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270 Elwha Drive, La Conner $199,950 Directions: Swinomish Drive to Elwha.

Contemporary home in the woods. Custom woodwork throughout. 3 BD, 1.75 BA, 1966 sq. ft. Large family room. Attached 2 car garage.

MLS #501052 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Sedro Woolley

$129,900

Sedro-Woolley

Gorgeous waterfront property on Clear Lake. 3 acres of vacant land. Enjoy all the lake has to offer. Private setting on a dead end road. Easy access and a convenient location. Build your dream home here! MLS# 425340 Call Mike, 540-1341

Ready to build your dream home? Bring your house plans to this 5.3+ acre parcel. Mostly flat and in a great location. Easy commute to Bellingham or Burlington. MLS #577590 Call Ivana, 770-3550

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Burlington Mount Vernon

$197,000

Home on large corner lot. 4 BD, 1.75 BA. 1892 sq. ft. Country kitchen. Original wood floors.

Detached 1 car garage. MLS #584344 Call Debbie, 708-8780

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

$259,000

Desirable condo in 55+ development in Burl.

Master w/ full bath, living rm w/ fireplace & den on main floor. Loft features guest bdrm, w/ full bath. Large bonus room. Views of mtns. & sports fields. MLS #585313 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

$130,000

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$189,950

Cute bungalow office. Located in Prime Hill area of Mount Vernon. Large reception area w/ fireplace. 2 office/exam rooms and kitchen.

Handicapped ramps/parking. MLS# 585829 Call Ron, 333-1045 AL NT RE

Mount Vernon

Sedro-Woolley

$192,500

Rambler on cul-de-sac in desirable neighborhood. 3 BD, 2 BA, 1230 sq. ft. Kitchen w/ eating area, all appl. included. Dining rm. opens to living rm. Fully fenced yard. Spacious .21 acre lot w/ room for RV or boat. MLS# 569356 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645 AL NT RE

$723,000

39 + Absolutely supreme secluded acres.

Ponds, orchard, camp sites and trails. Custom built log-pole home w/ rock work. Built in cabinetry. Spacious 3100+ sq. ft. Main floor master. A must see quality property! MLS# 588902 Call Jim, 708-1681

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Mount Vernon

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

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Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mount Vernon

$1100/month

$1100 security deposit. Open floor plan. 2 BD, 2 BA. Hardwood and tile flooring. 2 car attached garage. Home on septic. Water and 1 garbage can paid.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Allen 708-8780

Sedro-Woolley

$1100/month

$1100 Deposit. 3 BD, 2.5 BA. Beautiful kitchen.

Private back patio. 2 car garage. Sewer/garbage paid. Pets negotiable.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

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Traci Erickson Property Manager 391-2969

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Sat 2-4 19496 Conway Hill Rd, Mount Vernon For details & directions, visit openhouse.com

$450,000

$149,950

MLS#201498

MLS#559721

MLS#583189

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$128,500

• 55+ park living • Garage • Sunny • 2 bedroom • Fenced backyard • Little TLC • Great starter kitchen w/nook• Handicap access

$174,500

MLS#572803

• Waterfront • New plumbing • 2 bdrm, 1 bth • Gorgeous views

MLS#584612 $399,000

• 4 bdrm in Conway • 3 car garage • RV Parking • Close to I-5 Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299 George Herner 840-3743

MLS#517308

MLS#475271

• 5400 sq ft • Commercial property • I-5 visibility • Centrally located

Jackie Lindeman 770-9080 Karl Morse 395-5405 Larry Lundeen 982-0447 Margie Ernst 708-3198 Marlene Deasy 661-672

$397,950 MLS#451190 • Approved turf airstrip • Shop/ barn • 2700 sf triple wide • Private 38+ acres

Mel Strickland 206-948-4392 Mike Newman 708-1419 Rick Kiesser 770-1195 Samantha Johnson 661-3813 Sandi Hocking 708-1523

BY APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CALL SANDI TO VIEW!

• “TOP-RATED” CONWAY SCHOOL, VALLEY VIEWS & EASY I-5 ACCESS • 4 BD. CONTEMPORARY HM. W/2.5 BA, SUNRM + FAM. RM • NEW S.S. APPLIANCES, 3 CAR GARAGE + SHOP, PARK-LIKE 1 ACRE

• NEW LISTING, ORIGINAL OWNERS, 1ST TIME OFFERED! • PARK LIKE 1 + ACRE W/120 FT. LOW BANK FRONTAGE • EXCELLENT WATERSKING DOCK + BOAT HOUSE, MTN. VIEWS!

• 2 + BD., 1.75 BA., OFFICE + LG. FAM. ROOM, 2600+ S. F. • “WALK-OUT” BAS’MT, W/2ND KITCHEN, VIEW DECK & PATIO • TWO (2) SHOPS + DOUBLE GAR., + COV. R.V. PARKING!

$269,900

1017 ALDERWOOD LANE, SEDRO WOOLLEY$265,000

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• 3+ bedrooms, • Family room & den • Updated flooring • All appliances

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• QUIET & PARK LIKE SETTING, HUGE VIEW DECKS “SURROUND” • CUSTOM CEDAR 2+ STORY, • VIEW, LIVING/ DINING/FAMILY RM. ON MAIN • GORGEOUS VALLEY/MTN. VIEWS, 3 BD., 2.5 BA., VIEW

• PASTURED PART. FENCED ACREAGE, CUSTOM RAMBLER W/3 CAR GARAGE • 4 BEDROOMS , 2.5 BATHS, OPEN DESIGN W/PRIVATE MASTER SUITE • ”IN HOME” OFFICE W/ SEP. ENTRANCE, PLUS 1 BD. “IN LAW” APARTMENT!

