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SHORTEN YOUR LOAN FEATURE HOME: 16422 FIR ISLAND ROAD, CONWAY Margy Furst, Windermere Real Estate

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$410,000 (360) 424-4901

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Stanwood

$121,000

Beautiful waterfront lot on Sunday Lake. Build your dream home on this 93’ lot. Close to I-5.

Enjoy all that Sunday Lake has to offer, views, park, clubhouse and much more. MLS # 451898

Rockport

$139,950

Level 4.5 parcel. Over 1600 sq. ft. home w/3BR, 2BA. 2000 +/- sq. ft. garage. Peaceful and quiet area. Amazing views. MLS # 457850

Burlington

Call Ron, 333-1045

Call Mike, 540-1341

$215,000

Unique custom built. Big Lake home just needs a little TLC & updating. 3+BR, 1.75 BA, 2548 sq. ft. on .36 acres with 2 car gar & shop.

MLS #534562

Call Kirk, 770-7470

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

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

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Bow

Bow

Secure and private hobby farm & home. 20 fenced acres that are all parked out. Can be divided. Marketable timber. Large shop w/ outbuildings. MLS # 347951

Debbie Allen 708-8780

$1,100/month

This Bow farm house is on a working farm with 3BR, 1.5BA and a large yard. Water paid, no pets! Minimum 6 month lease with $1100 deposit.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

Call Jim, 708-1681

Mike Welling 540-1341

$209,000

Charming home located downtown Mount Vernon. 1892 sq. ft. w/4BR, 1.75BA. Original wood floors. Deck. Large corner lot w/fruit trees. MLS #490884

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$699,500

1800+ sq. ft. w/3BR & 2BA. 8.7 acres. Fenced for horses. Nice shop & horse barn. Fruit trees & garden space. MLS #517062

Call Ivana, 770-3550

Mount Vernon

Call Debbie, 708-8780

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Luxurious million $ view home. At summit of Burl. Hill on ¼ acre. 4,021 sq. ft, 3+BR, office, 2.75BA. Travertine tile, granite counters. Invisible whole house stealth speakers. Many extra, very special amenities. MLS #523378

$275,000

$189,950

Wonderful location on a 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 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Burlington La Conner

La Conner

Call Wilma, 661-1631 NG NI UN ST

Mt Vernon

$149,000

Over 1700 sq. ft. 3BR, 1BA home. Value is in the land. Prime location, right in town in the Commercial Area, M-1. Near City Hall, and the Fire Department. MLS # 387073

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$424,950 La Conner

Anacortes

$499,900 Anacortes

$449,500 Mount Vernon

$799,000

" We Believe in Community"

Mount Vernon

$229,950 Mount Vernon

$750,000 Burlington

$309,000 Sedro Woolley

$419,000

Bow

$259,000 Anacortes

$595,000 Anacortes

$829,000 Guemes Island

$365,000

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REVIEW YOUR OWN FORECLOSURE Question:

To be clear, foreclosure review stems from an agreement between major mortgage services and the federal government – it is not an agreement between mortgage servicers and borrowers who I received a whopping $300 as part of the may have been wronged. “foreclosure review” settlement between mortgage It only covers foreclosure activity during 2010 and 2011 and not other periods. As the Office services and the federal government. It got me wondering if there was something wrong about our of the Comptroller of the Currency explains, “borrowers will not be required to execute a waiver foreclosure. of any legal claims they may have against their We have all our paperwork. We had to fax it at least servicer as a condition for receiving payment.” a dozen times because they “didn’t receive it all” and An expansive report by the Government “the fax went to one office but the people we talk to Accountability Office released June 2012 found an are in another” and so many other boondoggles. astonishing number and variety of problems with Do we just hold on to that paperwork and wait foreclosure reviews. to see what happens, or do we assume a more The report states that there were “severe proactive role and try to make something happen? deficiencies in three primary areas: shortcomings in the preparation of foreclosure documentation; Hold onto your paperwork. And yes, be proactive. inadequate policies, staffing, or oversight of The foreclosure review process has been a huge mess. foreclosure processes; and insufficient oversight

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of third-party service providers, particularly foreclosure attorneys.”

Please contact your state attorney general.

Virtually all state AGs have been trying to unravel the foreclosure mess. They may have programs in place to help you now. They also may benefit from your paperwork and story.

As well, you should review exactly what

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• TRADITIONAL ELEGANCE, BRICK & HARDIPLANK 2 STORY, 3244 SF.! • 5 BEDROOMS TOTAL, HUGE MASTER SUITE DOWN, 2 GAS FPL., A/C • FORMAL LIVING/DINING RM., NEW GRANITE KITCHEN W/NOOK, FAMILY RM!

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9723 SAMISH ISLAND ROAD, BOW

$298,500

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1625 OLD HIGHWAY 99 NORTH, ALGER

$305,000

12951 S. FRONT STREET, (CLEAR LAKE) M.V.

2725 E. Fir St #12 & 99, Mt Vernon

BY APPOINTMENT, CALL SANDI!

• ONE-OF-A-KIND MEDIUM BANK W/PANORAMIC MTN. & BAY VIEWS • VERY LIVEABLE 1+ BEDROOM “PARK MODEL” W/EXTRA BONUS RM. • LG. VIEW DECK & PATIO + OUTSIDE KITCHEN, RV HOOKUP!

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

• LOW BANK LAKE FRONTAGE W/ 7 RV HOOKUPS • GORGEOUS SOLID BRICK 3-LEVEL HOME W/ 4000+ SF. • BRICK DUPLEX INCLUDED + BRICK GUEST HOUSE, OUTSTANDING WATERFRONT, GREAT VALUE!

1011 BURLINGTON HTS. DR., BURLINGTON $475,000

2610 E. SECTION ST. (LITTLE MTN. ESTATES) M.V. $62,500

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$409,000

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$167,000

MLS#512549

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• GORGEOUS VALLEY/RIVER/MTN. VIEWS, CUSTOM HOME • 3 BD, 3.5 BA IN “MAIN” HOUSE + 2 BD, 2 BA IN “IN-LAW” APARTMENT • 2 GAS FPL., LG. BASEMENT, 3 CAR GARAGE, 2 VIEW DECKS, 4300+ SF!

