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320 S Burlington Blvd • Burlington www.SkagitValleyRealEstate.com (360) 755-9494 • (800) 775-0153 W NE

Sedro-Woolley

$149,950

Well built rambler. Like-new condition. 2 BR 1 BA. Efficient kitchen w/ maple cabinets. All appliances included. Detached garage.

MLS# 541902 Call Ron, 333-1045

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$179,500

Low maintenance home and yard with bay and mountain views. Shelter Bay Community with amenities. 2 BR, 2 BA. 1340 sq. ft. Large deck.

MLS #546068 Call Jim, 708-1681

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Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

La Conner

$239,900

Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Samish Island

$259,000

Undivided ownership in 232 ft. of no bank waterfront. Dock & Boat launch. 3 car garage w/ electricity, power, septic, cable & phone.

Views of Mt. Baker & Chuckanut Mtn. Private financing available. MLS # 472861 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Mount Vernon

$395,000

Large private lot with circular driveway. 2 BR with possible 3 BR, 2.5 BA. 2685 sq. ft.

Several upgrades. Open floor plan. Attached 2 car garage. MLS #542668 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Burlington

$189,950

Wonderful location on quiet private road. 6.88 acres in a wooded setting. Nice front yard w/ garden and fruit trees. Great shop plus addl. outbuildings. MLS #537453

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Burl. home on huge 0.81 acre lot. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1952 sq. ft. Lg. newer deck with NW views.

Fam. rm. w/ built-in desk area. Attached 2 car garage, on dead end st. Walking distance to school, park, town. MLS# 556895 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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$209,000

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

Detached 1 car garage. MLS #490884 Call Debbie, 708-8780 D N LA NT CA A V

Burlington

$1,225,000

11 acres of potential commercial land, presently in crops. Easy I-5 access. Corner of Cook Road and Green Road. Owner financing available for qualified buyers. MLS #433908 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Allen 708-8780

$220,000

Meticulously cared-for rambler. 1852 sq. ft., 3 BR, 1.75 BA. On lg. fully fenced 0.28 acre lot. Newer siding, roof, windows, counters. Fully insulated 2 car garage, RV parking. No flood insurance required, per seller. MLS #558436

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LOOKING FOR REFI OPTIONS Question:

get the loan number and see if the debt is or is not actually owned by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Go to: http://1.usa.gov/H5IX74 Besides HARP, you can also try to qualify for HAMP, the Home Affordable I now have a conventional loan at 7 Modification Program. percent interest. The loan is not owned What steps should you take?

by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, so I wan to First, call the federal government’s refinance with HARP. Also, the property is homeowner assistance service at 888-995under water. My wife and I have been told 4673 and get specific advice. There is no we do not qualify for any refinancing. What charge for this counseling service and it runs would you recommend?

24 hours a day, every day.

Second, call your state attorney general. Last year, the states had a $25 Answer: billion settlement with a number of major A “conventional” loan is a mortgage that loan servicers. You may be eligible for meets the standards necessary to be sold to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac. Perhaps your assistance, or it may be possible that the state has a program to help borrowers in loan has not been sold to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac and is owned by an investor or your situation.

Third, in some areas, homes once under is in portfolio by the original lender. water now have positive equity.

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By Peter G. Miller

Home values in most markets have risen during the past year. The National Association of Realtors reported that existing home sale prices in March were 11.8 percent higher than in 2012.

“A strong rise in home values is contributing to housing wealth recovery, which has risen by $1.4 trillion in the past year and looks to top that increase this year,” said NAR’s chief economist, Lawrence Yun, in February.

With any luck, perhaps some of that additional housing wealth can help in your situation.

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360.757.6013 800.869.7084

NEAR KAYAK GOLF COURSE.. 13.77 acres in secluded setting. Opportunity knocks, just $74,500. #554649

LIKE NEW.. in Brl Senior Park, open flr plan in a small park close to all services. Lg tiled open kitchen, ovesized 2 car garage. $124,500. #534335

BUSINESS LOCATION.. 3.53 acres in Burlington zoned Industrial and priced at just $3.87 per square foot. $595,000. #480718

OPEN HOUSE SAT. OCT. 26TH 12-2PM Country Club Rambler, 4 PRIVATE SETTING.. nicely wooded BR,1700 sf shop. Hosted by Shelah 2.5 acre lot at end of paved cul-de- Inman.12897 Eagle Drive, Burlington sac, drilled well & conventional perc. $490,000. #473037 $89,900. #469524 WHAT A GEM!.. 3 BR, 1530 sf home at end of a cul-de-sac, wonderful location. Lovely family rm, nice kitchen, fruit trees & shop. Priced to sell. $215,000. #535259

4 PLUS ACRES.. Located between Burlington & Sedro-Woolley. Mostly pasture and priced at $25,000 less than assessed valuation. $75,000. #495493

END OF THE ROAD.. Gently sloping 3 15 ACRES.. excellent bldg site, great BR home on 9 acres, private setting location, minutes to freeway & B’ham. only 10 minutes from Mt. Vernon Shallow wells in area. Creek & valley $235,000. #520085 views. $180,000. #512840 WONDERFUL VIEWS..from this 20 acre wooded property with water & power OFFICE & WAREHOUSE..2.2 acres of available in front. $99,500. #330555 commercial property fronting Memorial Hwy. Several buildings w/7900 sf rental space. $495,000. #482676

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391-7561 202-2859 661-1500

3 BR, 3 BA RAMBLER.. updated in MTN & VALLEY VIEWS.. 5.24 ac, much desired area of Mt. Vernon. Lg 2500sf, 3 BR rambler w/bonus rm, lot, new roof. $239,500. #526959 attached garage + 60X32 shop/ garage w/1 BR, 3/4 BA, apt above.