$397,950

1528 ALPINE VIEW DR, MT. VERNON

$482,500

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EASY TO VIEW, CALL SANDI!

EASY TO VIEW, CALL SANDI!

• EXCELLENT VALUE, 38+ ACRES, MOSTLY PASTURED • HUGE 2700+ S.F. “TRIPLEWIDE” W/3 BD., 2 BA., LG. FAMILY ROOM, • GATED. PRIVACY + VIEW! • FABULOUS MOUNTAIN VIEWS

• ELEGANT BRICK/TRIMMED 2 STORY W/HUGE 3 CAR GARAGE/SHOP, A/C + GAS HEAT • 5 BD. & 3.5 BA. • NEW CHERRY/GRANITE KITCHEN W/LG. NOOK, FAMILY RM. , 2 GAS FPL., “MOTIVATED”!!

• ”TOP 5” 55+ • ENJOY GATED PRIVACY, CLUBHOUSE W/ POOL • 2 BD., 2 BA. OPEN KITCHEN /FAMILY RM + GAS HEAT • 1+ CAR GARAGE + EXTRA DRIVEWAY/PARKING + CAR-PORT!

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• ONE OF A KIND MEDIUM BANK W/ OYSTERS/CRABBING/ CLAMING • 180 FT. FRONTAGE W/R.V. HOOKUP, LG. PATIO AND VIEW DECK • COZY 1+ BEDROOM “PARK MODEL” W/ GAS FPL., HUGE VIEW DECK + BONUS ROOM

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30595 WALBERG RD, SEDRO WOOLLEY

Sandi Riley 770-8670 Sharon Stokes 661-6164 Tamara Cooper 630-9127 Traci Cypher 708-9481 Veronica Lopez 420-0696

EDGE OF MT. VERNON.. enjoy this 1/2 acre, 4 BR, 3 BA, 1 TASTEFULLY UPDATED… 1344sf, 4 BR, 1.75 BA home, story home with full daylight separate living area. Lg 2 car Brazilian floors, tile in the kitchen & bath. New roof, paint shop w/200 amp service. $429,5000. #526039 & vinyl windows. 24x34 shop w/gas heat. $199,900. #559023 VERY PRIVATE..cozy home on 1.65 acre parcel w/ad- VACANT LAND..5 acre level parcel. Building site ready joining 4.59 acre tract. 3 BR, 1.75 BA, shop & outbuild- for new mobile or stick-built home. West of I-5 location ings, pond. Call for details. $340,000. #267821 (Hodson Rd). $100,000. #29129150 RIDING ARENA..at Bayview on 7.5 acres with 4272sf, 6 WATERFRONT LOT..on beautiful Big Lake, 290’ waterBR home. Lots of potential. $598,000. #565482 front. Includes home plans & building permit. All utili2.83 ACRE PARCEL..close to town, water power in, ties in street. Sunny side of lake. Possible owner terms. building site cleared, ready for your mobile or stick built $450,00. #480557 home. Sits on deadened lane w/creek & smaller trees. COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER W/SHOP..4 BR, 1.75 BA. $54,900. #455168 2483sf home. Beautiful kitchen, maple cabinets, high COUNTRY CLUB BRICK RAMBLER..3 BR, 1.75 BA over- ceilings. Finished 1700sf shop & more. $479,000. looking 6th green. Great room w/vaulted ceilings, floor- #473037 ceiling brick fireplace, lg dining area, lots of cabinets. 2 ACRE LOTS...2 parcels ready for new home. Each is 2 $379,000. #512936 acres w/nice territorial views and municipal water availPRIVATE 20 ACRES..secluded building site, mostly level, able. $110,000. #45359 end of road property. $100,000. #297233

Sandi Riley 770-8670

3770 SOUTH BAY DR, SOUTH END / LK. WHATCOM, SEDRO WOOLLEY $748,900

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19496 CONWAY HILL RD, “CONWAY” MV $499,000

MLS#581609

• 5+ acres • Privacy • Well & Pump in • View Potential

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

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North Homes Realty Inc.

360.424.2100 • www.century21northhomes.com

360.757.6013 800.869.7084

WEEKEND RETREAT… Nice cabin in great wooded SPACIOUS RAMBLER… 3 BR, 3 BA, 2185sf. Located on setting, Mt Baker views, outbuilding, trail to Skagit River. a full acre w/panoramic valley & mtn views near Big Lake. $109,500. #524736 $379,500. #531212 SUPER BLDG SITE..located at the end of the 19th St. in Mount Vernon. 28,500sf lot with all utilities available. $149,500. #557334 ON THE BORDER..between Skagit & Whatcom is 8.54 acres fronting on Bear Creek. Great place to build a home. $184,500. #451428 READY TO BUILD? Very nice .41 acre level building lot in city limits, utilities in street w/only a lot line adjustment, could be turned into 2 lots. Call your contractor today! $75,000. #576834 CHEAP ACREAGE..3.7 acres fronting Hwy 9 north of Sedro-Woolley. Nicely wooded & only $22,500. #450488 GORGEOUS CUSTOMER CRAFTSMAN HOME..just completed on an acre on Bow Hill. Over 2500sf, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, lots of built-ins, beech cabinets + 3 car garage. $485,000. #409469

661-1500 333-1032 391-0938

Galen Kindred 770-7083 Tim Reichert 391-5587 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013

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RARE BURLINGTON VIEWS..much desired area with vista views of valley. 3 BR, 2 BA rambler. Bamboo flooring, updated kitchen & more. $268,500. #572332 WAREHOUSE FOR LEASE..2,200sf unit with 18’ high doors in good Burlington location. Just $1,000 per month. #565672 ACREAGE IN TOWN..2.73 acres of level cleared land in middle of Concrete. Great location for new home or manufactured home. $72,600. #582040

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FHA: “BACK TO WORK” Question: We did a short sale on our home in May 2012.

