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VACANCIES AVAILABLE FEATURE HOME: 17469 S. SKYRIDGE DR., MOUNT VERNON Ron Gilbertson, Remax Valley Homes

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Sedro Woolley Big Lake

$59,900

Affordable Big Lake view lot. .36 acres with PUD water & new septic design at county.

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2 lots to choose from. Picnic and Ponder your dream home plans from this incredible. Watch the sunset over Clear Lake, listen to the geese flying overhead and enjoy all the Lake offer.

Private setting, dead end road, easy access & convenient location. MLS #425334/425340

Cascade River, riverfront. Two separate dwellings. Cabin 40’ from Cascade River. 2006 12 x 30 Park Model. No flooding. MLS #267758

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2182 sq. ft, 1 ½ story on a corner lot. 4 BD/2BA home that has been freshly painted. Fully fenced backyard. Convenient location very close to schools, and easy I-5 access. Owner financing available for a qualified buyer. MLS #523862

Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Call Wilma, 661-1631

Call Debbie, 708-8780

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

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Mount Vernon $1400 per month/$1400 deposit

This home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a family room. Home has a large yard, with a patio and a hot tub. Pets negotiable, sewer and garbage paid.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

Mike Welling 540-1341

$185,000

The Cedars-desirable 55+ development. Elegant stand alone one level condo. 2 BR, 2 Baths. 1440 sq. ft. Vaulted ceilings, gas F.P. in liv. rm. Air cond.

Unit, tankless water heater. Central vac, private deck, 2 car garage. MLS #536417 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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Beautiful contemporary home in the woods.

Fantastic custom woodwork through out. 3 bd/1.75 baths with 1966 sq. ft. A nice large deck.

Includes Shelter Bay amenities. MLS #501052

$209,950

$139,950

Level 4.5 parcel. Over 1600 sq. ft home w/3BR, 2BA. 2000 +/- sq. ft. garage. Peaceful and quiet area. Amazing views. MLS #457850

Call Ron, 333-1045

Classic La Conner charmer. 3 bed/1.75 baths.

Updated throughout with original charm intact.

Hardwood floors, coved ceilings. Excellent neighborhood within walking distance to everything. Gas heat. Detached Garage.

MLS #498191

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Debbie Allen 708-8780

Shannon Henderson Office Manager

Burlington $1450 per month/$1450 deposit

This 2 story home features 3 bedrooms, and 21/2 baths, and has a den. Fully fenced yard with patio. Also has an attached 2 car garage.

No pets. Sewer paid.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

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Traci Erickson Property Manager 391-2969

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$649,500 Anacortes

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Burlington

$309,000 Sedro Woolley

$315,000

Anacortes

$695,000 Anacortes

$349,000 Anacortes

Mount Vernon

$355,000 Mount Vernon

$292,500

$649,950 Burlington

$279,000

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North Homes Realty Inc. 360.424.2100 • www.century21northhomes.com $475,000

770-8670

North Homes Realty Inc.

12951 S. FRONT ST. (CLEAR LAKE), MT. VERNON

MLS#493298

Sandi Riley 770-8670

$699,000

4034 E. DIVISION ST., MT. VERNON

• 3 bdrm + bonus rm • Detached 2nd home • Outside MV city limits

$62,500

MLS#531410

• New Sunroom • Large oak kitchen • New roof • 55+ adult community

$450,000

MLS#201498

• 9 unit building • Fully rented • Updated • Centrally located

$399,000

$699,000

• 183’ Low bank waterfront • 4,000 sf home • Duplex & guest cottage

MLS#205974

• Water view • 2 bdrms, lg rec rm • Gated community • Private

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• 24x40 shop • Level acre • Brand new well • Spacious living rm

$482,500 $249,900

MLS#483285

• 5+ acres • Fenced pasture • 3 bdrm 2.5 bth • Shy 2300 sq ft home Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299 George Herner 840-3743

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MLS#438143

• 4+ bedrooms • 3.5 bths • 3 car garage • 3244 sf custom • Golf course setting

Jackie Lindeman 770-9080 Larry Lundeen 982-0447 Margie Ernst 708-3198 Marlene Deasy 661-6720 Mel Strickland 206-948-4392

$372,900

MLS#475271

$16,900

MLS#492767

$399,000

MLS#340400

• 8 Res units • Long term tenants, • 1 Comm unit • Build to suit

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• OUTSTANDING QUALITY, SOLID BRICK LAKEFRONT BEAUTY • OVER 4,000+ SQ. FEET, LG. BRICK VIEW PATIO, 183 FT. LOW BANK • 3 BD., 2 BA., LG. VIEW BONUS RM., HUGE FAMILY RM, GOURMET KITCHEN

• 780 SF GARAGE, 1000+ SF UNF. BAS’MT, “CRAFTSMAN” QUALITY • RENTAL INCOME POTENTIAL W/1BD. BRICK DUPLEX + BRICK GUEST COTTAGE • 7 R.V. PADS FOR “CAMPOUTS” ON THE LAKE, “ONE OF A KIND” PROPERTY!