REDUCED -SMALL BUSINESS?.. $525,000. #506862 perfect location, 1/2 block east of Burlington Blvd., lots of parking. LOVELY 2 STORY.. great condition, $119,500. #103783 living rm/vaulted ceiling, formal dining, beautiful kitchen. 4 BR, 2 BAh NEAR LAKE PADDEN.. Nice 3 BR, 2 & laundry. Appx 2562 sf. $310,000.

BA MFG home located in park within #552579 walking distance of Lk Padden. $69,500 #494657 RIDGEMONT NEIGHBORHOOD.. 3 BR, 1 3/4 BA, spacious living rm, adNICE 20 ACRES..fronts on access joining family rm w/wood f/place. On road with great mountain views. Has a cul-de-sac, close to schools & town. power & water available. $99,500. $289,000. #551945 #330544 CONVENIENCE STORE.. great lo83 ACRES..beautiful pasture land, cation at entrance to La Conner. some wooded areas. 3 BR, 2 BA mfg Owner retiring, priced for quick sale home, 2 shops, horse barn, hay loft. $399,500. #480821 Great for cattle ranch, equestrian use. $495,000. #284837

Tod LeHecka Terri Heyntsen Galen Kindred

333-1032 391-0938 770-7083

Jan Scally 421-5160 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Tim Reichert 391-5587

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LOVELY RITA.. excellent 2+ acre com’l site on corner of Rita & State Streets in heart of Sedro-Woolley.

SAMISH ISLAND.. one level, 3 BR. $149,500. #510180 1 3/4 BA, over 2700 sf., natural light, kitchen w/ oak cabinets, breakfast rm surrounded by windows. Private EDGE OF MT VERNON.. enjoy this 1/2 acre, 4 BR, 3 BA, 1 story home backyard. $335,000. #459127 with full daylight separate living area.

UP RIVER BEAUTY.. lg 3 BR home Lg 2 car shop w/200amp service. on 2.4 acres across the street from $429,500. #526039 the Skagit River in secluded setting. $169,500. #471496 EDISON CAFÉ.. busy café has been in ATTENTION CONTRACTORS.. small business for decades. Great location, warehouse bldg w/adjacent of- includes all equipment for turnkey fice space on it’s own lot in West Mt business. $174,500.#525364 Vernon. Great buy. JUST REDUCED!! $85,000. #482252 JUST REDUCED!.. Bacus Hill 20 seHORSE OWNERS DREAM.. 2 newer cluded acres, Wiseman Creek crosshomes on 2.75 acres. 50X60 all es corner of property. $100,000. purpose bldg w/dirt floor, blt for in- #297233 door arena. Main home 2 BR, 2BA, den,bonus rm, appx 1952 sf & more. $354,900. #530282

Shelah Inman Fritz Inman Holly Hilts

661-0145 661-0147 661-5538

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4710 PARKVIEW LANE, MOUNT VERNON Skagit Tradition Realty 3780 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360.424.0300 www.SkagitTraditionRealty.com

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• LOVELY CUSTOM RAMBER, 5 MOSTLY PASTURED ACRES W/ATTRACTIVE WHITE FENCING SURROUND • MAPLE CABINETS, 4 BRS, 3 BA, LG FAMILY RM • OFFICE + BONUS ROOM, 3+ CAR GARAGE

• UPGRADED, NEW KITCHEN, NEW LAMINATE FLOORS, NEWER “DESIGNER” PAINT! • 3 BD, 2.75 BA, FAMILY RM. & OFFICE, GAS HEAT, GAS FIREPLACE • LG. CUL DE SAC LOT W/ FENCED YD., WOODEN PLAYSET, FIREPIT, LG DECK.

• OUTSTANDING VALLEY/RIVER/MTN. VIEWS, 2 LG. VIEW BALCONY/DECKS • LG. “PICTURE” VIEW WINDOWS, MAIN HOUSE W/3 BD., BONUS RM., 3.5 BA. • PERMITTED “IN LAW” APART’MT W/2 BD., 1.75 BA., 4300+ S.F. & 3 CAR GAR. TOTAL!!

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• QUIET END OF CUL DE SAC, LG. LOT W/ RV & GUEST PARKING+ • 3 BR, 2 BA RAMBLER, OPEN GREAT ROOM W/ GAS FRPL. • PARK-LIKE PRIVATE YARD W/ HOT TUB, WATERFALL + 4-CAR SIZED GARAGE!

• NEW PRICE, ONE OF A KIND LOW BANK W/PRIVATE BOAT LAUNCH! • QUALITY PLUS BRICK BEAUTY W/3 BD., 2 BA., HUGE FAM. RM. , LG. BONUS RM. • 4,000+ S.F. +1,000 UNF. BAS’MT, BRICK DUPLEX., BRICK GUEST HOUSE & MORE!

• “LOG” CONST. RANCH W/FULL DAYLIGHT BASEMENT, 3000 SQ. FT. • 4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, EXTRA BONUS RM., FAMILY RM. + OFFICE • LOVELY HARDWOOD FLOORS, GRANITE/MAPLE KITCHEN, HUGE DECKS!

