Real Estate Weekly | October 3, 2014

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Q & A: ASK OUR BROKER P. 4

WHY SELL WHEN YOU CAN KEEP

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VALUE ON THE WATERFRONT P. 8

Contact Listing Agent for a Private Showing.

FEATURE HOME: 5204 Macbeth Dr., Anacortes Paul Weisz, Windermere Anacortes

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Why Sell When You Can Keep

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Value on the Waterfront

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Classifieds

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Burlington $244,950 New Craftsman Style 2 story home. Capturing the charm of yesteryear w/all benefits of new home. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1348 SF. Ground floor Master Suite. Unfinished living space above garage. Appr. for both office or studio apt. Lush new yard. MLS #678475 Call Ron, 333-1045

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Sedro-Woolley $154,950 Remodeled Craftsman in the Heart of S-W. 1216 SF, 2 lg. BR, 1.5 BA. Large living/dining area w/ gas insert. Country kitchen w/abundant storage.

Spacious main bath w/soaker tub. Laundry/mud room with ½ bath. Ready to enjoy! MLS #700912 Call Ron, 333-1045

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Sedro-Woolley $210,000 Well cared for home in nice SW neighborhood. Great floor plan with good size living rm. Nice master suite w/walk in closet. Lg. fenced in backyard. Gas heat and hot water add to home appeal. Come check it out today! MLS #699386 Call Ivana, 770-3550

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Mount Vernon $239,950 Fantastic home built by Max Liddell. Quality home has large living room. Family room w/ fireplace.

Large bedrooms and bathrooms. Freshly painted, new carpeting. This home is move-in ready.

Located on quiet cul-de-sac. MLS #699715 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Sedro-Woolley $149,950 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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Burlington $110,000 Cozy 2 BR condo in “The Cedars”. 55+ active adult community. Located on desirable wooded lot. Picture perfect w/privacy & mountain view.

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Burlington $229,000 Rambler home in desirable Burl. location. 4 BR, 2.25 BA. Spacious master suite w/full bath. Entry leads to back deck. Large open living room w/fireplace. Nice kitchen w/granite countertops & oak cabinets. MLS #699926 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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Sedro-Woolley $248,900 Manuf. Home on 4.04 acres. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1782 SF. Propane F.A. furnace, Ind. Well. Lg. open kit w/center island, lg. pantry. Detached barn for horses or critters. Nice fenced pasture land.

MLS #660393 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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Concrete $329,950 Extremely well maintained home. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1671 SF. Vaulted ceilings, skylights & gas FP in great rm.

Roomy kitchen w/eating bar. 35x52 shop w/.5 bath.

5 level and cleared acres. Beautiful mountain views!

MLS #629051 Call Debbie, 708-8780

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Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

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Burlington $1100/Month Plus $1100 security deposit. Minimum 12 month lease. Updated 2BR 2BA home. Fenced yard.

Includes washer & dryer on septic. No smoking & pet negotiable.

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Wonderful sound and mountain views This nice 2 bedroom home sits right on the beach and is ready for new owners

In Mount Vernon with huge fully fenced yard. Close to city park, schools & services. Large daylight basement. Poss 4th bedroom, laundry room & 1/2 bath. ‘’L’’ shaped living / dining room. Sunny kitchen w/solid oak cabinetry.

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!

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1975 sqft 3 bed 2 bath built in 2000. Pond with fruit trees and garden area. Heated 3200 sqft shop w/bath & office. 800sqft machine shed & animal shed. PUD water & private well. Gated entry.

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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$265,000

$239,500. #663643 “THE CEDARS IN BURL”., lovely 3 BR home w/lg ground floor mstr suite, spacious kitchen.

CHARMING SETTING.. 2 BR, 1 BA partially remodeled mobile on great view lot. Peaceful area incl. community pool & amenities. $69,000. #655790 UP RIVER HOME.. 960sf, 2 BR, 1 BA rambler, wood stove, deck & propane heat. Sub dividable 2.35 acre, greenhouse, fruit trees, room to grow. $145,000. #691376 STANWOOD CAMPSITE.. 3 acres in Stanwood, Nicely wooded with a stream running through it. $29,500. #688959

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READY FOR YOU!.. rare rambler for your first home!Great deck to a wonderful backyard, won’t last. $179,900. #641563 20 ACRES WITH VIEW.. Fronting on a gravel road with water & electricity available, bargain priced $79,500. #600682 CHARMING HISTORIC HOME.. gracious 4 BR home, formal living/dining rooms, lg library or office, newer kitchen, walk-in pantry. Gorgeous park-like grounds & gardens. Just listed. $349,900. #687685 2300 SF BOW HILL HOME.. on parked out 5.6 acres!