We then bought a house with cash in October 2012. Can we get a new mortgage on our current home?

Answer: A short sale is a situation where a home has been sold for less than the mortgage debt, meaning the lender has taken a loss. As you can imagine, this is not a result that thrills lenders.

Unfortunately, there are several factors that will prevent an instant refinancing in your situation.

But, the good news is that it may be possible to get a new loan in a few months.

First, because you had a short sale, your last loan is seen as a “not paid as agreed” account for credit-scoring purposes. This will lower your credit as much as a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure or an outright foreclosure.

For many lenders, this is a huge red flag and an instant turnoff.

Second, your short sale took place less than a year ago. You have not had enough time to re-establish your credit as far as the lender’s concerned.

Third, what you want is cash-out refinancing.

You’re not seeking a new loan to get a new rate or convert from adjustable-rate financing to fixed.

This is another red flag for lenders.

So, what’s the good news?

In August, the Department of Housing and Urban Development announced a new FHA mortgage plan, which, in some cases, can allow troubled borrowers to get financing in as few as 12 months. Under the FHA “Back to Work” program, the government will insure loans

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for those who have had a negative “economic event,” such as a loss of income or a bout of unemployment.

Prospective borrowers must show that the hard times they encountered were for reasons beyond their control, that their finances have recovered and that they will take an HUD-approved counseling course.

The FHA “Back to Work” program is an opportunity for people hurt by economic events to get mortgage financing again. However, it’s not a free pass.

Expect lenders to review mortgage applications with incredible zeal before giving the OK to applicants with a recent history of financial stress.

TRENDS: THE RACE FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP

Ethnic Minority Groups are Disproportionately Barred from Homeownership; New Study examines the Consequences A recent report by real estate listing website Zillow.com reveals that minorities face unequal access to housing. Results show that different races have different experiences when seeking a mortgage, buying a house and owning a home.

The report, “A House Divided: How Race Colors the Path to Homeownership,” details the issues of low minority homeownership and its impact on society.

Since people of black and Hispanic descent, on average, have lower incomes and credit scores than their white counterparts, they tend to put down smaller down payments, and they are more likely to be denied for mortgage loans than whites.

This leads to low homeownership rates in black and Hispanic communities.

Despite comprising 12.1 percent and 17.3 percent of the American population respectively, blacks and Hispanics only make up 2 percent and 4.5 percent of the successful mortgage applications, the report shows.

After the housing bust, Hispanic minority communities were hardest hit.

Svenja Gudell, director of economic research at Zillow.com, says, “If home values in certain minority-dominated areas are slower to recover, it will take longer to build the equity necessary to make improvement to the housing stock and reinvest in the local community.”

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This could keep certain neighborhoods in a vicious cycle, since plunging house values are followed by low rates of homeownership.

For those in poor financial shape, Gudell suggests they seek out mortgages with lower down payments, such as FHA loans. FHA loans require 3 to 5 percent down payments, in comparison to most conventional loans with at least 20 percent down.

Minority homeowners also can look for government assistance programs that help them to understand how to increase their credit scores, Gudell says.

Renting could be a smarter choice until a homebuyer is financially comfortable and able to afford the cost of homeownership. Those who rush into buying can be left stretched too thin, he says.

However, there is a silver lining behind the severe collapse of the housing bubble. Hispanic communities have seen the fastest recovery compared to other ethnicities.

In addition, they are forecasted to see the best home-value growth over the next year.

Also, recently the conventional loan market has allowed more access for homebuyers with lower down payments. This trend will provide more options for minority homebuyers, Gudell says.

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Skagit Tradition Realty 3780 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Elva Hunter 360.424.0300 360-202-3086 www.SkagitTraditionRealty.com

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AMERICAN DREAM REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC. 179 Sq. Ft. Shop!

Beautiful 2380 SF Home! #570830 • $264,950

Wonderful views of Big Lake! This rare home offers amazing amenities incl. carved brick artwork of Mt. Baker, eucalyptus flooring, chef’s kitchen with S/S & granite counter tops, 4.77 ac of pristine landscaping, incredible heated shop w/car lift & 5 bays, greenhouse, ponds - the list is endless, this is a MUST SEE HOUSE!

Don’t miss this opportunity! This home has two separate living spaces. 179 sqft. shop/288 sqft. shed. Big corner lot close to old town. Walk to shops, restaurants and park. Good location.

Desirable Glenhaven community (pool, playgrounds, priv. stocked lake, tennis & bball courts). Open style flr plan w/vaulted ceilings, kitch w/stainless appls, bfast bar, hdwds. Mstr w/walk-in closet & ba, 2 addt’l BRs, ba & util rm on main. Downstairs offers lg fam rm w/ cozy pellet stove, office & den/guest rm. Fenced yard.

