Real Estate Weekly | April 8, 2016

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Q & A: ASK OUR BROKER P. 4

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Happy New Home -

Some things to consider for your new (or old) home…

Prepare to Reno

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Q & A: Ask Our Broker

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The Old School Rule: Know the Schools

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Classifieds

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Coat trees, pub tables, cheval mirrors, bedroom sets, bookcases, long dining tables, 1-of-a-kind benches. wooden toys.

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Sedro-Woolley $159,900 First time buyer or investor. 3 BR, gas forced air heat.

Fresh paint in bedrooms & bath. New linoleum in bath, kitchen & laundry room. Fenced backyard. Long driveway all the way back to alley. Nice in town location.

MLS #906044.

Call Ivana, 770-3550

Sedro-Woolley $245,000 Fantastic location on quiet cul-de-sac. 3 BR, 1.75 BA. Unfinished bonus area ready for your ideas! Fenced yard and covered patio. RV parking. Outside sprinkler system. MLS #919474 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Lyman $319,500 Well-kept 3 BR, 2.5 home. Daylight basement. Rec room downstairs. 2 car attached garage. 2 car detached garage. Full acre with outbuilding. MLS #916823 Call Jim, 708-1681

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Welcome our New Broker, Laura Kaestner!

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Burlington $353,000 Well-kept 3 BR, 2.5 BA home on .22 acres. Main floor has beautiful hardwood flooring in kitchen & walkways.

Formal living & dining areas. Family room off kitchen with gas fireplace. Spacious master bedroom with soaker tub & walk-in shower. 2 car garage with shop space. Large deck & patio areas. RV parking. MLS #919970 Call Ron, 333-1045

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mount Vernon $255,000 2 BR, 1.75 BA rambler. Located in quiet location. Easy commute; minutes from I-5. Outside cellar to store canned goods w/smoker. Maddox Creek runs through the property. Garage w/attached room could be 3rd BR or office. Apple trees & garden spots. MLS #859850 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Office space for lease on Riverside Drive. Call Wilma at 360-661-1631 for details.

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

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Laura Kaestner’s 15+ years of expertise in sales, marketing, and customer service in both the corporate world and as a small business owner, gives her the skills to negotiate the purchase (or sale) of your home competitively and gives home buyers and sellers confidence they will receive the most creative solutions to their real estate needs. Laura is a certified Military Relocation Professional (MRP) and respects the detail, commitment, and loyalty that is so important to our Veterans and active Military.

Maggie deSouza 610-8413

Ayla Contois 610-1652

Jennifer Baker 220-1526

Willa Gilquist 253-318-6131

Luara Kaestner 441-5099

Steph Vervaart 755-5555

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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SANDI RILEY 770-8670

North Homes Realty Inc. 914 PRESIDIO PLACE, SEDRO WOOLLEY $249,500

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. 1:00-4:00 SHELLY C. 708-4377/SANDI R. 770-8670

OPEN HOUSE SAT. 1:00-4:00 SANDI RILEY 770-8670

• GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO SCHOOLS,MEDICAL & ALL SERVICES, QUIET ST.• 3 BEDROOMS, 1.5 BA., LG. FAMILY RM. W/FIREPLACE, FRESH PAINT• NEWER 30 YR. ROOF, LG. FENCED YD., ENJOY WESTERLY SUNSET VIEWS!

• WOODED GREENBELT BEHIND, LG. 1572 SQ. FT. “MARLETTE” BEAUTY• 2 BIG BEDROOMS, 2 BA., SUNNY KITCHEN W/NEW APPLIANCES • FAMILY ROOM PLUS DEN/ OFFICE, GAS HEAT, CLOSE TO CLUBHOUSE !

2725 E. FIR ST. “PARK VILLAGE” MT. VERNON $52,900

2610 E. SECTION STREET “LITTLE MTN. ESTATES”, MV $47,500

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10515 SAMISH ISLAND RD., BOW HOSTED BY: KRISTEN TUTTLE Private 1 ac setting w/spacious home & 2100sf shop.

