Real Estate Weekly | February 19, 2016

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BUYING A HOME: HOW MUCH CAN YOU AFFORD? P. 4

BUYING A RENTAL PROPERTY

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ARE COUNTRY ACREAGES AFFORDABLE THESE DAYS

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FEATURE HOME:

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14343 JURA WAY, ANACORTES Colleen Sargent, Windermere Real Estate Anacortes

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Buying a home: how much can you afford?

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Buying a rental property

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Are Country acreages affordable these days?

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Classifieds

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Concrete $156,500 Need a shop? Very nice & clean 2 BR, 2 BA home w/office/bonus rm. Roomy backyard with park like setting on .41 acres. Fully fenced yard. Garden shed, gazebo & fire pit. Full RV hookups. MLS #811932 Call Corinne, 202-2397

Sedro-Woolley $360,000 Updated home with open floor plan. 3 BR, 1.75 BA. New furnace, newer windows & roof. Two barns. Pasture cross fenced for horses & all other livestock. 20 x 50 greenhouse with power & water. MLS #840870 Call Jim, 708-1681

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Mount Vernon $214,500 Welcome home! Many original features like hardwood floors, arched doors, etc. Lots of build-ins to add to the character of this home. 2 BR, 1.5 BA, possibility for a 3 BR. Gas heat supplemented w/wood fp. New roof in 2014. Workshop & lots of storage & shelving in basement. Private backyard. MLS #775438 Call Ivana, 770-3550

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Bellingham $585,000 Lake Samish waterfront home. Well-cared for, built in 2002. 1867 sq. ft., 3 BR, 1 ¾ baths. Lg. open kitchen w/granite counters. Bulkhead, dock, westerly view. Tankless water heater, F.S. propane stove. MLS #769355 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

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Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

Maggie deSouza 610-8413

Ayla Contois 610-1652

Jennifer Baker 220-1526

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Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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FEATURE HOME FROM COVER: 14343 JURA WAY Windermere Real Estate/ Anacortes Properties 3018 Commerical Avenue Anacortes, WA 360-293-8008 www.anacortesrealestate.com

OPEN HOUSE: SAT. 1-4 17173 W. Big Lake Blvd., Mt Vernon $850,000 • 4 bdrms, 3.25 bths

3115 Briarwood, Mt Vernon $229,000 • 3 bdrms, 2 bths

SUN. 12-3 46229 Baker Dr. Concrete

$214,000 MLS#880398 $219,900 MLS#893426 • 3 Bdrm, 1.5 bth • Walk to golf • Large shop • Quiet cul-de-sac • Affordable price • Curb appeal • Mountain views •3 Bdrm, 1.75 bth $449,000 • 30+acres • Beautiful views • RV parking • Ready for a retreat

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This unique home on over 2 acres offers you privacy plus views of Mt Baker & Similk Bay. This remodeled home has a 50yrs stone coated metal roof, wrap around composite deck w/ glass railings & views from almost every room. Deluxe kitchen w/granite countertops & center island. Key living on the main level w/spacious master suite. Natural gas radiant heat for the home.

Lower level has 2nd master suite, huge family rm w/wet bar plus a rec room area too. Large lot w/room to build a garage and more.

MLS# 868392 $479,000

$99,000 • 3 bdrms, 2 bths

$245,000

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$289,900 MLS# 893358 • 2 car garage each • 2 bdrm, 1.5 bth • Large yards • Duplex

$320,000

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MLS#871575

• 55 or better • Covered patio • Double garage • Great Kitchen

$609,900 MLS# 891268 $92,000 MLS#838541 • 3 Master Bdrm • MIL set up • 1 level acre • RV hookup • Wired for Gen. • Million Dollar View • Well & septic • Great rural setting Amy Harrison 360-913-5162 Amy Wickenhagen 630-9479 Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Connie Moulaison 770-1341 Duane Gish 770-9299 Jackie Lindeman 770-9080

MLS#889502

• Custom features • Oversized garge • Stainless appls •Newer home

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Jimmy O’Connor 853-6098 Josh Arunakul 360-982-3084 Kenda Furman 391-0030 Kimberly Gregory 360-941-0058 Margie Ernst 708-3198 Maria Mendoza 610-3309 Marlene Deasy 661-6720

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Mel Strickland 206-948-4392 Mike Newman 708-1419 Nicol Macri 206-962-9475 Rich Jones, Mgr 425-791-2879 Richard Sundance 420-4046 Sandi Hocking 708-1523 Sandi Riley 770-8670