Something for Everyone! #555275 • $180,000

Paradise Awaits! #476197 • $1,524,000

Stunning View Home! #560719 • $735,000

Located in desirable Shelter Bay, near clubhouse, tennis, swimming pool and playground. 4+BR, 1.75BA & 2064SF. Kitchen opens to liv rm. Mstr & off on main. Perfect for entertaining, lg wrap around deck overlooks park, peek-a-boo of marina & lovely mtn views. Metal roof, greenhouse, garden space.

# 567100 • $185,000

Gated “Ocean View Estates” features this 4500 sq ft waterfront home on 2 1/2 ac w/views of the Olympics, the Sound & the San Juans. AC, high-end finishes of granite, slate, stone & hardwood. Radiant floor heat, 4 fireplaces + a 6 car garage. Two slate patios & a tram leads to a private waterside deck for entertaining!

Northwest contemporary view home in premier Anacortes neighborhood. This 3,071 SF home offers 4 BR, 3.5 BA, including 2 master suites! Gourmet kitchen, upgraded amenities w/stainless appliances & granite counters, Brazilian cherry floors, french doors, private garden, patios, decks & balcony.

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Spacious Living, Incredible value in this park like setting, with circular drive to patio,level entry.

Quality built & designed home with vaulted ceilgs, living/din has wall of windows & leads to covered deck for entertaining.

Main flr master w/double closet & bath. 3 bedrms + office. Down has 2 bedrms & bath, large family rm,could be mother-in-law unit with own entrance access to patio.Professional landscaped.

RV/Parking. Close to Golf Course, Medical,prime location, almost 1 acre. MLS# 524620

Percent of real estate brokers and sales agents who are homeowners, much higher than the average rate of 70.1% for people in all occupations.

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RESIDENTIAL 811 S LAVENTURE, #A MV $109,900 Cute 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with living area on main floor & bedrooms upper floor. Sliders to patio, separate garage & parking space. End unit.

Call Lee Ann Dean 421-3082 or Karine Anderson 421-1189. #571691 N

429 S. ANACORTES ST, BRL $187,000 Lots of charm provided in this 1911, 3 bedroom home. Come see for yourself, hardwoods & softwoods & very homey. Call Lee Ann Dean 421-3082 or Karine Anderson 421-1189. #570149 NE

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1304 S. 13TH ST, MV $135,000 OPEN HOUSE ON SAT 11:00-1:00 Charming 2 bedroom bungalow close to Hillcrest Park & the hospital. Nice private backyard with mature landscaping. Open floor plan with hardwood floors, new linoleum in kitchen & bath, new carpet in bedroom. Call Nathan Loeb at 333-7197. #587372

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712 ORANGE AVE, BRL $187,500 OPEN HOUSE ON SAT & SUN 12:00-2:00 This 2 bedroom home is vintage but completely updated for today. Great starter home in a wonderful downtown location. Fully fenced, private back yard. Large detached garage & carport. Call Rita Ingram at 708-8338. #577458 1508 LINDSAY LP, #103, MV $189,000 Lovely Maddox Creek condo with serene forest view. 2 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, remodeled kitchen & bath. Ideally maintained with excellent natural light, gas fireplace & private balcony deck. Call

3803 RIDGE COURT, MV $329,000 Summer Ridge home on large 1/3 acre corner lot with great sunset views over the valley. 2600+ SF with a fully finished daylight basement. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, plus office/craft room.

Sunny outdoor living areas. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #587451 NE

1810 LINDSAY LOOP, MV $379,999 OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY, 11:00-1:00

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Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #581763 7000 DRIFTIN LN, BRL $205,000 USDA-eligible 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1395 SF rambler with RV parking, storage shed, dog run & fenced yard. New paint inside & out, new flooring, appliances stay. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #552763 716 PYRAMID PEAK PL, MV $249,500 Stunning & completely updated rambler in the Skagit Highlands. Fully air conditioned. Top of the line SS appliances. Fully landscaped & fenced.

Call Rita Ingram at 708-8338. #530303 4914 NEW WOODS PL, MV $324,600 Perfect 1-level open floor plan with soaring ceilings, 2,070+ SF of luxurious living space. Views of golf course mountains. Private deck & pond, 2 master suites. 2 car garage. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #562318

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Spacious 2852 SF 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Maddox Creek home with master on main floor. Great open floor plan. Bedrooms all upstairs along with bonus room/craft area. Lot backs to greenbelt for private backyard. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #586418

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922 DOLPHIN ST, CAMANO $158,000 Great 2 story home on beautiful Camano Island.

Cute Fannie Mae owned home featuring 2 bedrooms, den, 1452 SF, just needs a bit of paint otherwise in good condition. Call Lee Ann Dean 421-3082 or Karine Anderson 421-1189. #569838 25451 LAKE CAVANAUGH RD, MV $169,000 12+ acres property with peace & quiet. Deep well with plentiful water plus 5 bedroom septic system. Fenced pasture area. Single wide with attached living area, covered carport, shop & more.

Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828 #548720 304 W. MUNRO ST, SDW $179,900 4 bedroom home with 1.75 baths, kitchen with dining area, separate utility room & den. Updates include carpet, paint, master bath, hot water tank, window blinds, roof & more. Fenced back yard.

Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #581517

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0 N. 16TH ST, MV $85,000 Hard to find city residential building lots – price includes P#25751 & #25709. All services available at street. Call Rita Ingram at 708-8338. #499023 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 Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #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

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15181 DESCHUTES CT. MV $449,950 Just completed! Beautiful new home in Creekside Meadows; a community of 1 acre lots with a divided interest in a 68 parcel that would be perfect for equestrian use. More info. at SkagitValleyHomes. com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #585522 29000 OUTLOOK LN, SDW $464,900 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

NHN WINDY RIDGE LN, BOW $229,000 Gorgeous sunset views from this very private .8 acre lot in BRL-Edison SD in Bow. Faces NW for fantastic views over farmlands to Samish, Orcas & Lummi Islands & all the way to Grouse Mountain, BC. Situated in an area of private, custom homes with no through traffic. #589399 0 DOWNEY RD, LAC $340,000 Rare 19.66 acres north of La Conner with lot certification. Enjoy views of Mt. Baker & the Cascades from your new home & lease the balance out to a local farmer. Call Jim Koetje at 202-2500. #566523 LOT 2, DEMING WAY, BOW $395,000 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. #28194096

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2619 OAKES AVE, ANA $195,000 Affordable starter/investment home close to shops, schools & parks. Spacious floor plan, patio, fenced yards. Lrg garage w/ attached shop or carport space. Nat. gas furnace w/ air cleaner, new hot water tank. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#586402 NE

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703 SHELTER BAY, LC $489,900 Casual luxury and water view! Kitchen w/ granite, 9’ ceilings, wet bar, master suite, tile flrs w/ radiant heat. Spacious view side deck. 3-car garage. Enjoy community golf, swim, tennis, beach. Moorage available! Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 MLS#588680 5108 CASTLE CT, ANA $749,000 A remarkable waterview home in Skyline.

Contemporary design with only the finest building materials and equipment. Open floor plan designed to focus on art and special collections.

Bill Robillard 360-770-4707 MLS#547294 11953 CANYON RIDGE, ANA $1,100,000 Exquisite 3bd 3.75ba view home w/ vaulted ceilings, Brazilian Cherry floors, gourmet kitchen, granite & marble countertops. Fully landscaped w/greenhouse, garden space & storage sheds.

Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155 MLS#492473

6931 CAROLINA ST, ANA $499,000 Sunny 4bd 3ba Gibralter area home. Features atrium-style family rm, granite kitchen, main-level Master, & full MIL suite: kitchen, living rm, bed & bath. Beautiful surrounding gardens. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#518063 2802 SHANNON POINT RD, ANA $249,000 Low-maintenance 2bd 2ba Skyline home on corner lot. Nicely finished interior, granite in kitchen.

Good starter home, rental, or timeshare. Close to ferry, WA Park, & Marina. John Prosser 360-2023891 MLS#548052 6 CHINOOK WAY, CENTER ISLAND $165,000 Well-built water view cabin overlooking community dock, clubhouse & beach. Enjoy the open floor plan w/sleeping loft, cozy wood stove, fully-equipped kitchen & large deck. Separate shop/storage bldg. Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 MLS#549061 14403 JURA LANE, ANA $925,000 100ft no bank waterfront & tidelands on Similk Bay w/ main home, guest house, & boathouse.

Views of Mt Baker; abundant wildlife & much more. Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155 MLS#549460 2712 GEER LANE, ANA $439,000 The Woods at Sunset Cove’s Madrona plan: 3bd 2ba cottage-style rambler featuring hardwood flrs, upscale kitchen, luxurious master, & 2-car garage. Moments from Anacortes’ treasured WA Park & waterfront. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#563015 2704 GEER LANE, ANA $519,000 The Woods at Sunset Cove’s Sequoia plan: 4bd 3.5ba at end of a cul-de-sac, greenbelt on 2 sides.

Warm interior, distinctive floor plan, w/ lush outdoor retreat space. Moments from WA Park & waterfront. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#562992 3811 ROCK RIDGE PKWY, ANA $519,000 Superior workmanship & main-level living in beautiful Rock Ridge. 4bd 2.5ba, luxurious kitchen, hardwood floors, natural stone baths.

3-car garage, full-yard landscaping, Anacortes forestlands just out your backdoor. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#563034

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1800 SKYLINE WAY #302, ANA $199,000 Bright top floor unit w/ marina and bay views.

Features spacious deck, free-standing gas stove, & master suite w/ walk-in closet. Secured covered parking, elevator, storage, & tennis courts.

Minutes to WA Park. Paul Necco 360-770-5989 MLS#546121

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4461 GINNETT RD, ANA $234,000 Beautiful, secluded 2.5 acres, no bank waterfront on Mud Lake. Building site cleared. Power, septic & water at lot. Ready to build your ultimate retreat. Deception Park forest lands borders the back. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#588264 NHN HOLIDAY BLVD, ANA $214,000 171 ft of incredible high-bank waterfront property on Guemes Island. 36,000+ SF of unbeatable Anacortes and San Juan Island views. Large level building site w/ access to Cook’s Cove beach.

Owner financing available. Water share included.

Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#535395 XXX HEART LAKE RD, ANA $298,000 Amazing 7.81 acre property beside Anacortes Forest Lands, yet still close to city limits. Enjoy Forest Land trails near Heart Lake, great for fishing.

Mostly level, w/ large clearing and gently rolling hills. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#330948 38 LOT HIGHLAND DR, ANA $184,000 Beautiful cleared Skyline lot w/ island & Olympic Mtn views. Amenities include Tugboat Park, Clubhouse, & beach access. Minutes to ‘Old Town’ Anacortes, shops, galleries, & restaurants. Becky Strickland 360-770-0197 MLS#466195 13525 MASHIE ST, ANA $60,000 Nice affordable lot w/view of Similk Beach. Ready to build on, utilities close by. Near golf course and beach for crabbing or clamming. Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400 MLS#535932 MADRONA ESTATES LT 23, CYPRESS ISL $45,000 Join the charming Strawberry Bay community!