3 BR, 2.75BA, jetted tub, hrdw floors, murphy bed, appl. stay. Barn, sports ct., hot tub & gorgeous landscaping! $349,000. #635785 WATERFRONT HOME.. stunning architectural home on South facing low bank lot in Anacortes. Wonderful setting. $775,000. #588545 GREAT 8 ACRES… with cleared building site and nice year round stream. Just $184,500. #451428

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• Brick duplex • 2 bdrm 1 bth units • Great location • Double garage & shop

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AFFORDABLE 4BR, 2 1/2 BA & includes most appliances. Den or 4th BR on main floor. Dog run in fenced back yard, nice views of mtns. $189,900. #651379 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 DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH.. great fixer North of Burlington, on almost an acre. Lg 1900sf shop. Solid home, needs work. Close to town. NEW PRICE $100,000. #655807 GREAT STARTER.. one level, 4 BR, 1.75 BA w/lots of upgrades. Vinyl windows, Pergo floors, gas free standing stove, skylight, tile counters, newer comp roof, fully fenced. & more. $194,000. #681740 RECENTLY LOGGED.. comes with lifetime supply of firewood. 20 acres near Sedro-Woolley is a great buy. $59,500. #600894

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CUSTOM BUILT.. Skyridge home..4802sf 3 BR, 3.25 BA, one level, fully finished daylight basement. Ceramic flroos, beautiful kitchen. Lg living & formal dining rm. Lots of privacy. $499,000. #678806 FANTASTIC VIEWS.. hardwood floors,vaulted ceiling,f/ place, rec rm & bonus rm. Gas range, double oven, multilevel deck. $389,950. #636507

OPEN HOUSE SAT. 10/4 NOON-2PM HOSTED BY SHELAH INMAN 16962 SARGENT LANE, BURLINGTON $319,950. #702055 Bayview Ridge... New listing, sharp one level w/daylight basement & loads of upgrades.

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Rather than part ways with a property, many homeowners are becoming ‘intentional investors,’ building a real estate portfolio – and a revenue stream – in the process

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By Peter G. Miller

WHAT IS A ‘PROPERTY VALUATION? Question: We applied for a mortgage and got the loan. During the application process the lender sent us the appraisal and a “property valuation.” What is a property valuation and why did the lender send us a copy?

Answer: Francois (Frank) K. Gregoire, a former chairman of the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board and now an appraiser and Realtor based in St. Petersburg, says that under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act lenders must “provide borrowers with copies of all valuations considered in making the lending decision.”

The property appraisal plainly is a valuation used to make the lending decision. The “property valuation” is something different, but it could impact the lender’s decision to accept or decline a loan application so it should be shared with the borrower.

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is an automated review of both the property and the appraisal, an effort to see if the appraisal meets certain standards. For instance, is the appraiser licensed? Is the appraised fair market price within a certain range expected through an automatic valuation? Are any of the comps too old or too far away from the subject property?

After electronically reviewing the appraisal the property valuation creates a list of potential issues, items in the appraisal that the lender might want to review. Such items are not necessarily evidence of something “wrong” but most likely items just outside the bounds of what was expected.

Since all real estate is unique it follows that a few flagged items would not be surprising.

For more details speak with your lender. If you have received a one-page synopsis of the property valuation, ask for the entire report (if there is more).

You are likely to be amazed at the thoroughness of the review.

In one recent case the appraisal ran 27 pages and the property review – with far smaller pictures – was 22 pages in length.

At first they were dubbed as “accidental landlords.”

They being homeowners who never intended to rent out their properties, but in the housing bust, they couldn’t sell their homes. Rather than seek foreclosure, as others did, they waited out the tough times by finding people to help pay their mortgage.

As the housing market has improved, and rent continues to increase in many metropolitan areas, buyers are trying out the role of “intentional investors.”

They’re opting to build a real estate portfolio instead of sell their properties.

have already hectic full-time jobs that being an absentee landlord can be problematic,” says Michael Brier, a veteran certified public accountant in Burr Ridge, Illinois.