• GREAT LOCATION W/ OVERSIZE GARAGE & CARPORT/ STORAGE BEHIND • LOVELY LAMINATE WOOD FLRS., OPEN PLAN W/ LG. KITCHEN, GAS RANGE • 2 BD, 2 BA, SPACIOUS FAMILY RM., GAS HEAT, “TOP 5” 55+ PARKS IN STATE!

• CLOSE TO CLUBHOUSE W/ LG. INDOOR POOL, 55+ LIVING AT IT’S BEST! • UPGRADED “GOLDENWEST” W/ 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, GAS STOVE • NEWER “SUN ROOM” ADDITION, SUNNY PATIO, FENCED YARD, GARAGE!

$447,950 MLS#451190 • Approved turf airstrip • Shop/ barn • 2700 sf triple wide • Private 38+ acres

• Eaglemont home • Office/den • Lg master suite • 3 bdrm, 3 bath • Tranquil La Conner • New paint & flooring • 3 bd, 1 ¾ ba • Very private

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• A grand 4 plex • Positive cash flow • Priced to sell • Convenient location

$128,500

MLS#225091

$48,000

MLS#476280

$475,000

MLS#463636

• All appliances stay • Cute yard • Great starter or rental • 2 bd, 1 ba • 4.22 acres total • Out of flood zone • 1 acre cleared • Great price

$289,987

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

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$265,000

MLS#462240

• 100% occupancy • 2 bdrm, 2 bth units • Garage New roofs

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

• Amazing views! • MIL 2 BR apt.

• Over 4300 SF • 3 BR main home

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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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16422 FIR ISLAND ROAD, CONWAY

$410,000

Windermere Real Estate/Skagit 1030 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360.424.4901 www.WindermereSkagit.com

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Gorgeous Fir Island mini farm with a 4 bedroom and 1.75 bath craftsman home. 2.1 acres has organic gardens, additional 700 sq. ft. guest house (or rental) with separate septic, large shop, outbuildings and landmark barn.

The rate at which low-math-skills people are more likely to default on their mortgages than those with top-tier math skills – regardless of overall intelligence.

Views in all directions, updated and beautifully maintained.

MLS# 454974

Source: “Numerical ability predicts mortgage default,” study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, May 2013

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. SEPT 7TH 12-2PM HOSTED BY SHELAH INMAN. 12897 EAGLE DRIVE, BURLINGTON Country club rambler, 4BR /1700 sf /shop $525,000. #473037 NICELY UPDATED..home on Mt. Vernon Hill. Updated stainless kitchen & remodeled bathrooms. Walk to schools, hospital, views from lg back yard. $199,950. #497251 WOODED 40 ACRES..in Bow. Beautifully treed property w/lots of potential for private estate or future development. $395,000. #513029 83 ACRES..beautiful pasture land, some wooded areas. 3 BR, 2BA mfg home, 2 shops, horse barn, hay loft.

Great for cattle ranch, equestrian use. $495,000. #284837

Tim Reichert Jeff Ingman Ron Wortham

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SAMISH ISLAND..one level, 3BR, 1.75BA, over 2700sf., natural light, kitchen w/ oak cabinets, breakfast rm surrounded by windows. Private backyard. $335,000. #459127 SPECTACULAR VIEWS..of Similk Bay & beyond. over 1 acre, water, power in street, desirable location. $175,000. #280881 CHUCKANUT RESTAURANT..great location on busy corner, 2,320sf bldg. has comm’l kitchen + 2 small offices. $179,900. #444840 GREAT BURLINGTON INVESTMENT..2 homes on 1 lot currently bringing in $1200. per mo. 2BR, 1BA home, new windows, roof & paint. $144,500. #446495 GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT.. one level home, 2 BR, 1 BA, spacious living room & kitchen w/breakfast area. 3 carports, 1 garage, shop area. $169,000. #454810

391-5587 202-2859 661-1500

SEDRO-WOOLLEY 4BR..2086 sf, 2.5BA, 2 story home blt in 2003, close to schools, quiet street, nice sized yard. Lg living rm w/gas f/place. All appl stay. $220,000 #534092 NEAR BIG LAKE..3BR, 2BA home + 1,440 shop bldg located on 9.7 acres in secluded setting. $299,500. #460849 WEEKEND RETREAT..nice cabin in great wooded setting, Mt.Baker views, out building, trail to Skagit River. $109,500 #524736 LOVELY RITA..excellent 2+ ac com’l site on corner of Rita & State Streets in heart of Sedro-Woolley. $149,500. #510180 3000 SF RAMBLER..on 5 acres, 4 BR, huge shop w/mother-in-law options.Deck w/hot tub and much more. $569,500. #533405

Mary Jo Reitsma Karin Peck Shelah Inman

LIKE NEW..in Brl Senior Park, open flr plan in a small park close to all services. Lg tiled open kitchen, oversized 2 car garage. $124,500. #534335 EXCELLENT CONDO..in good W. Mt Vernon location. Lg living rm w/f/place, formal dining rm, family rm and 1 car garage, all for $154,500. #514817 GREAT OPPORTUNITY..level piece of land in the city, zoned multi-family, 3 one story units can be built. $315,000. #208598 INDUSTRIAL ZONED..6.9 acres in Brl w/6 bldgs & 81,868 sf of enclosed building area. $2,300,000. #412187 UPDATED RAMBLER IN THUNDERBIRD.. 3 BR, 3 BA, lg 2 car garage in much desired area. Won’t last. $239,500 #526959

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770-6013 391-7561 661-0145

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333-1032 391-0938 770-7083

360.757.6013 800.869.7084

ADORABLE & PRIVATE..Lk McMurray home, 2BR, 1.75BA, newer spacious kitchen, cherry cabinets.

