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Burlington $139,000 Located in great Burlington neighborhood. 3 BR, 1 BA. Large backyard with deck. 2 car detached garage. MLS #648187 Call Mike, 540-1341

La Conner $154,950 Adorable Cabin in quaint village of Hope Island.

Peek a boo views of the Bay. 2 BR, 1 BA with open floor plan. Spacious deck. Short walk to the beach, enjoy island community w/o a ferry.

Weekend cabin or year round living. Come take a look today! MLS #697194 Call Ron, 333-1045

Burlington $219,000 Beautiful 3 BR, 1.75 BA home. Master suite feat. .75 bath. Home has two decks. Located on lg. corner lot. Fully fenced backyard. Nice patio with BBQ pit, perfect for entertaining. Lots of storage space available. MLS #696181 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Mount Vernon $219,500 Beautifully remodeled home in perfect MV location. 3 BR, 2 BA, 2172 SF. New flooring, paint & roof. Lg. 2 car garage. Huge fenced yard. Fully finished basement w/lg. rec room & full bath.

Large deck, great for outdoor entertaining.fireplaces on both floors of home. MLS #696701 Call Mike, 540-1341

Mount Vernon $225,000/ea Two well maintained income producing properties. Easy to keep rented w/convenient MV location. Good size living rms. Plenty of room in adjoining kitchen/dining area. Ample space in all 3 bdrms. Roof and gas furnaces replaced on all units. Exterior painted a few years ago. Slider off dining area to lg. backyard. MLS #710455 & #710473 Call Ivana, 770-3550

Burlington $349,900 3 BR, 2 BA home. Master w/full bath upstairs.

Family room upstairs. Main floor living room w/ adjoining dining room. Attached 2 car garage.

Separate shop, 1250 SF. MLS #628015

Anacortes $525,000 Vintage Home on shy 1 acre. Desirable Old Town area. 4 BR, 1.5 BA, shy 2000 SF. Potential for subdividing, several outbuildings. MLS #539951

Burlington $650,000 Elegant Burl. Hill home. 5 BR, 3.75 BA, 4159 sq. ft. Brazilian cherry floors, granite counters & more! 16x50 RV garage. Decks w/panoramic views. MLS #565465

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Sedro Woolley $259,500 Updated 4 BR, 1.75 BA home. Hardwood floors & river rock fireplace. Main floor master w/bath & 2 closets. 3 BR upstairs w/huge attic area. Remodeled kitchen w/granite countertops. New lg. deck & back yard. 20x20 outbuilding w/propane stove & connecting 20x20 carport. MLS #573731 Call Jim, 708-1681

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Bellingham $277,900 Check out this single story large house looking for a little care. Home feat. wood floors, wood fireplace, fenced backyard. 4 BR, 1.75 BA, 1717 SF. Close to park & shopping. MLS #705970 Call Corinne, 202-2397 or Maggie, 610-8413

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Home on the 6th Tee Box #715759 • $390,000

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Terrific one level home is located in Shelter Bay Community amenities include Marina, Golf Course, Swimming Pool, Club house & Tennis Courts. On a quiet dead end street, w/ vaulted ceilings, open floor plan & huge wrap around deck. Master w/ walk in closet and private bath. Huge carport. Land lease is $390/year monthly dues 206.05

2200 sqft Skaqit Gold & Country Club home on the 6th tee box. Wonderfully maintained newer 3 bed 2.5 bath home on a beautifully landscaped large corner lot. Home features light open flowing floor plan, tile roof, 3 car garage, and much more. Don’t miss out. This is a must see!!

Very nice ground-level Condo in a terrific building right across the street from Skagit Valley College! Large rooms including open kitchen with living and dining areas as well as wood fireplace and nice patio. 2 full baths including bath off master. Huge pantry/utility room and extra storage in building. Short Sale - don’t miss out Price Approved by Bank!

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GREAT STARTER..one level, 4 BR, 1 3/4 BA w/lots of upgrades. Vinyl windows, Pergo floors, gas free standing stove, skylight, tile counters, newer comp roof, fully fenced. $189,950. #681740

CUSTOM BUILT..Skyridge home..4802 sf 3 BR, 3 1/4 BA, one level, fully finished daylight basement. Ceramic floors, beautiful kitchen. Lg living & formal dining rm. Lots of privacy. $489,500. #678806

LARGE MOUNT VERNON LOT! Edge of town living off Francis Rd., .32 acre lot has Sound and Island views to enjoy with your new home. $78,000. #709836

IMMACULATE & CHARMING..home in quiet neighborhood close to all amenities. Oak H/woods, 3 BR., 1 BA, fireplace w/insert. Fully fenced yard. $165,000. #706269

