Real Estate Weekly | October 31, 2014

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NACA: A LONGTIME RESOURCE FOR SHORTTERM LOANS P. 4

HOW TO RENT YOUR RESIDENCE P. 8

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, November 1 • 11-3pm FEATURE HOME: 1718 BAKER VIEW COURT, ANACORTES Colleen Sargent, Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. NOV. 1ST 1-3PM 1285 Arrezo Drive, Sedro Woolley $219,950 Dir: Hwy 20, North on Fruitdale, West on Portobello, South on first Arrezo home on left. Contemporary style home w/spacious floor plan. 3 BR, 2.75 BA. Family room w/fireplace. Large formal living room.

Upper level w/master & private bath. Fenced yard with beautiful views. MLS #705763 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Mount Vernon $132,000 Ideal location in an area with upscale executive homes. Non-obstructed views towards Olympic Mountains, Skagit Bay, and farmlands. .508 acre.

Ready for building permit with all utilities paid for and installed at building site. MLS #435886 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Sedro-Woolley $144,950 Fantastic home on double lot. Great location.

Walking distance to schools, town & parks. Huge fenced yard with shop. Mature fruit trees. Great garden area. Move-in ready! MLS #680588 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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La Conner $209,950 Fantastic custom 2 story home. Located in beautiful Shelter Bay. Gorgeous master suite w/ steam shower. Large great room. Unique custom flooring. Huge garage w/shop area. MLS #671435 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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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

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. NOV. 1ST 1-3PM 4114 Pueblo Heights, Mount Vernon $339,000 Dir: E. on College Wy, Left on Waugh Rd, Left on Apache, Right on Chippewa, left on Pueblo Hts to end of cul-de-sac. Thunderbird home on over 1 acre. Neat, clean & nicely remodeled. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, 1958 SF. Covered deck, hot tub incl. Many varieties of berries. RV Pkg, very private. MLS #707950 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Burlington $244,950 Solid rambler on .34 acre lot. 1544 SF. Nice sized bedrooms, 1.75 baths. Oak kitchen, hardwood floors. Formal living room w/gas fireplace. Master BR feat. walkin closet & spacious bath. Fenced level backyard with great sunsets. MLS #702013 Call Ron, 333-1045

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Mount Vernon $259,900 4 BR, 3 BA. Over 2100 SF. Extra large .3 acres lot with greenbelt on 2 sides. Dead end cul-de-sac.

Convenient Trumpeter location. MLS #688027 Call Debbie, 708-8780

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

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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 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

Maggie deSouza 610-8413

Burlington $1300/month $1300 security deposit. 12 month lease required.

Located in Skagit Golf & Country Club. 3 BR, 2 BA. Open floor plan. Attached 2 car garage. Utilities not included. Pet negotiable.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

Ayla Contois 610-1652

Steph Vervaart Property Mgmt Assistant

Traci Erickson Property Manager 391-2969

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• GREAT NEW PRICE, 3367 SQ. FT. W/PARKLIKE 1/2 ACRE COUNTRY SETTING • 4 BEDROOMS, TOTAL OF 3 BATHS, 3 CAR SIZE GARAGE + DET. R.V. GAR/SHOP • OPEN PLAN W/ FAMILY RM./LIVING RM./DINING RM/KITCHEN W/ISLAND

• SPACIOUS UPDATED/UPGRADED RAMBLER, 1934 SQ. FT. W/VIEW! • 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, OPEN KITCHEN/ FAMILY RM., GAS HEAT • PRIVACY AND CITY/MTN. VIEWS,NEW ROOF & EXT. PAINT, .391 ACRES!

• SPACIOUS, VERY OPEN PLAN W/LOVELY MTN. VIEW FROM DINING/KITCHEN ESP.!! • 2 BEDROOMS, 1.75 BATHS, GORGEOUS MASTER BATH, GAS HEAT, GAS FPL. • QUIET “OFF ST.” LANE, ENJOY CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES, R.V. PARKING AVAILABLE

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• ATTENTION 1ST TIME (USDA/VA/FHA) BUYERS, GREAT HOUSE, GREAT VALUE! • 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, WOOD LAM. FLOORS DOWN, GAS HEAT, LOVELY GAS FPL. • DOUBLE GARAGE, FENCED YARD, POSSIBLE “EARLY OCCUPANCY” , MOTIVATED!!

• OUTSTANDING PRIVACY & TERRIFIC VALUE, 1.5 ACRES , PRIVACY FROM MAIN HWY.! • 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATH “MARLETTE” W/ ATTACHED DOUBLE CARPORT + HEATED SHOP • DETACHED GARAGE/SHOP, FRUIT TREES, MTN. VIEWS TO THE SOUTH!

• MOTIVATED OUT OF AREA SELLER WILL LOOK AT OFFERS, CALL TODAY FOR DETAILS! • LARGE 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH UNITS W/ GAS HEAT, LOVELY BRICK FPL. • NEAR HOSPITAL & SERVICES, ON BUS LINE, DOUBLE GAR. + LG. FENCED IN PATIO/YARD

2018 32ND. STREET, ANACORTES $254,900

14022 DODGE VALLEY ROAD, “PLEASANT RIDGE” MT. VERNON $549,900

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Source: 2014 National Association of Realtors Profile of Real Estate Firms

504 N. LAVENTURE ROAD, MT. VERNON

OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. 1-4 SANDI R. 770-8670/LARRY L. 982-0447

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• ONE OF A KIND PROPERTY W/UPGRADED N/W CRAFTSMAN 2 STORY BEAUTY! • 4 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATHS, FAMILY ROOM + BONUS ROOM, GRANITE KITCHEN • 3 ACRES, OUTBUILDINGS, TOTAL OF 6 COVERED PARKING SPACES!