Lg garage & lovely surroundings. $265,000. #528577 60 ACRE BARGAIN..Located near Sedro-Woolley, this 60 acres of forest land was logged about 20 years ago.

A real bargain at $119,500. #455946 WONDERFUL VIEWS..from this 20 acre wooded property with water & power available in front. $99,500. #330555 SECLUDED 20 ACRES..privacy, wonderful mtn views,water & power available to edge of property. $99,500. #330567 MONEY MAKER..located near Western WA University. 8 stall car wash provides a steady income.

8.5%CAP rate $1,595,000. #420780

Jan Scally Fritz Inman Holly Hilts

421-516 661-0147 661-5538

MTN & VALLEY VIEWS…5.24 ac, 2500sf, 3BR rambler w/bonus rm, attached garage + 60X32 shop/garage w/one BR, 3/4BA apt above. $525,000. #506862 3000 SF RAMBLER.. on 5 acres, 4BR, huge shop w/mother-in-law options. Deck w/hot tub and much more. $569,500. #533405 EDGE OF MT VERNON..enjoy this 1/2 acre, 4BRr, 3BA, 1 story home with full daylight separate living area. Lg 2 car shop w/200amp service. $429,500. #526039 REDUCED -SMALL BUSINESS?.. perfect location, 1/2 block east of Burlington Blvd., lots of parking. $119,500. #103783 20 ACRES..3 BR, 2 BA, 1514 sf custom rambler. 40X36 shop w/room for an RV. Shop has bonus rm+ a 4 stall horse barn. Good for organic farm or blueberries. $475,000. #537006

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RESIDENTIAL 310 S. 11TH ST #210, MV $75,000 Clean, move-in ready condo on the hill. 2 bedroom unit w/laundry hookups in unit. Master w/attached ½ bath. Balcony overlooks private condo courtyard area, gets great morning sun. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #526672 1000 N. 18TH ST, MV $164,777

520 WASHINGTON ST, MV

Don’t wait! Cute, clean, move-in ready 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath rambler in convenient MV Hill location.

Newer comp roof & carpet. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #532033

Stand-alone condo in the Meadows! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, designer paint. Kitchen is beautiful & open to dining room. Call Karine Anderson at 4211189 or Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082. #529059

2201 MONICA DR, MV

$169,900

Very well built rambler. Open, light-filled lot with western exposure. 3 bedroom house with newer roof, corner lot, front deck, rec room & much more. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #520042 1413 S. 13TH ST, MV

$169,900

Hillcrest bungalow with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths.

Move-in ready, carport with storage & greenhouse.

Call Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #524527 408 ROHRER LP, SDW

$196,950

Like new but better! Updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath 1400+ SF home, new floors, fresh paint, open country style kitchen, large yard. Call Tasha Zahlis at 391-5075. #519378 NE

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$234,950

19790 SKYRIDGE RD, MV

Darling home in a sweet little neighborhood close to downtown & all the schools & parks. 3+ bedrooms & 2 full baths, fenced yard with nice deck with backyard views. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #500344 4712 145TH ST NE, MARYSVILLE

15673 FIR ISLAND RD, MV

$238,900

$260,000

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

$274,500

Updated craftsman home situated on 3 acres. 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths, A/C heat pump & the lower acreage borders the Samish River. Detached 24x36 insulated shop. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #523966

$498,500

Beautiful 4 bedroom home featuring 4690 SF, main floor master suite, spacious living & family rooms, media room, wine cellar, sauna, 3 car garage. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #517189

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18689 W. BIG LAKE BLVD, MV 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 NE

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$499,999

Beautiful 4 bedroom Big Lake home w/100ft of waterfront & dock. Spacious kitchen, open living area w/commanding views of lake & mountains.

Detached garage, plus lots of parking space. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #526799 23806 THORNWOOD PL, SDW

$775,000

Level 5+ acre ranchette, 3765 SF home, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths. Ideal equestrian site, fenced, newer barn w/2 paddock stalls, 3 bays. Call Warren Bingham 7702421 or Jake Koetje at 466-8045. #527664

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$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 23682 PRAIRIE RD, SDW

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302-306 S. 1ST ST., MV 2705 RIVER VISTA LP, MV

$369,950

Exceptional home in North Hill. Kitchen w/granite & SS apps. 4 bedrooms PLUS an office that can be a 5th bedroom. Fully-finished basement w/rec room.

Nice deck. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #535450

Downtown MV office or retail space; 1750 SF for $1100/mnth or 3890 SF for $2150/mnth. Call Dick Nord at 661-6529. #523171 QUANTUM LN., ANACORTES

Warehouse spaces with offices, several sizes, in a quality business park. Three-county access. Call Jim & Balisa Koetje at 421-4111.

0 WILLIAM WAY, MV

$49,900

Some of the last undeveloped building lots in this area of Mount Vernon. Other prof offices nearby.

Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #431726

319 TALCOTT ST, SDW

$209,900

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

www.WindermereSkagit.com 4718 LOIS LN, SW

$314,950

Excellent home with pretty views & a great set up for RV owners. Home is all on 1 level & has beautiful red oak hardwood & a fireplace that can heat the entire home. 4 bedrooms. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #531273

$399,000

Approx. 1.87 acre site with 3 buildings. Approx.

3,920 SF warehouse. Modular office & mobile home rented for $1,350/mo. Contact Jim or Balisa 202-2500.

$309,000

16989 SOCKEYE DR, MV

Small house with BIG views surrounded by gorgeous farmlands & mountains. Updated manufactured home with lots of style. Cork floors, redwood cabinets, windows galore. Call Margy Furst at 206-755-8406. #513965

$182,500

Commercial lot in area of prof.offices. Purchase lot or will build to suite. Call Warren Bingham at 7702421. #27209053 17582 STATE ROUTE 536, MV

Beautiful 2911 SF 2007 custom Palm Harbor 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with amazing master retreat.