1 1/2 story w/wrap around porch. $585,000. #891540.

SOLID HOUSE..a good fixer,2 Br., 1.75 Ba., good location, nice lot,hardwood flrs, built-ins. New roof,furnace, & windows. & more. $150,000. #886431 LAKE CAVANAUGH-no bank waterfront.. Gorgeous views from charming home beautiful wood floors, wood vaulted ceilings. Spacious kitchen, lg deck, outdoorfrpl & your own dock. $725,000. #810568 LOOKING FOR AN INVESTMENT..or warehouse space 2 bays w/office space & bathrooms, perfect condition, fully enclosed yard. Great location, $259,500.

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT.. Use this space for your office, massage therapy or other wellness service.

132 sq. ft. for rent in great Burlington location. Rent $350 #891457

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840-4375 333-7783 770-7083 661-5538

Sandy Everett 360.202.3706

Great neighborhood of lovely homes, sidewalks & curbs.

Close to the hospital, college and bus line. Spacious rooms, all with fresh paint. Kitchen has an island & all appliances stay. Master bedroom has new tiled floor. Wonderful bonus room with fireplace, opens to backyard with deck and a private place for your hot tub. MLS#918064

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• ENJOY 55+ PARK LIVING AT IT’S VERY BEST, GATED PRIVACY, LG. CLUBHOUSE W/POOL! • 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATH, COMBO KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY FM. • HUGE STORAGE/SHOP BUILDING, PRICED TO SELL!!

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Skagit Tradition Reality 3780 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360-424-0300 www.skagittraditionrealty.com

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826 BELLA VISTA LANE, BURLINGTON HOSTED BY: JEFF INGMAN

VERY NICE..like new home, walking distance to La Con- BURLINGTON PROFESSIONAL BLDG… 1579 sf bldg in Beautiful craftsmanship, top of Brl Hill. Over 4000sf. ner. 3Br,2 Ba. just over 1100 sf.. New interior paint & great Burlington location. Currently a dental office, great heating system. #914922 $149,000 layout for variety of businesses. Adjoining lot available. many custom features. 559,900. #807007 $285,000. #733399 60 ACRES JUST $89,500!..wooded forest land just SAMISH ISLAND LOT.. Enjoy peek-a-boo Island 20 ARES WITH WATER..logged 20 years ago & has views from this lot, which also includes easement to grown back with mainly Alder. Access road to property 4 miles from Sedro Woolley. Great long term the beach below. .24 ac. Parcel. $75,000. #777533 & share in community wesll. $89,500. investment. $89,500. #891028 ATTENTION BUILDERS..two acres zoned R-2 ready TRIPLEX FOR SALE..3 units, two Bedroom’s, one-1 TOP OF THE HILL..20 acres with great views to the to be developed. Potential for 8 or 9 lot subdivision bedroom, great rental, newly remodeled & Skyline south and west. Located near Sedro Woolley. Water with utilities in street. Convenient to town. $585,000. ammenities included. $359,900. #913008 share to community well includedt. $79,500. #772211 ATTENTION BUILDERS..We have 31 lots available MLS # 890998 READY TO BUILD...Very nice .41 ac level bldg lot in with all utilities stubbed to each lot. Beautiful setting READY TO BUILD..very nice full acre lot with city limits, utilities in street w/only a lot line near Big Lake, priced from $84,000-$145,000. water, driveway & 4 Br septic system installed. adjustment, could be turned into 2 lots. $64,900. #746424 thru # 746695 #576834 Already has approved bldg permit. $204,000. #890316 56 WOODED ACRES… Located across street from FULL ACRE BLDG. LOT..nice view setting near Big Skagit River in Concrete. Beautiful mountain views at Lake with several other new homes nearby. Has approved bldg. Permit & public water available. a great price! $119,500. #891129 $127,900. #907256

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Tim Reichert Ron Wortham Mary Jo Reitsma Travi Lohman

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t the top of the wish list for most homebuyers: a home that’s move-in ready, no renovation required.