• MUCH LARGER THAN LOOKS FROM ST., 1643 SQ. FT., HUGE LIVING/DINING RM. • 3 BEDROOMS, 1 LG. NEWER BATH, GAS F/A HEAT, GAS STOVE, COVERED PATIO • VERY NICE BACK YARD W/GAZEBO, R.V. PARKING, SHOP + GARAGE

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#710523 • $272,900

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Ground-Level Condo #620117 • $114,900

Immaculate 3 bedroom 2 bath home in a nice 55 & older park. Nice spacious master with private bath, big kitchen with tons of cabinet space. Great location close to everything. This house comes with all appliances and is ready for a new owner!

One of a kind secluded retreat on 6.25 acres including private 1/4 acre pond w/ long private driveway. Home features wrap around deck, log handrails, wood finishing throughout, master w/ private BA, woodstove, detached shop w/ storage unit, out buildings, dog kennel. Don’t miss out on this one of a kind property!

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!

Cozy Winter Nights! #687976 • $259,000

Shelter Bay home # 699363 • $ $150,000

Wonderful 3 BR home just minutes to I-5, schools, parks and shopping. Home has been upgraded w/ new roof, small shop, gas range and heat pump for air conditioning in the summer and efficient heating in the winter. Wood stove also makes for cozy winter nights. Landscaped backyard. Don’t miss out!

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

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# 711085 • $211,900

Fannie Mae Homepath View Townhouse in Mount Vernon. This terrific 2007 townhouse features open floor plan w/ hardwood floors, gas fireplace, stainless steal appliances, granite counters, patio, 2 view decks, powder room, 2 BD each with private BA,gas heat/hot water, garage all in a great location close to schools, shopping, Hospital & I-5.

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MORTGAGES NACA: A LONG-TIME RESOURCE FOR SHORT-TERM LOANS Housing nonprofit helps regular buyers obtain enticing mortgages usually reserved for those with elite credit

financially savvy consumers who save extra to pay points or who choose a 15- year mortgage over the traditional 30-year, knowing that the shorter term – despite higher monthly payments – means they’ll own a bigger portion of their home outright, free of mortgage, sooner. n the next few months, hundreds of homeBut many of the borrowers taking these buyers are expected to take 15-year fixed loans didn’t have great credit scores or know rate loans funded by Citigroup Inc. and Bank the advantages of 15-year loans – until they of America. learned of the Neighborhood Assistance Corp.

Offered at a low rate of about 3 percent, of America, a Boston-based nonprofit. borrowers also can pay “points” (one point is Indeed, while the funding for these 15-year 1 percent of the total loan amount) to lower loans is provided by Bank of America and the interest rate charge further.

Citigroup, NACA counsels borrowers on when Usually, just borrowers with pristine credit they’ll be able to afford the loan, and makes qualify for low rate mortgages. And, it’s only the loan approvals.

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“We have had a 20-year relationship with NACA,” observes Terry Francisco, a Bank of America spokesman.

“They have a good track record of getting funding to subsidize some of the interest rate to make loans affordable,” says Paul Leonard of the Center for Responsible Lending.

“And they have a unique approach of looking not just at a single credit score but whether people can afford the payment on the loan.”

Borrowers with any income can use NACA, but the mortgages made must be under FHA limit in their area. Financial counseling at one of the NACA offices in 35 states, or by phone is required. More information is at www.naca. com.

“They have a good track record of getting funding to subsidize some of the interest rate to make loans affordable” ~ Terry Francisco

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North Homes Realty Inc. 360.424.2100 • www.century21northhomes.com OPEN HOUSES SAT. AND SUN. 1-4: 10653 Sterling Rd. Sedro Woolley $319,500, 4 bdrm, 2.5 bths SUNDAY 1-4: 3906 Pueblo Heights Rd. Mt Vernon $178,500 MLS# 638641 $266,500, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bths • 3 bd, 1 bth • Newer roof For details & directions, • Gorgeous yard • RV parking

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$210,000

$205,000

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• Custom upgrades • 3 bdrm, 2 bath • Formal dining rm • Nicely landscaped

MLS# 710432

• In town privacy • Family room • Large kitchen • 2 car garage 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

$450,000

MLS#201498

$125,000

MLS#474542

$58,000

MLS# 664877

$139,000

MLS# 686467

• Gas fireplace • View deck • Over 55 condo • Affordable price

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

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

Wonderful home in the heart of Anacortes on a quiet cul-de-sac w/views of Mt. Baker. 3BR, 2BA, 2289 SF w/key living on the main level. Updated kitchen w/granite & newer SS appliances. Huge master suite on main level with custom master bathroom.

Vaulted ceilings, open design, abundant storage, library & huge bonus room.

Gorgeous yard has been professionally designed with custom concrete, sprinkler system & gorgeous plantings.

Custom storage under deck & in crawlspace.

MLS# 696717

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Marlene Deasy 661-6720 Mel Strickland 206-948-4392 Mike Newman 708-1419 Rick Kiesser 770-1195 Sandi Hocking 708-1523 Sandi Riley 770-8670

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

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, November 1 • 11-3pm NORTH PUGET SOUND ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® 525 East College Way, Suite J

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Realtors® Say QRM Rule Will Provide Clarity in Housing Finance Market, Benefit Consumers Realtors® are confident that the new Qualified Residential Mortgage [QRM] rule will encourage sound and financially prudent mortgage financing by lenders while also ensuring responsible homebuyers have access to safe and affordable credit. The synchronization with the QM rule will provide lenders with much needed clarity and consistency as they apply the new standards to loan applications while also providing a framework to bring more competition to the secondary mortgage market.