• CUSTOM CEDAR & BRICK RAMBLER W/LIFETIME TILE ROOF • QUALITY + W/OPEN PLAN, HUGE GRANITE KITCHEN & ADJ. FAMILY RM. • LOVELY HARDWOOD FLRS., DESIGNER TILE, 3 BD., 2.5 BA., 3 CAR GARAGE

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• TOTAL OF 5 BEDROOMS, 3.5 BA., OVER 3200 SQ. FT., OPEN PLAN • BRICK & HARDIPLANK TRADITIONAL BEAUTY W/3 CAR GARAGE • CHERRY/GRANITE KITCHEN, LG. FAM. RM., MASTER DOWN, A/C!!

• GORGEOUS VALLEY/MTN. VIEWS, LOADED W/PRIVACY • CUSTOM 2-STORY N/W CONTEMPORARY HM. W/GAS HT. + A/C • 3 BD. (HUGE VIEW MASTER SUITE) 2.5 BA., FAMILY RM.,PARKLIKE!

• SPACIOUS 3 BD., 4 BA. HM. W/2 BD., 2 BA. “APARTMENT”! • TOTAL OF 4300+ SQ. FT., 2 KITCHENS, 2 GAS FPL., 2 LG. VIEW DECKS • HUGE BONUS RM. UP, LG. UNF. BASEMENT, 3 CAR GARAGE!

439 STERLING ST., SEDRO WOOLLEY $148,500

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• RESTORED “N/W CRAFTSMAN” STYLE W/CEDAR DECK & HOTTUB! • NEW FLOORCOVERINGS, NEW HALL BATH, 2 BEDROOMS • GAS HEAT,LG. SHOP + 600+ SQ. FT. GARAGE/SHOP, FENCED YD.!

• GREAT “FIXER” ON LARGE CORNER LOT, EXTRA R.V. PARKING • CEDAR RAMBLER W/4 BEDROOMS, 1.75 BATHS • GAS HEAT, QUIET STREET, WALK TO SCHOOLS/SHOPPING!

• ”TOP 5” 55 PARKS IN WASHINGTON STATE, CLUBHOUSE & GATED! • SPACIOUS (1680 SQ. FT.) 2 BD., 2 BA. W/LG. FAMILY RM., GAS HEAT • OVERSIZE 1+ CAR GARAGE + CARPORT, “XTRA” PARKING, MORE!

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17469 S. SKYRIDGE DR., MOUNT VERNON

$975,000

RE/MAX Valley Homes 823 N. 4th St. Mount Vernon, WA 360.424.7166 www.BuyingValleyHomes.com

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Absolute Quality is this beautiful 5200 plus sqft home in Skyridge.

Enjoy the valley views and great sunsets from this custom built 4 bedroom 4.5 bath home. A stone floor to ceiling fireplace fills the living and dining rooms.

An expansive main level master suite. Down stairs 3 more large

Percentage increase in foreclosures in New Jersey since June 2013, while the nationwide foreclosure rate went down 35 percent in the same period.

bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sauna and exercise room. MLS# 501647

Source: Source: RealtyTrac, MidYear 2013 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report

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CONVENIENCE STORE..great location at entrance to LaConner. Owner retiring, priced for quick sale $399,500. #480821 SOUTH CAMANO ISLAND..lovely 2 Br home w/loft for office or 3rd bdrm.

Huge stove f/place, excellent westerly views. $414,500. #523067 NICE 20 ACRES..fronts on access road with great mountain views. Has power & water available. $99,500. #330544 VIEWS FROM EVERY DIRECTION…5 Ac parcel located on Bisquit Ridge!

Great opportunity to build your custom home! $277,500 #379837 BUSINESS ZONED..2.26 Acres w/all utilities available. Located in center of Sedro Woolley $149.500 #510206

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Tim Reichert Jeff Ingman Ron Wortham

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BEAUTIFUL 4 BR, 2 3/4 BA RAMBLER w/full daylight basement on sunny, level lot overlooks tennis courts. Lots of hardwoods & blt-ins. $425,000 #524356 NEAR LAKE PADDEN.. Nice 3 Br, 2 Ba MFG home located in park within walking distance of Lk Padden. $79,500 #494657 ACREAGE..NICE 4.45 ac bldg site in Sedro Woolley, lightly treed, mostly Alder, Thos Creek running thru property.

Owner may carry contract. $69,900. #508915 56 WOODED ACRES..w/paved road frontage & across street from Skagit River. Beautiful views. $168,000. #331124 COUNTRY ACRE..affordable land ready to build on.Mtn & territorial views in quiet Clear Lake location.

PUD water & PSE power at street. $66,500. #533419

391-5587 202-2859 661-1500

HORSE OWNERS DREAM..2 newer homes on 2.75 acres. 50X60 all purpose bldg w/dirt floor, blt for indoor arena.Main home 2 Br, 2Ba, den,bonus rm, appx 1952sf & more. $354,900. #530282 GREAT CONDITION..move in ready, 5 Acres w/newer 3 Br/2Ba MFG home.