“It often takes more time and aggravation than they anticipate.”

Start by seeking advice from a financial planner, real estate attorney, property manager and/ or a certified public accountant with expertise in residential investments.

Many rules or regulations govern the success of a rental investment. For instance, Breier notes that it’s important to understand the IRS rules and regulations regarding passive “We’re seeing accidental landlords activity losses. migrate towards investors and see the value of having a property that “Often, the new-to-the-business can generate income for them,” landlord is under the impression says Lukas Krause, vice president that they will reap lucrative tax of operations at Real Property benefits starting right away,” Breier says. “This is not always the case Management in Salt Lake City. as the rules for deducting losses on real estate are very complex.”

But filling the shoes of a firsttime landlord is no easy task.

You also should check what your If you enter the job unprepared, current mortgage documents say you could lose money and deal with a real nightmare. Do yourself about the home becoming nonowner occupied. Some mortgages a favor, experts say, and spend time on research and preparation contain what is called a “due on sale or transfer clause,” Breier beforehand. With professional adds, which may be triggered guidance you can avoid many common mistakes that could cost when the owner converts the residence to rental. you time, money and stress.

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Ideally, a property-management company could takes care of all the chores and also screen your future tenants, so that you’re not inviting people with a serious criminal past into your home and neighborhood.

personal front, the ultimate goal is to select a strong and responsible tenant to protect an investment.

FEATURE HOME FROM COVER: 5204 MACBETH DR., ANACORTES Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes 3018 Commercial Ave. Anacortes, WA 360.293.8008 www.AnacortesRealEstate.com

“I have seen owners approach tenant selection more as a friendship,” he adds. “Unless A survey on landlord practices it is a personal acquaintance conducted by independent research renting the property, my consistent firm, found 21 percent of do-itrecommendation is to keep the yourself landlords sometimes or personal interactions limited.” never conducted background checks on their prospective tenants. Only When it comes to protecting your 44 percent conducted sex-offender personal investment as landlord, checks. nothing should be accidental.

Krause says DIY landlords don’t have the time or resources to screen tenants, which can lead to property damage, legal fees and more.

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Paul Weisz 360.391.7281

Beautiful custom home features views of islands, mountains, marina and the bay. Pride of ownership is evident throughout this meticulously maintained home, which features two main-level living suites with an open floor plan and great attention to detail. The lower level includes 2 more bedrooms, a large great room w/mini bar, an office and an additional bonus room. This home boasts plenty of storage, 3 fireplaces, and easy maintenance yard. Located in the Skyline neighborhood of Anacortes. MLS#696354

Krause adds that you need professionals to relieve the stress and interruptions that come with trying to manage a rental property.

Eliseo Arebalos, a broker and coowner of a real estate brokerage in Los Angeles, says hiring a property manager also helps the owner create distance.

“My goal is to get the owner in the mind set of the property now being an income generator versus their personal residence,” he says.

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www.WindermereSkagit.com RESIDENTIAL 41417 CENTER ST, CONCRETE

$105,000

4228 269TH PL. NE, ARL

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

820 N. 8TH ST, MV

$156,500

One level 2 bdrm, 1.75 bath, end unit condo. Vaulted ceilings, large windows, & spacious kitchen. Gas fireplace, private patio w/ garden space & a master suite w/ large walk-in closet. Plus an attached garage. All appliances included. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #687319

46303 FOREST PLACE, CONCRETE

$167,000

Beautiful home w/ open floor plan, fir floors & original woodwork plus high ceilings. 3 bdrms, 1 bath, plus an office. Large patio entry. Unfinished basement, newer wood stove. Just over half an acre with fruit trees & a fenced yard. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #690095

421 S. 28TH STREET, MV $229,000 OPEN HOUSE SAT. OCTOBER 4TH, 1-3 PM 3 bdrm home w/ many upgrades! Remodeled kitchen w/ granite counters, cherry cabinets, ceramic flooring, breakfast nook & butler’s pantry.