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Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155

• 4.8 acres • Beautiful Property • Baker View • Bellingham area

NOW COULD BE THE TIME TO SELL A NEW HOME AND EARN A SLICE OF THE REAL ESTATE PIE Record-low interest rates and record-low housing prices are renewing interest in the floundering housing market for many people.

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$392,500

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes 3018 Commercial Ave. Anacortes, WA 360.293.8008 www.AnacortesRealEstate.com

• 4.56 acres • Fantastic views • Lg kitchen w/island • Rec room

MLS#648036

• Shy 1.5 acres • Very nice 3 bdrm • Shop • Workshop • Mtn views

$265,000

$266,500

MLS# 688726

1718 BAKER VIEW COURT, ANACORTES

• Gated park • 3 bdrm + den • Newer roof • Patio and yard

MLS#706654

• 3 bdrm, 2.5 bth • Media room • 2 car garage • Beat the bank!

$249,000

FEATURE HOME FROM COVER:

To mobilize against the proposed QRM rules that would have excluded credit-worthy Americans from the housing market, National Association of Realtors® forged the broad-based Coalition for Sensible Housing Policy, a partnership of approximately 50 consumer organizations, civil rights groups, lenders and real estate professionals united in their opposition to high down-payment requirements.

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

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

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www.WindermereSkagit.com RESIDENTIAL 44942 STATE ROUTE 20, CONCRETE

$129,900

1212 S. 12TH ST, MV

$229,950

Fannie Mae property is a home that was turned into a Day Care. Endless possibilities for this 1000+ SF property, use it as a Day Care, Office building, Salon or private residence. This property qualifies for HomePath Mortgage. Call Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 or Karine Anderson, 421-1189 #677922

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, 708-9762 # 678821

7675 CEDAR PARK, CONCRETE

Great 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home in Concrete. 1500+ SF of living space. Anderson at 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis at 391-5075 #696680

Luxury view townhomes. Close to all major amenities. 2 bedrooms, 2.25 baths, 1600+ SF. Top quality design, construction & detail. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #660709

1604 WILDFLOWER WAY, SW

8217 317TH PLACE NW, STANWOOD

$131,900

$133,900

Great 2 bedroom, 1 bath Fannie Mae home! 840 SF, new interior paint, new flooring, & 1 car detached garage with storage. Great little community not far from downtown & local shops. Eligible for Homepath financing. Call Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 or Karine Anderson, 421-1189 #710428

1406 DIGBY PLACE, MV

$234,000

$259,900

Don’t miss the beautiful woodwork in this home.

Wood wrapped windows, solid wood doors & vaulted ceilings welcome you to the 3 bdrm, 2 bath rambler. Open floor plan and only 1/2 mile from Lake Ketchum entrance. Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #693779

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Call us for a list of every home that matches your needs.

803 34TH ST, ANA

$169,900

2 bedroom/1 bath home with new flooring, paint & new kitchen. Corner lot. Potential mountain & bay views. Fannie Mae owned. Call Lee Ann Dean, 4213082 or Karine Anderson, 421-1189 #640185

3120 HUDDLE RD, SW

$179,900

Experience all the beauty & tranquility country living has to offer on this 5 acre lot nestled in the foothills outside of Sedro-Woolley. 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, 1600+ SF. Home has an Interlock switch for generator power. Call Nathan Loeb, 333-7197 #656533

1502 BLACKBERRY DRIVE, MV

$190,000

In an area of newer homes. Maintained, but needs a little TLC. 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, 1200+ SF. Convenient location. Park nearby. Call George Bellos, 708-9762. #635096

24882 STONEWOOD DR, MV

$195,000

5 serene wooded acres with 3 bedroom, 2 bath quaint manufactured home and detached 1 car garage/shop. Super affordable and move in ready.

Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 #702584

16250 PENN RD, MV

$269,000

Nice home on a shy .5 acre lot. New interior paint & carpet. 3 bdrm, 2 baths, 1644 SF. Living room w/ freestanding stove, kitchen w/ eating space, dining room & lg. mud/laundry room. Fenced yard w/ patio, garage, shop & garden shed/playhouse. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette, 421-4446 #698871

4228 269TH PL. NE, ARL

$299,900

4 bedrooms & 2 baths sits on approx .5 acre.

Huge 2 bay shop wired w/220 & generator. RV parking. Large patio, outbuilding, gardens, ponds & fire pit. Call Sherry Johansen, 708-3636 #630187

5717 GILKEY AVE, EDISON

$315,000

Great potential in this double warehouse property hidden away in the heart of Edison’s happening little business district. 1/2 acre lot w/nice views on 85 SF of waterfront on Edison Slough. 600 SF apartment, 300 SF office & total of 2100 SF shop/storage space. Margy Furst, 488-3458 #681052

18416 VALENTINE RD, MV

431 SIOUX DR. $344,900 OPEN HOUSE SAT. NOV. 1ST, 10-12

$529,000

Beautiful 3500+ SF estate home on PRIVATE 5 acres overlooking the LaConner flats & Rainbow Bridge. Built in 1987, this 3 bedroom, 4.25 bath home features all the charm of yesteryear, plus the convenience & low maintenance of a new home.