GORGEOUS CUSTOM CRAFTSMAN home just completed on an acre on Bow Hill. Over 2500 sf, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, lots of built-ins, beech cabinets + 3 car garage. $485,000. #409469

BIG LAKE WATERFRONT..1 acre bldg lot, sunny side of Lake. Sewer, water, gas & power in street. 290+ft of w/ front, approved house plans & permit. Possible owner terms $425,000 #480557

PRIVATE SETTING..nicely wooded 2.5 acre lot at end of paved cul-de-sac with drilled well & conventional perc. $79,500. #596928

10 ACRES IN BOW..ready to build, well & power in, bldg site prepped, bldg permit on file. Fill & grade permits complete, $8,500 pd in impact fees. Potential to parcel a 1 acre lot off. $269,000. #681549

3 BDRM RAMBLER AND NEARLY 5 ACRES..tons of room to build your shop and enjoy this edge of town living. $218,000. #712997 BUILDING LOT..shy half acre in Sedro Woolley city limits.

Utilities in street, some marketable trees. Lot line adjustment is all that is needed to turn parcel into 2 lots. $75,000. #576834

Ron Wortham 661-1500 David Parsons 391-4008 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013

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BURLINGTON LOT..zoned general commercial. Perfect site for clinic or any professional use, sewer & water. Survey & elevations complete. $415,000. #178973

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FANTASTIC VIEWS..hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, f/ place, rec rm & bonus rm. Gas range, double oven, multilevel deck. $389,950. #636507 SPACIOUS..3 BR, 2.5 BA home, 2 story with over 2100 sf, many upgrades when built for this original owner.

Huge loft area, playground close. $229,900. #639340

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HOME ON 12,000 SF LOT..potential to divide! Nice 2+ BR/1 BA, 1544 sf. Master w/French doors to den/office $219,950. #705524

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BURLINGTON BLDG SITE..nice end of cul-de-sac, level lot off Anacortes St. in Burlington. $63,000. #694499 SAMISH ISLAND..one level, 3 BR 1 3/4 BA, over 2700 sf., natural light, kitchen w/ oak cabinets, breakfast rm surrounded by windows. Private backyard. $335,000. #459127 BAYVIEW RIDGE..New Listing..Sharp one level w/ daylight basement & loads of upgrades. 3 BR, 3 BA, open floor plan, separate family rm, fenced backyard. $319,950. #702055 COMMERCIAL SITE..in excellent Mount Vernon location, paved street w/all utilities available and drainage installed. $437,000 #676549

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Galen Kindred Holly Hilts

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP..gorgeous 2-story w/unfinished basement. Office w/French doors, high ceilings, painted millwork, granite counters, master on main. Great neighborhood. $389,500 #714504

770-7083 661-5538

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The Market

Looking optimistically to the future as consumer confidence increases, real estate experts expect housing gains to follow

Real estate experts are looking with optimism to the future.

Despite expectations that existing-home sales will drop slightly from 2013, from 5.1 million to 4.9 million this year, the numbers are forecasted to increase to 5.3 million sales next year and up to 5.4 million in 2016, according to the National Association of Realtors.

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, speaking last week at the 2014 Realtors Conference and Expo in New Orleans, said he also expects the national median existinghome price to rise 4 percent each of the next two years.

“The improving job market has consumers feeling more confident, and the rebound in home prices is building household wealth for homeowners and giving them the ability to sell after waiting the last few years,” Yun said.

Yet, inventory shortages in parts of the country and tight lending standings have slightly tamped consumer confidence. Yun cited single-family housing starts trailing multi-family starts. “Single-family construction still needs 4

to increase to alleviate supply shortages and keep up with pent-up demand,” he said.

Housing starts are forecast to hit 1 million in 2014 and 1.3 million in 2015, still well below the underlying demand of 1.5 million.

According to a recent report, 53 percent of Americans think home prices will go up over the next 12 months. Just 8 percent expect prices to decline.

“Housing, like the stock market, is something consumers look to as an indicator for whether things are headed in the right direction,” said Greg McBride, a financial analyst. “The expectation of continued home price increases underscores an expectation for continued improvement in the job market, household finances and the overall economy.

According to a September Financial Security Index, 26 percent of Americans felt more secure in their jobs than a year ago, and 27 percent of Americans reported higher net worth than the year prior.

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Q&A

FEATURE HOME FROM COVER: 6437 STATE ROUTE 9, SEDROWOOLLEY Windermere Real Estate/Skagit 1030 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360.424.4901 www.WindermereSkagit.com

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RENT OR BUY IN RETIREMENT? Question: We’re selling our home and buying in an independent-living retirement community, but what is the best way to buy? Duplexes have two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a laundry room and a two-car garage. The services include all utilities except phone and Internet, housekeeping (4 hours per month), complete home maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, activity programs, real estate taxes, property insurance and transportation. You can get breakfast free, but lunch and dinner are extra.

