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1610 ALPINE CREST LOOP, UNIT A, MOUNT VERNON $369,000OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY, MARCH 16TH, 12:00-2:00A step above with this fantastic upscale condo with southern exposure, spectacular mountain & golf course views. Open fl oor plan with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2399 sq. ft. on 2 levels with mahogany decks on each level. Master on main level with walk-in closet, separate shower/jetted tub. Kitchen with custom cabinets, granite, stainless appliances & island. Library with den with built-in bookshelves. Crown molding, vacuum system & sound system, hardwood fl oors, security system & many more upgrades throughout. MLS# 446921

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Mount Vernon $225,000Older home on fenced 2.22 acres. 2 BR/1 BA, 1120 sq. ft. Large detached heated shop & outbuildings. Previously was “Walker’s Uphol-stery”. Covered parking for 6 vehicles. Great location! Great potential! MLS#458198

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

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Rockport $179,950Level 4.5 parcel. Over 1600 sq. ft. home w/3 BR/2 BA. Approx. 2000 sq. ft. garage. Peaceful and quiet area. Amazing views. MLS#457850

Call Ron, 333-1045

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Mount Vernon $299,000 Immaculate 3 BR/2.5 BA home with lovely view of the foothills. 3 car garage. Roomy .3 acre lot with fruit trees and garden space. Gas fi replace. Over 2300 sq. ft. & unfi nished bonus storage. MLS#422408

Call Debbie, 708-8780

Mount Vernon $659,000125’ low waterfront on Big Lake. Over 2500 sq. ft. w/3 BR, a den and rec room. Large patio w/hot tub. Huge entertainment room w/wet bar. 92 lineal ft dock, lots of room for your boat & toys. MLS#447007

Call Kirk, 770-7470

Burlington $339,950Amazing rambler in pristine condition. Great fl oor plan. Master suite with jetted tub and 2 walk-in closets. Private yard. Terrifi c upgrades. MLS#458354

Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Mount Vernon $124,0003 BR/2 BA on a large lot. Convenient location. Fenced yard with a detached garage. Covered deck is perfect for summer BBQ’s. Check this one out today! MLS#455079

Call Mike, 540-1341

Burlington $149,000 Over 1700 sq. ft. 3 BR/1 BA 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

Call Wilma, 661-1631

Sedro-Woolley $1200 per month/$1200 Deposit. Nice 2-story home with 3 BR/2.5 BA. Fireplace and a formal dining room. Fully fenced yard with 2 car garage.

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Burlington $1400 per month/$1400 Deposit. Home features 4 BR/2.5 BA plus den. Large fenced backyard. 2 car attached garage. No pets.

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Mount Vernon $460,000Beautiful equestrian facility on 7.60 acres in Conway area. Indoor arena w/viewing area. Tack rooms, 16 stalls, offi ces. Hay storage, concrete storage bins. Newer manufactured home w/ 1620 sq. ft. included. MLS#458310

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

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300 East College Way, Mount Vernon(360) 428-4111

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$210,000 MLS#455426• A grand 4 plex • Positive cash flow• Priced to sell • Convenient location

$26,999 MLS#456312• Quiet park • New int. paint • 3 bdrms, 2 bths • Wood laminate floors

$194,900• Large fully fenced yard • Skyline amenities • Lots of mature treesSOLD$194,900

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$359,000 MLS#456208• 4 bedrooms, 3 bths • Bonus room • Over 2500 sq ft • ½ + acre

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$429,000 MLS#405080• Eaglemont home • Lg master suite • 3 bdrms, 3 bths • Office/den

$91,950 MLS#417255• Private 5 acres • Quiet location• New listing • Build your home

$179,000 MLS#408899• 3 bdrm 1 bth • Full basement• Corner lot • Hardwood floors$178,900 MLS#390616• Skagit River views • Shy 1 acre • 2000+ sf 2 story • Detached garage

