Real Estate Weekly January 17, 2020

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BURLINGTON

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

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Sedro-Woolley

$87,000

Level & wooded 5 acre tract with some marketable timber. Wetland delineation complete, Septic design in for approval. History of good wells in the neighborhood. 15 minutes from Bellingham or Burlington. Convenience to nearby towns but still living rural. MLS #1479187

Call ron, 333-1045

Bellingham

$329,000

mount Vernon

$250,000

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

Call Wilma, 661-1631

roCkport

$439,500

Own a BRAND NEW HOME ON 20 ACREAGE! Get out of the hustle & bustle, enjoy the peace & serenity of the Cascades. This 3 bd, 2 ba + office, open layout w/tasteful finishes home also has a 24 x 36 garage/shop & an additional second unfinished 728 sq. ft. home with its own well & septic. MLS #1501526

Call mike, 540-1341

Call elizaBeth, 708-8800

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Lisa Boon Meyer 420-6608

$254,950

Cute & Clean 2 bedroom, one bath home on a small lot. Attached single car garage and room for storage too. Front and back porches. Gas heat, open floor plan, everything one would want in a tight package - be green and live here. Priced right. MLS #1552206

Gorgeous home on large, bright corner lot. This home features tons of natural light, an open floor plan that is functional & beautiful. Features are vaulted ceilings, skylights, kitchen with numerous cabinets, a deep pantry. 3 BD’s, 1 3/4 Baths, large deck, 2 car garage w/ overhead loft. All of this comes with everything that Sudden Valley has to offer MLS #1531291

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

Sedro-Woolley

Beautiful sweeping views of the sound and the valley below from this 1 acre lot in Saratoga Passage Development! Enjoy time spent watching the valley activities unfold beneath you. Come and see for yourself the site of your new home. MLS #1457782

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

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Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

Kati Shannon 391-1203

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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FEATURED HomE FRom covER: 1000 Chestnut Loop, Mount Vernon

$465,000

Brown mcmillen Real Estate 235 W. Rio vista Avenue Burlington, WA 360-757-6013 www.brownmcmillen.com

Cathy West Oak Harbor Escrow Manager/LPO 360.679.5055

Christa Canell Freeland Escrow Manager/LPO 360.331.4838

Kari Pittenridge Anacortes Escrow Manager/LPO 360.299.0565

Holly Mathers Island County Title Manager 360.675.2246

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2610 E. SECTION ST. ‘’LITTLE MTN. ESTATES’’ MT. VERNON

2610 E. SECTION STREET ‘’LITTLE MTN. ESTATES’’ M.V. $132,500

808 BURLINGAME ROAD, MT. VERNON

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Shelley Miner Burlington Escrow Manager/LPO 360.707.2312

Eldon Brown Skagit County Manager 360.707.2158

Montreaux 55+ community...3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 2253 SF with master & den on main. Hardwood floors, beautiful kitchen w/granite island, all SS appliances included, great room w/gas fireplace, dining room leading to covered patio & fenced backyard.

Upper floor w/spacious family room, 2 more large bedrooms & full bath. Two car garage, fully landscaped, sprinkler system, HOA maintains front & back yds. New H.W heater.

Quiet, well maintained neighborhood w/no thru traffic.

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961 SUMMER MEADOWS COURT, SEDRO WOOLLEY

3314 ROCKEFELLER AVE, EVERETT

23734 RUTH LANE ‘’CONWAY’’ MT. VERNON

$358,900

SOLD CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670 *3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH RAMBLER, QUIET CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION *GAS HEAT, VAULTED CEILINGS, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS & SERVICES *DOUBLE GARAGE, LARGE DECK, GREAT LOCATION!

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NORTH PUGET SOUND ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® 525 East College Way, Suite J Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Tel. (360) 416-4902

www.npsar.realtor

Want To Own A Home?

You May Qualify for Down Payment Assistance

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Loan and grant programs exist here in WA to help low to moderate income families and individuals afford a down payment & closing costs.