New carpet, pergo flooring, large 2 car garage plus add’l parking for RV in large driveway. Formal dining room, fenced backyard. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #673078

4204 BLUE HERON CIR #B, ANA

$190,000

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

41701 NORTH SHORE LN, CONCRETE

$195,000

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

2431 E KINCAID ST, MV

$189,900

3 bedroom 1.5 bath rambler near Haggen, parks & schools. Situated on a corner lot, well-built 2x6 construction. Fully fenced backyard. New paint inside & out, updated fixtures. Mature blueberry bushes in the backyard. Call Nathan Loeb at 3337197 #680208

435 SPRING LN, SW

$199,900

Super nice 2 story home with 3 beds/2.5 baths & 1440 Sf. Fully fenced yard backed to a greenbelt area. Eligible for zero down loan program! Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607 #673718

13078 BEAVER LAKE RD, MV

$239,000

Nice rambler on nearly one acre with lg. backyard, remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, & new rec rm. off garage. 3 beds, 1.5 baths. 2 car garage w/ greenhouse attached. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #662980

17289 COLONY RD, BOW

6437 STATE ROUTE 9, SW

15617 FIELD RD, BOW

4914 NEW WOODS PL, MV

$315,000

End unit Townhome. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, one 3/4 bath & 1 half bath, 1920 SF. Floor to ceiling windows. Home boasts granite, hardwoods, tile new carpeting, pantry in kitchen, gas fireplace w/ slate surround, private stone patio & attached 2 car garage. Call Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 #668197

5717 GILKEY AVE, EDISON

$319,000

1/2 acre lot in Edison. 82+ feet of waterfront on the slough. Level, cleared & excellent drainage. 2 warehouses. 1 30 x 50 with 600 SF apartment, addl.

300 SF loft/office leaving 1500 SF of open shop space below. 2nd 24 X 48 pole building. Horse shed & wood shed. Call Margy Furst, 488-3458 #681052 W

$299,500

Perfect 1-level open floor plan with soaring ceilings, 2,070+ SF of luxurious living space. Views of golf course & mountains. Private deck & pond, 2 master suites. 2 car garage. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #646018

$444,900

Equestrian property w/ large arena & round pen.

2 barns that can accommodate up 5+ horses, pastures, huge shop, mature trees. Large farm house w/ great historic details. Spacious kitchen, 3 bdrms upstairs. Master, den & 2 bathrooms down. Formal Dining Rm., Living/family Rm. Call Tiffany Danley at 360-298-4857 #669601

20413 E. RIO VISTA, BURL

$469,900

Fertile land, farmhouse, commercial greenhouse/ outbuildings; endless possibilities with this 9.29 acres. Irrigated nursery beds & fruit trees. Hardwood floors, updated carpet & baths. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #638078

15255 S BLANCHARD RD, BOW

2901 IROQUOIS DR, MV 98273 $329,900 OPEN HOUSE SUN. OCTOBER 5TH, 1-3 PM Completely remodeled Thunderbird rambler w/ daylight basement! New roof, heating, electrical, plumbing & more. Property sits on a 1/3 acre in a quiet residential area. Cathedral ceilings, granite counters, ceramic, carpet & hardwood flooring. 2 bdrms & master up, 3 bdrms down, 2688 SF. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #701486

$499,000

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

Call Margy Furst at 488-3458 #689565

19195 DRY SLOUGH RD, MV

$541,000

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

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 at 770-9427 #667328

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$269,950

3 bed, 2 bath home, huge 30x35 shop on 1.10 acre.

New vinyl windows, new roof in 2012, fresh paint & new flooring. Updated kitchen. Large deck overlooks private, fenced yard. Shop has 11ft door, 220, plumbed for water. RV parking. Call Megan O’Brayn, 708-5817 #667629

$379,900

1420 DIGBY PL, MV

$250,000

Nice rambler on 1 full acre in Bow. 3 bdrms, 1 full bath, 1320 SF. Family room is extra-large with a fireplace. Kitchen looks out to the pasture. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #665369

17422 W BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

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

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$305,900

4 bedrooms & 2 baths sits on approx ½ acre. Huge 2 bay shop wired w/220 & generator. RV parking.

Large patio, outbuilding, gardens, ponds & fire pit.