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Beautiful Craftsman 4 BR, 2.5 BA home with spacious main floor living & bright finished lower level.

Kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, breakfast area, cozy great room with gas fireplace.

Large master suite with separate shower, garden tub, closets with built-ins. Downstairs has large family room, bedrooms, plus a full bath & private patio to garden.

3-car garage. Nature trails & park close by. In beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course community less than 10 mins. from I-5. MLS#489356

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• TUCKED AWAY IN THE TREES, VERY, VERY PRIVATE, END OF ST.! • SITS HIGH FOR MAXIUM PANORAMIC VALLEY & MTN. VIEWS, SOUTHERLY EXP. • CUSTOM 3 BD., 2.5 BA. CEDAR CONTEMP. W/FAM. RM., SUN ROOM, GAS HT., A/C!

• LARGE CORNER LOT, MATURE LANDSCAPING, NICE CEDAR DECK! • 4 BD., 1.75 BA., GAS HEAT, QUIET ST., CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN & SERVICES • GEAT NEW PRICE, PERFECT FOR USDA/FHA/VA BUYERS, DON’T DELAY!

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

$149,500

MLS#488948

Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299 George Herner 840-3743

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$79,900

MLS#514818

• Double lot • Lots of mature trees • Totally fenced • Large patio

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

MLS# 542689

• Dead end street • 3 BR 1 BA • Nice Lg kitchen • Garage, fenced yd

• Panoramic Views • Custom built 3 bdrm•Huge view deck•Heat pump/AC

$114,000 MLS#503412 • Peacful & quiet • ½ acre • Very private • 3 bdrm 2 bath

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• 55+ community • Double garage • Great rm. w/ fpl. • Stunning 3 bdrm

Mike Newman 708-1419 Rick Kiesser 770-1195 Ron Barker 425-501-2848 Samantha Johnson 661-3813 Sandi Hocking 708-1523

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RESIDENTIAL 2610 E SECTION ST, #2, MV

$43,000

Immaculate 2 bedroom, 1.75 bath home with open floor plan. Gas heat. Deck off master suite. Carport & storage shed. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #514393 N

4326 KIOWA DR., MV

$299,950

Cozy 4 bedroom, 2.25 bath home with office on a quiet dead-end street. Located in an established neighborhood with beautiful territorial views. Call Jake Koetje at 466-8045. #491237 20875 LAKE 16 RD, CONWAY

$299,950

Hard-to-find Lake 16 waterfront home; great yearround or vacation home. 1968 SF, 3 decks, private dock & hot tub. Photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #487355

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1012 JAMESON AVE, SDW

$129,850

Charming 3 bedroom home. Gas heat & wood fireplace in living room. Back yard with alley access. Eligible for USDA 0 down financing. Photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #554499 1419 DIGBY PL., #107, MV

$150,000

Cute 2 bedroom Maddox Creek condo in secure building with gated parking. Open kitchen & living area. In-unit laundry. Why rent when you can own?

Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #348813 1602 HORTON LN, MV

$229,900

Updated 4 bdrm home with new kitchen, stone gas fireplace. Fenced backyard with patio & play-set.

19’x24’shop with 12’ door & RV parking. More info & photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #503884 15673 FIR ISLAND RD, MV

$257,500

Super cute & clean 3 bedroom home on 1.44 acres on Fir Island. Home has been lifted above flood zone. All new flooring/paint. New roof 2009, new siding 2008. Views of Baker, Rainier, Olympics. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #525759 716 PYRAMID PEAK PL, MV

$339,000

Beautifully appointed home at the top of Maddox Creek. Gorgeous western views & level backyard.

2250+ SF with 3 bedrooms, plus den/office on the main floor. Master suite with 5 pc bath, views. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #459935

14106 AVON ALLEN RD, MV

$369,000

Very nice rambler & RV shop on just under a .5 acre. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2190 SF. Many upgrades, fenced back yard, fruit trees/bushes & nicely landscaped. Photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com.

Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #556323 16388 CULTUS CT, MV

$395,000

4 bedroom home on 5.45 wooded acres. Vaulted ceiling living room & main floor master. Deck & 3 car garage/workshop. Photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #489947 93 SAMISH PL., LAC

$399,950

Beautiful Shelter Bay view home! Quality finishes throughout. Trex deck to enjoy the sound, bridge, marina & mountain views. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #547947

$265,000

Stunning & completely updated rambler in the Skagit Highlands. Fully air conditioned. Top of the line SS appliances. Fully landscaped & fenced. Call Rita Ingram at 708-8338. #530303

5798 CEDAR DR, BOW $699,500 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, OCT. 26, 12:00-2:00 Beautiful 4,200 SF home on 5 acres. 3 bedrooms, 3.25 baths, open floor plan, fully finished daylight basement, large decks & patios perfect for entertaining. Call Jake Koetje at 466-8045. #530620

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$339,900

Eaglemont Golf Course Villa on the 14th green.

Light filled open design with tall ceilings. 2076 SF, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & 2 car garage with storage area. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #500714 1519 BRENTWOOD LN, MV

$339,900

Immaculate rambler with many extras. Large master & bath with jetted tub/shower. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths.

Stainless apps. Deck/patio & sun screened pergola.

Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #490125 8112 EMMANUEL LN, CNC

$359,900

BRING YOUR HORSES! 5 pastured acres surrounded by mountains & pasture. Ranch style home almost 2000 SF, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces.

Covered RV parking, barn & shop area. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #535997

1216 E. SECTION ST, MV

$440,000

Classic 1930 home on .38 acre on MV hill with 4+ bedrooms, 2.75 baths, wood floors & 3 fireplaces.

Kitchen with butcher block island. Master suite with updated bath. Wine cellar. Call Karen Beckner at 840-9455. #510935 1204 ALPINE VIEW DR, MV

$489,900

Extraordinary, super spacious residence, stately perched on a rare oversized beautiful oasis overlooking the 14th fairway in Eaglemont. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #548929 310 LILAC DR, MV

$549,000

Custom designed home by Cheney Architects located on 3 city lots with privacy & Mt Baker view.

4,000+ SF, 4.5 baths & family room/kitchen combo with French doors to deck. Beautiful mature landscaping. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #490028

$84,900

Samish Island lot with view of the south sound.

The .62 acre lot sits back off the road. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #389280 $129,000

Level 3.29 acres of farmland. Perfect new home site. View of Mt Baker. Public water, power & a 1000 gallon septic on property. Call Alice Hanson at 7708791. #322893 NHN ERSHIG RD., BOW

4806 NEW WOODS PL, MV

$38,900

Building lot in Skagit View Village. .91 acre, level & lightly treed. Water & power available. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #329347

16457 DIKE RD., MV

$199,990

Charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath historical home on quiet street. Wood floors, wainscoting, crown molding & inviting front porch. Call Jamie Yantis at 540-5264. #536169 824 GREENLEAF AVE, BRL

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Complete remodel on this adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Beautiful cabinets in kitchen, gas fireplace in living room. More photos & info at HYPERLINK “http://www.SkagitValleyHomes.com” www.SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #546482 319 TALCOTT ST, SDW

$319,000

3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1 acre in gated community. High-end touches thru-out. 1700+ SF of garage/shop/hobby space. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #486117

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$129,000

Great setting for your dream home. 1 acre site in Bow. Level lot with soils analysis on file with wells in area that average 50-60 ft. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #359539 7657 SONGBIRD LN, CUSTER

$210,000

Wonderful 2.5 acre homesite in Hawthorne Meadows Country Estates. Mountain views, water meter & 3 bedroom septic installed. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #392630 15557 FLINN ROAD, BOW

$229,000

10.5 acres above Blanchard with views of Puget Sound. Site plan complete. Creek on property. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #402925 0 DIGBY PL., MV

$270,000

2 parcels approved for a 5-plex & tri-plex zero lotline view townhomes. All utilities including, power, water, sewer, stormwater & natural gas are stubbed in. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #450239 LOT 1 & 3, ERSHIG RD, BOW

$325,000

14.21 acres with a 1 acre plateau to build your dream home with views of Mt. Erie. Drilled well.

Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #359797

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RESIDENTIAL 3517 W 2ND ST, ANA

$529,900

Beautiful Channel View home featuring 4 bdrms/3 baths/3100sqft. Open designed main-level living.

Caroline Baumann 360-202-7327 MLS#529973 776 SHELTER BAY DR, LC

10 SINCLAIR ISLAND, ANA

$575,000

Extraordinary hand-crafted beach cabin. Features granite bath & counters, solar system with (2) 3000 watt Outback inverters, well house w/ guest bdrm, woodshed, sandy beach, & stunning San Juan views. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#407914 4603 S SHORE DR, ANA

$598,000

Elegant 9.5 acre estate w/ wonderful Guemes Channel views. 2895 SF & 3bd 2.5ba. Features large kitchen, formal dining rm, Master suite w/ walk-in closet & bath. 2-car garage w/ 3-car detached.

Mature landscape & easy walk to beach. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#230532

$167,000

Main level living w/ open floor plan, pine floors, & peek view of water. Kitchen is cook’s delight w/ maple cabinets & island eating bar. Downstairs doubles as MIL studio w/ kitchen, bath, & outside entry. Shelter Bay amenities include golf, tennis, swim, beach, parks & marina. Moorage avail. Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 MLS#482433 12 REED BAY RD, DECATUR

$199,500

Like-new, charming cabin w/ designer finishes, fun porch, bunkhouse and large sunny lot w/easy access to private dock, beach, and airstrip. Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 MLS#481331 8657 TURNERS BAY PLACE, ANA

$1,298,000

Extraordinary Similk Bay waterfront on 10 acres.

Contemporary meets elegance w/ vaulted ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, gourmet kitchen, granite, maple cabinets, & master suite w/ private deck.

Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#387092

2202 10TH ST, ANA

$1,500,000

XXX HEART LAKE RD, ANA

Amazing 7.81 acre property beside Anacortes Forest Lands, yet still close to city limits. Enjoy Forest Land trails near Heart Lake, great for fishing. Mostly level, w/ large clearing and gently rolling hills.

Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#330948

3bd 2.5ba view home on beautiful 1/3 acre w/ formal living room, vaulted ceilings, large kitchen, master suite, fresh paint & new carpet. Mature landscaping plus RV parking. Debbie Macy 360-3912422 MLS#492653

Beautiful cleared Skyline lot w/ island & Olympic Mtn views. Amenities include Tugboat Park, Clubhouse, & beach access. Minutes to ‘Old Town’ Anacortes, shops, galleries, & restaurants. Becky Strickland 360-770-0197 MLS#466195

Charming beach living in 3bd 3ba Island House!