Sellers and their agents work hard to deliver the dream. Houses prepared for sale these days are often dutifully de-cluttered (thank you, Marie Kondo), freshly painted and whistle-clean. Often, a home is at least partially staged with stylish rental furnishings and accessories intended to enchant.

Yet, shortcomings in even a seemingly perfect abode can come into focus after move-in.

Perhaps a few features could make daily life easier or more comfortable. His and hers sinks.

More storage space. A separate shower.

And while homeowners may be reluctant to tackle a renovation or remodel – 35 percent say they’d rather move to a new home than remodel their current one, according to the National Association of Reators – the To Do list begins.

Remodeling to get more personal satisfaction from a home is a big reason homeowners plunge into remodeling and it’s a good one.

How Much is Too Much?

Question: We were driving around looking at houses and came across a $400,000 property that was very interesting. It had been on the market for six months and the price had been reduced from $500,000. We thought maybe the owners might be motivated to sell. We did a little more research and found that the property had been sold two years earlier for $200,000. Looking at the photos from the previous listing, it appears that the property has not been upgraded at all.

What justifies such a huge price increase?

Answer: Buyers have every right to look at the public sales and listing history of any property they want to consider. This research may suggest how to structure a purchase offer. That said, to paraphrase Wall Street, long-ago sales cannot 4 4

justify future value, whether higher or lower.

In this case, you found that the listing price had fallen by 20 percent. That would make the property seem like a bargain, at least compared to the initial price. Then you found it had sold two years earlier for $200,000. Suddenly, what seemed like a bargain now has you wondering about the property’s real value.

When you look at a property, its past price really doesn’t matter. It may be that the current owner acquired the home at a low price through a short sale or foreclosure. Or maybe this was a family deal with a big discount. In any case, that was then. The real question concerns the value and allure of the property now.

The appropriate value test is to check recent sales of similar homes in the same neighborhood. How does the target property compare? Consider that an appraiser would look at current values and not the selling prices from long, long ago.

Given that the property has been available for six months it might be that the owners would consider a still-lower offer. Maybe they have

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purchased a replacement property, face two mortgages and need to get rid of this home. Or perhaps they can no longer afford the current property because of an income loss.

Whatever the case, you must consider the property as it is today. Do you want the house? Given the comps and your personal preferences, what are you willing to pay? And how much is too much? As to what happened long, long ago, forget about it. Focus on the present.

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“Remodeling projects can greatly improve both the value of and satisfaction with one’s home, which are great things no matter the reason for a project,” says Judy Mozen, president of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.

Are you considering a home project? Before you break out the tarps and duct tape, review the ground rules for hiring a professional, provided by NKBA and Angie’s List:• Do your homework: meet with at least three designers or contractors to see if they are qualified for your needs.

• Ask for references: a reputable company will be able to provide you with a list.

• Get it in writing: Get at least three written estimates to compare costs and timelines. Don’t automatically hire the lowest bidder.

• Check references, qualifications, licenses and complaints: Get a copy of the contractor’s license and copies of the licenses of any subcontractors who will work on the job. Make sure the licenses will be valid for the duration of your job. Read online reviews carefully.

• Understand payment options: Don’t pay cash. Limit your down payment and try to make payments during the project contingent upon completion of specific amounts of work.

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RESIDENTIAL 16442 Fir Island Rd, MV $409,500 Charming 4 bedroom farmhouse on 2+ acres with beautiful barn & quaint 1 bed, 1 bath 750 SF rented cottage. House boasts hardwood floors, great country kitchen, & spacious living room, classic dining room with gas fireplace. Huge back deck & garden shed/ studio.

Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #742313

7757 Dillard Ave, Concrete $89,900 Investment opportunity! Great rental with good renters. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1300+ SF. Quiet location at the end of the street. Large fenced yard, 2 car covered parking. Great family room with wood stove that has a beautiful surround.

Call Geri Cole, 391-1614 #834565 45697 Main St, Concrete $125,000 Cute craftsman house in the heart of Concrete. Open floor plan, covered front porch, original hardwood floors in living room plus fir in the bedrooms.