Call Sherry Johansen, 708-3636 #630187

610 LILAC DR, MV

$349,900

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

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

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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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Sunny corner lot! 3 bedroom plus home has tons of living space including an atrium-style family room to relax in & absorb the beautiful gardens. A decked out granite kitchen with lots of counter-space, island & attached dining rm. Main level master & full Mother in law quarters.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS#518063

14547 GIBRALTER RD, ANA

177 CENTER ISLAND, CENTER ISL

$619,000

Beautiful custom one owner home offers great views of Padilla Bay, Kiket Island & Mt. Baker. Meticulously maintained, main level living plus upper guest rooms with its own living area & full mother in law suite in lower level. Attention to detail throughout. 3 car garage. Must See! Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS#655119 NE

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Historic home on the Hill in La Conner. Walking distance to restaurants & shopping. This 2000 sf home sits on 2 city lots, fully fenced & private with Fabulous landscaping. Home features 3 Bdrms, 1 3/4 Ba Basement has Sauna, 3/4 bath & wine cellar.

Separate studio out back.

Rebecca Chamberlain 360.421.5021 MLS#646617

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17491 DUNBAR RD, MV 416 STATE ST. LA CONNER

$434,900

Enjoy the graceful charm & character of this 2003 built home in the waterfront town of La Conner.

Features include wrap around covered porch, high ceilings, HW floors, open floor plan, cooks kitchen, & elegant master bedroom.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS#657334 NE

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Enchanting newer “Victorian” home offers a lifestyle of time-gone-by on nearly half-acre of park like grounds in very desirable location close to town but in a rural setting. Detached carriage style 2 car garage plus office, & huge shop. Enjoy wraparound porch & lovely gardens.

Jackie Stone 360.661.2247 MLS#615293

$52,000

Sunny and ready to go! This centrally-located lot has a small water view, all utilities in and is just waiting for your house plans. Located at the south end of the island, it gets plenty of sun and has a nice level building site. Center Island amenities included!

Sarah Jones 360.375.6142 MLS# 698679

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Wonderful home with lrg kitchen, lrg master bath with tub, separate shower & vanities. Nice living rm, dining rm & 3 bedrooms. Yard is partially fenced & neatly appointed with separate entry from dining & kitchen areas. House is well maintained & in move in condition.

Bill Robillard 360.770.4707 MLS#698992

514 3RD ST, LA CONNER

$749,000

Quality NW custom waterfront 3387 SF home is located near La Conner on the Swinomish Channel.

Beautiful, unobstructed channel & mountain views, sunsets & sunrises. Large great room w/wall of windows, grand fireplace & access to patio.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS#659893

$879,000

Ultra private & secluded! Property is Fee Simple, gated, & has wonderful views. Truly a one of a kind location with a unique custom contemporary design. Slate fireplaces, columns, floor to ceiling windows & wonderful decks to enjoy the amazing scenery & water views. Must See! Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 MLS#663092

$35,000

Affordable lot, easy seller financing available for approved buyer. This island is perfect for building a great vacation cabin or even a “tiny home”. CCRs protect the lifestyle quality of the community but have no limits on the size of home. Center Island amenities included!

Sarah Jones 360.375.6142 MLS# 700384

$429,900

Perched on a rock knoll, 1+ acre inside city limits.

East facing views of Fidalgo Bay, Mt Baker & the city. 1960’s NW Contemporary design w/wooded acreage for privacy. Wall of windows & wrap around porch bring the outdoors in. Key living on the main level (accessed w steps).

Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS#662680

5114 MARITIME CT, ANA

$749,000

A wonderful 4 Bdrm – 3 Ba 4,400sf Home. Bright & stately home with nice views of the Olympics, Sound, and Skyline Marina. Granite counters in kitchen and bar. Media room and tons of storage.

Office with built-in bookcases and desk.

William Robillard 360.770.4707 MLS#624853

306 E MORRIS ST, LA CONNER

$339,000

Great business opportunity with great exposure in Downtown La Conner. Currently a painting & equipment rental business with a studio apartment.

Behind the commercial building is a 4 bedroom 1720 sf Victorian home with plenty of charm.