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

Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929 MLS#497826

Nice affordable lot w/view of Similk Beach. Ready to build on, utilities close by. Near golf course and beach for crabbing or clamming. Kathy Rogers 360941-4400 MLS#535932 $50,000 LOTS 39-41 HOLIDAY BLVD, ANA Large park-like lot on SE side of Guemes Island.

1.5 miles from ferry dock & Anderson Store. Beach rights w/ 3 coves. Water share and hook-up w/ Holiday Hideaway Water available to buy. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#539383

11649 ROCKY RD, ANA

$379,000

4607 SCHOONER DR, ANA

$445,000

VACANT LAND

38 LOT HIGHLAND DR, ANA

13525 MASHIE ST, ANA

117 WISHKAH, CENTER ISLAND

14195 ROSARIO RD, ANA

$599,000

Charming rustic 3bd 3.75ba view home on 1.71 acres. MIL apt dwnstrs, & 2 Master bdrms. Property also features add’l 2bd home for rental or 40’x40’ shop. Bill Robillard 360-770-4707 MLS#434451 11923 SUNRISE PLATEAU DR, ANA

$674,900

Custom NW contemporary on 1.5 acres in Fidalgo Bay Estates w/ Koi pond, waterfall, & Mt Baker views. Open design, stained concrete flrs, & radiant heat. Main-level living w/ huge master suite, plus oversized garage w/ shop space. Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155 MLS #431768 2019 29TH PLACE, ANA

$449,950

$1,325,000

Distinctive Old Town house, pre-1900, restored w/ modern conveniences while retaining original charm. 3bd 2.5ba has delightful kitchen, classic dining rm, dueling master suites, double car garage, white picket fence. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#537504

4213 CEDARCREST LANE, ANA

NHN HOLIDAY BLVD, ANA

$569,000

Beautiful custom home with fabulous SW views of Islands. 4500 SF, 3bd 3.5ba. Well maintained & well appointed. Fully landscaped. Priced at assessed value! Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929 MLS#528534

$60,000

$65,000

$218,000

Beautiful large view lot on west Guemes Island w/ stunning views of Cypress Island & Bham Channel.

Land is cleared & gently sloping. Power at property, water hookup w/ Potlatch Community Water. Two accesses to West Beach. Margi Houghton 360-2020041 MLS#448697

3bd 4ba w/ million dollar views of Guemes, Anacortes, Mt Baker & Canadian Mtns. Features chefs kitchen, wet bar, theatre room, patio, balconies, 4-car + add’l 2-car garage, and more. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#454593

1802 HIGHLAND DR, ANA

$184,000

Large cleared building site w/ partial water view.

Driveway in, septic installed, water hookup paid.

Amenities include dock, year-round caretakers, clubhouse, private airstrip, crabbing & fishing. 30 min water taxi to Anacortes. Sarah Jones 360-3332783 MLS#372314 5058 TOTEM TRAIL, ANA

$535,000

Wonderful new construction opportunity w/ Mt Baker & Fidalgo Bay views. 4bd 3ba NW Contemporary w/ 3-car garage. Interior finishes will be high quality hardwood, stone, & tile; heated walk-in shower, SS appliances. Some customization still possible. Paul Weisz 360-391-7281 MLS#537464 1305 9TH ST, ANA

www.AnacortesRealEstate.com 3802 V AVE, ANA

$298,000

1920 Tudor-style brick home overlooking Guemes Channel. Features 4bd 3.5ba, hardwood floors, wood-paneled study, views from almost every room. 37,570 SF lot includes 204 ft. building site.

John Prosser 360-202-3891 MLS#540524

$214,000

171 ft of incredible high-bank waterfront property on Guemes Island. 36,000+ SF of unbeatable Anacortes and San Juan Island views. Large level building site w/ access to Cook’s Cove beach. Owner financing available. Water share included. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#535395 11800 MCCORKLE PLACE, ANA

$107,000

Pretty ½ acre lot w/ Alexander Beach access in private area of lovely homes. Set w/ madronas, cedars and fir trees; slopes gently to west w/ small water view. Water, power, gas, & phone in street. Boat launching and moorage at Biz Point. Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 MLS#359542

$1,090,000

Spectacular Olympic Mtn, San Juan, & Burrows Bay views from serene, 12-acre gated property. Underground power & water utilities; private beach access & boat moorage included. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#465046 2 HILINE LANE, ANA

$148,000

Private, wooded 2.5 acre parcel off Whistle Lk Rd with cleared level building site overlooking forested creek. City water and power stubbed to property with three extra conduits. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422 MLS#392443 1401 DAKOTA AVE, ANA

$150,000

Building lot with San Juan views close to town, WA Park & ferries. All utilities in, ready for your dream home. William Robillard 360-770-4707 MLS#29101398

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Washington Realtors reject Initiative 517 OLYMPIA, Wash. - Initiative 517 would infringe on the rights of property owners and businesses, according to the Washington Association of REALTORS®, who announced today that the large trade organization strongly opposes the measure on the ballot this fall. Initiative 517 would lengthen the amount of time initiative organizers have to gather signatures and would require access to public buildings and certain areas of private property for signature gatherers to solicit signatures.