Scott Heiner 540-7537 Sharon Stokes 661-6164 Shelley Camacho 708-4377 Traci Cypher 708-9481

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BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME… just completed! 2,325sf Rambler w/hardwood floors, granite counter tops on almost an acre! $389,500. #862075

MINI FARM… near Mt Vernon. Secluded 6 acres in park like setting w/fenced pasture and creek. 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home, attached garage. $425,000 #886838

2 DUPLEXES… in excellent condition in very convenient quiet location on Mt. Vernon hill. All units have 2 Br., & 1 Ba., Buy both or pick one. Each priced at $259,500. #814332 BUILT AS A B&B… 4.87 acres fully fenced, beautifully maintained, ready for animals, 36X32 barn & outbuildings. Home or Lodge has 5 Br, mstr on main. $435,000. #735543 READY TO BUILD… very nice full acre lot with water, driveway & 4 Br septic system installed. Already has approved bldg permit. $204,000. #890316 GOOD PLACE TO BUILD… Or place a MFG home. 20 acres w/water share included. Located just 4 miles from Sedro Woolley. $89,500. #891041

ATTENTION BUILDERS… We have 31 lots available with all utilities stubbed to each lot. Beautiful setting near Big Lake, priced from $84,000-$145,000. #746424 thru # 746695 LEVEL 4 ACRE PARCEL… zoned Multi-family within the City of Mt. Vernon. Potential for various housing development, close to college, schools & medical. NEW PRICE!! $130,000. #693883 CORNER LOT… 4.34 acre lot located in a peaceful area,corner of Parson Creek Rd., and Hatley Ln. Come build your home. $99,500. #805234 OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT… Use this space for your office, massage therapy or other wellness service. 132 sq. ft. for rent in great Burlington location. Rent $350 MLS# 891457

Jodi Dynes Terri Heyntsen Holly Hilts

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333-7783 391-0938 661-5538

Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155

Galen Kindred Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman

770-7083 202-2859 661-0145

BURLINGTON RAMBLER… Like new, 2 Br., 1.75 Ba, 1130 sf home, good floor plan w/laundry room, gas f/ place & patio. Close to schools & shopping. $209,900. #831438 20 ARES WITH WATER… logged 20 years ago & has grown back with mainly Alder. Access road to property & share in community wells. $89,500.

OUTSTANDING BLDG LOT… across the street from Regence Blue Shield. Great site for clinic or any professional use. Lot is 164X210, sewer, water is in.$415,000. #791084 GREEN ACRES LIVING… 3 Br.,1.75 Ba., in the country, yet close to town. Lg fully fenced backyard w/room to play. $249,500. #860474 COMMERCIALLY ZONED LOT… w/ 1500 sf shop, great for small business, reception area, 1/2 bath work space w/ 12X12 door, 3 phase power, room to expand. $275,000. #851808

Tim Reichert Fritz Inman David Parsons

391-5587 661-0147 391-4008

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BURLINGTON PARK… excellent 1109 sf 2 Br.,2 Ba., Markette home. Central air, gas heat, big living rm., + a 2 car garage. All appl., stay. 55+ park $85,000. #880695 SAMISH ISLAND LOT… Enjoy peek-a-boo Island views from this lot, which also includes easement to the beach below. .24 ac. Parcel. $75,000. #777533 SPACE FOR RENT… Make this 480 sq. ft. place work for your business. Updated with security and parking.

Some utilities paid. Rent $950 MLS# 891442 AFFORDABLE 20 ACRES… nicely wooded & includes water share in community well. Acess road ends at edge of property, great privacy..$65,000. #891010

Ron Wortham 661-1500 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Kristen Tuttle 708-8392

Travis Lohman Tod LeHecka Jan Scally Yvonne Brown

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ou’d like to set a budget in order to purchase a condominium, house or any other type of home, but you don’t know where to start? The maximum purchase price you can pay depends on several factors. Here are some guidelines to help you.

First, calculate all your monthly household expenses, including housing, communications, entertainment, savings, insurance, healthcare and transportation. The more realistically you record your expenses, the better your idea of what you can pay towards a house.

Next, you need to determine the exact amount of all your debts. Mortgage lenders will ask you for this information, so be prepared. Now note all the costs of buying and owning a property, such as a home inspection, transfer tax and a notary or lawyer’s fees.

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Calculate how much of a down payment can you come up with.