You can rent for $2,513 month or you can buy. If you buy, the cost is $164,000 and when you leave 90 percent of the selling price will be refunded in 120 days. If you buy they also charge $1,200 a month for the same services listed above.

Answer: Regardless of how you buy, the property and services are the same.

The options are a $2,513 rental rate or $1,200 per month if you buy. If you buy you pay $164,000, and when you leave you get back $147,600. This arrangement raises three points: 1. If you buy you save $1,313 per month, or $15,756 per year. In effect, the rate of return on your $164,000 investment is 9.6 percent, but because there’s no income tax on a “savings,” the real rate of return after taxes is actually higher. In today’s world this is an exceptional return.

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However, you need to ask: Is there something better you can do with the $164,000 purchase price? Invest elsewhere, help family members, buy a business, etc?

2. You’re not really a real estate buyer, or an “investor.” If the value of the property goes up you can never benefit from the higher price and greater equity, but then you also have a downside protection if values fall. No matter what happens you will lose $16,400 ($164,000 less $147,600) when the property is returned to the community.

In an ideal world you don’t want to lose anything. In this case the trick is longevity. If you live in the property for at least 13 months, your unit savings – $1,313 per month – will equal the built-in loss. After 13 months your $164,000 investment will begin to generate a real return.

3. The investment money will be returned within 120 days. Why 120 days? Because the retirement community hopes to fix-up and repair your unit and re-sell it within that time frame. With any luck, the new renter/buyer will bring enough cash to cover the $147,000 owed to your account. If the new folks rent that’s fine, too, because their monthly fee will more than off-set the income you now represent.

Is there anything “wrong” with this arrangement? No, it’s simply the mechanics of the deal.

To go further you at least need a will and a living will, and you want to look at tax and estate issues.

For specifics, please speak with an attorney who specializes in elder law as well as a fee-only financial planner.

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Megan O’Bryan 360.708.5817

Terrific country feel with room to spread out, but still close to town. Sunny, updated 3 bed, 2 bath home, plus huge 30x35 shop & year-round pond on 1.10 acre. Move-in ready with new vinyl windows, new roof in 2012, fresh paint & new flooring.

Both bathrooms updated with tile & solid-surface vanities.

Kitchen upgrades include newer appliances, brand-new counters, and tile floors. Tons of storage.

Large cedar deck overlooks private, fenced yard. Shop has 11ft door, 220, plumbed for water.

RV parking. MLS# 667629

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$80,000

Extra-large lot with a manufactured home & detached garage/shop. Home needs a little work but has a newer metal roof. 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths, 1200+ SF. Plumbed for a dishwasher. Call Becky Elde, 7709427 #672408

41417 CENTER ST, CONCRETE

$115,000

Fannie Mae owned home in Anacortes, Cute 2 bedroom 1 bath home with large garage & large yard.

Rambler style home with partial views. Call Karina Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #714689

23217 STATE ROUTE 9, MV 901 11TH ST, SW

$179,900

Restored & charming 3 bdrm, 1.75 bath home.

Wood floors, new kitchen w/ new appliances, counters, soft closing cabinets & drawers. New electrical panel, wiring, plumbing, carpeting & more! Unfinished basement for storage, separate garage with shop. RV parking & garden space. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #715386

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1419 DIGBY PL #306, MV

$137,000

1 level, 1-bedroom Condo in Maddox Creek.

French door to the Private balcony; granite countertop eating bar; pantry w/ washer/dryer, gas fireplace in the living area & a built-in media center.

More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #679887 NE

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4204 BLUE HERON CIR #B, ANA

$138,500

Sharp 2 bdrm home boasting a remodeled kitchen, spacious full bathroom, light, bright living room & a beautifully landscaped large yard. The large yard boasts beautiful mature trees. Detached 1 car garage w/ extra shop space & extra storage too. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #713134

$185,000

Water view from a secluded patio & yard. 2 bedroom, 1.75 bath w/open floor plan. Master bedroom has 2 large closets. Just off Hwy 20, close to town. Call Deborah McNeal, 707-8073 #635603

41701 NORTH SHORE LN, CONCRETE

$195,000

River frontage with your own sandy beach. 3 decks & a fire pit. House is spacious with 1 large bedroom, 1.75 baths, & 1378 SF. nice size living room and kitchen, large garage/shop. Walk out onto the deck & enjoy the views. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #676257