"While we respect the initiative process, as an organization that champions private property rights as well as the health and recovery of small businesses we have major concerns with I-517," said Michael Schoonover, a commercial real estate broker and the 2013 Vice President, Government Affairs for the Washington Realtors, "I-517 would impede and interfere with both.”

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Low Appraisals on the Rise

More Real Estate Agents are Reporting Deals That Stall Due to Low Appraisals A homebuyer may have to put several houses under contract before actually closing on one. Welcome to the new housing market, where contract price and appraised value do not always match.

Low appraised values are causing many deals to falter, according to a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors.

“In the past week, I haven’t talked to a single agent or buyer who hasn’t lost a house or two over an appraisal,” says Debbie Deeb, a St. Petersburg, Fla., agent at Prudential Tropical Realty. She says in her 20 years of experience, this is the most out of sync she has ever witnessed the market.

Potential Causes “There are a bunch of outside influences that affect the appraisal business to the detriment of the buyers and sellers,” says Frank Gregoire, former chairman of the National Association of Realtors appraisal committee.

For one, appraisers are being asked to work faster for less money.

Gregoire says the appraisers he knows who had been in the business for 15 to 20 years are no longer working in the mortgage loan business, because it’s not very lucrative. Buyers are typically charged $350 to $400 for an appraisal, and the appraiser is paid a percentage of that.

Deeb says she believes this disparity is a result of housing industry reform measures that led to Home Valuation Code of Conduct, which is meant to prevent lenders from pressuring appraisers to meet contract price.

Also, appraisal management companies have cornered the appraisal market. These third-party firms are hired by the banks to assign random appraisers for each mortgage application that becomes a contract.

Varying Effects Inexperienced appraisers may sometimes overlook the unique features that compel buyers to make an offer.

For instance, many appraisers do not take views into consideration. They may overlook a basement bedroom, original millwork, luxury window treatments, imported tile, custom lighting or energyefficient insulation, to name a few. “There’s value in all those things,” says Leon Sarkisian, a real estate agent with Prudential Tropical Realty in Seminole, Fla., and these are all factors that a buyer would October 25, 2013

use to decide between one property or another.

If a buyer is using FHA financing and the appraisal comes in below contract price, the appraisal sticks to the property for six months and the seller might choose to take the home off the market.

Points of Contention Real estate industry experts disagree about both the causes and effects of low appraisals — and if they are having much effect at all.

“If someone is putting enough money down, frequently, it’s not a problem,” says Alice Palmisano, a certified appraiser in New York City. “Appraisers do not have the power to totally retard the market recovery.”

Still, while 65 percent of realtors surveyed by the association reported no contract problems related to appraisals, 11 percent said a contract was cancelled because the appraisal came in too low, another nine percent said the contract was delayed and 15 percent said they renegotiated the deal.

Walter Molony, economic issues media manager at the National Association of Realtors, says that homes are sometimes selling below construction replacement cost. He believes low appraisals are not reflecting the market, because “market value is what a buyer and seller are willing to agree to.”

The Appraisal Institute disagrees. According to a statement titled, “Don’t Shoot the Messenger, Appraisers Not at Fault for Low Home Values,” the Chicago-based Appraisal Institute compared appraisers to mirrors reflecting the market.

“Buyers and sellers often have emotional value attached to a home or are unaware of the market,” reads the prepared statement. “They shouldn’t assume an appraisal is somehow wrong if it doesn’t match the listing or contract price. There’s no reason to assume the contract price is correct simply because it’s higher than the appraisal.”

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CLASSIFIEDS 1 bdrm. Safe & Quiet. 1 level, by Skagit Valley Hospital, 1013 S. 16th St. $695.

W/S/G pd. 360-652-6560 Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 Norris Place 757-3060 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd.

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

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, Sedro-Woolley/Prairie Road. Park like setting, owner pays for grounds maintenance. Spectacular mountain and territorial view, beautiful home. $1,500/month.

Go to www.rentalady.com for info and photos. The Rent Lady, call Julie, 360-941-1613.

Cute MV three bedroom, one bath, large fenced yard. $1100 first, last and $800 deposit. Drive by and call to see 1921 Mt. View, MV. 360-3914008, need references.

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823 N. 4th, Mount Vernon 360-424-3198 SEDRO-WOOLLEY 2 bdrm mobile in park, $745 +.

No pets. 360-661-0973

2 bdrm, 1 ba, S.W. wood stove, W/D, very clean. No pets/smoke. $750. 856-5411 2 bdrm, 1 ba, S.W. wood stove, W/D, very clean. No pets/smoke. $750. 856-5411 Deluxe S.W. 2 bdrm, D/W, W/D, storage. Remodeled.

700A Talcott. $800. Small short haired dog? 840-5728

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MV (2) 1 bdrm with partial river view, near hospital & college, both with new paint, carpet, linoleum, W/D, W/S/G pd. 2 car parking. Lots of windows. Large one on top floor with gas fireplace $695.

Smaller one secluded with yard $675. 360-853-8510 or 360-333-4857

Private RV pad in Best Rd. area, $450/mo., adjacent 15x30 garage for $150/mo.

Also 12x40 storage with 10x10 OH door, $200/mo.

Call 425-239-1020.

MOBILE HOME 1976 14x70 Hillcrest 3 bdrm, 1 ba. New stove, refrigerator, furnace and outside paint. In over 55 park in Mount Vernon. $12,000 firm. Leave message 360941-8488.