Spacious kitchen with SS apps. Plus HUGE SHOP w/200 amp power. 1.59 acres. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #532450

15577 ALLEN WEST RD, BOW $219,000 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, SEPT. 7TH 11-1

0 PARKER WAY, MV

512 S. 1ST ST, LAC

$499,000

Waterfront commercial building in the heart of bustling La Conner. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #514550

1216 E. SECTION ST, MV $440,000 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, SEPT 8, 12:00-2:00 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

110 S. 5TH, MV

$998,000

Immaculate Conception Church, built in 1912. Approx. 4,732 SF, seats 325. Included on the adjacent lot is a parsonage. Contact Balisa or Jim Koetje 421-4111.

1000 E. COLLEGE WAY, MV

$1,350,000

Commercial property on College Way. Former Skagit Valley Herald Bldg.,approx. 9,700 SF of office & 9,300 SF of warehouse. Contact Jim or Balisa Koetje 421-4111.

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1503 ALLEN CT, ANA $439,650 Brand new rambler w/ ferry & island views. 3bd 2ba, well-designed floor plan, delightful master suite, fashionable touches and details throughout. 3-car garage, RV/boat parking, fully landscaped yard. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#535435 NE

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2019 29TH PLACE, 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 NE

2023 I AVE, ANA $249,000 Well-maintained one-level home w/ Mt. Baker & Fidalgo Bay views. Hardwood floors, updated kitchen, office w/ French doors, plus add’l studio w/ kitchenette & bath. New siding, fenced backyard, 1 block from Sr Center, pool, & close to town. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#463552 2617 BERENTSON CT, ANA $459,000 Move into The Woodland Series by Strandberg Const. in beautiful Rock Ridge. Main-level living w/ natural finishes & superior workmanship. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, natural stone baths & rich detailing throughout, reflects true NW lifestyle.

4bd + den, gourmet kitchen, season pond view, and more. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#462226 2017 29TH PLACE, ANA $595,000 Grand 3,765 SF Pleasant View home overlooking Fidalgo Bay & Mt. Baker. 2-story w/ 4bd 3.5 ba. Features gourmet kitchen, family, dining, utility, office/den & master suite all on main level. 10’ + 9’ ceilings throughout. 20 acres of conservation easement land to property’s south. John Prosser 360-202-3891 MLS#451065

10 SINCLAIR ISLAND, ANA $625,000 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 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

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1305 9TH ST, ANA $449,950 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

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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

25 MAKAH WAY, LC $260,000 Beautifully maintained FEE SIMPLE single-level home in Shelter Bay. 3bd 1.75ba, features kitchen & bar w/ granite counters. Xlg 2-car garage w/ separate workshop. Private beach access, parks, golf, pools, tennis & clubhouse. Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929 MLS# 480381 522 WHITECLIFF FARM RD, DECATUR $595,000 Incredible custom-designed home with open interior & awesome water view! 2+ acres of waterfront w/ sandy beach. Dock, airstrip, mooring available.

Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 MLS#483213 5027 W SHORE RD, ANA $498,000 Amazing custom home w/ 180° panoramic views of San Juans, Bham Channel, & Olympic Mtns. Enjoy hardwood ash floors, gourmet kitchen, 2 Master suites, oak-panel elevator, 3-car/RV garage & shop.

Large fenced garden w/ shed. Beach rights w/ mooring across the street. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#443365

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NHN HOLIDAY BLVD, ANA $214,000 171 ft of incredible high-bank waterfront property on Guemes Island. 36,000+ SF 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 117 WISHKAH, CENTER ISLAND $65,000 Large cleared building site w/ partial water view on south end of island. Driveway is in, septic installed, water hookup paid. Priced below assessed value. Lot makes great spot for your island cabin!

Amenities include dock, year-round caretakers, clubhouse, private airstrip, & great crabbing & fishing. 30 min to Anacortes by water taxi. Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 MLS#372314

NHN S FIDALGO BAY ROAD, ANA $82,500 Peaceful 4.2 acres with Fidalgo Bay views. Great access to Anacortes and Whidbey Island. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#242777 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 LOT 15 PIPER CIR, ANA $180,000 Residential view lot in Skyline, minutes from beaches & WA Park. Amenities include two private beaches, tennis courts, club house & cabana. Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400 MLS#96066 5058 TOTEM TRAIL, ANA $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. Small tool shed in place. Includes undivided interest in beach tidelands w/ two accesses to West beach.

Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#448697 LOT 2 CAROLINA PLACE, ANA $458,000 2.58 acres of spectacular Skagit, Hope Island, & Cascade Mtn views, protected w/ CCR’s & building setbacks. Septic design complete for 5bdrm home.

Peaceful & quiet, cleared of trees, all utilities in road. 1st class Fidalgo Island building site. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#28050865 MADRONA ESTATES LOT 23, CYPRESS ISLAND $45,000 Join the charming Strawberry Bay community!

Level lot w/ shared interest beach access. Enjoy fishing, crabbing, sunsets, beach activities and more. 2 bdrm septic installed, water share w/ Madrona Estates Community. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#286425 38 LOT HIGHLAND DR, ANA $184,000 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 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 XXX HEART LAKE RD, ANA $298,000 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

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AMERICAN DREAM REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC. Private Back Yard! #529637 • $234,500

Midway Drive Home! #426150 • $159,900

Home on a quiet cul de sac minutes from the college, shopping & schools. 3BR, 2BA home features full BA off master, large kitchen w/huge island & pantry space, oversized attached garage & a small fenced yard. Bank approved Short Sale at this price.

Very nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath home located right on Midway Drive. Home features metal roof, newer windows, nice big yard with shed and much more!

Zoned for personal business so plenty of option for the great property!

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3BR, 2.5BA home 1600+ sq ft. features skylights & oak hardwood floors throughout the main living area, gas fireplace, gas heat, tiled bathrooms, large BA off master w/jetted tub and separate shower, front and back patios, all appliances, fenced yard.

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Welcome to If you are looking for a new home built with high quality construction and beautiful touches, look no further than Pine Creek! Great location close to parks, schools, and convenient to all amenities.