1915 E SECTION ST, MV

835 S. PINE ST, BURL

$239,900

Beautifully maintained 3 bdrm, 2 story home on large city lot. Home features cathedral ceilings, light-filled interior spaces, large master, over-sized 2 car garage w/ storage, gas fireplace & much more. Almost 2000 SF - private backyard & RV parking Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #703898

$105,000

2 parcels provide ample room & secluded privacy for this 1 bedroom cabin with a 12x16 guest cottage. Cabela light fixtures, new roofs, hardy board siding, 200 amp panel, leaf relief gutters, & a security system. 10x14 shed on a concrete slab & a 12x16 Tuff Shed. Call Deborah McNeil, 707-8073 #680234

610 35TH ST, ANACORTES

1106 N. 8TH ST, MV W NE

$219,999

1942 MV Hill home 2138 SF on shy 1/3 acre. 3 bdrms, 2 baths. Fully fenced, private backyard w/ patio & garden space. 2 car garage. H/W floors in LR, hall & Bedroom. Spacious eat in kitchen. Master suite w/ walk in closet & full bath w/ tile floors. Call Karen Beckner, 840-9455 #677868

1212 S. 12TH ST. MV

$229,950

Great MV hill location near parks, schools, & hospital. Very well maintained home with 3 beds, 1.75 baths, 1400+ SF. an outbuilding/shop. Great landscaping & garden area. Call George Bellos at 708-9762 #678821

$269,500

No-bank waterfront property. 4 parcels, 2 building lots. 1 bdrm, 1 bath park model w/ lots of storage.

Covered porch, bath house w/ shower & utility hook-ups, covered patio & 2 docks. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #679914 NE

515 S. 39TH PLACE, MV

$373,000

Elegant hilltop home boasts a grand entry; a formal living & dining room; family room with French doors to the deck & fireplace; lg kitchen with gas cooktop, SS appliances & a walk-in pantry; & a deluxe tiled master suite. Located on a beautiful corner lot. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #703085

17422 W BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

$379,900

Big Lake, Mt. Baker & Cultus Mtn. views! Solid home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on 4.18 acres. Barn, workshops, RV & boat parking galore! Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 #645552

15060 FIR ISLAND RD, MV

$399,000

Equestrian homestead. View of Mt. Baker. Updated in 2003 w/granite counters, new roof & windows. 3 beds, 2.5 baths, 2000+ SF. Master bdrm has 2 vanities, shower & soaking tub. Living rm w/cathedral ceiling & wood stove. 3-stall barn & fenced pasture.

Deck. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #661137

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15255 S BLANCHARD RD, BOW 20312 CHRISTIE PL, BURL

$275,000

Like new Fannie Mae home on just over 1/2 an acre!

3 Bdrms, 1.75 baths, new carpets, vinyl & interior paint. 2 car garage with a bonus room & extra storage. Sought-after neighborhood. Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #712708

4914 NEW WOODS PL, MV

$299,500

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, 202-4075 #715071

610 LILAC DR, MV

$349,900

Updated MV hilltop home; a great floor plan! 3 bdrms, formal living, dining & family room. All new floor coverings, granite counter tops, SS appliances, fixtures, interior/exterior paint & roof. A large deck. 1/3 acre lot in a great neighborhood. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #701384

4525 KIOWA DR, MV

$499,000

63 acres in lovely South Blanchard setting. 24+ acres of wetland w/ 3 creeks. 26 cultivated acres of fertile good draining Ag land. Well-built 2002 combo shop/living space offers 700 SF apartment w/ 1440 SF of shop space. Interior needs some finishing. 4 parcels. Call Margy Furst, 488-3458 #689565

17304 OLYMPIC PL, MV

$549,500

Beautifully remodeled this well-designed, spacious home boasts westerly views framed by lovely mature landscaping. Gourmet kitchen, elegant master suite & much more. Great location in Skyridge neighborhood. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #579939

215 LILAC DR, MV

$739,900

Elegant home on .8 ac with full 2nd living quarters. 5 bdrms, 6 baths, 5212 SF. Upgrades include counter tops, refinished hardwood, paint, fixtures & more. Patio, upper view deck, sports court & 4 parking bays. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #607213

$349,950

Custom home in a private cul de sac on almost a full acre. Gorgeous kitchen w/ cherry cabinets & granite. French doors from the dining room to the spacious deck overlooking the landscaped backyard. Master suite has a huge soaking tub. 3 more spacious bdrms, plus a finished basement. Call Robin Luif, 420-2026 #707640

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1120 C AVENUE, ANA

$276,900

Just a few steps up is worth it for the water view!

Enjoy living room with a view & fireplace. Sliding doors add light & lead to ample outdoor wrap around deck for entertaining or breakfast coffee.