Bathroom has been updated with tiled tub surround.

Newer vinyl windows. Shop space in the basement & garden space in the back.

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\ 602 W. Bennett ST, SW $249,900 Cute house at the end of a dead end street with an extra-large lot. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1204 SF. Fully remodeled with new kitchen, bathroom, flooring, new doors & trim plus paint. Shop space in the carport plus a shelter for your animals or toys. Perfect place for chickens or goats. Fish pond in front yard.

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1068 Homestead Dr, Burl $275,000 Clean, well built, 2-story, 3 bed, 2.5 bath home located in a desirable neighborhood close to schools, community parks, & easy access to shopping & I-5.

Main level has an open floor plan with a large kitchen & family room leading out to a deck overlooking the back yard. Large master on main with a walk-in closet & private bath. Upper level has 2 bedrooms & a bonus room.

Call Spencer Roozen, 708-0634 #913985

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN. APRIL 9TH, 10TH 12-3 2520 S. 18th St, MV $289,000 Well-maintained 3 bed, 2.5 bath home with privacy in desirable Blackburn Ridge area. Living room w/gas FP. Main level bonus room as possible 4th bedroom.

Property has stately evergreen trees & backs up to greenbelt. Fenced back yard & large deck w/gazebo.

Call Warren Bingham, 770-2421 #895516 15408 State Route 9, MV $295,000 1910 farmhouse plus a 1980 Mfg home on 2 adjoining lots totaling 7.93 acres. Beautiful mountain & valley views, fruit trees, & rolling pasture space. Individual Septic systems for both properties; shared well between the 2. Lots of possibilities. 2254 SF, 4 beds, 2.25 baths.

Bill & Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446/ Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360-298-4857 #855253 300 N. Oak St, Burl $299,900 Turn of the century home offering beautiful millwork & character. Free standing gas stove, formal dining & living rooms. Lg. master suite. Wrap around deck, outbuilding & garage. Exterior access for large attached office w/ kitchen & bath. Great location.

Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #865119 507 N. 1st St, MV $324,000 Remodeled triplex located close to downtown, shopping & medical district, easy freeway access.

Each unit is 2 beds, 1 bath. Open floor plans, light & bright, kitchen w/ breakfast bar & eating area. Lower level has an add’l 500+SF of space. 4 private storage spaces.

Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #827196 773 Telegraph Rd, Bellingham $379,900 Completely updated home in desirable location close to schools & shopping. 4 bedroom, 1.75 baths, custom tile in baths & slate entry. Beautiful fireplace, wood insert with slate seat. Brand new stainless appliances.

Large bonus/rec room on lower level with a natural gas wall fireplace. Many other updates!

Call Geri Cole, 391-1614 #902201

OPEN HOUSE SAT. APRIL 9TH, 1-3 17995 W. Big Lake Blvd, MV $447,900 NO BANK WATERFRONT, 140 feet of Big Lake frontage offering spectacular lake, mountain & golf course views. Approx. 512 SF. dock, lg. detached 3/4 bath house, RV parking. Over 1400 SF of living space, 3 beds. Beautiful cabinets with a Murphy bed can be used as an office or guest bedroom. Open floor plan.

Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #890619

Glencoe Lane, ANA $75,000 Level property with a beautiful private setting on just shy 3 acres located on Guemes Island. Good sized outbuilding for storage, potential for a drilled well, power at the road.

Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #915721 15939 State Route 9, MV $108,000 Nice view property. Great location the property has a well with the Department of Ecology tag on it. It was put in, in 2002, but the county will not issue a permit for construction due to building moratorium. Nice recreational property.

Call April Axthelm, 661-4947 #784662 7270 Sled Run, Concrete $110,000 City water available. Wonderful 5.91 acres secluded yet just a few blocks from downtown Concrete with views of Glacier Peak. A buildable lot was cleared, perk test was done, electricity is to the lot. This Lot is just waiting for you to build your dream home.