Benefits to qualified homebuyers include: • Competitive 30-year home financing • A grant up to 5% of the loan amount (grant is forgiven at closing) • No first-time homebuyer requirement • Available for purchases of new and existing homes • Can be used for any loan type

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Bayview Farmhouse with beautiful view. New kitchen w/island, spacious Stunning home with nice views. 3BD/ 2.5BA plus office space. Beautiful living room area with new gas insert. 3BD/1.75BA, detached 2 car garage, kitchen with large island open to family rm w/gas frpl. Outstanding landscaping w/2 ponds, circular driveway & total privacy. $659,500 large fenced area all on ½ acre lot. $535,000 #1546613 #1380166

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Excellent level 1.43-acre site located in prime Commercial location. Sedro Woolley Rambler...3BD/1.5BA & move in ready. Spacious living Twin Brooks...55+, Better than new. 2 bdrms plus office/den. Beautiful spacious kitchen, center island w/eating bar, all kitchen appliances stay, nice dining area adjoins Property is ready for development. Paved street frontage with sidewalks, room/dining rm, nice kitchen w/gas dbl oven range. Nice spacious lot with detached garage, storage room attached, lean to behind and fishpond in the great rm with gas frpl. Large private patio area, & convenient to town, hospitals, curbs & gutters. Make an offer! $399,500 #1353696 freeway & shopping. $494,000 #1540564 yard. $325,000 #1545714

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1420 18th St, Anacortes $359,000 3 Beds/1.75 Baths/1,220 Sqft/0.103 Acre Lot Charming 1910 cottage in the heart of Anacortes’ Old Town.

Lovingly cared for 3 bed/2 bath, 1220 sq ft centrally located home. Main level living with fir floors, light and bright living room w/gas fireplace, efficient kitchen, bedroom and bath w/sauna. 2 additional bedrooms and 3/4 bath upstairs.

Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 #1554356

4507 Blakely Dr, Anacortes $424,999 3 Beds/2.25 Baths/1,532 Sqft 0.120 Acre Lot Cute home in the Woodridge neighborhood. Front living room for a formal space or office. Family room open to kitchen with fireplace and eating space with tons of windows. Master on the main level including walk-in closet and bath, additional 2 bedrooms upstairs with 3/4 bath.

Plenty of storage throughout.

Gina Davis 360-708-7794 #1547761

2219 18th St, Anacortes $585,000 3 Beds/1.75 Baths/2,027 Sqft/0.150 Acre Lot Gleaming wood floors invite you inside this stylish rambler boasting a gorgeous kitchen w/lg island open to dining & living rooms all surrounding the private courtyard. Elegant master suite w/walk in-closet & lovely bath, additional bedroom suite & den/3rd bedroom. Lush landscaping, 2 car garage.

Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 #1553641

4308 Passage Place, Anacortes $219,000 0.265-acre lot Panoramic Views of the Guemes Channel, known for its dynamic boating activity with commercial marine, pleasure boats heading out to the San Juan Islands and the Washington State Ferries.

This large level lot is nestled between the beautiful San Juan Passage and Channel Landing.

Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 #1483650

2502 Stonebridge Wy, Mt. Vernon $370,000 3 Beds/1.75 Baths/1,732 Sqft Beautiful single level craftsman style home in a 55+ community. Open design w/vaulted ceilings in living room, cozy gas fireplace & open kitchen & dining area.

The exterior features a private deck. The Stonebridge Community features manicured lawns/gardens, RV parking & walking paths.

Jake Koetje 360-424-4901 #1540333

427 Umatilla Dr, La Conner $489,000 4 Beds/1.75 Baths/2,805 Sqft/0.249 Acre Lot Architecturally pleasing magnificent home features spacious great room with lofty wood ceiling, brick wood burning fireplace, & wall of windows to take in the wide water & mountain views. Main level living with open floor plan, large dining area, granite kitchen counters, skylight, newer appliances.

Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 #1551589

3911 W 12th Street, Anacortes $685,000 3 Beds/2 Baths/1,934 Sqft/0.210-acre lot CUSTOM Home in the Rock Ridge Community. One Level, Open Concept Home for entertaining inside and outside with two outdoor courtyard/decks. Sound Custom System with speakers in most rooms and outside. Private access from Michigan Ave. Gourmet Kitchen, Office with built-in desk and hobby/art project area.