Home could use just a bit of TLC but is priced right for you to add your own creative touches. Roof was replaced in ‘00 & new vinyl windows were installed in’06, sliding doors in ‘08. Downstairs is a large recreation room with fireplace. Lovely mature landscaping adds to the ‘welcome home’ feeling.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS# 715134

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Views of Mount Baker & Fidalgo Bay from this well designed NW Craftsman. Features 4 bdrms with main floor master, media room & bonus are. High quality finishes; hardwood, stone & tile, heated bthrm flrs. Kitchen will feature SS appliances. Customization can still be done.

Paul Weisz 360.391.7281 MLS# 601736

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$475,000

Gorgeous turn of the century farm house, completely restored with modern conveniences including Ranni hot water radiant heat. The open floor plan with lots of windows allows natural light.

Enjoy sunsets from your wrap around deck & hot tub. This home is truly Island living at its best & is a must see!

Paul Necco 360.770.5989 MLS# 695242

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1307 5TH STREET, ANA $575,000

Beautiful like new Cap Sante home. Backyard privacy & views of Guemes Channel. Wonderful hardwood floors & Viking cook range. Close to your favorite restaurants, farmers markets & the heart of Anacortes. Beach/park within blocks from your front door. Come take a peek!

Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS# 666952

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2814 GRADY LANE, ANA

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$697,000

Custom Craftsman! Magnificent water & mtn views. 3 Bdrm 3 full Ba, 2637 SF. Located in Sunset Ridge near Skyline. Short distance to Washington Park. Uncompromised finishes throughout. Large Master Suite.

Hand scraped hardwood floors and built-in vac.

Paul Weisz 360.391.7281 MLS# 611026

$199,900

The best of both worlds… country home on 1.16 Acres, close to town & amenities! This 3000 SF rambler, 5 BR, 1.75 BA’s has potential MIL on lower level. Territorial & foothill views, 5 car Garage with shop space.

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Rare 6000 SF lot in historic Old Town w/ Guemes Channel & San Juan views! All utilities in street.

Includes custom plans for 3500 SF 4bd 3ba home.

Near shops, dining, galleries, library and theatres!

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 183914

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$88,000

Beautiful serene acreage offers some views of Lake Campbell with private Lake Campbell access across the street. Property has a potential building site cleared recently. Large firs & cedars with a nice southerly exposure. City water located at bottom of hill. With some selective trimming the view of the lake should open up nicely. Lake access is grassy & flat with plenty of off street parking to ski or fish from. Seller may consider short term owner financing.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 28059403

LOTS 22-24 SOUTH SHORE RD, GUEMES ISLAND $25,000 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

$484,000

The Woods at Sunset Cove! Distinctive floor plans designed to create a natural transition between the lush outdoor retreat spaces & the cottage interiors. Open floor plan w/upscale finishes & luxurious main level master suite. Boasting 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, 2623 SF. Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 640332

412 JEFFERSON STREET, MV

704 35TH STREET, ANA

ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

$299,000

Step onto the covered front porch & open the door to a light filled personal retreat that is well located on the hill near the hospital. Open floorplan, hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, skylights & separate lower level entrance to income or in-law apartment.

Oversized finished 2 car garage can be used as a recreation room.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS# 713840

$145,000

Remodeled kitchen of birch cabinets & good counter space. Living room has fireplace with wood stove insert plus heat from gas forced air furnace. Updates include windows of insulated vinyl, insulated under floor & in attic. Roof is approx. 8 years old.

Linda Macy 360.708.8284 MLS# 613708

15743 S. DECEPTION SHORES DRIVE, ANA$225,000 525 KLAMATH DRIVE, LA CONNER

$243,000

Lovely rambler with spacious great room, vaulted ceiling & skylights. Custom bamboo flooring & cozy gas log FP. Master Suite features huge walk-in closet & luxurious bath. Detached studio has skylight/heat/ phone. Large fenced yard. Enjoy community amenities. Moorage Available.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS# 694625

Lot 9 has stunning panoramic water & mountain views and it is close to the waterfront. Gently sloping lot & easy community beach access next to the lot. Gated private 68 acre community with 41 acres of community trails/forestlands in this private reserve. Ready to build, soil tests done, electricity & gas at paved streets.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 531140

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Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 Nate Scott 360-708-2354 Paul Necco 360-770-5989 Paul Weisz 360-391-7281 Rebecca Chamberlain 360-421-5021

Rick Bennett 360-202-2630 Samantha Masaoka 360-421-5021 Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 Troy Williams 360-708-4923

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SAT. & SUN. 12-3: 3719 Swan Rd. Mount Vernon 3 bd, 2.5 bth, $449,500 10653 Sterling Rd. Sedro Woolley.