Keep in mind the federal guideline that says you shouldn’t let your monthly housing costs (mortgage, interest, taxes and heating) exceed 28 per cent of your average gross monthly income. Generally, your debt-toincome ratio (the total amount you spend each month to repay all your debts, including housing) shouldn’t exceed 36 per cent of your average gross monthly income.

If you would like to have more information about your mortgage eligibility or about your ability to pay, visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s website at http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/ buying/loans.

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AMERICAN DREAM REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC. 100’ Skyline Marina Moorage Cozy triplex in great location #887380 • $369,000 #575126 • $160,000

100’ Side tie slip on the east end of H Dock incl. slip #’s H11 & H13 in condo 18 at Skyline right across from fuel dock. The closest mainland marina to the San Juan Islands w/deep bottom at 40’ also offers 150 amps of power for your yacht. Secure moorage w/gated entry to marina, clubhouse, laundry, restroom, & shower areas. Also incl. is membership to Flounder Bay Yacht Club & Skyline Beach Club.

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#817663 • $349,900

Wonderful 20 ac cross-fenced equestrian property in great location w/easy Hwy 20 access 2 min from town & 10 min from I-5! One level, 3 BR/1.75 BA home w/great floor plan. Living rm w/vaulted ceilings. Kit w/newer range & d/w, eating bar, open to Perfect piece of investment property. All three units dinette. Fam rm w/newer laminate floor. $10K in new have leases in place and brings in $1650 a month fencing. 3 horse shelters, new 24’ x 16’ shop/hay in rents. It needs a little freshening up but is still a barn in 2013. RV pkg. Open sp. ag land offers lower sound investment. tax rate. Est. garden, buy now & enjoy the harvest!

For Lease- Light Industrial #887349 • $3,400

Great investment property #861758 • $234,000

Outstanding Investment! #749733 • $350,000

For Lease- 6600sqft free standing Prime Light Industrial building. Property is just of I-5 at Anderson Rd. Approximately 2200 sqft feet of air conditioned finished office, storage & bath. Wired for phone system and Internet service, Fiber optic & T-1 available also. Ware house features 8 roll up doors (4 drive through) and 1 dock high door as well as office space and rest room. Ample parking and great location!

Nice triplex in Mount Vernon. New roof and flooring through out each unit. Each unit is 800 sq ft and have one bedroom, one bathroom. Each have separate entrances with ample parking. Each unit rents for $650 per month.

6 Units-1-2 Bedroom-5-1 Bedrooms. Always rented.

2 units are new additions in the last 48 months. All units have been updated in teh last several years.

Possible room for a garage addition 1 cap! Do not wait on this excellent turn key money maker?

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Offered at $369,900 3 beds, 1.75 baths, 1,779 sq ft Finished 3-car garage Hardwood floors, granite counters Fully landscaped & irrigated yards Covered front & back patios

Contact Rebecca or Mary: 1-877-769-8070 or (360) 661-3689. Sales office is open Wed-Sun, 12:00-5:00.

Directions: I-5 to Mount Vernon; Exit 225, Anderson Rd; proceed north on Laventure to E Division St; Right on E Division St to Twin Brooks Dr.

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Offered at $414,900 3 beds, 2 baths, 2,260 sq ft Finished 2-car garage Covered front & back patios Hardwood floors, granite counters Single level home

Offered at $539,900 4 beds, 3 baths, 3,265 sq ft Finished 2-car garage Daylight rambler Hardwood floors, granite counters Fully landscaped & irrigated yards Large wooded buffer lot

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www.WindermereSkagit.com 15408 STATE ROUTE 9, MV

$295,000

2520 S. 18TH ST, MV

10934 SAMISH ISLAND RD, BOW

507 N. 1ST ST, MV

$297,000

$324,000

Remodeled triplex located close to downtown, shopping & medical district, easy freeway access. Each unit is 2 beds, 1 bath. Open floor plans, light & bright, kitchen w/ breakfast bar & eating area. Lower level has an add’l 500+SF of space. 4 private storage spaces.

Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #827196

17325 OLYMPIC PL, MV

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Beautiful riverfront property with 150’ of waterfront.

Older single wide with large deck is perfect for your weekend get-a-way. Enjoy fishing from your own property & in the evening enjoy the fire pit while watching the river roll by.

Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #831307

7757 DILLARD AVE, CONCRETE

$89,900

Investment opportunity! Great rental with good renters. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1300+ SF. Quiet location at the end of the street. Large fenced yard, 2 car covered parking. Great family room with wood stove that has a beautiful surround.