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464134 464139 3BR, 2BA home on 80 acres just minutes from I-5!

The lower 40 is great pasture, upper 40 is pasture & wooded. Property is in open space, possibility for 2 additional building lots. Nookachamps creek separates the upper and lower 40. Terrific Opportunity.

Charming home built in 2004 features over 2000 sqft Property is located on nice creek and also features a of living space. Very nice 4BR, 2.5BA home on a quiet detached 1 car shop/garage w/ loft! Very affordable dead end street in Mount Vernon. Open floor plan with country living just minutes to town and I-5. huge kitchen, hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling entry and much more. Huge master with private bath.

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2 BD, 2 BA 1568 sq ft home. Kitchen w/ pantry, master BD with walk in closet and BA. 6 year old roof & 3.5 month old forced air furnace. Freezer & small refrigerator in one of the two adjacent storage sheds. Beautifully landscaped w/ lrg backyard. 55+ Community.

Spacious townhouse w/ westerly sunset views, deck off main level & off the lower level. Efficient kitchen w/ granite counter tops. Large rec room downstairs w/ bedroom and full bath plus lg. laundry room.

Loads of storage space here.

Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692 MLS# 536548 $$290,000

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Price reduced! Cute one-bedroom home with office/bonus room. Walking distance from all conveniences, services and Skagit River. Large backyard with garden space and fruit trees. Needs some TLC. Great first home or rental. Close to Highway 20.

Renovated mid-century brick rambler.

Owners attended to every detail in the rebuild. 2 master suites w/travertine marble showers. Refurbished original birch cabinetry, hutches, wall paneling & built-in drawers. 2 fireplaces & pellet stove.

Well maintained duplex with excellent rental history. Each unit is 3 bedroom 2 full bath, gas forced air heat, single car garage and washer and dryer hook ups.

Call Tahlia Honea 360-333-5815 MLS# 527760 $55,000

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New proposed revisions to the qualified residential mortgage (QRM) rule announced last week are a huge victory for REALTORS® and will help millions of people buy homes and strengthen the mortgage market. This version of the QRM rule will give creditworthy buyers access to safe and affordable loan products without overly burdensome down payment requirements.

REALTOR® were among the most vocal opponents of the first QRM rule proposed in April 2011 because it would have denied millions of creditworthy Americans access to the lowest cost and safest mortgages. We applaud the regulators for removing the 20 percent down payment requirement and for adopting reasonable credit and debt-to-income standards.

In a statement from National Association of Realtors®, President Gary Thomas said "Realtors® will continue to oppose any regulation that requires unreasonably high down payments from consumers. We are committed to working on behalf of America’s hardworking families to ensure that anyone who is able and willing to assume the responsibilities of owning a home has the opportunity to pursue that dream, now and into the future."

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Shorten Your Loan

Is faster always better? These strategies will help you pay down your mortgage sooner, but first ensure you are getting the most out of your money Three hundred and sixty. In degrees, that number may not seem like much – like making a quick 360-degree turn. But measured in months, 360 can feel like an eternity, particularly for borrowers who commit to a 30-year mortgage loan. Fortunately, for those who dream of a mortgage-free future arriving sooner, there are effective ways to shorten the term of your mortgage, and save big money in the long run, too.

One of the most popular strategies is to pay down a mortgage loan early by making accelerated payments that will reduce the balance faster, which will dramatically lower the total interest paid over the life of the mortgage.

For example, say hypothetical homeowner Mike just borrowed $200,000 via a 30-year mortgage at a fixed rate of 3.5 percent. Normally, he would pay approximately $898 monthly in principal and interest. But if Mike were to chip in an extra $200 a month toward the principal starting with his very first mortgage payment, he would pay off the loan 87 months (more than 7 years) early and save $37,656 in interest.

“Another easy way to shave years off your mortgage is to make bi-weekly instead of monthly payments,” says Tom Reddin, former president/CEO of LendingTree.com and current publisher of the blog MortgageRates.us. “Take your monthly payment and divide it by two to determine your payment amount for your lender to withdraw every other week. By following this bi-weekly payment schedule, you’ll end up making 26 payments throughout each year, which is the equivalent of 13 monthly mortgage payments each year.

Reddin says this convenient approach “will cut more than four years off a traditional 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and can yield a savings of more than $20,000 in interest costs on a $200,000 mortgage, if you start with this approach at the beginning of your mortgage.”

You can set up accelerated payments by contacting the lender that services your mortgage and indicating how much extra you want to contribute toward your principal and at what frequency. Avoid any prepayment plans offered by lenders and third parties that charge you a fee for the service. Most mortgages allow you to prepay with no charges or penalties.

Another loan-shortening approach is to refinance to a shorter-term mortgage. If you have 22 years left on your loan and owe $150,000 at a fixed rate of 4.0 percent, but refinance to a 15-year mortgage at 3.0 percent, you’ll increase your monthly payment by about $181 but shave 7 years off your term – and retain tens of thousands otherwise spent in interest.

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Steven Alexander, president of Private Mortgage Services in Atlanta, says you may also want to consider a “cash-in” refinance, whereby you bring extra money to the closing table to decrease your mortgage principal. Doing so makes it easier to qualify for a refinancing and a lower interest rate, which will save you money on the monthly payment. You can then reinvest the money into the loan as accelerated payments to trim the term if you so desire.

“By paying down your mortgage more quickly, you are maximizing liquidity,” Alexander says. “You do not want to end up in a position of having to consider selling your home to access your equity wealth.”

However, there are potential drawbacks to paying down your mortgage and shortening the term the loan term. First, for households that itemize deductions, the return on investment is reduced when you prepay your mortgage because of the tax deductibility of mortgage interest. For example, if you’re in the 25-percent tax bracket, the mortgage interest deduction decreases your taxes by $25 for every $100 paid in interest.