4 bdrm, 2.5 bth, $319,500 SUNDAY: 12-3 14022 Dodge Valley Rd. Mt. Vernon 4 bdrm, 4.5 bth, $549,900 1-4 3906 Pueblo Heights Rd. Mt. Vernon 3 bdrm, 2.5 bth, $266,500

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$449,000

MLS# 96600

• 30+ Plus • House on lot • Private • Multi purpose use

$229,950

MLS# 662254

• Great views • Lg master suite • Fenced yard • Family room

$298,500

MLS#713004

• Open floor plan • Updated kitchen • 1/3 acre • Finished basement Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Barb Gent 206-681-0909 Connie Moulaison 770-1341 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299

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George Herner 840-3743 Jackie Lindeman 770-9080 Karl Morse 395-5405 Larry Lundeen 982-0447 Margie Ernst 708-3198 Maria Mendoza 610-3309

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• 2 bdrm duplex • Coupeville area • Spotless • Private backyard

$537,000

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• 1/2 ACRE W/CIRCULAR DRIVE GIVES LOTS OF GUEST PARKING! • 3300+ S.F. “SOUTHWEST” STYLE BEAUTY W/4 BD., 2.5 BA., 2 MASTER SUITES • GAS HEAT, NEW COMP. ROOF, HUGE 3-CAR SIZE GAR. + R.V. GARAGE/SHOP!

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LARRY L. 982-0447 • VERY NICE 3 BD., 2 BA. “MARLETTE” W/ATTACHED 2 CAR CARPORT • APPROX. 1.5 ACRES W/ORCHARD, MOUNTAIN VIEWS, TOTAL PRIVACY FROM ROAD • HEATED SHOP PLUS ADDITIONAL SHOP/GARAGE, GREAT PRICE!

November 14, 2014

Your Health and Where You Call Home Walkable neighborhoods don’t just offer convenience to homeowners.

They’re also great for their health

November 14, 2014

Want to take control of your health simply by living your everyday life? Try moving to a walkable community.

An increasing number of studies are showing that walkable communities boost physical activity on a daily basis. In fact, the American Diabetes Association even reported this year that people who live in neighborhoods that encourage walking experienced a substantially lower rate of obesity, being overweight and diabetes than those who lived in more neighborhoods that depended on the use of cars.

The Journal of Transport & Health also noted that residents in compact communities experienced lower rates of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and asthma compared to residents in more densely built neighborhoods.

“We’re finally turning a corner as a nation in understanding how our collective housing affects public heath,” says Kevin Sloan, an architect in Dallas and an expert on metropolitan urbanism.

Moving beyond the new urbanism of the 1990s that inspired pedestrian-friendly communities with mixed uses and designated public spaces, walkable communities are successful in giving people a sense of place and reason to walk.

“The urbanism movement initially captured a sense of nostalgia and celebrated the feel of small-town America,” Sloan notes. “What we are seeing now is that researchers are finding real health benefits in

Trends: Walkability everyday lives.”

Architects also are more aware of their role in helping to improve the nation’s heath system. Sloan says there is more discussion how to make urban areas more walkable to promote health and social contact.

The most recent American Institute of Architects survey on housing trends notes that 63 percent of residential architects report growing interest in neighborhoods that are more walkable, offer more recreational activities integrated into the community and provide more opportunities for multigenerational living.

Residents of these neighborhoods are less dependent on their cars, thus producing less carbon.

They’re healthier because they walk more. They’re more connected to their neighbors and to their overall community.

But as experts uncover more benefits of walkable communities, some industry leaders worry that these ideal neighborhoods may be priced too high for many people.

To be sure, walkable communities have been touted as a great investment. Studies repeatedly have shown that real estate values increase as neighborhoods became more walkable.

“As these communities become more popular, we see the danger of many people being priced out of them,” says Tony Dang, deputy director of California Walks, a nonprofit that serves as a statewide voice for pedestrian safety and walkable communities.

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Dang says organizations are working to ensure that residents of all socio-economic brackets can enjoy walkable communities by focusing on rehabilitating existing neighborhoods, among other measures.

For the general public to enjoy walkable communities, individuals must widen their scope and understanding of these, he notes.

The online resource Walkable Communities (walkable.org) offers a checklist of characteristics of these neighborhoods, which include: • An intact town center with a pleasant main street and a healthy set of stores and shops that are open at least eight hours per day • A mix of residential densities, mixed income and mixed use, with higher densities near the town center and in appropriate concentrations further out.

• Granny flats, design studios, and other affordable housing options.

• Public spaces to gather, play and socialize. The best neighborhoods have welcoming public space within 1/8th mile (700 feet) of all homes.