Call Geri Cole, 391-1614 #834565 2324 Monica Dr, MV $275,000 Fantastic split level home, 4 beds, den, large kitchen with eating bar & dining off kitchen, upgraded Italian tile flooring, fully remodeled bathrooms with jetted tub, fenced back yard, oversized garage, tons of storage. Located in an older, established neighborhood. Call for your showing today!

Call Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 or Karine Anderson, 421-1189 #878588

$369,000

Come see this NW contemporary modified A-frame - a custom home perfectly suited to its site! Peaceful Skyridge community offers easy I-5 & Mount Vernon access, privacy & large treed lots – 3 beds, 2.25 baths, 2187 SF. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #840992

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421 Klinger St, SW 213,000 Don’t miss this great 3 bed, 2.5 bath home in this desirable neighborhood. A fully fenced, large yard with deck has privacy & lots of outside space. Master bedroom has a full bath & walk-in closet. The kitchen is open to the dining & living room with an additional sitting room downstairs.

Call David Mani, 425-319-7091 #896637

712 TRAIL RD, SW

$279,000

Development opportunity or fixer upper on this lush .83 acre lot in town. 4 bed, 1.5 baths, 1536 SF. Vintage home with multiple outbuildings. More info at www.SkagitValleyHomes.com Bill & Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446/Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360-298-4857 #886372

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360-661-4947 360-421-4111 360-770-9427 360-840-5109 360-421-4446 360-708-5030 425-319-7091

Deborah McNeal Dick Nord Don Neill Donna Rowell Elizabeth Miller George Bellos Geri Cole

360-707-8073 360-661-6529 360-420-4444 360-708-7984 360-420-3607 360-708-9762 360-391-1614

Harry Ota 360-708-3500 Hollie Del Vecchio 360-525-5538 Jake Koetje 360-466-8045 Jamie Yantis 360-540-5264 Jannette Krieger 360-708-0233 Jim Glackin 360-428-2828 Jim Koetje 360-202-2500

$529,000

South facing Samish Island Beach house just steps to the water’s edge. Great island getaway with 2 bed, 1 bath, walls of glass, expansive decks for entertaining, spa, and boat house/artist studio.

Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #869404

9674 SAMISH ISLAND RD

$699,990

Incredible property! 157 ft of medium bank waterfront. Almost an acre & it includes a darling duplex. Each unit is 1 bed, 1 bath. They have a nice shared laundry room with storage for each unit.

Views from the property are amazing.

Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #804056

5798 CEDAR DR, BOW

$710,000

Beautiful 4,000+ SF home sits at the end of a private road on well-manicured grounds. This home has an open floor plan, with a tremendous kitchen built to entertain. Full finished day light basement & is equipped with large decks & patios perfect for entertaining. Come enjoy this peaceful & private home.

Call Jake Koetje, 466-8045 #778282

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18907 W Big Lake Blvd, MV

$897,000

Big Lake Custom home w/100 ft of waterfront features 4 bdrms including master suite, 3.5 bath, rec rm, & bonus rm plus a 4-car garage. Gourmet kitchen w/an impressive marble island w/eating area, family, dining & living room, 3 sets of French doors leading to the expansive deck w/uninterrupted lake views.

Call Sherry Johansen, 708-3636 #771852 21331 SHERMAN LANE, MV

$399,500

Quality custom built home. A beautiful main floor master addition built in 2010 right out of a magazine; finishes from Restoration Hardware, soaring 10.5’ ceilings, 6’ soaking tub & walk-in shower. 3 gas f/p, cozy den down or use as formal dining, 2nd master up plus 2 addl. beds, kitchen counters wrapped in stone, SS appliances. More info at www.SkagitValleyHomes.com Call, Bill/Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446/Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360-298-4857 #894814

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NMLS ID# 404665 | WA-CL 713524 Branch Manager / Mortgage Consultant Windermere Mortgage Services Series LLC/Skagit Valley

Windermere Real Estate/Skagit Valley • 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon • (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939

April Axthelm Balisa Koetje Becky Elde Bette Thompson Bill Krieger Dave Patterson David Mani

$447,900

NO BANK WATERFRONT, 140 feet of Big Lake frontage offering spectacular lake, mountain & golf course views. Approx. 512 SF. dock, lg. detached 3/4 bath house, RV parking. Over 1400 SF of living space, 3 beds. Beautiful cabinets with a Murphy bed can be used as an office or guest bedroom. Open floor plan.

Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #890619

Well-maintained 3 bed, 2.5 bath home with privacy in desirable Blackburn Ridge area. Living room w/gas FP. Main level bonus room as possible 4th bedroom.