LaConner school district, not in flood plain. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 #686925

19195 DRY SLOUGH RD, MV

$541,000

Hard to find 1 level living in MV. 3 bdrms, 2 3/4 baths, & 3 car garage. Nicely finished open floor plan w/ lots of room for entertaining. 3 fireplaces, huge deck & plenty of room for pets & kids. Great 2 story playhouse in fenced back yard too! Call Donna Rowell, 708-7984 #696241

Incredible custom home on Fir Island! Sitting high on a rock ridge with incredible valley & mountain views & out of the flood plain! 5-stall barn, pasture, pool & greenhouse. More photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #637122

17015 THEODORSAN LANE, MV

17304 OLYMPIC PL, MV

$375,000

$549,500

Restored 4 bdrm classic home on a 2/3 acre lot. New kitchen; refinished red oak floors; coffered & coved ceilings; lg. master w/ extensive use of marble tile in the bath; & daylight basement office & family room.

Garage/shop; fruit & nut orchard, gardens; close to all amenities. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger at 421-4446 #694020

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, 7703076 #579939

15060 FIR ISLAND RD, MV

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 or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #607213

$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

17064 CANTERBURY RD, B’HAM

$415,000

5.46 acres with updated home & shop. 3 bdrms, updated kitchen, windows & more. Bear Crk borders property. Near Whatcom County line & only minutes to I-5. More information at SkagitValleyHomes. com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #626640

1312 N 43RD PLACE, MV

215 LILAC DR, MV

$739,900

3339 DEER TRAILS LN, BOW

$775,000

Park-like setting w/trails, ponds, & fire pit. Licensed as adult family home & retreat or could be B&B. Main floor has an apartment plus 3 rooms each w/deck access, chef’s kitchen. 10 bdrms, 6 baths, 6600+ SF. Shop & carport. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #667328

$424,900

4 bedroom home with beautiful detail throughout.

Coffered ceilings, main floor master suite w/ jetted tub & shower. Large gourmet kitchen w/ walkin pantry. 3 upstairs bedrooms & huge rec room & wet bar. Call Donna Rowell, 708-7984 #528255

15181 DESCHUTES CT. MV

$439,950

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, 421-4446. #585522

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Windermere Real Estate/Skagit Valley • 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon • (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939 Balisa Koetje Becky Elde Bill Krieger Cindy Sullivan Dave Patterson Deborah McNeal

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360-421-4111 360-770-9427 360-421-4446 360-941-9443 360-708-5030 360-707-8073

Dick Nord Donna Rowell Elizabeth Miller George Bellos Harry Ota Jake Koetje

360-661-6529 360-708-7984 360-420-3607 360-708-9762 360-708-3500 360-466-8045

Jamie Yantis Jannette Krieger Jim Glackin Jim Koetje Josh Scott Karen Beckner

360-540-5264 360-708-0233 360-428-2828 360-202-2500 360-708-1010 360-840-9455

Karine Anderson Kim Kelley Lee Ann Dean Linda Eastman Margy Furst Megan O’Bryan

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360-421-1189 360-202-5515 360-421-3082 360-202-4075 360-488-3458 360-708-5817

Nathan Loeb Rita Ingram Robin Lee Luif Sarah Minton Shawn Danley Sherry Johansen

360-333-7197 360-708-8338 360-420-2026 360-770-3076 360-317-5881 360-708-3636

Tahlia Honea Tasha Zahlis Tiffany Danley Warren Bingham

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

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www.AnacortesRealEstate.com RESIDENTIAL

COMMERCIAL 3307 RICE CT, ANA

$464,000

Elegant Stone Ridge rambler located on a quiet in-town cul-de-sac. Built by Strandberg Construction. Wonderful design & function in this 4 Bd – 2.5 Ba, 2100 sf home. Lovely entry with wood Pergola.

Includes 2 car garage & full yard landscaping.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 677275

5212 MARITIME CT, ANA 11942 NEW MORNING DRIVE, ANA

$859,000

NW Custom 4250 sf home on 1.14 acre lot in the Fidalgo Bay Estates gated community. Sits on top of the ridge with wonderful views of Padilla Bay & the Cascade Mtns. Main level living and open floor concept.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 624244

7763 HOLIDAY BLVD, GUEMES

14559 JURA PLACE, ANA

539 OLALLIE WAY, LA CONNER

$209,000

Desirable one-level home situated on cul-desac. 3Br - 2Ba, 1867sf with office/study/work-out.

Kitchen features granite countertop & charming breakfast room. Deluxe Master Bedroom retreat.

Large new deck. Swim-Park-Tennis-Golf etc. All Shelter Bay Amenities Included.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS# 650035

$679,000

Dramatic views from this gorgeous Spinnaker Cove home. Main level living with great room concept. Deck off the dining room, Beautiful kitchen, den/office & elegant master suite all with views.

Lower level family rm, 2 Bdrm & Ba, storage space & wine closet. Intimate outdoor area.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 684500

$1,590,000

Premier craftsman style waterfront. Quality & Elegance throughout. The craftsmanship is stunning from the massive wood-burning FP to the coffered living rm ceiling, Brazilian cherry wood detail & colored lead glass. Easy access to a beautiful beach. Garage w/ guest apartment.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 668272

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906 7TH STREET, ANA

405 NOOKSACK PL, LA CONNER

2400 SKYLINE WAY #G-15, ANA

ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

$294,000

1.88 acres of Equestrian property with an adorable farm style home. 2 bedrooms, 1.75 baths. Recent updating, updated to natural gas, basement great for shop or hobby area.