Second, refinancing can incur steep costs, including fees for the appraisal and loan origination, and that can set you back several thousands of dollars. So, be sure the interest savings will offset the refinancing fees over a reasonable length of time, especially if you anticipate remaining in your home for only a few years.

Third, you may be able to get a better return on your investment elsewhere.

“Prepaying your mortgage, although important to overall fiscal health, is usually the last thing on the list when excess funds are available,” says Keith Gumbinger, vice president of HSH Associates, a mortgage research firm in Riverdale, N.J. “Funding retirement accounts, liquid emergency accounts and children’s education accounts, purchasing health or life insurance, and paying down student loans and non-deductible higher-interest debt should all be considered first.”

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CLASSIFIEDS Alpine Ridge Retirement Apartments in MV is accepting applications for 2 bdrm apts. Income limits apply.

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SAMISH ISLAND: Quiet, SW Nice quiet gated 55+ dbl cozy 1 bdrm apt., in-floor wide lot, amenities, impact heat, built-in vac., skylites, fees pd, $450. 360-856-4054 view of orchard, Mt Baker, beach access. 20 min. to Burlington. $750 month. 360766-5230.

Burlington Business Park, 720 sq. ft. office, 3000 sq. ft. warehouse, loading dock Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 plus 12x14 drive in door, 22 ft Norris Place 757-3060 1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals. high, $2600/mo NNN. Call Al 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd.

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Concrete 2 bdrm, 2 ba, ½ acre fenced. $600/mo., 1st, LaVenture Village Apts. last, $500 dep. 360-982-8047 PROPERTY SEARCHING? Now accepting applications or 360-630-9220 What's your home worth?

1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Income “LIVE THE GOOD LIFE” Checking mortgage rates? limits apply. Basic rent 1 Birch Bay 2 Bdrm beach cabUse our website – bdrm $605; 2 bdrm $735; 3 in, $765 +. 360-419-0320 it's FREE! bdrm $815. Call 360-424www.PreviewSkagit.com 4622 TDD 711. We are lo- MV/Big Lake, lakefront with www.PreviewWhatcom.com cated at: 422 N. LaVenture dock, 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, $1250, 1 Rd., Mount Vernon. year lease. 360-679-3355

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Move In Special 1st Month Free S-W senior apt. 50+, 2 bdrm, 1 ¾ ba, all applcs. incl. W/D, W/S/G/basic cable pd., no smoking, $750 mo., $750 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath townhouse dep. Small pets ok. 360-422- duplex, 1,539 sq. ft., all ap5853; 360-855-1421 plcs., garage, close to S.W. High School. $1000/mo. No Murdock Court Apts. pets. 360-856-6949 123 N. Murdock St., SedroWoolley accepting applications for 1, 2 & 3 Bdrms. Income limits apply. Basic rent; 1 Bdrm $630, 2 Bdrm $705, 3 Bdrm $805. Call 360-856- MV 6 PLEX. 427 No. 21st St. 4944; TDD 711 Large 1 bdrm, 1 ba, deck, carport, central laundry, $695 mo. + $400 dep. 424-6974

One of a kind apt., 2 bdrms, jacuzzi tub, solarium, water & forest views. $1100/mo. Util. incl. 4708 Anaco Beach Rd. Call 360-675-3111

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Burlington. Roommate wanted. $450 + share util. Fenced yd & garage. No drugs/no parties. 360-708-6221

OPEN HOUSE Sat., Sept. 7th, 1-4 PM 1233 Fenske Lane Burlington $190,000

SUPER CONDITION, CHECK IT OUT. 1,569 sf 3 bdrm, 2 ba. Vaulted ceiling living room, formal dining room & eat in kitchen.

Fenced back yard with large deck.

Central Burlington location.

ERIK PEDERSEN 360-391-1935 erikpedersengroup@ gmail.com KELLER WILLIAMS WESTERN REALTY

1216 E. SECTION ST, MOUNT VERNON $440,000

OPEN HOUSE SUN., SEPT. 8, 12:00-2:00 Classic vintage 1930 home on MV hill w/ 4+ bdrms, 2 3/4 baths, coved ceilings, wood floors, leaded windows & 3 FPs. Formal LR w/wood FP, formal DR & kitchen w/island, 2 ovens, 6 gas burners & breakfast rm w/loads of built-ins. FR off kitchen w/marble FP + sunny deck. Master suite w/ updated bath, walk-in closet. Rec room/ wine cellar/ storage rm + new gas furnace in BM. Gorgeous mature landscaping. #510935 Call Karen Beckner, (360)840-9455 WRE/Skagit Valley

OPEN HOUSE SAT., 1-4 PM $44,000.

Little Mountain Estates 2610 E. Section St. #117, Mount Vernon, 55+. Two bedrooms both with walk-in closet and one with walk-in bath, Great room (Living room, formal dining area and breakfast area), kitchen, utility room, garage, with two storage sheds and large backyard.

Contact Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS# 523888 Remax Valley Homes

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15577 ALLEN WEST RD., BOW - $219,000

OPEN HOUSE SAT., SEPT. 7, 11:00-1:00 Small house with BIG views - in all directions. Sweet location, surrounded by gorgeous farmlands, Chuckanut mtns, Cascades & Mt Baker. Sunrises & sunsets.

This well designed, updated 1972 manufactured home pulls off a lot of style.

Cork flrs, redwood cabinets, windows galore. Outbuildings include a sleeping cabin & sheds. Incredible soil, organic herb & flower beds. #513965 Call Margy Furst, (206)755-8406 WRE/Skagit Valley

Mount Vernon Hill - NEWLY Updated 3 bdrm!

OPEN HOUSE Sun., Sept. 1st, 12-3:00 1624 E. Blackburn Rd.

On the hill near park, hospital, & schools. Nice home on a beautiful lrg city lot.

Superb neighborhood w/sizable yd & mature landscape. Tastefully updated by a designer. Cozy & very well built older home with lots of storage, original hardwood floors, cozy frplc. Upgrades include new roof, furnace & windows.

Cozy home, great location for investment!

Looks sharp – By Owner. Lower price $219,000 – offers.