Nice open floor plan, lots of light, bonus room,greenhouse & deck. $229,900. #455674 NEW PRICE..SHARP RAMBLER..newer kitchen, new roof, granite counters, French doors to family room, private backyard. $215,000. #406538 GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT.. one level home, 2 Br, 1Ba,spacious living room & kitchen w/breakfast area. 3 carports, 1 garage, shop area. $169,000. #454810

Mary Jo Reitsma Karin Peck Shelah Inman

SPACIOUS RARE CUSTOM HOME..4 Br, over 3000sf Rambler w 40X60 high ceiling shop. 5 acres with wine grapes in your own vineyard. $569,500. #533405 ALGER & OLD 99..Corner of high traffic area( across from alger Tavern) Rambler, lots of possibilities. Rural village Commercial zoning! $179,000. #324553 EAGLEMONT 2 STORY.. 3 Br, 2.5 Ba, over 2500 sf, hardwood floors, kitchen w/granite, high end fixtures, high ceilings Spacious upstairs, bonus rm & den. $310,000. #498985 STEAK & EGGS..or whatever your favorite is will be served here. Edison Café w/all equipment included. $174,500. #525364

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770-6013 391-7561 661-0145

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360.757.6013 800.869.7084

OFFICE & WAREHOUSE..2.2 acres of commercial property fronting Memorial Hwy. Several buildings w/7900sf rental space. $495,000. #482676 COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER W/ SHOP..4 Bdrm, 1 3/4 Bath. 2483 sf home. Beautiful kitchen, maple cabinets, high ceilings. Finished 1700 sf shop & more. $525,000 #473037 NICE ACREAGE..Gently sloping 9 acres w/nice views of valley & mountains near Big Lake. 3Br home in private setting. $235,000. #520085 ACRE PLUS..located near Alger w/1900sf Mfg Home & 768 sf garage with shop space. $146,500. #483337

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421-516 661-0147 661-5538

EDISON MINI FARM..updated one level 3 Br, 3 Ba, over 2200sf. Located on a special 3/5 acres. Well blt, remodeled kitchen, lg private deck & much more. $359,500. #530235 LEVEL 1/2 ACRE..surrounded by pastureland just outside Burlington. Great spot for new or MFG home $149,500. #309905 PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP..one level 3BR, 2Ba. w/hobby rm below. Hrdw floors, vaulted ceiling, open living/dining rm, kit. w/breakfast nook.Enclosed sunroom. #265,000 #507038 SEDRO WOOLLEY 4 BDRM..2086 sf, 2.5 Ba, 2 story home blt in 2003, close to schools, quiet street, nice sized yard.Lg living rmw/gas f/place.

All appl stay. $220,000 #534092

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RESIDENTIAL 2610 E SECTION ST, #2, MV $48,500 Immaculate 2 bedroom, 1.75 bath home with open floor plan. Gas heat. Deck off master suite. Carport & storage shed. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #514393 1419 DIGBY PL, #203, MV $132,000 Fantastic, like-new 1 bedroom, 1.75 bath condo in Maddox Creek The Ridge. Excellent westerly view.

Call Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 or Kim Kelley at 2025515. #510161 NE

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1119 WASHINGTON AVE, BRL $159,000 Adorable 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. New carpeting, gas fireplace, bright kitchen, attached garage.

Totally private fenced back yard with outbuilding.

Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #527211 1246 ARREZO DR., SDW $189,900 Commanding views of the Cascade foothills. Very nice residence in Sauk Mountain Estates offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. View deck & fully fenced yard.

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14773 AVON ALLEN RD, MV $595,000 Sprawling Ranch style home w/gorgeous valley views. 3.7 acres with fenced pasture, barn w/5 stalls, heated wash rack, tack room & 2 large shops. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #511224

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39910 WILLARD LN, CNC $299,900 1 acre of country living surrounded by fields & mountains. 1-level home with 4 bedrooms. Formal dining/living rooms. 3 full baths, arched doorways.

2 car garage. Fenced back yard. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #530212 20875 LAKE 16 RD, CONWAY $299,950 Hard-to-find Lake 16 waterfront home; great yearround or vacation home. 1968 SF, 3 decks, private dock & hot tub. Photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes. com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #487355 4326 KIOWA DR., MV $310,000 Cozy 4 bedroom, 2.25 bath home with office on a quiet dead-end street. Located in an established neighborhood with beautiful territorial views. Call Jake Koetje at 466-8045. #491237

1312 N 43RD ST, MV $429,900 Custom 4 bedroom home with beautiful detail throughout. Coffered ceilings, main floor master suite with jetted tub & shower. Large gourmet kitchen with walk-in pantry. 3 upstairs bedrooms & huge rec room & wet bar. Call Donna Rowell at 708-7984. #528255 29000 OUTLOOK LN, SDW $489,000 Incredible views of the valley, river & mountains!

Wood beamed tongue & groove ceilings, extensive deck & view windows, main floor master suite. 3 bay shop. More info & photos at SkagitValleyHomes. com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #529566 15181 DESCHUTES CT, MV $499,950 New construction in Creekside Meadows; 1 acre lots w/shared interest in equestrian 68 AC parcel.

Quality finishes. 2989 SF, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. 3 car garage. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #495280

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824 GREENLEAF AVE, BRL $229,900 Updated 4 bdrm home with new kitchen, stone gas fireplace. Fenced backyard with patio & play-set.

19’x24’shop with 12’ door & RV parking. More info & photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #503884 NE

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12978 EAGLE DR, BR $249,900 3 bdrm, 2 bath home in Skagit Golf & CC. New interior paint. Nicely landscaped .28 ac lot with mature trees & new garden shed. More info. at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #536152 311 N. GARDNER RD, BRL $249,500 Lovely log home with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths & updated kitchen. Newer roof. 30x36 garage/shop with 220 & ample storage. On .63 acre lot with lovely patio. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #496885

23692 SAWYER LN, CL $325,000 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1 acre in gated community. High-end touches thru-out. 1700+ SF of garage/shop/hobby space. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #486117 4806 NEW WOODS PL, MV $344,900 Eaglemont Golf Course Villa on the 14th green.