Property has stately evergreen trees & backs up to greenbelt. Fenced back yard & large deck w/gazebo.

Call Warren Bingham, 770-2421 #895516

41621 NORTH SHORE DR, CONCRETE

17995 W. BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

1910 farmhouse plus a 1980 Mfg home on 2 adjoining lots totaling 7.93 acres. Beautiful mountain & valley views, fruit trees, & rolling pasture space. Individual Septic systems for both properties; shared well between the 2. Lots of possibilities. 2254 SF, 4 beds, 2.25 baths. SkagitValleyHomes.com.

Bill & Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446/ Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360-298-4857 #855253

Josh Scott Karen Beckner Karine Anderson Linda Eastman Margy Furst Megan O’Bryan Nathan Loeb

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Rita Ingram Sarah Minton Shawn Danley Shelby Hagman Sherry Johansen Spencer Roozen

360-708-8338 360-770-3076 360-488-3858 360-982-0163 360-708-3636 360-708-0634

Tahlia Honea Tasha Zahlis Tiffany Danley Travis Miller Warren Bingham

360-333-5815 360-391-5075 360-298-4857 360-420-7291 360-770-2421

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818 Shoshone Dr, La Conner $450,000 Waterfront beautiful home! This distinctive home features lofty vaulted ceiling, spacious light open floor plan & wall of windows for a front row seat to watch the boats go by. Truly one of a kind property featuring magnificent views & home with both beauty & practical one level living. Enjoy outdoor living with patio & decks. Tile roof, 3 car garage. Near picturesque town of La Conner. Shelter Bay Community amenities include marina, golf, swim, parks, tennis & beach. Moorage available.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS# 893527 NE

5215 Maritime Ct, Anacortes $645,000 This 2870 SF, 3 BD, 2.5 BA, custom, view home is located in the desirable Spinnaker Cove neighborhood.

Open floor plan with elegant finishes throughout.

Living room with gas fireplace, high ceilings and quality moldings. Dining area with access to a deck for entertaining. Office with French doors. Gourmet kitchen with stainless appl, granite, island and pantry.

Master suite on the main level. Lower level has 2 BD, 1 BA, family room. Close to WA Park and Skyline Marina.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 894261 NE

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4911 Macbeth Dr, Anacortes $574,450 Great styling in this NW contemporary home w/ panoramic SW views over Burrows Bay/Pass/Island, the San Juans & the most incredible sunsets. Main level living w/no steps from garage, vaulted ceilings, great quality construction and unique plan & features make this a timeless design. Master suite w/private deck, 2nd main flr bdrm/den/office. Lg living room w/gas fp.

Lower level has family w/kitchenette, bdrm/bath and 2 lg fin storage/hobby rooms. Tons of storage.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 890532

ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

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2118 33rd St, Anacortes $239,000 Nice starter home or investment property. 3 bedroom rambler on quiet cul-de-sac. Hardwood floors in living room, dining area and kitchen. Spacious deck off back and large backyard just waiting for a garden.

Attached one car garage. Bring your ideas and make this home your own.

Cynthia Aanestad 360.610.0120 MLS# 893596

6821 Carolina St, Anacortes $369,000 Wooded and wonderful - private acreage includes a home on 1.28 acres and an additional 2.5 acre lot. Home needs some work but has good bones and great potential. Kitchen and baths have been updated. Pellet stove keeps home cozy and warm.

Several unfinished storage areas downstairs. Remodel existing home or live in it while you build your dream home on the additional lot.

Cynthia Aanestad 360.610.0120 MLS# 865731 262 Quillayute Pl, La Conner $210,000 Lovely mature gardens surround this single level home well situated on cul-de-sac. Kitchen, with garden window, open to breakfast room. Living room with wall of windows & fireplace is open to dining room. Master Bedroom suite with office/workout/spa room with soaker tub & sliding door to deck. Fully fenced backyard with a good measure of privacy & a peek view of the Rainbow Bridge. Shelter Bay amenities include swimming pools, 9 hole 3 par golf, tennis, beach, & marina. Moorage available.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS# 746060

3801 West 3rd St, Anacortes $275,000 Well built rambler on corner lot. Open floor plan features living room with fireplace and dining area that opens out to deck overlooking private fenced yard. Sunny south facing living area, cozy kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and double car garage. Great neighborhood! Leased until June 30,2016.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 882134

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4536 South Shore Dr, Guemes Isl $1,000,000 Beautiful, quality, custom home and 818 SF guest house on a stunning, shy one acre, low bank waterfront lot. Great room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, dining area, with access to a patio. Kitchen with breakfast nook. Large master suite with master bath and sitting area. Great views of the islands, Guemes Channel and boat traffic. Southwestern exposure, wonderful gardens and a lawn in back to the beach.