• A universal design with a healthy respect for people of all abilities and with appropriate ramps, medians, refuges, crossings of driveways, sidewalks on all streets where needed, benches, shade, and other basic amenities to make walking feasible and enjoyable for everyone.

• Key streets are speed controlled with traffic moves on main streets and in neighborhoods at safe speeds.

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CL SSIFIEDS C LAS SIFIEDS 1 bdrm. SAFE & QUIET by Skagit Valley Hospital, 1 level, 1013 S. 16th St. $850.

W/S/G pd. 360-652-6560 Cute studios on bus line.

Great MV location $500$700. 360-941-6986 Newly remodeled 2 bdrm Big Lake view, $775. No smoke/pets. 206-778-8147

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com MV 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, 2 car garage, great location, $1,395 mo. + dep. 253-426-5195 MV Hilltop Home. Beautiful 4 bdrm, 1 full, 2 half ba. Finished bsmt, fenced yd, off st. parking. Easy walk to medical, parks, schools, town. $1600., 1st, last, dep. Refs.

Avail 12/1. 360-421-6713 Our family home on 1/3 acre near Eaglemont. 3 bdrm with large living & family rooms, large fenced backyard with pond. $1550. 360-573-0467

OPEN HOUSE Sat. & Sun., 2pm to 4pm

Open House Saturday Open 1-4 PM 4309 Blue Heron Circle Unit 103 Luxury 2 Bdrm View Ridge Villa Anacortes condominium, Blue Heron circle is located off Whistle Lake Rd.

4710 Parkview Lane, Mount Vernon $455,000 Beautiful daylight basement home with 3 car garage in Eaglemont. So many custom features you simply must come see it!

Directions: E. on Division, S. on S. Waugh Rd to Beaver Pond Drive to Parkview Ln. Home is on left.

MLS# 714363 Dan Hewitt, 360-770-5446 Preview Properties Skagit LLC

Hosted by REALTOR Jones Atterberry For additional directions or for a private showing call 360-708-8935 jonesatterberry.com John L. Scott Anacortes Properties

PINE CREEK Open House

4 new rambler models available for pre-sale ranging in size from 1843-2554 sq ft. Stop by the model at 3059 Pine Creek Drive to look at the floor plans!

Ramblers have no-step entry! 3-bedrooms and 3 car garages. Quality high end finishes. Great room & gas frplc.

Open House Friday 12:00 – 3:00 Sunday 1:00 – 3:00 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, 1/4 mi. to Pine Ck.

FSBO - Fabulous 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Ba, 2466 sq. ft. home, large office/den/bonus room, living room, dining room, open concept kitchen/dining room, 3 fireplaces, fabulous curb appeal plus a huge fenced backyard, new carpet & refinished hardwood floors, spacious 2 car garage. $435,000.

Call Scott 206-679-0123.

Walk in to WOW!

Great View of Mt. Baker

Large customized home with unique floor plan.

2,850 sq. ft. Oversized custom deck w/sunroom.

Great view of Mt. Baker from deck as well as master Bdrm. 3 Bdrms, 2.5 Ba & large bonus room. Stainless steel appliances. Floor changed some with great ideas. Crawl space partially finished with plenty of storage potential. Landscaped secure neighborhood. Gas fireplace. It is a must see floor plan. $299,900.

Preview Properties Rick I. Your Real Estate Guy 360-202-2141 MLS #696102

FOR RESULTS Old Town Bungalow.

1800SF, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath of quality construction.

Granite counters, hardwood floors. Stainless appliances, boat/RV parking.

All Anacortes amenities at your doorstep. $339,500 MLS#700078 2116 12th St., Anacortes

1300 s.f. newer S.W. 2 bdrm, 2 ba, 2 car garage. $1100, 1st, last & $500 dep. 391-0627

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2204 35th Court, Anacortes

Call Tim L. Good 360-708-3828 timgoodrealestate.com RSVP Real Estate

Allen Workman Managing Broker 360-770-4948

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17603 S. SKYRIDGE, MOUNT VERNON

OPEN HOUSE: SAT, NOV. 15, 13 & SUN, NOV. 16, 13 4900 MONARCH BLVD, MOUNT VERNON

$429,000

Custom built view home in gorgeous Skyridge community. Views of Valley, Puget Sound, San Juan Islands & more! Spacious rooms throughout w/ abundant storage. Entertainment great rm style w/cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace, large dining rm and main floor master suite & den. Lower level w/2 lg bdrms, utility/hobby room, fitness area/TV room. Carport w/attached 8 x 22’ shop. Steps away from Little Mountain hiking trails. Easy care .41 acre lot. Private location minutes to I-5.