Cheryl Fraizer 360.202.4789 MLS# 686191

$115,000

Moorage for 50’ boat in Skyline Marine Condo 18. Slip has 44 ft dock w/6 ft overhang & is 16+ feet wide w/water & power. Includes membership in fun, informal Flounder Bay Yacht Club with reciprocals all around Puget Sound & into Canada.

Includes Skyline amenities.

Judy Moore 360.391.9794 MLS# 642281

$259,000

Classic 1920s home, converted to a Central Business District office, one-half block off Commercial Avenue. CBD zoning permits mixed use development. Lot size is 3,000 SF & office building is approx. 1,000 SF. Small accessory building fronts alley behind parcel.

Cheryl Frazier 360.202.4789 MLS# 613828

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11046 O AVE, ANA

$695,000

14,760 SF of prime retail property with 3186 SF retail building and 1332 SF Warehouse; 123 SF of frontage on Commercial Ave. This property has two P#’s P57334-P57335.

Rick Bennett 360.202.2630/Buzz Ely 360.202.4626 MLS# 621587

Guemes Island Contemporary 2 Bdrm 1 Ba. Main floor living. Alluring kitchen w/granite counters, cozy living room, free standing fireplace, deck & patio area. 2 car detached garage or perfect shop wired with 220V, Plumbed for Propane. Holiday Hideaway amenities.

Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS# 642794

663 DECATUR HEAD DRIVE, DECATUR IS. $70,000 Older manufactured home on nice, open acreage but needs a bit of work to make it comfortable again. Being sold “as is” & buyer needs to verify status of existing appliances & fixtures. Detached garage was former wood shop & still contains some material & debris but has a lot of potential.

Small pond located on back of property.

Sarah Jones 360.375.6142 MLS# 710017

2619 COMMERCIAL AVENUE, ANA

$129,000

Peaceful setting! 2 bd-1ba 1,008 sf Chalet. Vaulted ceiling, skylights, open floor plan, sliding doors to wrap-around deck. Upgrades include: metal roof 5 years ago, crawl space re-done, newer forced air furnace & hot water heater. 1 car garage connected by breezeway.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS# 649137

3811 ROCK RIDGE PKWY, ANA

$519,000

Bordering the coveted Anacortes forestlands, in the beautiful neighborhood of Rock Ridge. Main level living w/natural finishes & superior workmanship, this 4 Bd 2.5 Ba, shy 2000 sq ft home has hardwood floors, natural stone baths & rich detailing throughout. Luxurious kitchen, open living & dining room with crown and column detailing.

Landscaping & 3 car garage.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 563034

9008 MOLLY LANE #121, ANA STARTING AT $79,950 Great Bays Storage Condominium garage facility for RV, boats, cars, business & maybe even sports.

Auto roll up doors & man doors, sprinklers & sewer available. The project has security gate & cameras, wash down area, RV dump & common bathroom. Owner financing available.

Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 MLS# 677875

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008 • (800) 327-5291 Bill Robillard Buzz Ely Caroline Baumann Catherine Mers Cheryl Frazier

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Jack Dixon Jackie Stone Jessica Notaro Joan Handelmann John Prosser

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Judy Moore Kathy Rogers Kristi Gabrielse Leigh Zwicker Linda Macy

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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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HOW TO RENT YOUR RESIDENCE Whether you’re making use of a vacant home or taking on an investment property, establish a plan before you open up the doors to a tenant

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OPEN HOUSE SUN. NOV. 2, 1-3 PM 17077 PETERSON RD, BURLINGTON

WATERFRONT HOME..stunning architectural home on South facing low bank lot in Anacortes. Wonderful setting.$775,000. #588545 BUILDING LOT IN MT. VERNON..South end of Mt Vernon, Lg private lot at end of road. $49,000. #694415 UP RIVER HOME..960 sf, 2 BR, 1 BA rambler, wood stove, deck & propane heat. Sub dividable 2.35 acre, greenhouse, fruit trees. NEW PRICE!! $130,000. #691376 20 ACRES WITH VIEW.. Fronting on a gravel road with water & electricity available, bargain priced. $79,500. #600682 COMMERCIAL LAND..3 vacant comm’l lots, direct visability from College Way, own your own bldg., lots fully serviced & have wet land studies on file. Seller will carry contract or lease to purchase. $10.00 per sq.ft. $534,000. #656495

Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Jodi Dynes 333-7783 Tim Reichert 391-5587

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SPACIOUS..3 BR, 2.5 BA home, 2 story with over 2100 sf to enjoy. Many upgrades when built for this original owner. Huge loft area, playground close. $229,900. #639340 2 ACRE LOTS. 2 parcels ready for your new home.. Nice territorial views & municipal water available. $110,000 each. #261525 BURLINGTON BLDG SITE..nice end of cul-de-sac, level lot off Anacortes St in Burlington. $63,000. #694499 PRIVACY ABOUNDS..from this mini-farm in middle of 6 acres with a 4 BR home, garage & art studio. $269,500. #708706 2.83 ACRE PARCEL..close to town, water & power in, bldg site cleared, ready for your mobile or stick built home. Sits on dead end lane w/creek. $49,500. #455168 NEW LISTING..DUPLEX LOTS IN BURLINGTON..very nice 2 lots to build your own duplex. Lot 2 & 3. $69,000. #694493