Garage w/storage rooms, enclosed carport w/windows, outbuildings for storage.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 893227

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2411 Skyline Way #106, Anacortes $425,000 Spectacular panoramic views of Burrows Bay, Olympic Mtns, and the islands from this quality, low bank, waterfront condominium. Open floor plan concept: Living room with gas fireplace and access to a patio for entertaining, dining room with built in buffet.

Remodeled kitchen with stainless appl. Master suite with master bath and lots of closet space. Second bedroom, bathroom. Secure parking garage & security system. Skyline Marina and Washington Park nearby. Great walking trails.

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1810 8th St, Anacortes $740,000 Experience historic “Old Town” Anacortes, close to marinas, beaches, restaurants, and shopping. Magnificent views of the Guemes Channel and surrounding Islands from this vintage 1955 charmer. 3,344 sqft home features a separate living area complete with kitchenette and full bath on the lower level with alley access to a car port. Main level living boasts 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath plus security fencing in front yard with parking area, single car garage.

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Lot 181 Cypress Dr, Anacortes $218,000 This premier lot has spectacular panoramic views of the San Juan Islands, Guemes Channel, WA State Ferries and boat traffic. Level, cleared, building site in the desirable Clearidge neighborhood. All city utilities are in the street. Only minutes from downtown Anacortes.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 894341

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008 • (800) 327-5291 Bill Robillard 360-770-4707 Buzz Ely 360-202-4626 Caroline Baumann 360-202-7327 Catherine Mers 360-982-6831 Christine Cleland-McGrath 360-708-0267 Cheryl Frazier 360-202-4789

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Colleen Craig Colleen Sargent Cynthia Aanestad Debbie Macy Gina Davis Jack Dixon

360-770-9638 360-202-2155 360-610-0120 360-391-2422 360-708-7794 360-941-5000

Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 Jessica Notaro 360-202-1441 Joan Handelmann 360-202-4800 John Prosser 360-202-3891 Judy Moore 360-770-3515 Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400

Kristi Gabrielse Leigh Zwicker Linda Macy Lindi Kudlacek Margi Houghton

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360-420-3119 360-333-9975 360-708-8284 713-822-9203 360-202-0041

Nate Scott Paul Necco Paul Weisz Rebecca Chamberlain Rick Bennett

360-708-2354 360-770-5989 360-391-7281 360-421-5021 360-202-2630

Rob Skelton Sarah Jones Vicki Cooley

360-488-3776 360-333-2783 206-949-1010

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FIRST TIME HOME BUY AFFORDABILITY DOWN

83.8 2.1 First time home buyers affordability index in 1st Quarter.

Down from 85.9.8 in previous quarter.

San Juan has a low of 43.5 Lincoln has a high of 255.2

here are many reasons why you might want to buy a rental property. For star ters, if you have several properties, it can be a way to create passive income; it can also be a good way to diversify your investment portfolio. Depending on what kind of investor you are, there are two routes you can take: risky or less risky. Either way, you’ll need a savvy realtor to help you make the wisest choice possible.

Source: Runstad Center for Real Estate Studies, University of Washington

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

Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Tel. (360) 416-4902

www.npsar.com

What Is a REALTOR®?

The National Association of REALTORS®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing 1 million members, including NAR’s institutes, societies and councils, involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.

Working for America's property owners, the National Association provides a facility for professional development, research and exchange of information among its members and to the public and government for the purpose of preserving the free enterprise system and the right to own real property.

The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.

Source: www.Realtor.org Mission Statement: The Nor th Puget Sound Association of Realtor s advocates for Realtor s and their clients, provides services to help members prosper, and promotes the protection of property rights.

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If your goal is long-term security, your realtor can help you find a rental property at market price. There are a handful of solid options available to you, including a house where you can live and where there is a separate apartment you can rent out; a multi-residential building with several units or a single-dwelling house.

The advantages: at market price, you’re more likely to find a wellkept property with existing tenants in a reputable neighborhood.

The disadvantages: you might not see stellar returns from month to month. Just be sure your rental income covers all maintenance costs and allows you to pad a savings account for unforeseeable expenses.

