dollars annually. Flood coverage is federally-back, but sold through conventional agents, and is also available to homeowners outside hazard zones.

See floodsmart.gov.

Just as the once a century probability deceptively masks risk, even lower odds doesn’t mean a property won’t flood, says Howard Botts, chief scientist for CoreLogic.

He works with the federal flood program and with insurance and mortgage firms to assess — down to ten by ten foot areas — risk for properties outside hazard zones.

Careful homebuyers and owners can

garner greater insight of flood risk by talking to insurance agents and their municipal planning department, Botts says.

“Changing geography, development, and weather patterns mean that flood risk is not static,” adds Charles Symington of IIABA, an association for insurance agents.

“We look the elevations of properties relative to the 100 year zone,” Botts says.

“A lot of people are surprised,” he adds, that non-hazard areas have flooded in recent years.

For instance, even “a lot of coastal properties are outside of the zone as defined by [the government],” Botts says.

Even in Phoenix, which people associate with desert conditions, “part of it was once a marsh and filled.” In fact, of all the states, Arizona has the highest percentage of homes outside the hazard area but still at enough of a risk that home buyers should consider flood insurance, Botts says.

It’s important to know that if you have to take on flood insurance, there are other ways to drive down your costs.

“Without asking questions and shopping around, how can we really know if we have

secured the most comprehensive coverage at the absolute rock bottom price?” asks Frank N. Darras, founding partner at DarrasLaw in Ontario, California, who recommends inquiring about discounts with your current carrier and comparing plans offered by competing insurers. Other ways to possibly earn a discount, according to Darras, include: • Living close to a fire station or fire hydrant

• Recently replacing or upgrading your electrical system, plumbing, or roofing • Installing deadbolt locks on all exterior doors and motion-detector security lights around the property’s perimeter • Clearing away overgrown foliage from your property line and trimming trees • Being retired and/or present at home more often to reduce the risk of burglary and vandalism.

NORTH PUGET SOUND ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® 525 East College Way, Suite J

Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 416-4902

www.npsar.realtor

WHY USE A REALTOR®?

Buying or selling a home can be one of the most exciting, and most stressful things you will ever do. The terminology, the paperwork and the amount of investment you make can seem overwhelming. When you make the decision to use a REALTOR®, you can be sure that they will be looking after your best interests.

The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark, the use of which is earned by your real estate agent or broker through ongoing training and membership in the largest trade organization in the country, The National Association of REALTORS®.

Every member of the National Association of REALTORS® makes a commitment to adhere to a strict Code of Ethics, which is based on professionalism and protection of the public. The Code of Ethics is a promise - as a customer of a REALTOR®, you can expect honest and ethical treatment in all transaction-related matters.

If you want to be sure that you are dealing with a REALTOR® member, visit our website at www.npsar.realtor to see a listing of current local member offices, or look for an office that has earned the distinction of displaying the Source: www.realtor.org REALTOR® logo.

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$449,950 Beautiful Arlington 4 BR, 2.5 BA home in established Sky-Blue Estates. This lovely home has been wonderfully maintained with new flooring and paint throughout. Accent wall of reclaimed wood, 2 linen closets, and a large soaking tub.

Big landscaped backyard fenced yard. Massive storage units in garage. Hwy access, walking trail and shopping center nearby.

Celia Miller

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15282 Dewey CReSt Lane

$115,000

$719,000 The one you have been waiting for in Beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course Community. Pride and workmanship in this immaculate 3358 sq. ft. 4 bed, 3 bath & 2half. Tile & hardwood fl, white shutters & blinds throughout. Kitchen w/granites appl., 5 burner gas stove. Great room w/soaring book shelf & gas fireplace, wet bar w/fridge and sink.

Lgdining,spaciousmasterw/ensuiteJacuzzi tub, lg walk-in shower, closet w/builtins. Spectacular setting on 12th Fairway, covered entertaining patio & 3 car garage.