Tod Le Hecka Galen Kindred Holly Hilts

331-1032 770-7083 661-5538

GREAT SHOP..1.46 acres with 2 BR home and a really nice30’X36’ finished shop building. $115,000. #707863 MOUNT VERNON RAMBLER..3 BR, 2.25 BA w/family/ living rms, located on quiet cul-de-sac. Spacious floor plan, stone f/place, all appl incl. Attached 2 car garage. $232,000. #702146 NOOKACHAMP HILLS..gorgeous views, 5 BR, 3 BA like new condition. Spacious master ste, vaulted ceiling, living room w/3 sided gas f/p, walk in pantry, media room & covered patio. $419,950. #659735

HOSTED BY JAN SCALLY 3 BR, 2.75 BA, 3100+ sf .Great views, bonus room, multi-level decks & large lot. $389,950. #636507

OPEN HOUSE SAT. NOV. 1, 12-2 16962 SARGEANT LN, MV

SAMISH ISLAND..one level, 3 BR, 1.75 BA, over 2700 sf., natural light, kitchen w/ oak cabinets, breakfast rm surrounded by windows. Private backyard. $335,000. #459127 HEAVILY WOODED..20 acres at top of hill. Was logged about 20 yrs ago & will be ready to harvest again in 15 to 20 years. $79,500. #600899

Jan Scally Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman

HOSTED BY SHELAH INMAN BAYVIEW RIDGE, one level,day light basement, 3 BR, 3 BA,many upgrades. $319,950 #702055

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nderwater on your mortgage? Own a home that’s often left vacant? Looking to convert your property into an extra revenue stream?

You may want to consider renting out your residence to a short- or long-term tenant.

But be aware that the business of being a landlord can be a lot more complicated than you bargained for.

Whether it’s a singlefamily home, condominium unit, townhouse or other type of abode, the right rent-subsidized real estate can produce impressive returns in the currently competitive rental market, provided you do your homework.

“The rental market in most areas of the United States is very tight, which

means it’s very easy to rent a house right now.

If you can create positive cash flow with your rental property – meaning the expenses, including mortgage, are less than the rent coming in – rental properties are a great investment,” says Mark Ferguson, a realtor in Greeley, Colorado. “The tenant will help pay down your mortgage, and rents and values will continue to rise while fixed-rate mortgage payments stay the same.”

Ferguson says the properties that typically make the best rentals in his area are middle-income, singlefamily homes, although every market has different lease rates and home values.

“Median-income communities seem to have the best success rate due

to decent rent values and no shortage of tenants,” says Ronald R. Palmer, Jr., co-founder of a rental company in Utica, Ohio.

“Low-income areas tend to have a higher tenant turnover rate, which will many times lead to higher vacancy percentages. Highincome areas obviously bring higher rent values, but tend to have a much smaller pool of tenants to choose from.”

The best candidates to become landlords, meanwhile, are those that pay close attention to details, keep great records, and aren’t afraid to manage tenant problems quickly and effectively.

“That means someone who is organized, open to putting systems in place and ideally has a good emergency fund

for the property to cover unexpected issues and vacancies,” says Michael Tempel, president of a real estate services company in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, who has managed six apartment communities and single-family homes throughout the state for more than 18 years.

Still think you’ve got the right stuff to be a rent collector? Be prepared for some hard work and diligent preparations, including the following: • Check with your local municipality to ensure that leasing your property is allowed in your area, comply with any applicable laws/ordinances, and apply for a rental license and inspection, if required.

• Contact your property insurance company to

In your case – and you are not alone – what you have is an exploding HELOC. TransUnion estimates that HELOCs worth as much as $79 billion will end in the next few years and have an “elevated risk of default.” Like many HELOC borrowers you found that when home values went down the lender claimed the right to limit or end withdrawals. You now have a balance and can no longer take out money. The In 2006, just before the market collapsed, we got a $100,000 home equity line of credit. The lender cut off question is: How do you pay off the debt and avoid foreclosure? our ability to borrow against the line a few years later You need to contact your lender for specifics, but but not before we had taken out about $80,000. We’ve been making payments, but there has to come a point let’s make some assumptions and say that your loan has a 10-year draw period and a 5-year pay-down where the balance will be due, and we don’t have it. period. You now have $80,000 outstanding, and on What can we do to avoid foreclosure? an interest-only basis at 6 percent you’re paying $400 a month to keep the loan current.

If you still owe $80,000 once the payback period In general terms a home equity line of credit begins and the interest rate is still 6 percent your has two phases: a “draw” period and a “pay-down” monthly payment will jump to $1,547. Of course, if period. During the draw period you can take out the interest rate is higher then the payment will be money and often make only minimal monthly that much larger. payments, say interest-only. In the pay-down period Here are some steps to take: you can no longer make withdrawals; instead the First, begin now to pay $1,500 a month. This will lender looks at the balance and calculates a monthly lower your debt by the time the payback period payment that equals enough to pay back the debt starts and pay down some of the outstanding and interest. principal.Adding $1,100 a month to your payment

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make sure you will have the proper coverage in place for lease tenants.

• Clean, paint, and update the residence with modern, low-maintenance appliances, features and amenities.

• Equip your rental property with necessary smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, dead bolt locks and other safety features that local laws may require.

• Conduct criminal background and credit checks on prospective renters.

• Work with a real estate attorney to create a carefully worded lease agreement/contract that complies with local laws, clearly states what is/ is not included, details tenant responsibilities, and stipulates that a damage deposit is required.

“Add clauses to the lease that protect you and your property,” Ferguson says.