Call Deborah McNeal, 707-8073 #602064 Robinwood Lane, Bow $200,000 20 acre treed lot with mature conifers on desirable Bow Hill location. Classified as timberland. Minutes to I-5 or Chuckanut Drive for easy commuting Property is on a dead-end lane cul-de-sac.

Call Warren Bingham, 770-2421 #911649

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6818 Gibralter Pl, ANA $579,900 Beautiful home w/a 24x36 2-story shop! The tranquil grounds include 3 recirculating ponds, bird aviaries, a lg. aggregate patio, gazebo, terraced rock walls & stone pathways throughout. Formal living/dining, spacious master, den/office & a family room round out this nice floor plan. Located on a .40 ac lot on a dead-end in the desired Gibralter area. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Bill/Jannette Krieger 421-4446/Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360-298-4857 #902885 14259 Beaver Lake Rd, MV $1,198,000 Beautiful 82.5 acre income producing hay farm. Wellkept 2 story home with large rooms. 2 barns with additional 24X36 shop. Large fertile garden with fruit trees, berries, & grapes. PUD water plus water rights.

Don’t want to farm? Land lease is possible. Additional 35 acres of rental ground available. Close to town yet peaceful country living.

Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #875005

12812 East Lake Dr, SW $203,000 One of a kind. Approx. 250 ft. of waterfront on Clear Lake with a view to the west. Breath taking sunsets, boating, fishing, and much more! Over 2 acres with marketable timber.

Call George Bellos, 708-9762 #811395

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413 State St, La Conner $249,000 Charming townhouse complete with white picket fence and beautiful grounds in the historic waterfront Village of La Conner. Light-filled open floor plan with fire-lit living room that opens to Kitchen & Dining area. French doors lead out to the deck for easy entertaining. Large Master w/jetted tub. Second Bedroom has en-suite bath. Wrap around decks create lovely indoor/outdoor spaces to enjoy the lush grounds. Nestled in quiet area in La Conner; convenient walk to shopping, restaurants & marina!

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 916079 NE

519 Talbott Rd, La Conner $549,000 Featured in Fine Homebuilding Magazine, this unique custom residence is thoughtfully & artistically designed, brimming with old world charm; from the romantic, intimate spaces with surprises of whimsy, in the main & guest houses to the lush gardens & spacious shop. The spaces truly create a magical environment that delights all the senses! The attention to detail throughout the home presents a true European Cultural feel with regard to style, form, colors, materials & quality craftsmanship.

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 915565

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18328 Capet Zalsiluce Rd, La Conner $189,900 Don’t just imagine life on the beach, live it! This darling 3 bedroom cabin lives large with expansive views of Skagit Bay, Whidbey Island and the Olympic Mountains. Large deck, great for entertaining with stairs to the beach to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Just minutes to the darling towns of La Conner or Anacortes. Great for full time living or use as a vacation rental.

Rebecca Chamberlain 360.421.5021 MLS# 918156 NE

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3602 West 8th St, Anacortes $525,000 VIEW VIEW!! Beautiful 4BD, 3 full bath home on professionally landscaped lot w/soothing water feature. LR has vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, 2 way sided fireplace & bay window. Kitchen has Corian counters, upgraded cabinets, recessed lighting, SS appliances & breakfast bar. Master has sliding doors to deck, separate shower/soaker tub. Upper deck is glassed in & includes a BBQ. Downstairs is 2 bedrooms & full bath, large family room w/slider to fenced backyard. Lots of storage under stairs.

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4716 Cypress Dr, Anacortes $339,000 Stylish & charming one level home offers an open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Bright & well-lit kitchen features an eating bar and is open to the DR & great room. Additional space off the great room can be used for a multitude of uses-breakfast nook, office space, sitting room w/ lots of light coming in from the front porch. Windows overlook the rear deck & fully fenced yard w/ access from dining room allow for easy indoor/outdoor enjoyment. Two car garage w/oversized driveway.