Light filled open design with tall ceilings. 2076 SF, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & 2 car garage with storage area. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #500714 17820 KAMB RD., MV $389,900 1910 farmhouse with modern upgrades. Master suite on main. Chef’s kitchen, Bosch dbl ovens, DCS cooktop, HVAC w/AC, stained glass, trex decking. 1 bdrm MIL. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #449278 16388 CULTUS CT, MV $395,000 4 bedroom home on 5.45 wooded acres. Vaulted ceiling living room & main floor master. Deck & 3 car garage/workshop. Photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes. com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #489947

15175 DESCHUTES CT, MV $499,950 New construction in Creekside Meadows; 1 acre lots w/shared interest in equestrian 68 AC parcel.

Quality finishes. 3170 SF, 4 bedroom, 2 bath home.

3 car garage. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #495280 18589 W. BIG LAKE BLVD, MV $515,000 Waterfront home & shop on 1.08 acre. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Gorgeous lake/mountain views from kitchen/dining/great room. 50’ dock, 70’+/- waterfront. Huge 36x40 shop. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #491092 310 LILAC DR, MV $589,950 Unique contemporary home on an estate size property. 5000+ SF home built by Cheney Architects. Marble foyer leads to family room & kitchen.

Master suite has 2 full baths. Mt. Baker view. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #490028

4031 EAGLE RIDGE DR, CAMANO ISLAND $69,900 2.5+ acres ready to build your dream home! Home site cleared, well installed & septic design completed. Beautiful acreage community! Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #486423 0 SAWYER LN, CL $99,950 Nice level lot in a gated community with Clear Lake access. Power at the road & water available. Ready to build your dream home in the country. Start now to enjoy your summer on the lake. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #480406 NHN ERSHIG RD., BOW $129,000 Great setting for your dream home. 1 acre site in Bow. Level lot with soils analysis on file with wells in area that average 50-60 ft. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #359539 16457 DIKE RD., MV $129,000 Level 3.29 acres of farmland. Perfect new home site. View of Mt Baker. Public water, power & a 1000 gallon septic on property. Call Alice Hanson at 7708791. #322893 1150 S. ANACORTES ST, BRL $165,000 1 acre in Burlington with a small house, but the real news is the land. Subdivision possible, up to 5 lots.

Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #533424 LOT 4, DEMING WAY, BOW 229,000 View Samish Bay, Padilla Bay, San Juan Islands & sunsets. 1+ acre view lot in Bow-Edison area. Quick access to I-5 & Chuckanut Dr. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #226523 0 PADILLA BAY LN, BAYVIEW $230,000 Prime 1 acre building lot with great views. Located at the end of a dead-end private road. 4 bedroom septic design in place & power on the property. Existing shop/carport. CCR’s, no manufactured homes. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #485056 0 DIGBY PL., MV $270,000 2 parcels approved for a 5-plex & tri-plex zero lotline view townhomes. All utilities including, power, water, sewer, stormwater & natural gas are stubbed in. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #450239 0 SEAVIEW LN, MV $479,000 Bayview secluded wooded 10 acre retreat with evergreen & hardwood trees. Features wildlife & recreational trails. Coded gate entry for privacy.

Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #505282

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708 41ST PLACE, ANA $325,000 Gorgeous updated 2040 SF rambler w/ amazing outdoor living areas. High-end finishes in kitchen, bathrooms. Spacious master retreat. Over 500 SF of deck, pond w/ waterfall, garden shed, paver patio… too much to list! Deborah McNeal 360-707-8073 MLS#531423

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15809 YOKEKO DR, ANA $698,000 Custom waterfront home with an open floor plan that allows unobstructed views from each spacious room. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#534112 NE

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. AUG. 31, 2-4PM 13933 GIBRALTER RD, ANA $1,380,000 Waterfront living at its best from this immaculate 2.68 acre estate with high bank waterfront. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#534205

4607 SCHOONER DR, ANA $445,000 Charming beach living in 3bd 3ba Island House!

Gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters, walnut bar, and butler’s pantry. Hardwood floors, beautiful covered front porch, island views and more. Beach access and 4 parks in wonderful neighborhood.

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13158 SUNSET LANE, ANA $519,000 Beautiful NW Contemporary w/ lovely island & mtn views. 3520 SF, 3bd 4ba main-level living w/ 2 master suites, office/den, expansive deck, and MIL possibilities. Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929 MLS#484758

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6138 PARKSIDE DR, ANA $284,000 Skyline home near WA Park & private beach.

Features stained-glass entry door, wall of windows, open living space, walk-in Master, jetted tub. Skylights throughout. Waterfall, pond, and much more!