“For example, indicate that the tenant will pay $750 if they smoke in the house, have a pet in the house, get caught breaking the law, or make alterations to the property without permission. And state the exact late fees and when rent is considered late.”

Ready to rent out? To market your rental property, consider publicizing via sites like Craigslist, Zillow, Trulia, and local newspaper classifieds and website.

If you’re only seeking a short-term or seasonal/ vacationing tenant, explore services like Airbnb, HomeAway, FlipKey and VRBO.

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may be impossible, so you need to look for alternatives. If the value of your home has increased, if you have sufficient equity, you may be able to refinance at today’s rates, about 4 percent as of this writing.

Second, if the value of your house has declined then there will be insufficient equity to refinance the debt. You need to ask the lender if the debt can be modified, perhaps converted into a fixed-rate loan at today’s rates with a 30-year term. At 4 percent the monthly payment for the loan will be $382.

You might get modification help with the government’s Making Home Affordable program, specifically its Second Lien Modification Program.

Because there are various conditions and restrictions, you really want to look into this alternative now, today, before the payback period begins and while the program still is available.

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Burl. view townhome, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ ba, family room, gas, W/D hookup, garage, 1,550 sq. ft. $1295. 1115 Hillcrest Dr. Avail. now. 425-7730573 or 360-466-5680

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Guemes Island home for sale, 1980 singlewide mobile home, 2 bdrm, 1 ba, in quiet peaceful neighborhood with access to 3 beaches and boat launch.

Price reduced to $89,000.

Can email pictures. 360391-2156

OPEN HOUSE

Sat. & Sun. Nov. 1st & 2nd 12-3PM

2701 River Vista Loop Mount Vernon $349,000 From I-5 take College Way Exit, go east 2 miles, left on LaVenture, follow to North Hill on the left.

Gorgeous 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath home, large open floor plan, huge rec room & valley view!! MLS#613062 Preview Properties Skagit Courtney Moore 425-640-5709

OPEN HOUSE Sat. Nov. 1st, 10-12pm 431 Sioux Drive Mount Vernon $344,900

Terrific 1 level home in great neighborhood. Open kitchen w/eating space huge family rm with vaulted ceilings & skylights, oak & cherry floors throughout. 2 frplcs in living areas plus 1 in master bdrm. Stereo surround system throughout home. Huge back deck for entertaining & play w/2 story playhouse, fenced yard, dog run & 3 heated dog houses. Something for everyone! Wonderful home!

MLS # 696241 Call Donna Rowell 360-708-7984 WRE/Skagit Valley

OPEN HOUSE Sun., Nov. 2, 1 to 3pm Views! Views! Views!

Come take a look at this wonderful 3100+ square foot home with gorgeous panoramic views of valley and mountains! Beautiful hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, central vacuum.

Great kitchen - double oven, gas cooktop. Master bedroom with jetted tub, granite counter tops and walk in closet! Spacious bonus room great for entertaining. Large fenced back yard, multi-level decks.

MLS # 636507. $389,950.

Call Jan Scally @ 360.421.5160.

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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.

WATERFRONT

Buildable waterfront and waterfront access lots in partially wooded rural setting on the Skagit River. ½ acre to 1 acre. With power, phone, TV and PUD water at each lot. Above the flood plain. No mobile homes.

Terms available. A good selection for sale by private party. Prices vary depending on lot. Call George at 360-391-1470.

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DESIRABLE MT VERNON HILL HOME Open House Saturday, Nov. 1, 12-3 417 S 29th Pl., Mt Vernon Wide open 1800 sq ft + home w/dining, living, & family rm. Vaulted ceilings & 3 oversized beds make this home perfect. Master ste w/3 closets - one walkin & master ba w/walk-in shower. Gas frplc & A/C. Impeccable cond. w/newer floors, applcs, & front loader w/d. On a quiet dead end street & walking distance to Haggen. Lrg fully fenced lot w/fruit trees, dog run, & gated RV parking.

2204 35th Court, Anacortes

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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.

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Solid rambler with spacious rooms thru out. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, great room, formal living with beautiful stone fireplace.

Kitchen includes appliances, lots of cabinets, snack bar and new laminate flooring. Attached 2 car garage, extra parking, mature landscaping and located on cul-de-sac. MLS #702146.

Hosted by Jan Scally 360-421-5160 Brown-McMillen Real Estate

16+acres, 3 Bdrm, 1.5 Ba, unfinished basement.

55'×30' shop, approx. 700' creek frontage along westerly property line – doesn't flood, 4 lot subdivision with water rights (in process), 502 possible. $289,000.

360-770-2989 rbjohnsonenterp@aol.com

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

Samish Island WATERFRONT

10529 Samish Is. Rd. $595,000.

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

Don’t Shell Out a Lot of Cash; Use the Classifieds.

Smart shoppers know about the bargains hidden within the Classified pages. In the Classifieds, you can track down deals on everything from tickets to trailers.

It’s easy to place an ad or find the items you want, and it’s used by hundreds of area shoppers every day.

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4725 MONTE VISTA PLACE, MOUNT VERNON $385,000 Imagine yourself in this beautiful 2 story home- quiet neighborhood, gorgeous tiered landscaping with fruit trees & flowering bushes, large bi-level deck, separate patio. Home features brand new hardwood floors & carpet, vaulted ceiling, sunken LR, granite counters, new kitchen lighting, private balcony off Master.