770-3645 for showing.

OPEN HOUSE Sat., Sept. 7th, 1-4 PM 10761 Bay Meadows Lane Burlington $549,000

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615 Peterson Rd., Burlington $249,000 Do not miss this very nicely updated 3 bedroom 2.5 bedroom home on 1.14 acres. A new roof, interior and exterior paint, floor coverings and so much more. Plus the property has subdivision possibilities.

Call Ron Gilbertson for more info 360-708-1234 MLS# 414403 Remax Valley Homes

GORGEOUS HOME IN BAY MEADOWS. 3,295 sf craftsman home on 1 acre.

Great room river rock fireplace, slab granite island kitchen. Stunning master on main w/5 pc bath, 2 sided fireplace & lg walk in closet. 3 bdrm upstairs.

Upgrades throughout. Five minutes to easy I-5 access.

ERIK PEDERSEN 360-391-1935 erikpedersengroup@ gmail.com KELLER WILLIAMS WESTERN REALTY

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CL A SSIFIEDS OPEN HOUSE SUN. SEPT. 8th 1-4pm 12363 Bayhill Drive, Burlington

Great location in the Burlington School District.

3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, ¾ inch hardwood floors, granite, master suite, save thousands no flood insurance, formal/informal dining, sports court/play house, too many features to list. Tim L. Good RSVP Real Estate 360-708-3828

516 Myrtle, LaConner NEW PRICE - $199,000

Well maintained rambler with spacious kitchen, 3 bdrm, 1.75 ba. Kitchen opens to family area with gas frplc. Lrg 2 car garage with ample shop space.

Shopping, marina & good restaurants within walking distance. 1540 sq. ft. of move in ready living space in progressive LaConner School Dist. Left on Maple past round-about right on Myrtle at Medical Clinic.

MLS# 529946 Ray Taipale 360-630-4177 Shorebird Properties, Inc.

22404 Shady Lane Mount Vernon

Nicely updated home on 9.71 acres in very secluded setting near Big Lake. 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths and 5 skylights make this home bright & cheery. Enjoy awesome mountain views from this private setting. Also has great 1,440 sq ft shop bldg.

MLS #460849

$299,500 Call Jeff Ingman (360) 202-2859 Brown McMillen Real Estate

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8720 Arnold Lane Concrete $139,000 ZERO down, $850/mo with USDA financing*. Gorgeous 3 BD 1 1/2 BA on 1/3 acre lot with spectacular view of Mt. Baker and Sauk Mtn. USDA $0 down eligible. *on approved credit by lender, rates subject to change.

Erik Pedersen 360-391-1935

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Samish Island WATERFRONT 10529 Samish Is. Rd. $749,000 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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2102 10th Street, Anacortes, WA

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

Make an Offer on this charming 2266 sq ft home.

Gourmet kitchen, fabulous views, quiet neighborhood 4 Bdrm, 2 3/4 bath, cozy great room off gourmet kitchen, 2 car garage and 2 car carport, attic, full basement lots of storage/shop room. Mature landscaping, close to downtown, corner lot 100 x 120 ft lot. $589,000!

"Old Town" Call (360) 293-5409 or (360) 770-4334 to SEE!

Owner Must Relocate Samish Island Waterfront Bargain $475,000 *2,750 sq. ft. on .95 acres *3 Bdrm / 3.25 Ba *Oversized 2 Car Garage *Outbuilding w/carport *Office + 2 bonus rooms Custom Craftsman w/25' of waterfront, park like setting. 2 level ironwood decks w/views of Padilla Bay. Well maintained home with lots of storage and many extras. Please call or email for more details. Realtors are welcome. Any reasonable offer will be considered.

9418 Marshall Rd., Bow (360) 395-5525 bubba@wavecable.com

OPEN HOUSE 1011 NEZ PERCE Saturday 1-4. Wonderful Updated 3 Bedroom Home.

Cory Kiehn Keller Williams 360-441-1760

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$295,000 – Great location 4 min. off I-5, Exit #231 (Chuckanut Dr.) to Allen West Rd. - an outstanding, totally remodeled home, slightly over (1) one acre with a farmland view. 1,490 sq. ft. of living space, 2 Bdrm, + 315 sq. ft. of new deck, + 720 sq. ft. detached garage, 6” insulation R-21, finished for hobbies/crafts or 2 automobiles. Very large improved parking area. Thank you for calling 360-766-5000.

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1520 MEADOWLARK LANE, MOUNT VERNON $349,000

4500 SQ. FT. CUSTOM HOME. Beautiful, spacious, striking custom design by Ladies Home Journal architectural editor. Many, many custom built ins; with each room a generous size. Three bedrooms, yet two family rooms, a den; each which could provide additional bedrooms. Two natural gas log fireplaces. Lots of light! One steps out onto expansive decking with beautiful views of the estate including 2.66 acres. Fenced with small barn for horse.

Sandy Everett Danya Wolf 360-202-3706 360-708-8294 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY SEPT. 7 2-4:30PM MLS# 425689 2011 E HIGHLAND ST, MOUNT VERNON

$139,500 1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

32540 COCKREHAM IS. RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

$299,500 19444 SILVER CREEK DR SEDRO WOOLLEY

$397,000 4710 PARKVIEW LN., MT. VERNON

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Turn of the century updated farmhouse on 15.89 acres, Grows great hay and is all set up for Suzanne Jenkins horses and cattle. 97x80 Barn & 2 360-941-2983 other outbuildings. View of Sauk Mtn. Laminate flooring in kitchen, dining & living rooms & tile in bathroom! Master on first floor. Large dining room. Newer roof. MLS#503238

Home on secluded acreage, w/ a huge, private master walk-in closet, gorgeous tiled bath, thermo masseur tub tucked in a bay window w/ windows around, 5’ Brett Tacker shower w/French doors. Living rm w/ 360-840-7931 vaulted ceiling, skylights w/rolldown shades, awesome Blaze King woodstove. Custom kitchen, warm, inviting, dlx propane range oven w/elect. drawer oven, dw w/ stainless int. All int. doors solid 6 panel fir. Birch floor entry & dining. MLS# 530109

Craftsman w/ spacious main floor living & bright finished lower level. Entry w/skylight; Formal Dining w/Butler Elva Hunter pantry; Kitchen w/granite & 360-202-3086 stainless appl, cozy great rm w/gas fireplace & bkshlvs. Lg. master suite.