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3905 Isle Way, Anacortes $485,000 Enjoy wonderful, active views of Guemes Channel & San Juans from The Isles. The Isles is a new development that provides quality homes that are low maintenance, energy efficient & ecologically responsible. Custom cabinets of alder, fir wainscoting, cherry floors, slab granite, beautiful tiles, ductless heat pump, surround sound, designer carpet and fixtures are some of the features in this home. Clubhouse, waterfall, outdoor living area and maintained grounds.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 918368 1308 32nd St, Anacortes $425,900 Landed Gentry’s custom designed Padilla floor plan features 4 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths in a spacious 2,461 square feet. The main level features a large living room, and kitchen that opens to the dining area.

There is also a study, half bath, and large laundry room. Upstairs features the master bed and bath, three additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and a large family room perfect for movie nights! With 2-car garage access off the alley, this home really has it all.

Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 MLS# 887901 3320 Oakes Ave, Anacortes $1,299,000 This fantastic remodeled waterfront home overlooking the Guemes Channel has 180 degree view of islands & Mt. Baker. 3 bedrooms, 2-1/4 baths; home is equipped with high end appliances, has a concrete deck & abundance of parking including room for an RV or large boat. Breathtaking views & spacious lot gives waterfront living a new meaning.

Bill Robillard 360.770.4707 MLS# 882708 3407 H Ave, Anacortes $585,000 Wonderful home w/ room for everyone. Grand living areas from floor to ceiling. Lg picture windows over looking Fidalgo Bay and Mt. Baker. Perfect location to town, schools and Whidbey Island. Upstairs has an oversized kitchen eating area with beautiful cabinets, travertine floors and a door going to deck for the outside entertaining. Mstr bdrm w/ fp, jetted tub, shower & office on main level. Lower lever has a media room, wet bar, fam rm and 2 bdrms with outside access to the back yard.

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117 Wishkah, Center Isl $52,000 Sunny and ready to go! This pretty lot has a small water view, septic system, water & pwr in street and is 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 is a very fun community with two docks, a private airstrip, full-time caretaker, clubhouse and common waterfront for your enjoyment. A lovely place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and only 30 min by water taxi from Anacortes.

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67 Kalama Pl, La Conner $45,000 Ready to build your dream home on large, level, cleared lot with underground utilities on quiet, deadend street. Enjoy Shelter Bay amenities including golf, tennis, beach, swimming pools, tennis courts & marina. Moorage available!

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4 Centerview Dr, Decatur Isl $47,900 Very pretty Decatur Shores lot is ready to build.

Possibility of a lovely water view from 2nd story in this park-like setting. Underground utilities are in the road including lines to community drain field, for possible hookup. Located in a quiet picturesque area at the south end of the island, property has easy access to private airstrip, dock and 10 acre waterfront park. Bring your own boat or plane or use the convenient water taxi from Anacortes. Daily mail & DSL available.

Sarah Jones 360.333.2783 MLS# 916108

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THE OLD-SCHOOL RULE: Know the Schools The home you’re eyeing gets an ‘A.’ Does the school district earn a passing grade?

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ou have your heart set on a dream home that’s within your budget, close to work, in a nice neighborhood and ripe for the picking.

It passed the test with a home inspector and you’ve passed the test with a mortgage lender.

But you’re about to score an ‘F’ for not looking closer at a key criterion: the quality of nearby schools.

Even if you have no children or don’t plan to be a parent, the performance and reputation of the local school district can have a major impact on your satisfaction as a homeowner.

“The quality of the school district has a direct correlation on property value and how easily you can sell the home in the future,” says Janine Acquafredda, associate broker with House N Key Realty, Brooklyn, N.Y. “You want to buy in an area with a good school-district reputation because there may come a time when you want to sell. School reputation is one of the top three must-haves for serious buyers with children.”

Of course, a good neighborhood school does not always mean a good school for your child. “You want to make sure your children will be comfortable and successful in their school environment,” Acquafredda points out.

Typically, families with children remain in their homes longer and upgrade or update their homes more often. “They are more concerned about the 8 8

neighborhood parks, maintenance and safety – important factors that equate to higher home values,” Kyle Alfriend, real estate agent with Alfriend Real Estate of RE/MAX Achievers, Dublin, Ohio, says.