Sale includes all stainless steel Kenmore Elite appliances, sideby-side front loading stainless LG washer/dryer, & wall mounted Shirley Bertholf 42” flat screen TV/stereo system. 360-840-1863 MLS# 706814

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, NOV. 1, 10AM1PM & SUNDAY, NOV. 2, 1  4 PM 23191 STATE ROUTE 9,LAKE MCMURRAY

$469,900 3815 RIDGE WY, MOUNT VERNON

$365,000

17603 S. SKYRIDGE, MOUNT VERNON

$429,000 W NE

Custom built view home in gorgeous Skyridge community. Views of Valley, Puget Sound, San Juan Islands & more!

Elva Hunter Spacious rooms throughout w/abundant 360-202-3086 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. MLS# 706609

1606 ALPINE CREST LP #C, MOUNT VERNON

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Newer, well maintained modular home on acreage. Large Master bedroom with walkin closet and en suite with soaker tub. Has two additional rooms that could be used as bedrooms, office or other work areas. Home has a walk through laundry room with utility sink. Roughly three acres of land cleared and most of the rest could be. Close to all amenities.

Danya Wolf MLS# 684195 360-708-8294

10+ ACRES $278,000 1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

$429,000

4900 MONARCH BLVD, MOUNT VERNON

$242,000

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Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is located on a very quiet cul-de-sac.

Features a nicely updated kitchen with 75 feet of Lake McMurray waterfront.

3426 square feet, vaulted ceilings, formal Danya Wolf Corian countertops, maple cabinets and living and dining rooms, large kitchen with 360-708-8294 hardwood flooring. Home is on a rare Russ Lanker stunning view. Daylight basement offers kitchenette and .40 acre lot in town with territorial views. 360-708-1117 office/library; could easily be separate living area for guests. Entertain on the large deck or just relax in the hot tub! Mature and tasteful landscaping. MLS# 672971 MLS# 628057

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HEAVEN ON EARTH! Price significantly reduced! Beautiful, peaceful setting. Imagine waking up each morning to spectacular views of Sauk Mountain, the Cascades, Skagit Shirley Bertholf River & the valley below... your own 360-840-1863 little piece of “heaven on earth!” Perfect for anyone who loves the gorgeous beauty of the great Pacific Northwest. Enjoy privacy in a park-like atmosphere w/panoramic views. Close to town. Close to Everett & Shannon Lakes for fishing. MLS # 175569

17706 RAY PAUL LANE, LA CONNER

Beautiful Low Bank Waterfront lot. Spectacular sunsets and views of the Straits of Georgia and White Rock. Great crabbing and Suzanne Jenkins clamming. Just the place for your 360-941-2983 dream home on Semiahmoo Bay. MLS# 623468

$83,900 16856 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON $289,000

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Completely remodeled cabin with beautiful mahogany deck. Suzanne Jenkins Marble countertop. Slate tile and 360-941-2983 hardwood floors. 12x12 newer outbuilding plus 10x10 outbuilding. $7000 lease. 50ft waterfront.

MLS# 632639

Spacious, circular drive to patio, Elva Hunter level entry. Quality built & designed 360-202-3086 w/ vaulted ceilings, covered deck. Main master w/ dbl closet/BA & 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

2688 sq. ft. 3 bdrm, 2.5 Ba home on a corner lot. Upscale neighborhood Sandy Everett w/ trails, sidewalks & play areas in a 360-202-3706 planned development. Everything is close by. Utility room (washer dryer included) & full baths upstairs; bonus room w/ gas fireplace on main floor. Kitchen w/ all stainless appliances w/ a pantry. Double garage MLS #668766

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$299,000 XXX STATE ROUTE 9, BIG LAKE

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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 appliances, eating John Hunter 360-202-3854 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

$95,000 1601 N WAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON

$ 438,900 1 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON

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Spectacular lake view and stunning sunsets seen from this lot, located on the east (sunny) side of the lake!

Property is in an area of beautiful Sandy Everett homes and is located directly north 360-202-3706 of Big Lake Bar & Grill parking lot.

Buyer to verify square footage and utility availability.

MLS# 670146

NEW PRICE! Two four-plex tracts for $150,000 each and one five-plex tract Danya Wolf for $175,000.00 Building permit ready for thirteen (13) 360-708-8294 units. Or,administrative conditional use potential for professional/medical offices. All utilities; includes off-site, fenced storm retention pond. (City sewer,garbage,and drainage district). MLS# 678254

2930 ARAPAHO PL., MOUNT VERNON

1801 N 32 PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

$232,000

$30,000

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NEW PRICE! Located just outside the Mount Vernon City limits, this wooded 1 acre plus lot could be a building site for a stick Danya Wolf built, modular, or manufactured 360-708-8294 home, with plenty of room. Tract has been surveyed (LeGro and Associates) and wetlands have been delineated (Oscar Graham and Pat Bunting).

1.27 acres With $10,000.00 down, sellers will consider contract. MLS# 678260

$199,900 1412 S. 27TH STREET, MOUNT VERNON

$179,900

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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 360-391-0746 at the living room on the main floor. Large finished recreation room with storage at the basement. MLS# 622887

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

Spacious 3 bedroom manufactured home with bonus room next to garage, great for guests or could be used as another bedroom. Skylights have blinds. Large covered patio, Suzanne Jenkins fruit trees and garden space. Mature 360-941-2983 landscaping. MLS# 695792

Lovingly cared for rambler with many custom added features: ceramic tile Danya Wolf and laminate; stainless steel kitchen 360-708-8294 range and dishwasher (other appliances go with seller).

Warm and welcoming! Light and airy! Fenced yard is large with nice decking. MLS# 700579

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

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