Rebecca Chamberlain 360-421-5021 MLS#532832 4610 ANACO BEACH RD, ANA $279,000 Charming 2bd 1.75ba cottage on .35 acres w/ lovely sound view & gardening space. Sunny living room, spacious kitchen, & newer deck. Basement has 6’ ceilings for great shop/storage space. Cynthia Aanestad 360-610-0120 MLS#502538

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15743 S DECEPTION SHORES DR, ANA $225,000 Stunning panoramic water & mtn views on gently sloping lot w/ easy community beach access. Gated 68 acre community w/ 41 acres of trails/forestlands in private reserve. Ready to build, soil tests done, electricity/gas at street. Margi Houghton 360-2020041 MLS#531140 NE

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1418 GEORGIA AVE, ANA $249,000 Opportunity to expand on this fixer that is adjacent to Cranberry Lake. Lots of potential here. Nearly ½ acre lot w/ possibility to subdivide. Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155 MLS#534053 W

3812 W 3RD, ANA $235,000 Great 3bd 2ba starter home or rental w/ partial bay views. 1200 SF w/ spacious deck. Nicely landscaped.

New comp roof July 2013. Caroline Baumann 360202-7327 MLS#533353

3625 GREEN CLIFFS RD, ANA $375,000 Privacy and peace await in this 2bd 2ba octagon Skyline home on 5.18 acres of trees and trails.

Decks, open living, great copula, & Burrows Bay views. Garage and carport included. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#477096 1113 10TH ST, ANA $410,000 4 Old Town charmers on superb building site.

Construction to start w/in months! Close to restaurants, festivals, marinas, library & parks. Homes are approx. 1900 sq ft w/ master suite on main level & 2-car garage. Options include hardwood, granite counters, & possible ADU above garage. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#415003 3810 W 12TH, ANA $946,000 Stunning 4,398 SF Rock Ridge home w/ dramatic San Juan views. Features 4bd 2.5ba, elegant dining & living room, butler’s bar, gourmet kitchen, family room w/ wet bar, & lavish master suite. Includes 700 SF shop & gorgeous landscaping. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#456264 4204 OWEN WAY, ANA $778,000 Enjoy panoramic San Juan Island & Burrows Bay views from this beautiful 3,374 SF, 4bd 3.5ba home. 12ft vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen, granite counters, & extralarge master suite. Custom cabinets & storage space throughout, large deck for entertaining, oversized garage. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#503706

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15767 N DECEPTION SHORES DR, ANA $258,000 Stunning panoramic water & mtn views on gently sloping lot w/ easy community beach access. Gated 68 acre community w/ 41 acres of trails/forestlands in private reserve. Ready to build, soil tests done, electricity/gas at street. Margi Houghton 360-2020041 MLS#531064 NE

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1802 HIGHLAND DR, ANA $569,000 Beautiful custom home with fabulous SW views of Islands. 4500 SF, 3bd 3.5ba. Well maintained & well appointed. Fully landscaped. Priced at assessed value! Catherine Mers 360-982-6831 MLS#528534

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LOTS 22-24 SOUTH SHORE RD, ANA $40,000 This beautiful, level, wooded lot is not far from the Guemes ferry dock and Anderson store. Lot certification is completed. Great vacation get-away. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#534089 3804 MARINE HEIGHTS WAY, ANA $450,000 Sweeping San Juan views from gorgeous 25,000+ SF building lot. Located in Castilleja Bluff, a small community of high-end custom view homes nestled among velvety forest lands. Ready to build, utilities on-site, owner financing available. Skyline amenities included. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#439889 2 HILINE LANE, ANA $148,000 Private, wooded 2.5 acre parcel off Whistle Lk Rd with cleared level building site overlooking forested creek. City water and power stubbed to property with three extra conduits. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422 MLS#392443 1307 5TH ST., ANA $199,500 Rare 6000 SF lot in historic Old Town w/Guemes Channel & San Juan views! All utilities in street.

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NOT PAID AS AGREED Question: We are unable to refinance our home because it shows that we had a “deed in lieu of foreclosure” on our credit report. In fact, no such thing occurred. We bought six investment condos in Phoenix. As part of the transaction, we borrowed $400,000 with a five-year loan and put in $250,000 through a tax-deferred exchange.

In total, the properties cost about $110,000 a piece. We could not get the loan refinanced, but the lender said we could pay off the financing with a $100,000 discount – in other words, we could refinance with about $300,000. Meanwhile, the value of the properties had dropped to $16,000 apiece, so no lender would offer a $300,000 mortgage for properties worth a total of $96,000. To get the bank to negotiate, an attorney advised us to miss a few payments, which we did.

Finally we were able to make a deal with the bank to pay off the loan for $200,000, money we got by refinancing our home and another rental property. Now, with rates lower, we want to refinance our home but no lender will provide a new loan. What can we do?

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Answer: From the lender’s point of view, here’s what happened: You got a $400,000 loan. You paid back $200,000. You missed several loan payments.

Foreclosures, short sales and deeds in lieu of foreclosure are all the same for credit-reporting purposes – they show up as “not paid as agreed,” according to credit score developer Fair Isaac (FICO).

Lenders will look at your situation and ask: If the value of the six condo units had increased, would we have gotten back more than the $400,000 that we loaned?

If we are not getting any additional benefit from the upside risk, then why should we have to swallow a $200,000 loss on the downside?

That is why “not paid as agreed” is a black mark on a credit report.

As for your current refinance, residential and investment properties possibly qualify for assistance under the government’s HAMP program.

In addition, state attorney general offices may be able to point you to specialized refinancing programs.

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Vacancies Available With some prior research and a little TLC, once-vacant foreclosed properties can have appealing price tags for buyers.

Thinking about purchasing a foreclosed home? You may be able to take some of the stress out of that distressed-property transaction by investigating how long it’s been vacant, the experts say.