HIGHER RISK If you’re prepared to spend time searching for a bargain, your realtor can help you find a property that is underpriced and that will bring you good returns. This might include a luxury home or a property that needs extensive renovations.

If you’re busy and don’t want to be bothered with the mundane tasks associated with being a landlord, ask your realtor about property management services. Your realtor may be able to manage all leasing, rent collecting and maintenance on your behalf.

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Are Country acreages affordable these days?

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he days of truly cheap rural properties are pretty much a thing of the past. buyers in mind when they decide to sell, but getting an “in” with a local realtor is the next best way to get your foot in the door.

Transition. If you are ready to quit the city but haven’t yet found some land to buy, consider renting. As you join local organizations and get to know people, you can advertise your desire to buy some acres.

Get to know the right people. Take your time and visit many Before you quit your job in the properties before you buy; in the meantime, the local realtor will city, talk to some realtors in have a list of rental homes for you the rural or semi-rural areas to consider. that interest you. Many rural property owners already have But if you’re a city and suburb dweller who dreams of moving to a calmer, simpler place in the country, don’t lose heart just yet. If you have some flexibility about when you buy and how you use the property, your dream may still be more affordable than you think.

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Scale back. If your dream is to have a horse farm or to live self-sufficiently, you may have to begin with a simpler plan.

Horses and pastured livestock require a lot of acres, and the initial layout for solar power or wind power is costly. If you have to, start off with an acre, or buy a home in a semi-rural town.

Either will get you away from the city traffic madness and save your sanity.

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CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS Burlington 1 Bdrm apartment, $800 a month. Plus first and damage deposit.

I pay for water, sewer, garbage, cable and electricity. Call (360) 7702788.

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT

(7368) www.prpmrentals.com

S.W. 2 bdrm, 1 Bath, garage. No pets/smoke.

Credit check. $890/mo.

360-855-0385

1113 Harmony Lane Mount Vernon

New, open concept home built with lots of charm and personality. 1880 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, stone frplc w/ built in bookcases, rustic solid oak floors, 9' ceilings, wainscot w/ wide molding. Exterior finished in stone, w/ cement shingles and trim. Master bdrm on main floor w/ 5 pc bath and hug WIC. Finished / insulated garage. This home is a must see. Excellent location on the hill in MV. Located on a quiet parcel just north of S. 18th and Section. $319,000. (360) 840-6555, (360) 708-9234

Vacant Lot Spaces For Rent 55+ manufactured home park in Sedro Woolley 24443 Wicker Road. $525 per month and $525 deposit, get first 2 months' rent free.

Piazza Realty Property Management (360) 424-7368.

BUILDINGS, INC. TRUSTED LOCAL Construction Roofing Gutters www.spane.com

800-310-2136

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Danya Wolf ............ 360.708.8294 Suzanne Jenkins..... 360.941.2983 Sandy Everett ........ 360.202.3706 JoAnn Boudreau .... 360.391.0746 Donna Kurras ......... 360.770.7596

18870 QUAIL DRIVE, MV

$1,850,000 2907 BROADWAY, MV

$245,000

4605 BEAVER POND DRIVE EAGLEMONT

$649,000

Elva Hunter ............ 360.202.3086

Celia Miller............. 360.391.6065

John Hunter ........... 360.202.3854

Brett Tacker ........... 360.840.7931

Shirley Bertholf ...... 360.840.1863

Russ Lanker ............ 360.708.1117

Carla Fischer .......... 360.982.0010

Patricia Box ............ 360.941-9186

5624 SWIFT CREEK DR, MOUNT VERNON

$247,500 600 REED ST #46, SEDRO WOOLLEY

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Street of Dreams home built in 1990 by Nordic Construction.180 degree view of valley, Mount Rainier, Olympics, and Mount Baker. Spacious, well-appointed Danya Wolf rooms throughout. Lots of light! Lovely 360-708-8294 portico to double door entry way with marble flooring. Double doors from entry to back yard with more view. Sometimes a black bear will feed from the bird feeder! Game room over looks family room and spacious kitchen to the north and Camano Island to the south, southwest. Multi levels inside & out. MLS#893504 1802 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON $122,000