John Prosser 360-202-3891 #1551470

1 lot Fruitdale Rd, Sedro Woolley $295,000 16.480-acre lot Beautiful building site on 16.48 acres, zoned Urban Reserve Residential within the Urban Growth area of Sedro Woolley. Utilities available at the street. Potential for future development.

$405,000 3912 Dogwood Pl, Mt. Vernon $495,000 4 Beds/2.5 Baths/2,345 Sqft/0.25 Acre Lot Stunning home in Eaglemont on a quiet cul-de-sac. Slate entry & gleaming cherry floors, high-end kitchen w/stainless appliances and quartz counters. Lovely backyard boasts an oversized stamped concrete patio, prof landscaping, shed & sprinklers.

Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 #1504293 Megan O’Bryan 360-708-5817 #1542739

4314 Navigator Ln, Anacortes $1,795,000 3 Beds/2.5 Baths/4,040 Sqft/0.557 Acre Lot Stunning Pacific Northwest Contemporary estate.

This waterfront home was designed to maximize ocean views while maintaining privacy within.

Master w/reclaimed barn wood, automated shades, & radiant heat flooring; chef’s kitchen, advanced home audio system, & solar energy.

Rob Skelton 360-488-3776 #1436290

902 910 21st Street, Anacortes $1,175,000 0.482-acre lot Multi-family opportunity in Anacortes. New Anacortes Development Regulations on this 21,000 square foot (100x210) zoned commercial will allow residential on the main level. Seller will provide drawings showing a 48-unit apartment building on the site. Anticipated views from the upper floors.

John Prosser 360-202-3891 #1500849

4707 S. 48th Pl, Mt. Vernon

3 Beds/2.5 Baths/2,033 Sqft/0.13 Acre Lot Woodside Active Adult Community! In nearly new condition & on a corner lot. House features open floor plan, master on main, granite counters & island, stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring & a private patio/small yard.

All exterior landscaping & irrigation done by association.

#1543064

1976650

Jim Glackin 360-428-2828

Linda Eastman 360-202-4075

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Hang on to your home for a while longer

Long-term homeowners may profit by staying at their current residence

turn, the scarcer “for sale” inventory helps push up prices.

When they do sell, owners who have been in their home for years – and particularly owners who bought after the housing downturn ten or so years ago – are likely to walk away with more than they paid. Between 2010 and 2019, for example, Redfin reports median home sale prices rose 74.4 percent in Salt Lake City, Indianapolis saw a 64.2 percent raise, and Cincinnati had 64.3 percent.

But IRS rules dictate that a single owner can shield only up to $250,000 and married owners up to $500,000 on the profit from the sale of a primary home. Amounts over that are subject to either a 0 Simply by not making a move, percent, 15 percent or 20 percent some homeowners are piling up capital gains tax, depending on wealth. owners’ income.

Because owners now stay an aver- However, if during their long tenage of 13 years in their home, five ure, an owner made improvements years longer than in 2010, accord- “that increased the home’s value ing to research firm Redfin, fewer or prolonged its useful life,” the upgrade costs can be added to homes are going up for sale. In

Q&A

Time to go big?

QUESTION:

We will retire in the coming year and expect to move from our current home in a high-cost metro area to something smaller and less expensive in an area with lower costs. That’s the plan. But would it make any sense to go larger, to get a bigger place?

ANSWER:

There are substantial differences among local markets, and it may be that retirement will offer the opportunity to go big and at the same time wind up with lower monthly expenses.

The idea of a bigger home in retirement is relatively common. In the particular case of a move from a high-cost area to something less expensive, it might be attractive for several reasons.

First, your current home may have grown in value.

Combine a mortgage balance that declines through 6

the “basis” or the amount paid for the home, explains Michael Landsberg of the American Institute of CPAs Personal Financial Planning Executive Committee.

Having receipts documenting improvement costs is ideal.

The IRS might accept photos, correspondence, contracts, or even estimated amounts as long as they are “reasonable and credible,” Landsberg explains. Like all things tax-related, home sale gain rules are complicated.