Elva Hunter John Hunter MLS# 1180546 360-202-3086 360-202-3854

Spacious townhouse in beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course Community! 4 BR, 3.5BA, 3,165 sq.ft.

Master on main fl w/large bath & shower & double sink. Spacious chef’s kitchen, granite & stainless appliances, lg eating area opens to great room w/ gas fireplace, 2 sliding door to a wrap around deck, & enjoy your spectacular view! Downstairs lg family room & 2nd master w/lots of storage, slider to patio & yard. Upper level w/BR & full BA. MLS# 1238734

1618 uniSon PLaCe, Mount VeRnon, wa 98274 EA

MO GLE

UNT

Buildable lot with power and water.

Location counts! Close to schools, golf, lakes, Dewey Beach. Midway to Oak Harbor and Anacortes for shopping, arts & entertainment, Carla Fischer medical, and ferries. MLS# 1124973 360-982-0010

elva Hunter 360-202-3086

23786 kaMLooP Ct., Mount VeRnon

yolanda Sakuma 360-421-0435

utilice su devolución de impuestos como pago!! este año, utilize su devolución de impuesto para algo que usted podrá apreciar durante años - un HoGAr! llame hoy para averiguar cómo Lot 18 tRiLLiuM Lane, ConCRete $39,000 5240 RazoR Peak DR., Mount VeRnon REN

TAL

Lovely future building site requisite on using water catchment system to obtain building permit. Power to the property. Nicely treed level tract of land with open area ready for building in the future. Paved street. Walking distance to Danya Wolf Rasar State Park! MLS# 1080761 360-708-8294

$899,000

Classic large home on the 12th Fairway Golf Course, in beautiful Eaglemont. 3 stories with plenty of room. New carpeting and all new stainless steel appliances & granite counter. Gracious entertaining with living room, formal dining & kitchen w/ great room & atrium. Curved staircase to Lg Master & walk-in Closet & 5 piece bath & 4 bedrooms, 2 bath. Downstairs with spacious family room, wet bar, pool table, sauna, 2 bedroom & 2 bath, fireplace, ready for your guest, 3 car garage & tile roof!

MLS# 1234575

$150,000

xxx DaiSy Lane, Lake Sixteen, Mount VeRnon $925,000

One of a kind lakefront property in the Pacific Northwest with approximately 1,500 feet of water frontage on a pristine trout fishing lake. Private wooded setting located on a dead end road. 2 miles to I-5. One hour to either Seattle, WA or Vancouver, BC. Permit for 10 bedroom water catchment system on file with county. PUD possible in the future as more development occurs. MLS# 1105664

Large lot in Nookachamp Hills Community.

Beautiful country setting overlooks a private lake for you to enjoy. Less than 10 minute drive to the city of Mount Vernon. All utilities are stubbed to the lot. MLS# 1059504 yolanda Sakuma 360-421-0435

Danya Wolf

Carla Fischer Yolanda Sakuma

360-708-8294 360-982-0010 360-421-0435

$1,695/Mo. 2202 HoRizonS St., Mount VeRnon

Nicely finished home in Skagit Highlands, close to bus line, schools. medical offices, hospital and shopping. Home has laminated first level floors with cook’s kitchen. Stairs and upper level are carpeted. Electric heat & hot water and low maintenance yard include a double car garage.

Washer/dryer are in the garage. MLS# 1229021

REN

TAL

$1850/MontH

All 1 level living! Immaculate 3 Bdrm, 2 full bath home on corner lot. Vaulted ceilings with huge windows let visions of the outdoors in, throughout the newly carpeted living room that also boasts a cozy fireplace. Formal dining room is just off the kitchen which has been updated and has sliders to a large back porch looking over the backyard.

Curbs and low maintenance landscaping finish off this lovely home with a 2 car garage with auto opener.

Application fee, $53 per adult 18 years plus.

Sandy everett

Sandy everett

360-202-3706

360-202-3706

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

www.skagittraditionrealty.com 1718922

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