With a glut of foreclosed properties flooding the market following the housing crash and economic downturn, many of these homes have sat vacant for months or years.

Prior to committing to any distressed home purchase, shoppers should have a thorough home inspection performed by a professional, learn the true value of the property from their real estate agent and ask as many questions as possible from the bank or entity that owns it.

“Learn how long the property has been idle, what repairs or improvements have been made since the foreclosure and if they were permitted and inspected,” Martin-Back says. “Ask if any water intrusion or flooding occurred in the home. And did environmental conditions cause the previous owners to abandon the property?”

In fact, RealtyTrac recently reported that owners have vacated more than 167,000 foreclosure properties nationwide, representing 20 percent of all American homes in the foreclosure process.

But like a stagnant pool that quickly grows contaminated with bugs, homes left empty for too long can breed all manner of problems that prospective It may be difficult to get straight answers, because the bank that owns the purchasers should consider. home rarely knows much about the history or condition of the property, says Bill Golden, a real estate agent. Unlike transactions where the seller is Some homeowners are angry and bitter about losing their homes, says a private citizen, “The bank is probably not going to make repairs for the Marc Israel, attorney and executive vice president of a national title buyer based on inspection,” Golden says. “Buy only if the price affords you insurance company in New York City. “This situation can lead to intentional enough room to take this worst-case scenario into account without overdamage and destruction caused by the homeowner and years of improving the property.” neglecting basic upkeep.”

In other words, the cost of repairs should not be higher than the amount For instance, he says, “Major systems and things such as plumbing, of money you save by purchasing the distressed property, as compared to electrical and the roof all need regular and consistent upkeep, and when other similar properties nearby. these systems are ignored, the damage that can be caused is significant.”

Reggie Marston, president of Residential Equity Management Home Terry Martin-Back, a certified general contractor and broker associate says Inspections, LLC, mentions that in some cases, for the bank to accept a theft is another common concern in long-abandoned homes. contract on the home, the purchaser has to waive all inspections and take “I often find that the HVAC condensing units, appliances, light fixtures the home ‘as is.’” and copper pipes and wiring have been stolen. In a few cases, I’ve also witnessed all the cabinets and vanities removed.” Martin-Back says.

That’s a much riskier transaction, and Marston recommends that buyers “Vandalism, ranging from broken windows to graffiti on interior walls, is always find a “competent team of professionals” to review a property first. another issue.”

Golden says foreclosures can still be a good value for the right buyers, so long as they are well informed.

Extremely cold weather could cause pipes to burst; on the other end of the Smart buyers who understand the risks in purchasing a distressed, vacated spectrum, warm and humid weather could encourage mold and mildew home “can do very well if they carefully shop and negotiate for the home,” growth.

Israel says.

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CLASSIFIEDS Cozy Big Lake view studio $495. No smoke/pets. 206778-8147 Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 Norris Place 757-3060 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd.

Great location, some restriction apply. Call or stop in today.

RENT TO OWN M.V. Cute 2 bdrm, 2 ba, with seperate mother-inlaw apt., walking distance school/hospital/downtown, $1450/mo. 360-420-0606 www.skagitsolutions.com

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Sept. 15th-June 15th. Lrg. kitchen, bath & living room/ bdrm, closets, use of lawn, beach & dock. Furniture optional. No smoke/pets. Refs. $550/mo. 360-424-1695 SAMISH ISLAND RENTAL: quiet, single occupancy, beach access, view orchard, PUBLIC HOUSING Mt Baker & Bay. 20 min. to Burlington. $750 month plus first, last, $300 damage deposit, electricity. Full credit report & rental history. No smoke/pets. 360-766-5230.

Are you paying more than 30% of your gross income for rent and heat? You may be eligible for low-rent housing. Rent is base on income. Anacortes Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for 1, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath townhouse 2, 3, and 4 bedroom apart- duplex, 1,539 sq. ft., all apments. Call 360-293-7831 plcs., garage, close to S.W. or visit our office at 719 Q High School. $1000/mo. No Avenue, Anacortes. Appli- pets. 360-856-6949 cations can be picked up at Deluxe S.W. 2 bdrm, D/W, office or in box located outW/D, storage. Remodeled. side front door.

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Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT MV 4-plex, 608 N. 1st St., (7368) www.prpmrentals.com front unit, 2 bdrm, 1 ba, gas heat, porch, yard, central 6 bdrm, 3 1/3 ba, MV, 2 car laundry, avail. now. Off-street garage, $1950 + $1000 dep. parking. $775/mo. $500/dep.

360-707-8063, ask for Oscar 360-424-6974.

“LIVE THE GOOD LIFE” Birch Bay 2 Bdrm beach cab- MV, nice 1 level triplex, 2 bdrm, 2 ba, carport, W/S/G in, $765 +. 360-419-0320 pd., no smoke/pets. $725/ MV/Big Lake, lakefront with mo. $725/dep. W/S/G pd. dock, 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, $1250, 1 Background chk. 360-6109860, 9 to 5. year lease. 360-679-3355

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$425/mo. Ladies 55 yrs or older. Incl. all utilities, TV, internet, laundry room. Central location, close to downtown Sedro-Woolley, bus stop, across from senior center.

Very large, clean, safe, beautifully furnished home. No pets. Call 360-201-9606

1,100 sq. ft. shop for rent, dry storage, on private property with lots of cabinet space, RV & boat compatible.