For example, “improvements” are distinct from “maintenance,” with the latter not allowable for reducing taxes. Maintenance is defined as anything to “keep up the home as it is, like painting, new gutters, new roof, or replacing a worn kitchen sink,” says Landsberg.

For more information on home sale gains, see IRS publication 523.

For now, owners settling in for the long haul are well-advised to keep f good records.

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By Peter G. Miller i b a home, which has a significantly lower cost. Here’s A how: t After 20 years, the home with 1,800 square feet that o you bought for $250,000 is now worth $799,000. o Your original $225,000 mortgage has a $135,000 p balance. After the mortgage pay-off ($135,000) and r closing costs, you walk away from settlement with a r check for roughly $600,000 — an amount that for many owners is largely tax-free. Speak with a tax o professional for details. a Next, you move to a less expensive area with no 1 state income tax. You buy a 2,400-square-foot t replacement property for $300,000. You now have a t bigger home, no mortgage, no state income tax and 2 somewhere near $300,000 in the bank remaining m from your home sale. n So yes, depending on your circumstances and preferences, retiring to a larger home and lower costs e may be entirely possible. o Email peter@ctwfeatures.com. © CTW Features a t

monthly payments and a growing sale price, and the result can be a huge check at closing.

Second, a good portion of your profit from the sale of a prime residence might be exempt from federal and state income taxes. At the federal level, says the IRS, “If you have a capital gain from the sale of your main home, you may qualify to exclude up to $250,000 of that gain from your income, or up to $500,000 of that gain if you file a joint return with your spouse.”

Third, given the proceeds from the sale of your current home, you may be able to buy a replacement property for cash, meaning you won’t have monthly mortgage payments.

Fourth, it may be that you will move to a state with no income tax. According to Kiplinger.com, such states include Florida, Texas, Nevada, Alaska and others. If you buy a less expensive home in a lower-cost area, you may also have additional property tax savings.

The result is that you might move from a smaller home or condo in one area to a very much larger

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houses that checked all their boxes except one: Neither house had a fenced-in backyard for their dogs. No amount of talking on my part could get them to change their minds,” says Yocum. “I’ve also lost potential Gen Z sales because a kitchen wasn’t updated; the changes they wanted were cosmetic, but they still walked away.”

Rutgers University School of Communication and Information assistant professor of practice in public relations Mark Beal, author of “Decoding Gen Z” (2018), has a hard time believing that Gen Z is in any hurry to claim a home and take on a mortgage. aback by some of Gen Z’s “Many are starting their first full-time jobs and payGen Z is beginning to buy homes home preferences. ing rent and utilities for “I found it surprising that, Here’s what young buyers in their the first time while also while living in a diverse 20s are looking for paying off student loans. neighborhood is their top Based on my one-on-one priority, they also prefer floors. Not as popular What’s more, Gen Z apinterviews with Gen Zers detached single-family as expected among this pears to be a different nationwide for my book, demographic are features homes. In many diverse kind of buyer than Gen Y they are in no rush to areas, condos are the like eco-friendly designs/ and older homeowners. purchase a home,” Beal main starter home,” notes appliances (22 percent) A new report by Homes. explains. “They are prioricom found that 58 percent or smart home technology Brandon Marianne Lee, tizing unique experiences an agent at New York Cityof Gen Z yearns to reside (17 percent). and travel over home buybased Triplemint.