Rebecca Chamberlain 360.421.5021 MLS# 677995

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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360-770-9638 360-202-2155 360-610-0120 360-391-2422 360-708-7794

Jack Dixon Jackie Stone Jessica Notaro Joan Handelmann John Prosser

360-941-5000 360-661-2247 360-202-1441 360-202-4800 360-202-3891

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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Value On the Waterfront A body of water adds some idyll to a home – and a lot of value. Here’s what a nearby lake or ocean does to home prices

One of the biggest indicators of a high-value home is easy to see. All you have to do is look for water.

to Zillow, which looked at 250 cities for the analysis.There the median single-family home The Zillow analysis looked at was $125,300, while the homes located 150 feet or median waterfront home was Across the country, the typical closer to the waterline of an $1,043,700, a premium of 733 single-family lakefront or ocean or lakes with a total percent. Honolulu, Hawaii (334.5 oceanfront home is worth double square size of at least 10 percent), Long Beach, California the median value of all homes, square kilometers; properties (321.6 percent), and Cleveland, according to an analysis from separated from direct waterfront Ohio (314.4) were other ultraZillow. by a road with a speed limit high waterfront premium cities. of 25 mph or less still were Laguna Beach, California, had According to the Zillow report, considered waterfront. The the highest overall median the median single-family median price was calculated waterfront home value at just American home was worth about by looking at all single-family more than $10 million. On the $171,600, while the median waterfront properties in a given other end of the spectrum, waterfront home was worth community. waterfront properties were the $370,900, a premium of more least expensive in Holiday, than 116 percent. In some Tampa, Florida, had the largest Florida, where the median value communities across the country waterfront premium, according was $103,000.

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CLASSIFIEDS Clean 2 bdrm basement MV apt. Convenient location. W/S/G pd. Coin-op. $745. Marie 206-251-7175.

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Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com 2 bdrm, 2 bath farmhouse with front yard, located at Cedardale Meadows, 19889 Cedardale Rd., MV. $825/month includes water.

No pets. Background check ($55) Shown by appointment.

Keith Johnson, 424-8498.

Clear Lake, mfg. home, 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, no smoking, $1,200 mo. + $1,000 dep.

360-679-2760 or 360-6322192

Lovely nice 2 bdrm, yard, quiet. Safe area. Garage. $895. 206-999-7693

3,300 sq. ft. warehouse $600/mo. obo. Ideal for storage. MV. 360-630-3058

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.

2 BDRM TRAILER, 10x60, in Sedro-Woolley 55+ park, $5000 obo. Call 360-9822658

360-424-4567 10 10- October 3, 2014

Stunning 2315sq.ft. 3 bd+ office/2.5 bath home on .32 acre lot. Full slab granite, HW's, carpet and tile thruout. French dr entry, upgraded appliances, wainscoting in eating areas, high-end window treatments, & crown molding.

Covered back deck & unbelievable views from front porch. Motivated sellers!

Price reduced to $399,950.

Re/Max NW Realtors, Chentelle Fullwiler, 425-268-4409 24174 Nookachamp Hills Mt. Vernon OPEN HOUSE 10/5 11am-1pm

ROBIN ROSS Experience, Integrity Old School Service robinrossrealestate@ gmail.com 360-941-0408

24423 Nookachamp Hills Mt. Vernon OPEN HOUSE 10/5 11am-1pm

Stunning new 2,270 sq.ft. 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath craftsman style home on .41 acres.

Full slab granite, HW floors, porcelain tile, & upgraded carpet thru-out. Dbl sided fireplace in mastersuite.

Heated tile floors! Sliding barn doors off den/4th bed.

Fully finished 3 car garage.

RV parking. Large level lot backs up to greenbelt.

AMAZING! Price dropped $25K and is now $ 395,000.

Re/Max NW Realtors, Chentelle Fullwiler, 425-268-4409

421 S. 28th St, Mt Vernon $229,000

OPEN HOUSE Sat., October 4th , 1-3 Very well located large three bedroom Mount Vernon home with many upgrades! Remodeled kitchen with granite counters, cherry cabinets, ceramic flooring, breakfast nook - butler's pantry too. New carpet, pergo flooring, large two car garage plus additional parking for RV in large driveway. Formal dining room, fenced backyard, storage shed and much more. MLS #673078 Call Jim Glakin, 428-2828 www.skagitrealtor.com WRE/Skagit Valley

OPEN HOUSE: SUN. OCT 5TH, 12-3PM

305 3rd St., Anacortes $599,000 Cap Sante home w/backyard privacy & views of Guemes Channel. Hardwood floors & Viking cook top, crown molding, granite, deck, tons of storage.

Open living upstairs w/superb master bath. Close to your favorite restaurants, markets & the heart of Anacortes. Beach within blocks from home. Move in ready!