$435,000 MLS#409607• 60’ low bank waterfront• Solid cedar cabin • 80’ long deck • Samish Island

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30595 WALBERG ROAD, (DAY CREEK) SEDRO-WOOLLEY $487,950

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600 N. REED STREET, SEDRO-WOOLLEY $26,999

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Brown McMillen Real Estate 360.757.6013800.869.7084www.brownmcmi l l en .com • 235 W. Rio Vista Avenue, Burlington

Galen Kindred 770-7083 Tim Reichert 391-5587Shelah Inman 661-0145

Fritz Inman 661-0147Jan Scally 421-5160Jeff Ingman 202-2859

Jodi Dynes 333-7783Terri Heyntsen 391-0938Ron Wortham 661-1500

Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Holly Hilts 661-5538Tod LeHecka 333-1032

Karin Peck 391-7561Evening Phone Calls Welcome

3 BR PLUS DEN…& a bonus room too! Nice home located in Hilltop area of Mount Vernon. Also has 936 sf shop bldg in rear. $259,500. #454715SHELTER BAY… one level home, open fl r plan, vaulted ceilings, laminate fl rs, newer carpet in bedrooms. Oak cabinets in kitchen, appl incl, Shelter Bay amenities. $139,000. #45613983 ACRES… beautiful pasture land, some wooded areas. 3 BR, 2 BA mfg. home, 2 shops, horse barn, hay loft. Great for cattle ranch, equestrian use. $495,000. #284837CHARMING HOME… A MUSE SEE…3 BR, 2 BA, 2 car garage home on dead end street, small creek bor-dering back yard. $179,500. #352692

PERFECT COUNTRY SETTING…4.8 acres w/some fenced pasture & wood-ed area w/beautiful stream. 3 BR MFG home + shop near Bow Hill. $219,500. #454497FOREST LAND… 60 acres priced at less than $2,000 per acre. Located on Bacus Hill near Sedro-Woolley $119,500.#455946NEW PRICE… Country club rambler on fairway, updated kitchen, warm bright colors thru-out, hardwood fl rs, gas f/place, 2 furnaces & lots more. $295,000. #313474GOOD INCOME PRODUCER!… 2 units, 3 BR downstairs, 1 BR up, ex-cellent opportunity, live in one, rent the other. Details available, priced at $165,00 #437441

NORTHWEST CRAFTSMAN LIKE NEW… 55 yrs or better. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, open fl oor plan, formal dining, covered patio/outdoor frpl. New rrice! $299,500. #412202MONEY MAKER… located near Western WA University. 8 stall car wash provides a steady income. 8.5%CAP rate $1,622,500. #420780SHY ACRE… permitted building lot near Big Lk, great valley & moun-tain views, public water available. $149,500. #331392BEAUTIFUL CONWAY HOME… on 2.5 ac. 2 story w/mstr ste on main fl oor, open great rm w/pellet stove & stone surround. 2 BR, BA & bonus rm on upper fl rs. Much more..$419,000. #454458

ON SAMISH ISLAND… home on one level acre, 3 BR w/remodeled sunny kitchen, dining & bonus room w/wood stove. Outbldg, 1160 sf & 640 sf loft, partial water view. $329,500. #449008PLEASANT RIDGE… 27 acres w/ 380 feet of riverfront & historic 5 BR home used as a Bed & Breakfast Inn. $795,000. #372578RARE 55+ CONDO… 2 BR, 2 BA rambler, lg 2 car garage in the Cedars. Open fl oor design. RV prkg in complex. $182,900. #430094BOW AREA… one level home on just shy of an acre, 3 BR, 2 BA, over 2000 sf. Spacious family rm, breakfast area, maple wood fl rs thruout, lg laundry & more. $255,000. #457319