Elva Hunter MLS# 706609 360-202-3086

$242,000 25723 44TH AVE NE, ARLINGTON

$179,500 3815 RIDGE WY, MOUNT VERNON

19924 HILL CT, BURLINGTON

Well cared for home at end of cul- desac, 3 Bd, 2 Bath, 1248 sqft, Good size lot with fruit trees; 2 apple, 1 pear, 1 Brett Tacker prune and 1 cherry.

360-840-7931

$325,000 1606 ALPINE CREST LP #C, MOUNT VERNON

$339,000

$365,000 4725 MONTE VISTA PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

Beautiful 4 BD, 2.5 BA home is located on a very quiet cul-de-sac. Features a nicely Russ Lanker updated kitchen w/Corian countertops, 360-708-1117 maple cabinets and hardwood flooring.

Home is on a rare .40 acre lot in town w/territorial views.

Entertain on the large deck or just relax in the hot tub!

Mature and tasteful landscaping. MLS#672971

14678 STATE ROUTE 9, MOUNT VERNON

2688 sq. ft. 3 BD, 2.5 BA home on corner Sandy Everett lot. Upscale neighborhood w/trails, 360-202-3706 sidewalks & play areas in a planned development.

Everything is close by. Utility rm (washer/dryer incl.) & full BAs upstairs; bonus rm w/gas fplace on main floor.

Kitchen w/all stainless appliances & pantry. Dbl garage.

MLS #668766

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Immaculate, one-owner home, nestled up to the trees on half an acre at the end of a quiet cul-de- Shirley Bertholf sac in a lovely rural development. 360-840-1863 Well built home with open floor plan, lg kitchen, ample cupboard/counter space, lots of windows, vaulted LR ceiling. This charming rambler has been meticulously cared for, features very attractive, maintenance free, drought resistant landscaping. MLS#714743

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Spacious, circular drive to patio, level entry. Quality built & designed w/ vaulted ceilings, covered deck.

Elva Hunter Main master w/dbl closet/BA & 360-202-3086 2 BR/2 BA + office. Down 2 BR/BA, lg fam. rm, could be MIL. Prof. landscaped. RV prkg. Close to Golf, Medical, shy 1 acre. MLS# 524620

Remodel includes added formal dining area. Many upgrades inside.

Lower level features a recreation room with its own fireplace. Sandy Everett Beautiful, large, private yard 360-202-3706 includes a greenhouse, 2 2-car garages, deck and a great patio. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a neighborhood of nice homes. Interior square footage to be verified by buyer. Appointment required with 24 hours notice. MLS# 641525

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Remodeled. Open floor plan, newer windows, newer roof, new furnace, Suzanne Jenkins lots of room. Great for livestock and 360-941-2983 berry growing; cross fenced pasture; approx. 15 acres grows hay; 2 barns, lower barn has insulated tack room. 20x50 Green house with electricity and water.

Top barn used as shop. MLS#710460

Lovely 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with view of Big Lake. Ready for you to move in. Double garage, security system, bath off Master and large JoAnn Boudreau walk-in closet. Gas fireplace at 360-391-0746 the living room on the main floor.

Large finished recreation room with storage at the basement. MLS# 622887

$438,900 1 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON

NEW PRICE! Two four-plex tracts for $150,000 Danya Wolf each and one five-plex tract for Spectacular lake view and stunning $175,000.00 Building permit 360-708-8294 sunsets seen from this lot, located Sandy Everett on the east (sunny) side of the lake! 360-202-3706 ready for thirteen (13) units. Or,administrative conditional use potential for professional/medical Property is in an area of beautiful homes and is located directly north of Big Lake Bar & offices. All utilities; includes off-site, fenced storm Grill parking lot. Buyer to verify square footage and retention pond. (City sewer,garbage,and drainage district). MLS# 678254 utility availability. MLS# 670146

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Desirable Eaglemont Golf Course Community. 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath plus office/den. Lovely Master Suite w/jetted tub on main floor. Bright kitchen w/slab granite, stainless steel John Hunter 360-202-3854 appliances, eating bar that opens to great room w/gas fireplace and door to outside deck with spectacular views. Unfinished downstairs w/ 1237 sq.ft is included in sq.ft has plumbing, bedroom & family room, ready to complete. MLS# 675913

Beautiful 2 story home - quiet neighborhood, gorgeous tiered landscaping with fruit trees & flowering bushes, large bi-level deck, separate patio. Brand new hardwood floors & carpet, vaulted Shirley Bertholf ceiling, sunken LR, granite counters, 360-840-1863 new kitchen lighting, private balcony off Master. Sale includes all stainless steel Kenmore Elite appliances, side-by-side front loading stainless LG washer/dryer, & wall mounted 42” flat screen TV/ stereo system. MLS# 706814

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