Downstairs has lg family room plus 3 bdrms, full bath & private patio. MLS#489356

$449,000 8038 FARM TO MARKET RD, BURLINGTON $419,995

6489 STATE ROUTE 9, SEDRO WOOLLEY $259,900

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3 bdrm rambler on 2 acres with 1400 sq.ft shop/garage with adjoining insulated

Owners purchased this home 35 years ago when they were first married. Nice upgrades Danya Wolf over the years, now this home 360-708-8294 is being rented on a month to month tenancy. Lovely generous sized yard with decking and evergreen trees nicely encased within fencing with gates on each side. Plenty of parking. MLS#529799 1400 EAGLE RIDGE DR, MOUNT VERNON

Spacious living, circular drive to patio,level entry. Quality built & Elva Hunter designed home with vaulted ceilgs, 360-202-3086 covered deck. Main flr master w/ double closet & bath. 2 more BR & 2 BA + office.

Downstairs has 2 BR & BA, large family rm, could be MIL unit. Professionally landscaped. RV Parking. Close to Golf Course, Medical, prime location, almost 1 acre.

MLS# 524620

$322,000 404&406 E. FAIRHAVEN AVE, BURLINGTON

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tack room. Home has hardwood floors, Wonderful farm home situated on level shy 12 ac. Huge country kitchen w/newer stainless appliances. Donna Kurras Lg mud/laundry rm. Extra bonus 360-770-7596 playroom upstairs. Over 3200 sq ft barn/machine shed w/hay loft plus other outbuildings. Full RV hook up w/elect and septic.

MLS# 516696

$445,000 16805 3RD AVE, LA CONNER

Very private, beautifully landscaped 2.3 acre lot with a very nice 2,920 sq. ft. home. Suzanne Jenkins Formal dining room. Family 360-941-2983 room opens up to a large deck. Kitchen has lots of cabinets, deco ceramic tiles and eating bar.

3 bdrm with large bonus room (could be 4th bedroom). 100 year concrete tile roof. Fenced back yard and a garden shed. RV Parking. MLS# 510723

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completely fenced usable pasture. 6+ fruit and nut trees. MLS#520904

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY SEPT. 7 2-5PM

Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983

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Walk to the beach, tennis courts & picnic areas as owner has an Awesome Investment! Great ownership interest in beach front, central location in “downtown” Burlington. Two retail/office Danya Wolf acreage; and amenities. Classic Danya Wolf spaces! Approx. 2800 sq.ft. Both 360-708-8294 view home has many up dates while 360-708-8294 retaining character.

Covered front with current long term tenants. One side is a dance studio and offers small kitchenette porch,”powder room” hidden off of entry way; huge and half bath, laminate floors. Other side is living room w/ tremendous windows & fabulous year round views! Former living quarters in daylight Optometrist office also with half bath. basement. 2nd building lot possible. MLS# 533461 MLS# 535417 $189,900 920 NEZ PERCE, MOUNT VERNON $355,000 719 PYRAMID PEAK PLACE, MOUNT VERNON $290,000

3 spacious bds & 2 full ba. The master suite features a full bath w/ jettedtub and walk-in closet, easy access to Jessie Cavazos 360-770-5623 backyard. Fully fenced yard. Within walking distance to Burlington City library, City Park, Medical facility and Elementary School. MLS# 488112

kitchen. 11/2+ acre level,

$725,000 28260 LAKE CAVANAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON $1,350/MO 36493 CAPE HORN RD, SEDRO WOOLLEY

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1 level condo w/ 2 bedroom + den w/ built in desk & cabinets. 2.5 baths, master bath w/double sink, soaking tub & walk in shower, master bedroom Elva Hunter w/access to patio. Granite in lrg kitchen 360-202-3086 & dining w/sliding door to a private patio for your morning coffee and enjoy nature. Large 2 car garage and spacious driveway. In beautiful Eaglemont golf course community! MLS# 528016 1320 E FAIRHAVEN,BURLINGTON

updated kitchen cabinets. Tile floors in

Stunning and spacious w/ 3 huge bedrooms, all w/ walk in closets.

Everett Stainless kitchen opens to a large Sandy 360-202-3706 recreation room. 2nd huge bonus room upstairs where master has a “room sized” closet and bath w/ soaking tub & separate shower. Home has a 2 car garage w/ automatic door & backyard has a paver patio w/ fire pit. MLS# 524267

This huge, modern, remodeled triple-wide is located on a private .89 acre cleared lot, backed by trees. New floor coverings & paint are found throughout. The ground area around the home has been freshly graveled & a new deck & porch will be finished soon. The 25’X17” living room complements the 4 spacious BR & 2 full BA. The kitchen boasts newer appliances, tiled counter tops, an eating area & skylight. Bonus Rm off kitchen. $45 app fee per adult applicant 18 & over .MLS# 529766

Spacious living, all on 1 level! Plenty of space (1ac) comes with this lovely Everett home at the end of a long driveway. Sandy 360-202-3706 Large rooms complete with nice carpeting are found throughout. Home is right across the street from the River and property has great garden potential. MLS# 447728

23191 SR9, LAKE MCMURRAY $479,900

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY SEPT. 7 1-3PM

Beautifully appointed custom 3 bdr waterfront home w/ amazing views and park-like approach. This home features formal living and dining rooms, vaulted ceilings & large kitchen w/ stunning view.

Daylight basement offers kitchenette and office/ library; Dock, boat launch and 75’ of Lake McMurray Danya Wolf frontage.

MLS#440278 360-708-8294

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

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