MLS# 666952 Gina Davis 360.708.7794 WRE/Anacortes OPEN HOUSE: SUN. OCT 5TH, 12-3PM

2901 Iroquois Dr., Mount Vernon $329,900 OPEN HOUSE Sat., Oct. 4th Noon-4pm

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23840 Nookachamp Hills Mt. Vernon.

OPEN HOUSE 10/5 11-3

NEW CONSTRUCTION! 2091 sq.ft. 3bd+office, 2 bath on .38 acre lot. Huge open kitchen, large master w/walk-in closet & 5-piece high end bath. Heated floors! Full slab granite thru-out, upgraded fixtures, LED exterior & undercab lights. Covered back patio.

Level lot backs up to greenbelt. JUST GORGEOUS! Price dropped $30K and is now $380,000.

Re/Max NW Realtors, Chentelle Fullwiler, 425-268-4409

OPEN HOUSE Sun., October 5th, 1-3 Completely remodeled & brand new Thunderbird rambler w/daylight basement! New roof, heating, electrical, plumbing and more. Property sits on a third acre in a quiet residential area. Cathedral ceilings, granite counters, ceramic, carpet & hardwood flooring. Two bedrooms & master up, three bedrooms down - 2688 square feet.

Come see this move-in ready rambler.

MLS #701486 Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 www.skagitrealtor.com WRE/Skagit Valley

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1035 Fidalgo Drive Burlington

Charming home in "The Cedars" with all amenities on 1st floor. 3 bedroom plus bonus room, gas fireplace, garage & large covered porch off rear of home. $239,500 MLS#663643 Call Jeff Ingman (360) 202-2859 Brown McMillen Real Estate

3512 W. 3rd St., Anacortes $475,000 Spacious home centrally located on the island.

Views of Mt. Baker, Guemes Channel & surrounding Islands. 5 Bdrm, 3.5 Ba 3,342 sf, spacious office, formal living & dining rooms, Plus a 3 car garage!

Two decks to enjoy the sun. Plenty of room in this Wilmoor Construction Home. New roof installed in 2013. MLS #684394 Cheryl Frazier 360.202.4789 WRE/Anacortes

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3860 Bay Ln., Anacortes $440,000 Beautiful & spacious home featuring 3 Bdrms, 3.5 Baths, 3300+sqft on .46 of an acre lot in Seaview.

Open design living w/formal living & dining rm, great rm, family rm, bonus rm/office. Private beach access and moorage available. MLS# 665198 Caroline Baumann 360.202.7327 WRE/Anacortes

OPEN HOUSE: SUN. OCT 5TH, 12-3PM

5078 Roney Road, Bow $429,500 Come live the Samish Island lifestyle! Charming, immaculate single-level, 3 BR home on .96 acre lot.

Paved dead end private lane w/partial view of Mt Baker. Open floor plan wupdated flooring throughout-wood, carpet & tile.

Shop, Raised garden beds, private patio & more! MLS# 637035 Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 WRE/Anacortes

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

Gorgeous Building Site!

Just over an acre, in the private, gated community of Fidalgo Bay Estates.

Build your view home in this lovely wooded setting.

Water, power & natural gas available. Just minutes to Anacortes. MLS#618521 $149,500

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.

For Sale By Owner Price Reduced

Drina McCorkle, CRS, SRES 360.661.4472

PRIME WATERFRONT ACREAGE

OPEN HOUSE: SUN. OCT 5TH, 12-3PM

FOR SALE BY OWNER Gorgeous 5 bedroom home in Burlington. Huge kitchen with stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors. Large media, living and family rooms. 3 bathrooms including a massive master bath with Jacuzzi tub and 10 head shower.

Two 2-car garages - one oversized. Lots of storage on dead end street with green belt on 2 sides.

Downtown location near LU School BUT low flood insurance. ONLY $309,000.

For private showing, call 360-840-1236.

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3 Bdrm, 1 ½ Ba on ½ acre plus on dead end, 2,129 sq. ft., $195,000. 1201 Nelson St., Sedro-Woolley.