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ELK HABITAT. 72 acres near Lyman.

4 spectacular view lots with utilities. $750,000.

Call 360-826-3389

Will carry 60%-low interest Built in 1999 Effective age – 1 year On 14th Fairway 1700 sq. ft.

2 bdrm, 2 ba 2 car attached garage Excellent condition Forced air heat Hardwood, vaulted ceilings Top of line fixtures MLS #452847

Working in the MV area for the winter? Own an RV? Call MV RV PARK (360) 428-8787 for a nice quiet place to stay!

BIG LAKE VIEW PLUS BIG SHOP Big 40 X 72 shop on lovely cleared 2.34 acres sloping gently upwards to give you a view. Low taxes and no realtor fees save you $$$.

Driveway in and graveled.

Clearspan bldg with two 12' doors-keep everything inside with excellent access. Owner asking $270K. Call 360-422-8907

1508 Alpine View Pl. Mount Vernon Open Saturdays 12-2pm $272,000

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1315 EAGLE RIDGE DR. MOUNT VERNON Rare condo in Eaglemont. 2 large beds and 2 bath.

Granite and cherry wood cabinets in kitchen, all appliances, two car garage, cathedral ceilings, gas fireplace, wood floors, five piece master bath. Built in 2004 and in impeccable condition.

Cory Kiehn 360-441-1760 Keller Williams

OPEN HOUSE Sat, October 26th 1-4pm

OPEN HOUSE SAT., OCT. 26, 12-2 5798 CEDAR DR, BOW $699,500

Beautiful approx. 4,200 SF home sits on 5 acres at the end of a dead end street on a well-manicured property.

This 3 bedroom, 3.25 bath home has an open floor plan, full finished daylight basement & is equipped with large decks and patios perfect for entertaining or watching the sun set over the peaking views of the bay. Come witness this peaceful & private home!

MLS# 530620 Call Jake Koetje (360)466-8045 WRE/Skagit Valley PINE CREEK Open House

3801 W. 12th Street Rockridge-Anacortes Open Saturdays 2-4 p.m. $672,000

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Spectacular Views 180 Degrees of Mtns, Straits, Sound & Channel 3100 sq ft...

4 Bdrms - 3 ½ Baths 2 level house Well Landscaped MLS# 449352 BRUCE FLANAGAN REAL ESTATE 360-298-4777

13164 Glenwood Mount Vernon Secluded cedar home on shy 4 acres w/shop. Heavy shingles & rough-cut cedar planking, natural 'millstone' foundation along with a metal roof make for a rustic, handsome and stout structure. Theme continues inside and must be seen to appreciate. Great soils for gardens, many fruit trees, and a wide variety of rhodies. $322,000.

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7 new homes OPEN for viewing!

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

Wednesday 11:00-2:00 Friday 11:00-2:00 Sunday 2:00-4:00 Or By Appointment Go to 3015 Pine Creek Dr. during Open House to view any of the homes! Or call Val Thomas Preview Properties at 360-333-0562 to set up an appt. From I-5, E. on College Way, N (left) on N. 30th, ¼ mi. to Pine Ck.

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3164 Chuckanut Drive Bow, WA 98232 Join us at this quaint cottage nestled in the midst of forest & bay, halfway between Seattle & Vancouver, BC on breathtaking Chuckanut Dr. Sweeping views of the San Juan Islands, Olympic Mtns & gorgeous sunsets...all of the from the southwesterly perched, wraparound deck! One of a kind retreat that incl. bay frontage & an abundance of opportunity and potential!

MLS#512260. $285,000.

Amber Soria Soria Real Estate (360) 969-4030

Warehouse space in Anacortes, 18' x 60', heat, power, secure. For lease or sale. Easy owner terms.

Move in today! Won't last.

360-319-7359.

REMODELED HOME, like new, $21,500. Over 55 park. Owner terms poss.

Call Dianne, Hendrickson Realty, 360-853-6092

Sacrifice $10,000 under appraisal.

FOR SALE BY OWNER This beautiful country home boasts over 2500 sq. ft. 4 bdrm, 2.75 bath, office, wood floors, gas fireplace, large entertainment deck, 3 car garage, 2 horse paddocks, fruit trees, on almost an acre. $360,000.

Owner/Agent.

360-840-0723

BUILD THIS HOME FOR $215,000 ON ONE FULL ACRE

Paved street, underground power, and street lights.

Out of the flood plain, trails through Rasar State Park to the Skagit River. Only 15 miles east of Sedro-Woolley. MLS 302216.

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 ReMax Valley Homes

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

Property is subdividable and can be turned into city building lots just on North edge of Sedro-Woolley city limits. Will hold owner contract with large down payment or large discount for cash! $245,000. Call 360336-8648 for details, leave message will call back as soon as possible.

FOR RESULTS Call Tim L. Good 360-708-3828

Samish Island WATERFRONT 10529 Samish Is. Rd. $675,000.

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

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

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

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23191 SR9, LAKE MCMURRAY $449,900 Custom 3 Bedroom with amazing views and park-like approach.