Doing your homework on local schools starts with talking to your real estate agent. Request local school rankings, standardized test scores and graduation rates of public, private and charter schools within the district where you’re thinking about purchasing.

Get the names of and contact information for area schools.

“Proximity to home is very important for children and parents. It should be convenient to get to and from area schools,” Acquafredda says.

Gathering facts on paper is helpful, but experts still recommend visiting local schools, walking through classrooms and meeting with administrators and teachers, if possible. Be prepared to ask questions, such as the size of classes, student-to-teacher ratio, diversity of classes, any boundary changes planned, if a variety of afterschool and extracurricular activities offered and more.

Most schools allow you to schedule a time to talk to the principal and faculty or to attend a parent open house.

“This is a great time to bring your list of questions and to start forming relationships with other parents,” Christian Ross, senior vice president/managing broker for Atlanta-based Village Realty, says. “Touring

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the school during the day is also a great way to see how children are learning and interacting with teachers.”

Alfriend believes it’s important to examine the school district’s stability. “How consistent are the school’s test scores and trends? Are past years’ test scores an anomaly or a consistent performance?” he asks. “The scores may be good now, but how have they been looking back 5, 10, even 15 years?

How is the district funded and will they continue to get the funds they need? Does the area have a history of voting down needed school funding?”

Areas with lower school scores are often in areas with lower local taxes and property taxes. If you’re not satisfied with the quality of area public schools, a nearby private school could be an alternative. One option is to buy a home that’s in an area with great local amenities but a poor school district, yet is close to a quality private school.

“I went this route with the home I just purchased,” says Ross. “I was able to get into a great location with proximity to everything. The schools were not great, but being able to buy a condo for $120,000 next door to a $600,000-plus neighborhood took the guesswork out of buying for me.

“In this instance, what you save in the sales price you can invest into a private school,” Ross says.

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238 Elwha Drive, La Conner MLS#901169 Truly one of a kind custom built 3 Bdrm, 2.75 BA water view home featuring magnificent views with something for everyone.

Directions: Shelter Bay, left on Skagit Way, and right on Elwha, home is on the corner.

Maureen Good RSVP Real Estate (360) 441-9719

16324 Jungquist Rd. Mount Vernon 98273 1909 Victorian farmhouse located on the Mount Vernon flats with almost 10 acres! 5 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths and 2072 sq ft.

Original fir floors, high ceilings and walk-in closets. Level 9.81 acre sought after farmland near tulips and daffodil fields. 24 x 48 ft huge shop plus other outbuildings, and an accessory dwelling unit that could be fixed up on property.

Many possibilities in a great location.

MLS #911533 Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692

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1,272 sqft, new flooring, carpet, paint, lighting & roof. 5 offices, 3 bathrooms, shower & laundry room, kitchen, reception area, lunchroom, Cat 5 network cable wired, ADT security. Existing plumbing in 4 offices. Call (253) 332-3657.

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4518 EDGEMONT PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

$310,000

4605 BEAVER POND DRIVE EAGLEMONT

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With attention to detail, wonderful home w/spectacular views of Eaglemont Golf Course! French Doors w/slate entry, hardwood & carpet, living w/gas fireplace, Elva Hunter formal dining. Fabulous gourmet kitchen 360-202-3086 solid granite island, beautiful cabinets, opens to Lg great room w/fireplace & box beam ceiling.

French doors open to Large Deck that spans the entire house, overlooking the golf course. Eaglemont Community w/spectacular clubhouse & restaurant. MLS#815455 21260 LAKE SIXTEEN RD, CONWAY

$330,000

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Carla Fischer Danya Wolf Incredible valley and mountain view from custom 360-982-0010 360-708-8294 3,000 sq ft 4 + bedroom, 2.75 bath home with granite kitchen counter tops; brick masonry heatalator fireplace; bay window off of living room; daylight basement; wraparound decking;and stair steps along easterly side of home. All nicely framed with fir,cedar, and maple trees, beautiful rhododendrons; and a circular driveway with lots of parking at the top! Best of both worlds: close to town yet private setting on park like 4/10 acre tract.. MLS#917099

QUAIL DR, MOUNT VERNON 98274

$5,000,000

4+ Acres Private 4.5 ac setting with an adorable remodeled cottage located in sought after Conway School District. Inside you will find an updated kitchen w/skylight, built in china hutch and a walk-in pantry. Beautiful hardwood floors thru Donna Kurras out most of the home. Newer master 360-770-7596 bath w/jetted tub. Lg shop area w/huge separate storage rm. Outside has raised garden beds, a barn, fish pond and green house and lots of decking for outdoor entertaining.