Level lot w/ shared interest beach access. Enjoy fishing, crabbing, sunsets, beach activities and more. 2 bdrm septic installed, water share w/ Madrona Estates Community. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#286425

7 LOT MARINERS PLACE, ANA $179,000 The Reserve at Channel Landing, a coveted water’s edge neighborhood poised above the treasured Tommy Thompson Trail. Generous sized lot has paramount views. Planned as a collection of owner-driven designed homes. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#567515 16 LOT NAVIGATOR LANE, ANA $179,000 The Reserve at Channel Landing, a coveted water’s edge neighborhood poised above the treasured Tommy Thompson Trail. Generous sized lot has paramount views. Planned as a collection of owner-driven designed homes. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#567729 4213 CEDARCREST LANE, ANA $1,090,000 Spectacular Olympic Mtn, San Juan, & Burrows Bay views from serene, 12-acre gated property.

Underground power & water utilities; private beach access & boat moorage included. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#465046

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9007 MOLLY LANE #101-105, ANA $129.9K-139.9K New. Great Bays Storage. 55 ft x 20 ft with 14 ft doors and 20 ft ceilings. Great storage for RV’s, Boats, Cars or small business. Gated with security. Rick Bennett 360-202-2630 MLS#587275; 587289; 587296; 587305 512 COMMERCIAL AVE, ANA $55,000 Great location & highly visible nail salon. All equipment, signage & supplies included. Owners willing to work PT. Space lease to be renegotiated w/building owner; business is on month-to-month base now. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#581376

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16713 McLean Rd, Mount Vernon

16417 Country Club Dr, Burlington

Residential Building lot in great location!

Established popular neighborhood close to town but not in the city. Over 1/4 acre buildable lot with recent survey marking on all corners. Water, Electricity, and Natural Gas at street. NOT in flood plain. It is all about location!

Luxury rambler in rural organic setting.

Fenced, hedged and private with easy, quick ingress and egress. True brick midcentury one level home. Many built-ins.

Wonderfully maintained relatively “green” home. Get what you pay for, if you’re looking for value.

Huge daylight rambler in Burlington Country Club. 3 bed, 2.75 baths. Main floor master. Guest bedroom w/private patio & bath.

S/S appliances. Gas forced air heat plus air conditioning. Downstairs has bedroom, full bath, shop/hobby room. Tons of storage.

Amazing landscaping!

Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692 MLS# 548965 $55,000

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS# 455598 $525,000

Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692 MLS# 536548 $280,000

613 Ludwig Dr, Sedro Woolley

803 S Laventure, Mount Vernon

5233 Wellspring Rd, Mount Vernon

Nice 1435 sq ft individual 2007 home with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Lg family room wired for surround sound speakers & hardwood birch floors, living room with laminated floor, kitchen and dining room.

Mstr bedroom with walk in closet and bath.

Approx 10’x20’ ft storage area.

Convenient location near schools & hospital for this hard to find 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo with 1212 sq ft. All bedrooms upstairs. 1 car attached garage with extra shelving. Sports court & play area in common space

Many upgrades in this home, master suite is extra-large and rec room upstairs. Cherry wood trimmed window sills, energy efficient package, gas line on the deck. Fenced yard with parks nearby and miles of trails.

Short sale negotiated by the McFerran & Burns Attorney’s.

Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS# 497257 $142,900

Call Mike Whitney 360-424-7166 MLS# 559653 $124,900

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS# 584709 $205,000

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Why a Good Video Can Help You Buy or Sell a Home Faster A picture may tell a thousand words, but a well-produced, marketed video of a home for sale can lead to a faster sale worth thousands more. That’s the belief among many real estate professionals who continue to urge their clients to use the power of video to help buy or sell a property.

Consider that 92 percent of homebuyers today use the Internet in their home searches, according to a recent poll by the National Association of Realtors. Now consider how popular videos for real estate listings have become: RKS Marketing reports that 70 percent of homebuyers look for a video either on a website, Facebook or YouTube, and a study published by Google and the NAR last year revealed that 51 percent of homebuyers watched a video as part of their research before buying.

“Buyers often are previewing homes on the Internet prior to their initial contact with a real estate agent,” says Debra Kroon, real estate agent with Yosemite West Real Estate, Inc., Oakhurst, CA. “They’re looking for good, representative visuals of the home, which includes virtual tours and videos.”

A video can increase the number of people willing to invest time in a physical tour of the home. Kroon adds: “It will also eliminate in advance those who do not care for particular aspects of the home.”

Scott Gray, agent with Rossetto Realty, LLC, Milwaukee, says consumers today have higher expectations when it comes to buying higher-cost items like a residence.

“Video offers an effective way to offer consumers a sneak peek of a property before they step foot inside of it,” Gray says.

Previewing homes via video beforehand can help narrow down choices and allow the buyer to make a faster decision.

Home-for-sale videos today are typically shot and created by the real estate agent, a member of his or her team or a professional service outsourced by the real estate agency.

“There are several different approaches to videoing a home. You can have your agent’s photographer come out and take professional pictures that only show the home’s best features, and then they piece the pictures together and move them around to look like a video,” says Anna Marie Barnard, principal and broker with Sand and Sea Realty, San Diego.

Another method is to take footage while driving up to the February 7, 2014

property and walking into the home, accompanied by either verbal or subtitled narration. “This way, the buyer feels like they just walked through an open house,” she says.

Another technique is to conduct an on-camera Q&A between the agent and client.