Chris Oliver, the spokesin diverse communities ing while they are in their person for Hauseit, an a la Also, “smart home techversus only 12 percent twenties.” who prefer a homogenous carte broker services com- nology taking such a low Once this generation is in neighborhood. Interesting- pany in New York City, isn’t place came as a surprise a better position to secure ly, their style of choice for shocked by these findings. to me because I expected a home, they’ll likely stay that the integration of a starter home is a single- “Gen Z may be the most true to the preferences family residence (preferred informed generation we’ve homes with new technolo- they were polled about, gy would be higher on their Beal believes. ever seen when it comes by 46 percent) over a townhome (7 percent), de- to home buying,” says Oli- priority lists,” says Bryan “They will look for comtached multifamily unit (5 ver. “Because this genera- Stoddard, owner of Home- munities of diversity and wares Insider in Teterboro, inclusion. And they will percent), or condo (4 per- tion grew up with smartphones in the information New Jersey. cent). Among their list of look for places to live that economy, they know more Melissa Yocum, owner wanted home amenities, are within walking or cya backyard with a deck or than ever about the home of Keystone Real Estate cling distance to venues patio that offers entertain- buying process before they Team in Galena, Ohio, and events, including ressays the handful of Gen ment options ranked tops begin. We’ve seen more taurants, bars, museums, and more young homebuy- Z home shoppers she’s (54 percent), followed by theaters and other Insrepresented are quite an open floorplan (rooms ers who have done their tagram-able experiences particular about what they where they can gather and that flow into each other; online research before want. “I’ve had two young socialize with friends,” 44 percent), a garage (41 coming to us.” couples who turned down adds Beal.

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hey’re starting to graduate college and enter the workforce in a robust economy.

They comprise a whopping one-third of the U.S. population. And, despite their young ages, they’re eager to own a home. No, we’re not talking about millennials; instead, the focus is on Gen Z — those born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s.

Amazingly, 83 percent of this young cohort plans on purchasing a home over the next five years, per PropertyShark data. A recent study by TransUnion reveals that the number of Gen Zers who now have a mortgage increased by 112 percent — to more than 319,000 — between the second quarters of 2018 and 2019. That may not sound like a large number of mortgage holders, but consider that the oldest among this group are only in their early twenties.

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OFFICE FOR RENT 301 30th St., Anacortes, waterfront office, 1600 square feet, $1,999 a month and $200 utilities.

Negotiable for longer lease.

Call 360-202- 7024.

PUBLISHER'S NOTICE

All rental and real estate for sale advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for the rental or sale of real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination call HUD at (206) 220-5170.

2 Bdrm house with loft on ¼ acre, needs remodeled but is livable, tax value $180,000 asking cash out $139,500. To view call 360-630-3334.

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320 mooRE St., SEdRo-WooLLEY

$450,000

1611 E dIVISIoN St., mouNt VERNoN $1900/mo

1760 So. BuRLINgtoN BLVd., BuRLINgtoN $2500/mo

1212 S 3Rd, mouNt VERNoN

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CommerCial lease Great visibility commercial property: plenty of parking; former auto sales; small storage building in back. Property is set up for offices on main level with basement access from both inside and outside. Second story offers two additional rooms, one Yolanda Sakuma Danya Wolf 360-421-0435 360-708-8294 with a sink.

reNTal Studio apartment attached to lovely historic home with a convenient downtown location.

Separate entrance with private fenced area.

3/4 bath and kitchen area with sink, refrigerator, two burner cooktop and microwave. Street parking. Utilities Carla Fischer included. Pets negotiable.

360-982-0010

Charming home with lots of character inside and out. Abundant natural light, tankless water heater, spacious kitchen, metal roof. Park like setting for entertaining around your unique outdoor fireplace and gazebo with hot tub. Plenty of garden space and outbuildings. Separate lot included with tons of potential: mixed

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Suzanne Jenkins

Carla Fischer

360-941-2983 360-982-0010

$410,000

Traditional 3 BR/ 1 3/4 bath one-story home with a peaceful setting in sought after Hilltop neighborhood. Home has skylights, vaulted ceilings and French doors to patio. Entertain in this large yard - 1/3 acre - great for gardening; shed divided for storage on one side, and potting area on the other. Oversize garage holds 3 cars if two parked tandem.

Workshop/artist studio behind house has natural light, power, insulation and space heater for comfortable year Carla Fischer round hobby space. MLS# 1531254 360-982-0010

45249 NESIKA tRAIL #2d33, LAKE tYEE $52,000

Commercial/professional/medical/ office space for lease. Great location, high visibility near Skagit Valley hospital. Former location of ESP optical, includes display cases (optional).