GREAT INVESTMENT… west Brl located Close to I-5 & all services. 2 homes for price of one. Total rent $1,500. per month. Separate parcel nos. $159,950. #442662GIBRALTER BLDG LOT… unique lot in desirable area. Call for details. $57,500. #399106FANTASTIC ACRE… plus pond stocked with fi sh on 15.7 acres, Pleas-ant Ridge. $224,500. #290061GREAT CONDITION… move in ready, 5 acres w/newer 3 BR, 2 BA mfg. home. Nice open fl oor plan, lots of light, bonus room, greenhouse & deck. $229,900. #455674PRIVATE 20 ACRES… secluded bldg site, mostly level end of road property. $125,000. #297233

NEWER ONE LEVEL LOT… in Mt. Vernon. 3 BR,2 BA ready to move in, lg private lot, sunny kitchen, bonus rm, lg family rm & dble car garage. $187,000. #447629GREAT OPPORTUNITY… level piece of land in the city, zoned multi-fam-ily, 3 one story units can be built. $315,000. #208598CHOOSE FROM 100 ACRES… 5 ad-joining 20 acre lots with water & power available. Take your pick. #99,500. #330564NEW PRICE… CONTEMPORARY BUR-LINGTON BEAUTY…breath taking views of valley, architect design featured in Pac. NW Mag. Amazing upscale home has over 2400 sf, 1200 sf shop & 665 sq guest house. $550,000. #445498

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Percentage of renters who have lost their security deposit at some point.

source: survey by Rent.com of 1,000 U.s. renters.

L ocation, location, location,” may be the three most important words of real estate – and that’s true for the average buyer as well as the luxury crowd. According to a recent report, 79 percent of luxury real estate

agents say that location is the most important aspect for buyers looking at high-end homes. And while international buyers are a growing sector, 72 percent of luxury homebuyers are local to the areas in which they are buying. The second edition of Coldwell Banker Previews International’s luxury market report, released December 2012, cites the rise of affluent women and “ultra-luxury” (properties worth more than $10 million) buyers as unprecedented trends. The demographics of affluent buyers change from state to state. Overall, 62 percent are between ages of 45 to 54. Very few buyers are single; 38 percent are married and 54 percent are married with kids, according to the survey of luxury real estate agents. However, in San Francisco the typical buyer is between the ages of 30 to 45 because of the close proximity to Silicon Valley, where most buyers work in the technology field, according to the report. The volume of luxury real estate sales increased significantly in 2012 with a rise in affluent women buyers. According to the report, women now control $20 trillion in consumer spending worldwide, making them one of the most influential groups in the luxury marketplace. Certain neighborhoods have seen a 15 to 20 percent increase in single affluent women buying property. According to real estate agents surveyed, women are more likely to pay for high-quality finishes, security and privacy – whereas men tend to prefer ‘statement’ homes. The former features will become more important for luxury real estate in the future, as women gain control of more national wealth. After all, almost all income growth in the U.S. over the past 15 or 20 years has come from women, the report says, citing Nielsen numbers.

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Windermere Real Estate/Skagit Valley • 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon • (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939Alice Hanson 360-770-8791Bill Krieger 360-421-4446Cindy Sullivan 360-941-9443Donna Rowell 360-708-7984

Elizabeth Miller 360-420-3607George Bellos 360-708-9762Jamie Yantis 360-540-5264Jannette Krieger 360-708-0233

Jim Glackin 360-428-2828Karen Beckner 360-840-9455Karine Anderson 360-421-1189Kim Kelley 360-202-5515Lee Ann Dean 360-421-3082

Linda Eastman 360-202-4075Margy Furst 206-755-8406Megan O’Bryan 360-708-5817Rita Ingram 360-708-8338Robin Lee Luif 360-420-2026

Sarah Minton 360-770-3076Sherry Johansen 360-708-3636Tasha Zahlis 360-391-5075Warren Bingham 360-770-2421

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008 • (800) 327-5291Becky Strickland 360-770-0197Bill Percich 360-298-4370Bill Robillard 360-770-4707Breta Malcom 360-391-0441Caroline Baumann 360-202-7327