“Authenticity sells, and so does sincerity. To be most believable, the agent should discuss the possibility of featuring the homeowner in an interview-style video, as first-hand testimonials are a powerful way to connect with potential buyers,” Gray says.

Experts say the video should always include the living or great room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, exterior views of the front and yard and special features such as a fireplace, ornamental windows and architectural features.

While you should leave the marketing and distribution of the video to your real estate professional, posting the video on your own social media accounts and sharing the links with friends and family doesn’t hurt, says Ellen Mitchel, owner and agent with RE/MAX Executive Realty, Hollywood, Fla. “Casting a wide net is key, as you never know what resource your buyer will originate from,” says Mitchel, who adds that it’s important to select an agent who has experience in creating and marketing home-for-sale videos.

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CLASSIFIEDS CL ASSIFIEDS 1 BDRM MV APT., quiet, W/S/G/recycle & basic cable pd. Covered parking and storage room including laundry on-site. No smoking/ pets. 360-708-1721 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 ba townhome at 625 Township #9, SedroWoolley. Single garage. No pets $900/mo. 360-708-8665 Alpine Ridge Retirement Apartments in MV is accepting applications for 2 bdrm apts. Income limits apply.

424-9622 for more info.

Burlington. Newly updated 2 bdrm, 1 ba, $800/mo. $1000 dep. No smoke/pets. $50 app fee. 360-770-6273 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.

1304 S. 13TH STREET, MOUNT VERNON $135,000

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, FEB. 8TH FROM 11:00-1:00 Charming 2 bedroom bungalow within walking distance of Hillcrest Park and the hospital. Nice private backyard with mature landscaping. Open floor plan with hardwood floors, new linoleum in kitchen and bath, new carpet in bedroom. Very clean! Pre-inspection report on file.

Call Nathan Loeb, (360)333-7197 WRE/Skagit Valley 1810 LINDSAY LOOP, MV $379,999

SW 1 bdrm, upstairs, quiet area, no smoke. $650 + $400 dep. 856-6737

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

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S.W. 1 BDRM Clean & quiet. $660. 856-4334

Newly remodeled Duplex 2 bdrm, 2 ba, no smoke/pets, $900/mo. 360-708-0316 or 360-856-4172

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OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY, FEB. 8TH from 11:00-1:00 Move-in ready 4 bed, 2.5 bath home in Maddox Creek. Main-floor master suite w/tiled 5pc bath w/jetted soaking tub. Box ceilings & designer colors in living room & adjacent dining area.

Gorgeous high-end wide-plank laminate wood floors throughout high-traffic kitchen/eating areas. Upstairs are 2 bdrms, full-ba, bonus rm/ family room w/wall of storage, craft area & an office/ 4th bdrm. Attached garage.

Call Jake Koetje, (360)466-8045 WRE/Skagit Valley

712 ORANGE AVE, BURLINGTON $187,500

OPEN HOUSE, SAT/SUN, FEB 8/9 FROM 12:00-2:00 Lovely Vintage home nicely upgraded & move-in ready.

Like new dual pane windows & York furnace.

Granite counter tops, new sink and tile backsplash in kitchen. Included-like new SS/refrigerator/range/dishwasher & LG washer & dryer. Newer carpet throughout, exterior painted-2013.

The back yard is fully fenced. Ex-Large detached garage with room for workbench/shop + carport for extra off street parking.

Call Rita Ingram, (360)708-8338 WRE/Skagit Valley OPEN HOUSE Sunday, 2/9, 1:00 - 4:00 31707 Edwin Ln, Lyman

Luxury View Townhomes In Beautiful North Hill!

Open House Sat & Sun, 12-3pm

Gorgeous 2 & 3 bdrm homes loaded w/granite, tile & hardwoods! Lovely master suites & gourmet kitchens! Enjoy the sunsets from your large deck! You owe it to yourself to check these out! Starting at $259,000-$349,000! Directions: From I-5, take exit #227, E. on College Way, Left (N) on LaVenture, follow 1 mi. turn left into North Hill! Have any questions? Call David @ 360708-1040 or Pam @ 360631-7518

OPEN HOUSE Sat., Feb. 15th 12pm to 3pm

PINE CREEK Open House

Bring your horses, llamas, or car collection to this level 10± acre compound consisting of a well maintained & very private main residence with garage, huge outbuilding/shop with 220 plus caretakers' quarters, barn, pond, fire pit, pasture, dog run, & parking for 11 cars. $419,000.

3030 Thunder Lane Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Karen Everett, REALTOR® 360-202-7373 KarenEverett@cbbain.com COLDWELL BANKER BAIN

6 new homes OPEN for viewing!

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.

Open House Friday, 12:00 – 5:30 Saturday 12:00 – 3:00 Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 Go to 3015 Pine Creek Dr. during Open House to view any of the homes! Or call Barb Adams Gent Preview Properties at 206-681-0909 to set up an appt. From I-5, E. on College Way, N (lt) on N. 30th, 1/4 mi. to Pine Ck.

PINE CREEK Open House

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Construction complete & ready for new owners.

Stylish 3 bdrm rambler on 30,000 sf lot 8 miles E. of Sedro-Woolley in Lyman city limits. 3 car garage, propane water heater & fireplace.

Hwy 20, 8 miles E past Hwy 9 to Lyman, R. on Pipeline to Edwin Ln on E side of Pipeline Rd. $227,900.

MLS#536499 Hosted by Bill Rimmer 360-708-3117

6 new homes OPEN for viewing!

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.