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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

YOU HAVE TO FISH WHERE THERE ARE FISH. 1905 & 1909 Lea Pl., Ana. $339,500 & $389,000 Main level living! New Homes with Quality Finishes & Designer Details. One is 3 Bd 2 Ba & the other is 4 Bd 3 Ba. Full yard landscaping, 3 car garage & poised against the desirable WA Park Forest Lands. MLS#578804

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FOR RESULTS 4+ acres of prime Anacortes waterfront. Develop multiple water view lots or one ultimate estate. Outstanding views of Guemes Channel. MLS#658458

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

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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

2930 ARAPAHO PL., MOUNT VERNON

$232,000

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

2600 E DIVISION #69, MOUNT VERNON

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1601 N WAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON

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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

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

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

3815 RIDGE WY, MOUNT VERNON

1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

924 BEACHLEY RD. SEDRO WOOLLEY

1606 ALPINE CREST LP #C, MOUNT VERNON

$365,000

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

Features a nicely updated kitchen with Corian countertops, maple cabinets and hardwood flooring. Home is on a rare Russ Lanker .40 acre lot in town with territorial views. 360-708-1117 Entertain on the large deck or just relax in the hot tub! Mature and tasteful landscaping. MLS# 672971

$19,950 1200 LINCOLN ST. #267, BELLINGHAM

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$339,000

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

Meticulous Rambler on .54 acres with 2nd living space. Fully finished daylight basement with open floor plan; master, 2nd BR (currently used as hobby/ office), gas firpl, attached garagetasteful attention to details. Main living area includes; 3 BR/2 BA, vaulted Chris Miller ceiling living room w/gas firpl, kitchen 360-333-1868 has new counter tops/backsplash, lrg util room, attached 2 car garage. MLS# 689941

Desirable Eaglemont Golf Course Community. 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath plus office/den. Lovely Master Suite w/jetted tub on main floor. Bright Elva Hunter kitchen w/slab granite, stainless steel appliances, eating bar that opens to 360-202-3086 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

1519 MEADOWLARK LN, MOUNT VERNON

14678 STATE ROUTE 9, MOUNT VERNON

4900 MONARCH BLVD, MOUNT VERNON

$299,900

$298,000

$242,000

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2 bdrm doublewide. Convenient kitchen, copper plumbing, kitchen has double stainless steel sink.

Storage/pantry (80sqft). built in buffet and built in bookshelf.

Covered porch. Newer walk in Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983 shower. Corner lot. MLS# 676745

Older manufactured home in good condition and in a lovely setting.

Age restriction: at least one person in dwelling must be 55 or older. Pet Shirley Bertholf restrictions: 25 pound maximum, 360-840-1863 dog or cat. This mobile home park is within walking distance of Fred Meyer and other shopping. Beauty shop on premises. New roof within last 4 years. At this price, this home is a steal and won’t last long!

MLS # 668394

Lovingly cared for custom built mid-century rambler in great neighborhood, close to everything, yet “country” quiet. 3 bed plus den; Danya Wolf sunken living rm; roomy kitchen; 360-708-8294 utility rm with deep sink & 1/2 bath; fresh paint, new gutters & downspouts; spacious 2-car garage; deck; very large partially fenced yard with many cedar & fir trees. MLS#696908

17706 RAY PAUL LANE, LA CONNER

16856 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON $298,000

3816 E. BROADWAY, MOUNT VERNON

$83,900

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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

Newer, well maintained modular home on acreage. Large Master bedroom with walk-in closet and en suite with soaker tub. Has two additional rooms that could be used Danya Wolf as bedrooms, office or other work 360-708-8294 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. MLS# 684195

$316,000 1801 N 32 PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

$199,900

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

1720 SWEET CICELY LANE, SEDRO-WOOLLEY $148,500

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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

Park Ridge home. 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs & Elva Hunter office/den. Hardwood entry. Tile in 360-202-3086 kitchen, dining. View of the valley from upstairs master BR suite, lg master double vanity, separate shower, large soaking tub & walk-in closet. Fully fenced yard w/mature trees, Spanish fountain, patio off kitchen & family room, great for back yard enjoyment.

Built-in storage in 3 car garage. Close to schools and medical center and Eaglemont Golf Course just around the corner! MLS# 634986

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

Nice 2 bedroom home in great community! Covered front porch!

Danya Wolf Light and airy kitchen with natural 360-708-8294 gas range; and dishwasher. Vaulted living room (with ceiling fan) and vaulted dining area ceiling. Separate utility room with built-in folding counter. Lots of storage; double closest in master bedroom. MLS# 698571

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

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