Vaulted ceilings, large kitchen and dining rooms. Dock, boat launch and 75 feet Lake McMurray frontage. Daylight basement offers kitchenette and office/ library; could be a separate living area for guests. 726 square foot garage and parking. MLS#440278 Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

LAKESIDE LUXURY 1508 LINDSAY LP., MOUNT VERNON

$215,000

1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

32540 COCKREHAM IS. RD., SEDRO-WOOLLEY $299,500

404/406 E. FAIRHAVEN AVE., BURLINGTON $445,000

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Turn-of-the-century updated farmhouse on 15.89 ac. Grows great hay & set up for horses & cattle. 97x80 barn & 2 outbuildings. View of Sauk Mt. Suzanne Jenkins Laminate flr. in kitchen, dining 360-941-2983 & living rms & tile in BA! Master on 1st floor.

Large dining rm. Newer roof. MLS#503238

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

$449,000 8038 FARM TO MARKET RD., MOUNT VERNON $399,995

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Beautiful Condo! 2 BR plus den. 2 BA, granite counter tops, vaulted ceilings, large tile master shower, great floorplan.

All on one floor w/ no steps. JoAnn Boudreau 2 car garage w/ auto opener. 360-391-0746 Must see. Mirror over fireplace & dining chandelier negotiable w/ sale. MLS# 394504

Spacious, circular drive to patio, level entry. Quality built & designed w/ vaulted ceilings, covered deck. Main master w/ dbl closet/BA & 2 BR/2 BA + Elva Hunter office. Down 2 BR/BA, lg fam. 360-202-3086 rm, could be MIL. Prof. landscaped. RV prkg.

Close to Golf, Medical, shy 1 ac. MLS# 524620

Farm home on level shy 12 acres.

Huge country kitchen w/ newer stainless appliances. Large mud rm/laundry room. Extra bonus playroom upstairs. Over 3200 sq Donna Kurras ft barn and machine shed with 360-770-7596 hay loft plus other outbuildings. Full RV hook up with electric and septic. MLS# 516696

1520 MEADOWLARK LN., MOUNT VERNON $349,000

19444 SILVER CR. DR., SEDRO-WOOLLEY

OERTEL DR., BLAINE

$397,000

$299,000

4500 sf. Spacious, striking custom design by Ladies Home Journal architectural editor. Many custom built-ins w/ each room generous size. 3 BR, 2 family rms + den Danya Wolf (could be xtra BRs). 2 natural 360-708-8294 gas log frpls. Expansive deck w/ views & 2.66 ac. fenced w/ small barn for horse. MLS# 425689

Secluded home w/ huge master walk-in closet, tiled bath, thermo masseur tub tucked in bay windows, 5’ shower w/ French drs.

Vaulted ceilings, skylights, Blaze Brett Tacker King woodstove. Custom kitchen, 360-840-7931 dlx propane range w/elect. oven. Solid 6-panel fir doors. Birch floor entry & dining. MLS# 530109

Beautiful low bank 53’ waterfront lot. Spectacular sunsets and views of the Straits of Georgia and White Rock.

Great crabbing and clamming. Suzanne Jenkins Just the place for your dream 360-941-2983 home on Semiahmoo Bay. MLS# 440315

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Fenced back yd & shed. RV prkg. MLS# 510723

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Located on a private .89 acre cleared lot, backed by trees.

New floor coverings & paint. The ground area around the home has been freshly graveled. MLS 369412 Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

13046 JANICKI RD., SEDRO WOOLLEY $168,000 Custom 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin on 1.72 acres on Clear Lake Hill. Open floorplan, skylights, vaulted ceiling, propane fireplace, updated, tiled kitchen and bath floors, jetted tub. Washer/dryer hookups. R.V. pad with utility hookups, garden spot, mature fruit trees and horseshoe pits. Private but only 15 minutes to Mount Vernon. MLS# 550105 Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

$189,900 16805 3RD AVE., LA CONNER

$599,000

Walk to beach, tennis court & picnic areas with ownership interest in beachfront, acreage 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full & amenities. Many updates and baths. The master suite features character. Covered front porch, Danya Wolf a full bath with jetted tub and powder room off entry, huge 360-708-8294 walk-in closet, easy access to backyard. Fully fenced yard. Jessie Cavazos living room with tremendous windows for Within walking distance to 360-770-5623 year-round views! Former living quarters in Burlington City Library, City Park, medical daylight basement. 2nd building lot possible. facility and Elementary School. MLS# 488111 MLS# 533461

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Recently redone, all appliances on site w/ W&D. New carpet/paint in all 3 BRs, living, dining & bonus Sandy Everett rm. Full size master BA. Other 2 360-202-3706 BR & 2nd BA at opposite end of home from master. Move-in ready w/ fenced yd & offstreet prkg. MLS# 532874

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Beautiful building lots.

John Hunter Elva Hunter Community offers 360-202-3854 360-202-3086 18 hole public course, new clubhouse w/ fabulous views, dining & fitness facilities.

Natural wetland & preserve, walking trails/ parks. Complete plans for beautiful homes negotiable or bring your own!

Heroes have been firefighters, police and military; program expanded to include educators, pastors and more. Tell us what you do for your community and let us say “Thank you”! Savings depend on final purchase or sale price of home. Homes for Heroes Affiliates have agreed to the following rebates /discounts, with HFH provider: Discounted Lender Fees; 25% of agents gross commission; $100 off home inspection; Discounted Title insurance fees . Call for details!

www.SkagitTraditionRealty.com Carol Harris NMLS#518858 Primelending Direct: 360.588.5431 Cell: 425.478.1638

Dayna Telidetzki Donna Kurras 360-708-8452 360-770-7596

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