Invisible fence for dogs. One year home warranty included.

MLS #909584 2907 BROADWAY, MV

$235,000

Spacious 3 bed/1.75 bath home in excellent quasi- cul-de-sac location. Home offers kitchen with pantry, natural gas heat, large yard, double car garage and plenty of extra parking! MLS#897527

$1,500,000 1809 TUNDRA LOOP, MV

18870 QUAIL DRIVE, MV

Street of Dreams home built in 1990 by Nordic Construction.180 Suzanne Jenkins degree view of valley, Mount Rainier, 360.941.2983 Olympics, and Mount Baker. Spacious, well-appointed rooms throughout. Lots of light! Lovely portico to double door entry way with marble flooring. Double doors from entry to back yard with more view. Sometimes wildlife Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 come to visit! Game room over looks family room and spacious kitchen to the north and Camano Island to the south, southwest. Multi levels inside & out. MLS#893504

1804 BAKERVIEW CT. #LOT 170, MOUNT VERNON $165,000

Phenomenal views! Gated 278 Acres ( more or less ) with Suzanne Jenkins waterfront land offers pristine, private 10 acre Lake w/ 360.941.2983 cabin and great fishing, previously stocked with rainbow trout! Future development potential; cell tower provides income; water available; natural gas available; private gravel pit; great road system. Spectacular 360 degree views from the highest point. MLS#915780

Incrediblehome! valleyImpeccably and mountain view from custom 3,000 Danya Wolf Welcome maintained, privately situated sq ft 4home + bedroom, bath home granite view located 2.75 on edge of culwith de sac withkitchen extra 360-708-8294 counter tops; brick masonry heatalator fireplace; window of parking.

Slightly formal yet warm and inviting homebay offers valleyoff view livingview room; daylightBaker; basement; wraparound decking;and steps plus of Mount tiled entry; lots of natural light, stair multitude along easterly side of home. Allcounter nicely framed with fir,cedar, and maple of kitchen cabinetry;granite tops;hardwood floors,pull out trees, beautiful rhododendrons; a circular driveway room/den with lots pantry;tremendous storage space;and office/computer/family of parking at theviews top!plus Bestsmall of both close to town private offers fabulous loft;worlds: spacious master suiteyetw/vanity setting on park likegenerous 4/10 acredeck;covered tract.. MLS#917099 and walk-in closet; patio. MLS#906466

Mount Baker view from one of the premier large lots (10972 Sq. Ft) in beautiful Eaglemont! Builder/ Owner will build for you or bring John Hunter your own builder! All utilities 360-202-3854 are in and ready for you to build.

Complete set of plans for a beautiful home on this lot is negotiable. Builder completed 1806 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. MLS#848246

$315,000

Just 9 yrs old this 3 bed/2 bath Trumpeter Meadows one story home is waiting for you! Danya Wolf Home features include ceramic tile; vaulted 360-708-8294 ceilings; beautiful natural gas fireplace; kitchen with lovely oak cabinetry and granite counters! ; well-maintained yard with privacy fencing , patio and pleasant territorial view; and a generous sized 2 car attached garage. Welcome home! MLS #902342

OLD HIGHWAY 99 N, ALGER

Mostly level 9.5 approx. acres with easy access to I-5. Drilled well needed. Sewer hookup to be approved by county with approximately a $9600 hookup fee. MLS#918467

$98,000

Suzanne Jenkins Carla Fischer 360.941.2983 360-982-0010

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

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