Burl. $350/mo. 360-420-5830 Burlington Business Park, 720 sq. ft. office, 3000 sq. ft. warehouse, loading dock plus 12x14 drive in door, 22 ft high, $2600/mo NNN. Call Al Brown, 360-770-9877

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18826 Fishermans Loop, Burlington Quiet country home close to town and freeway in a nice neighborhood. 3-bedroom, 1 3/4 bath. New kitchen and bath cabinets w/granite counter & stainless appliances. All laminate floors, new windows, garage door & gutters. 2 out buildings in a large fenced back yard with awesome covered patio and firepit. Nice extras... fireplace, pantry, and separate laundry room. $229,000, 360-757-0569.

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2142-2774 sq ft, 1 & 2 level homes. Ramblers have nostep entry! 3-5+ bdrms. 3 car garages. Quality high end finishes. Great room & gas frplc. Quality high end finishes.

Tuesday, 5:00 to 7:00 Wednesday, 11:30-2:00 Sunday, Noon-3:00 Go to 3015 Pine Creek Dr. during Open House to view any of the homes! Or call Val Thomas Preview Properties at 360-333-0562 to set up an appt. From I-5, E. on College Way, N (left) on N. 30th, ¼ mi. to Pine Ck.

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Nicely updated home on 9.71 acres in very secluded setting near Big Lake. 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths and 5 skylights make this home bright & cheery. Enjoy awesome mountain views from this private setting. Also has great 1,440 sq ft shop bldg.

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$299,500 Call Jeff Ingman (360) 202-2859 Brown McMillen Real Estate

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$295,000 – Great location 4 min. off I-5, Exit #231 (Chuckanut Dr.) to Allen West Rd. - an outstanding, totally remodeled home, slightly over (1) one acre with a farmland view. 1,490 sq. ft. of living space, 2 Bdrm, + 315 sq. ft. of new deck, + 720 sq. ft. detached garage, 6” insulation R-21, finished for hobbies/crafts or 2 automobiles. Very large improved parking area. Thank you for calling 360-766-5000.

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Samish Island WATERFRONT 10529 Samish Is. Rd. $749,000 Price reduced!!! Sensational custom one level home on 1.54ac w/access road to beach. 3 bdrm, 3 ba, open floor plan, hardwood floors, two car attached garage plus 1890 sq. ft. detached garage/workshop perfect for RV/boat/equip storage.

Separate guest house with it's own living, dining, bdrm, ba. Circular drive, no hassle with ferries. Just drive onto Samish Island.

MLS#486866 Call Terry Smiley 425-985-9643 Champions Real Estate

Owner Must Relocate Samish Island Waterfront Bargain $475,000 *2,750 sq. ft. on .95 acres *3 Bdrm / 3.25 Ba *Oversized 2 Car Garage *Outbuilding w/carport *Office + 2 bonus rooms Custom Craftsman w/25' of waterfront, park like setting. 2 level ironwood decks w/views of Padilla Bay. Well maintained home with lots of storage and many extras. Please call or email for more details. Realtors are welcome. Any reasonable offer will be considered.

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Well maintained rambler with spacious kitchen, 3 bdrm, 1.75 ba. Kitchen opens to family area with gas frplc. Lrg 2 car garage with ample shop space.

Shopping, marina & good restaurants within walking distance. 1540 sq. ft. of move in ready living space in progressive LaConner School Dist. Left on Maple past round-about right on Myrtle at Medical Clinic.

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1400 EAGLE RIDGE DR, MOUNT VERNON

32540 COCKREHAM IS. RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

$322,000

1 level condo w/ 2 bedroom + den w/ built in desk & cabinets. 2.5 baths, master bath w/double sink, soaking tub & walk in shower, master bedroom w/access to patio.

Granite in lrg kitchen & dining w/sliding door to a private patio for your morning coffee and enjoy nature. Large 2 car garage and spacious driveway. In beautiful Eaglemont golf course community!

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$397,000 23191 SR9, LAKE MCMURRAY

Home on secluded acreage, w/ a huge, private master walk-in closet, gorgeous tiled bath, thermo masseur tub tucked in a bay window w/ windows around, 5’ Brett Tacker shower w/French doors. Living rm w/ 360-840-7931 vaulted ceiling, skylights w/rolldown shades, awesome Blaze King woodstove. Custom kitchen, warm, inviting, dlx propane range oven w/elect. drawer oven, dw w/ stainless int. All int. doors solid 6 panel fir. Birch floor entry & dining. MLS# 530109 360-202-3086 $449,000 8038 FARM TO MARKET RD, BURLINGTON $419,995 2011 E HIGHLAND ST, MOUNT VERNON $139,500

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Turn of the century updated farmhouse on 15.89 acres, Grows great hay and is all set up for Suzanne Jenkins horses and cattle. 97x80 Barn & 2 360-941-2983 other outbuildings. View of Sauk Mtn. Laminate flooring in kitchen, dining & living rooms & tile in bathroom! Master on first floor. Large dining room. Newer roof. MLS#503238

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3 spacious bds & 2 full ba. The master suite features a full bath w/ jettedtub and walk-in closet, easy access to Jessie Cavazos 360-770-5623 backyard. Fully fenced yard. Within walking distance to Burlington City library, City Park, Medical facility and Elementary School. MLS# 488112

Spacious living, circular drive to patio,level entry. Quality built & Elva Hunter designed home with vaulted ceilgs, 360-202-3086 covered deck. Main flr master w/ double closet & bath. 2 more BR & 2 BA + office.