Exam room, large lobby area, one bathroom, office area with Danya Wolf Carla Fischer sink. Ample off street parking. 360-708-8294 360-982-0010

18 tRILLIum LANE, CoNCREtE, WA 98237

$39,000

Lovely future building site requisite using water catchment system to obtain building permit. Currently precluded from using wells in development. Power to property. Nicely treed level tract of land with open area ready for building in the future. Paved street. Walking distance to Rasar State Park!

MLS#1475444

Danya Wolf

360-708-8294

45297 KAmooKS tRAIL #2d21, LAKE tYEE $16,000

4628 PARKVIEW LANE, EAgLEmoNt

$689,000

Brand new home in sought after Eaglemont Golf Course Community! Luxury living in this custom 3,315sq.ft.home,lightandbright4bedroom31/2bath.

Lg kitchen w/SS appliances, granite counters & island.

Great room w/gas fireplace, deck overlooking nature.

Main floor living w/master & bath w/jetted tub, shower & walk-in closet, utility room. Upstairs w/ 2nd master & bath +2 bedrooms. Additional SF downstairs ready to complete, AC & tankless water heater. Situated on a quiet peaceful street!

MLS#1405852 Elva Hunter 360-202-3086

BuILd YouR dREAm HomE IN EAgLEmoNt! MLS# 1490585 000 Unison Place $200,000 MLS# 1504177 4629 Beaver Pond Drive S. $115,000

This fantastic property at Lake Tyee includes a well-maintained 2002 Forest River Sierra with Northwest Package. It is protected with a metal roof cover & has an open deck. Included is an 8x10 storage shed. You can enjoy now as a nice winter get-away or be ready for rest, relaxation and recreation for your summer retreats. This deeded property at Lake Tyee can be used throughout the year for a total of 210 days. A life full of wonderful memories, priceless.

Sherry Ruderman This lot, 3B78, priced at $24,500.

360-540-1552

Beautiful vacation property at Lake Tyee. 2016 Cavco Park Model with stackable w/d h/u. Sunny lot with comfort station just one property away. Just up from the lake and easily accessible from the main or back gate. Full size appliances and ready for you to make your very own. Enjoy all the amenities ie. pools, hot tubs, basketball, volleyball, tennis, horse shoes, miniature golf, hiking, fishing and lake. Call now to view your new property.

MLS#1446939

22904 BumBLEBEE LANE, mouNt VERNoN

Sherry Ruderman

360-540-1552

$950,000

Special property on a very private 1.5 acres minutes from town. Custom handcrafted, Craftsman home featuring 2278 sqft, office, main level master & a second master upstairs.

Dining & living room showcasing custom stain glass windows. Kitchen w/granite counters, handcrafted cabinets. Beautiful oak floors.

Detached MIL home is 702 sqft, 1 bed/1bath with a 2 car garage. Separate 1080 sqft shop; Pond and Waterfall. Fabulous home!

Danya Wolf Elva Hunter MLS# 1494916 360-708-8294 360-202-3086

Nice corner lot with green space. Fantastic location just up the hill from the lake. Comfort station is just a few lots away.

There is so much potential for you to make this just the way you want your vacation spot with your trailer, build up to 400sf of decking and you can even enclose up to 300sf of the deck for more living space. Beautiful! MLS#1451178

45232 NESIKA tRAIL #2d36

Sherry Ruderman

Eaglemont Golf Community offers an 18 hole Championship public golf course, Clubhouse and Fitness Center, enjoy dining at the Fireweed Restaurant and Lounge with fabulous views and sunsets!

Elva Hunter

John Hunter

360-202-3086

360-540-1552

$39,500

for voting US “2019 Skagit’S BeSt” Fantastic community! Adorable park model tucked away with a great deck in a great cul de sac just up the hill from the lake.

Start planning now for this summer's getaway. In fact, it's a perfect place for a winter retreat. Be sure to call and set an appointment for this private/gated community.

Lake Tyee is a beautiful community with a newly remodeled club house, 2 pools, 2 hot tubs, basketball court, tennis courts, beach, boat launch, Sherry Ruderman hiking, fishing and so much more.

360-540-1552

360.424.0300

2 YEArS BESt rEAl rEA EStAtE officE, MoSt coMMUnitY MindEd BUSinESS

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

www.skagittraditionrealty.com 1975817

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