With attention to detail, wonderful home w/spectacular views of Eaglemont Golf Course! French Doors w/slate entry, Elva Hunter hardwood & carpet, living w/gas fireplace, 360-202-3086 formal dining. Fabulous gourmet kitchen Spacious 3 bed/1.75 bath home in solid granite island, beautiful cabinets, opens to Lg great excellent quasi- cul-de-sac location. Danya Wolf room w/fireplace & box beam ceiling. French doors open to Home offers kitchen with pantry, natural 360-708-8294 Large Deck that spans the entire house, overlooking the golf gas heat, large yard, double car garage and plenty of extra course. Eaglemont Community w/spectacular clubhouse & parking! MLS#897527 restaurant. MLS#815455 1804 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON $599,000 15XXX MEADOWLARK LANE, MOUNT VERNON $ 95,000

1680sf Legacy two story home offers 3 upstairs bedrooms w/2 baths; plus 1/2 bath downstairs. Beautiful, spacious kitchen offers lots of cupboards, generous counter space; stainless steel natural gas oven/range; stainless steel dishwasher, Danya Wolf and negotiable stainless steel refrigerator. 360-708-8294 Extra parking along generous double garage driveway; community park across the street w/playground, benches and picnic tables. Not Short Sale! MLS#894609 XXX SHANNON LAKE RD, CONCRETE $99,500

Lovely, well-cared for, manufactured home in a quiet, spacious family park. Home may stay in park (park approval required) or be moved. Shirley Bertholf Seller will consider seller-finance 360-840-1863 with down payment of $25,000 or more. Other financing available upon lender approval (contact info available at listing office). Enjoy 1456 square feet of attractive living space without taking on a huge mortgage -- the best of both worlds! This is a beautiful home and won’t last.

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Attractive, large lot in beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course community, close to brand new 20,000+ SF Elva Hunter clubhouse, dining and full fitness 360-202-3086 facilities. Complete plans for a beautiful home on this lot are negotiable. MLS# 475295 3004 BARRELL SPRINGS RD, BOW

$167,000

Beautiful 15.5 acres in Bow! 3 possible bldg sites, 2 w/road access. Property has been replanted & offers seclusion w/ southwesterly exposure. Well is in, just needs power & pump. Perfect property to build your custom home or put a Donna Kurras manufactured home on. MLS# 794546 360-770-7596

Beautiful, peaceful setting. Imagine EAGLEMONT PRE-SALE waking up each morning to spectacular views of Sauk Mountain, Mount Baker view from one of All city amenities available at street; the Cascades, Skagit River & the the premier lots in beautiful John Hunter including PUD water, electricity, valley below...! Enjoy privacy in a Shirley Bertholf Eaglemont! Pre-Sale and Custom 360-202-3854 natural gas, cable TV, city sewer park-like atmosphere w/panoramic 360-840-1863 design your dream home with Irving Construction fine and city garbage pick-up. Lovely Danya Wolf craftsmanship...wonderful open floor plan. Builder evergreens and deciduous trees. Over 360-708-8294 views. Close to town. Nice hiking through forest w/cedar custom built 1806 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. # 794097 1/5 of an acre! Includes two tax parcels! MLS#863875 groves. What more could you ask for? MLS#175569 $160,000 20274 STACKPOLE RD, MOUNT VERNON $225,000 1804 BAKERVIEW CT. #LOT 170, MOUNT VERNON $165,000 20195 E STACKPOLE RD, MOUNT VERNON

Home is a fixer upper. Barn is on State Historical Registry. Fantastic view and great building site on this 4.92 acre tract. Fenced. Property Danya Wolf sets nicely on the east side of and 360-708-8294 above E. Stackpole Rd. House has 2 bedrooms;1 bath; 1056 square ft, built in 1910; effective year built is 1983; electric baseboard heat. MLS#867198

Mount Baker view from one of the premier large lots (10972 Sq. Ft) in beautiful Eaglemont! Builder/ Owner will build for you or bring John Hunter your own builder! All utilities 360-202-3854 are in and ready for you to build. Complete set of plans for a beautiful home on this lot is negotiable.

Builder completed 1806 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. MLS#848246

Property is across the street from 20196 Stackpole Road. Water has Danya Wolf been obtained for livestock, from 360-708-8294 ditch. Small pole barn on property. Fenced. Open Space Farm and Ag. Small “barn” on property was used for livestock.. MLS#873228

Lake view lot in Big Lake! Tract A (P17995) a gently sloped partially wooded lot on South end of Big Lake.

Enjoy the sunsets on this 1/3 acre lot!

MLS#853972 2017 CONTINENTAL PLACE SUITE #5, MV

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

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Office space for rent, 1000.

Danya/Keith sq ft. $800 mo. includes water, sewer and garbage. Owner Keith Johnsn. Contact Danya, 360-708-8294 or Nancy 360-540-6019.

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

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