Open House Friday, 12:00 – 5:30 Saturday 12:00 – 3:00 Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 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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Updated mtn side 2 story basement home w/2 car garage, RV parking w/ 3 bdrm, 2 full ba, remodeled kitchen, vaulted living/dining room w/fireplace insert, balcony office. Basement has large rec/bar room w/pool table. Secluded neighborhood. $269,500.

Call 360-428-5006

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CLASSIFIEDS CL A SSIFIEDS PRICE REDUCED! SEDRO-WOOLLEY (ESTATE SALE!) 1 ½ acres with rambler style 3 bdrm, with full basement. Attached 1 car garage, 4 bay workshop in back yard. Room for horse.

Property is subdividable and can be turned into city building lots just on North edge of Sedro-Woolley city limits. Will hold owner contract with large down payment or large discount for cash! $235,000. Call 360336-8648 for details, leave message will call back as soon as possible.

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Samish Island WATERFRONT

10529 Samish Is. Rd. $675,000.

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

Call Tim L. Good 360-708-3828 timgoodrealestate.com RSVP Real Estate YOU WANT EXPERIENCE, WE HAVE IT! CALL US TODAY Full-time agents 30+yrs combined experience. $9 mil + in sales 2013 Knowledge of the community & market.

More info at: theboonteam.com Charlie & Jeannie Boon 360-708-9645 RE/MAX Territory NW

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WHO WE ARE… Skagit Tradition Realty, a family owned and operated real estate firm, has been serving the Skagit, Whatcom and Snohomish counties for more than 70 years. We are a full service real estate office highly proficient in a variety of fields, which include residential, commercial, property management, international transactions, first time home buyers and other real estate investments.

17706 RAY PAUL LANE, LA CONNER

$85,000

OERTEL DR., BLAINE

Danya Wolf, Designated Broker .......... 360-708-8294 Jessie Cavazos, Hablo Espanol ............ 360-770-5623 Celia Miller........................................... 360-391-6065 Suzanne Jenkins................................... 360-941-2983 Brett Tacke........................................... 360-840-7931 Sandy Everett ...................................... 360-202-3706 JoAnn Boudreau .................................. 360-391-0746 Richard Dickman .................................. 360-420-3155 Elva Hunter .......................................... 360-202-3086 John Hunter ......................................... 360-202-3854 Donna Kurras ....................................... 360-770-7596 Chris Miller........................................... 360-333-1868 Russ Lanker .......................................... 360-708-1117 Dayna Telidetzki................................... 360-708-8452 Linda Dietrick....................................... 360-840-6771 Patricia Box, Office Manager ............... 360-424-0300

$299,000 1806 BAKERVIEW CT., EAGLEMONT

3619 TRUMPETER PLACE, MOUNT VERNON $315,000 W NE

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Great 2980 sq.ft. home w/ large wrap around deck. 4 bdrm and 3 bath. Bright and sunny Elva Hunter kitchen has beautiful cabinets 360-202-3086 and granite tile counter, lg dining rm. Huge family room downstairs, bedroom, bath & utility. Huge garage w/ work/shop area. Great neighborhood,close to School & College!

MLS# 564724

Beautiful Condo 2 bd. plus a den. 2 ba. rooms, Granite JoAnn Boudreau 360-391-0746 counter tops, vaulted ceilings, large tile master shower, Great floor plan. All on one floor w/ no steps. 2 car garage wi/ auto opener.

MLS# 394504

$599,000

15068 NOOKACHAMPS RD

One of a kind home in our community with extensive custom features.

Craftsman home features include: 14’ vaulted ceilings in living room; 10’ ceilings throughout; hardwood floors; granite counters;maple cabinets; stainless appliances;custom millwork; custom blinds within view windows on south side of home;fabulous p.a. system; fully landscaped;20+ fruit trees, blueberries, grapes, roses, fencing; shop on one acre over looking Danya Wolf duck pond. MLS#589312 360-708-8294

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Completely remodeled cabin with beautiful mahogany deck.

Marble countertop. One of a kind bathroom shower has view of Olympics. Slate tile and Suzanne Jenkins hardwood floors. 12x12 newer 360-941-2983 outbuilding plus 10x10 outbuilding. $9000 lease. 50ft waterfront. MLS# 560216

Wonderful open fl plan, w/ lg master suite on main level, Beautiful low bank 53’ walk-in closet, lg kitchen waterfront lot. Spectacular granite counters/gas fireplaces, sunsets and views of the Straits sliding doors to covered deck Elva Hunter of Georgia and White Rock. to outdoor entertaining! Den/ 360-202-3086 Great crabbing and clamming. Suzanne Jenkins office w/ French doors. Downstairs 2 bedrooms, Just the place for your dream 360-941-2983 full bath, large rec room & plenty of storage. 2 home on Semiahmoo Bay. MLS# 440315 plans to choose from or work with builder for your special design features! MLS# 475304 404/406 E. FAIRHAVEN AVE., BURLINGTON $389,000

Great central location downtown. Two retail/office spaces! Appx. 2800 sf. Both w/ current long term tenants. One side dance studio & offers small kitchenette & ½ BA, laminate floors. Other side Optometrist office also w/ ½ BA. MLS# 535417 Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

NEW PRICE SHANNON LAKE RD, CONCRETE

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8191 MAPLE AVE, LYMAN

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Spectacular views of Sauk Mountain, Cascades, Skagit River & valley below close to Everett & Richard Dickman Shannon lakes for fishing. Enjoy 360-420-3155 privacy in a park like atmosphere w/panoramic views. Nice hiking through forest w/cedar groves.

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