Downstairs has 2 BR & BA, large family rm, could be MIL unit. Professionally landscaped. RV Parking. Close to Golf Course, Medical, prime location, almost 1 acre.

MLS# 524620

Very private, beautifully landscaped 2.3 acre lot with a very nice 2,920 sq. ft. home. Suzanne Jenkins Formal dining room. Family 360-941-2983 room opens up to a large deck. Kitchen has lots of cabinets, deco ceramic tiles and eating bar.

3 bdrm with large bonus room (could be 4th bedroom). 100 year concrete tile roof. Fenced back yard and a garden shed. RV Parking. MLS# 510723

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Stunning and spacious w/ 3 huge bedrooms, all w/ walk in closets.

Everett Stainless kitchen opens to a large Sandy 360-202-3706 recreation room. 2nd huge bonus room upstairs where master has a “room sized” closet and bath w/ soaking tub & separate shower. Home has a 2 car garage w/ automatic door & backyard has a paver patio w/ fire pit. MLS# 524267

Beautifully appointed custom 3 bdr waterfront home w/ amazing views and park-like approach. This home features formal living and dining rooms, vaulted ceilings & large kitchen w/ stunning view. Daylight Danya Wolf basement offers kitchenette and 360-708-8294 office/library; Dock, boat launch and 75’ of Lake McMurray frontage. MLS#440278 16805 3RD AVE, LA CONNER $725,000

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Owners purchased this home 35 years ago when they were Wonderful farm home situated on level shy 12 ac. Huge country kitchen first married. Nice upgrades Danya Wolf w/newer stainless appliances. Donna Kurras over the years, now this home 360-708-8294 Lg mud/laundry rm. Extra bonus 360-770-7596 is being rented on a month playroom upstairs. Over 3200 to month tenancy. Lovely generous sized sq ft barn/machine shed w/hay loft plus other yard with decking and evergreen trees nicely outbuildings. Full RV hook up w/elect and septic. encased within fencing with gates on each MLS# 516696 side. Plenty of parking. MLS#529799 404&406 E. FAIRHAVEN AVE, BURLINGTON 23117 STATE ROUTE 9, MOUNT VERNON $299,900 28260 LAKE CAVANAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON $1,350/MO $445,000 AL Awesome Investment! Great central NT RE location in “downtown” Burlington.

Two retail/office spaces! Approx. 2800 sq.ft. Both with current long term This huge, modern, remodeled triple-wide is Cute lake cabin on .46 acre on south tenants. One side is a dance studio and shore of Lake McMurray w/65’ of located on a private .89 acre cleared lot, backed by trees. New floor coverings & paint are found medium bank lakefront. Cabin offers small kitchenette throughout. The ground area around the home offers 2 bdr, 1 3/4 baths plus den, and half bath, laminate has been freshly graveled & a new deck & porch charming wood stove. Living room floors. Other side is features vaulted log beam ceiling and Suzanne Jenkins will be finished soon. The 25’X17” living room spectacular views of the lake from 360-941-2983 complements the 4 spacious BR & 2 full BA. The Optometrist office also newer wraparound deck. Beautiful trex stairway to kitchen boasts newer appliances, tiled counter tops, with half bath. gazebo area, 2 docks and lake. lake McMurray has an eating area & skylight. Bonus Rm off kitchen. $45 Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 MLS# 535417 great trout fishing. MLS# 524233 app fee per adult applicant 18 & over .MLS# 529766 COMMERCIAL/RETAIL 1320 E FAIRHAVEN,BURLINGTON $189,900 920 NEZ PERCE, MOUNT VERNON $355,000 719 PYRAMID PEAK PLACE, MOUNT VERNON $290,000 3 bdrm rambler on 2 acres with 1400 sq.ft shop/garage with adjoining insulated tack room.

Home has hardwood floors, Suzanne Jenkins updated kitchen cabinets. Tile 360-941-2983 floors in kitchen. 11/2+ acre level, completely fenced usable pasture. 6+ fruit and nut trees.

MLS#520904

$479,900

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Walk to the beach, tennis courts & picnic areas as owner has an ownership interest in beach front, Danya Wolf acreage; and amenities. Classic view 360-708-8294 home has many up dates while retaining character.

Covered front porch,”powder room” hidden off of entry way; huge living room w/ tremendous windows & fabulous year round views! Former living quarters in daylight basement. 2nd building lot possible. MLS# 533461 515 CRESTED BUTTE BLVD, MOUNT VERNO $187,500

Enjoy all amenities of Skagit Highlands, incl. 5 acre park, Sandy Everett playgrounds and trails 360-202-3706 throughout. Close to all services.

Easy maintenance yard with fully fenced back yard. Galley Kitchen and utility with a 1 car attached garage. MLS# 498451

4710 PARKVIEW LN., MT.VERNON $449,000 Craftsman w/ spacious main floor living & bright finished lower level. Entry w/ skylight; Formal Dining w/Butler pantry; Kitchen w/granite & stainless appl, cozy great rm w/gas fireplace & bkshlvs. Lg. master suite. Downstairs has lg family room plus 3 bdrms, full bath & private patio.

MLS#489356 Elva Hunter 360-202-3086

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

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August 30, 2013