Cathy Huff 360-708-1408Cheryl Frazier 360-202-4789Colleen Craig 360-770-9638Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155

Cynthia Aanestad 360-610-0120Debbie Macy 360-391-2422Gina Davis 360-708-7794Jack Dixon 360-941-5000Jackie Stone 360-661-2247

Joan Handelman 360-202-4800John Prosser 360-202-3891Judy Moore 360-770-3515Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400

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Paul Weisz 360-391-7281Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929Sarah Jones 360-333-2783Troy Williams 360-708-4923

Accountability Matters at Windermere Mortgage ServicesCall Amie Mani at (425) 268-7995

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4B DECATUR BEACH LN, DECATUR $250,000Medium bank waterfront lot w/beautiful views. 372’ wtft, open and south-facing w/power, phones and water lines adjacent to the lot. The incred-ible sandy beach is one of the best in the islands. Sarah Jones 360/333-2783. MLS#455738

7121 UPLAND DR, ANA $55,000This beautiful park-like 0.74 acre lot is gentlysloping to the South. Close to ferry and the islandstore. Power is in the street. Well and septic stillneed to be installed. Margi Houghton 360/202-0041LOT 23 MADRONA ESTATE, CYPRESS $50,000Level lot with private beach access. Install your own mooring buoy for daily excursions. 2 bedroom septic installed for your get away cabin. Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#2864253909 ROCK RIDGE PKWY, ANA $105,000Like an island above the island, Rock Ridge offers unsurpassed views of the legendary San Juans. Min-utes from town & pristine public forestland. Colleen Craig 360/770-9638 MLS#21729011800 MCCORKLE, ANA $112,500Looking for privacy and a large lot with beach ac-cess? This is it! Located in an area of lovely homes, /2 acre lot with a small water view. Sarah Jones 360/333-2783 MLS#35954212811 REINER RD, MONROE $124,000Bring your building plans and critters and create a wonderful mini-farm in this quiet valley of newer homes with lovely view of the mountains and seasonal creek. Sarah Jones 360/333-2783 MLS#346826

0 WILLIAM WAY, MV $49,900

Some of the last undeveloped building lots in

this area of Mount Vernon. Nearby neighbors

include multi-family, office, medical and den-

tal. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #431726NHN ERSHIG RD., BOW $129,000

Great setting for your dream home on this

lovely 1 acre site in Bow. Level lot with soils

analysis on file with wells in area that average

50-60 ft. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #3595393588 COLONY MOUNTAIN DR, BRL $159,900

Beautiful 5-acre parcel in Bow with market-

able timber. Water share has been paid;

power stubbed at end of road; building site

cleared. More information at SkagitValley-

Homes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at

421-4446. #4029360 PARKER WAY, MV $182,500

Very desirable commercial lot on the corner

of Parker Way & Roosevelt. This is a growing

professional & business area with easy access

from College Way. Call Warren Bingham at

770-2421. #272090537657 SONGBIRD LN, CUSTER $210,000

Enter on Songbird Lane to a wonderful 2.5

acre homesite in Hawthorne Meadows

Country Estates. Mountain views, water meter

& 3 bedroom septic installed. Call Warren

Bingham at 770-2421. #392630

330 MARBLE CREEK DR., MV $195,000Great home at a great price! Home is in like new condition. 1896 sq.ft. – 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Fully fenced back yard & 2 car garage. Call Karine Anderson at 421-1189 or Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082. #45575739541 BAKER LAKE RD., CNC $219,000A nice rambler with basement & 3 bedrooms, 1 bath all on over 9 acres. Newer roof, windows, wiring & paint. Many outbuildings for your equipment. Close to lake & river fishing. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #311226718 DUNLOP AVE., SDW $229,900Certified built green & super energy efficient newer Craftsman style home. Open great room style floor plan with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Fully fenced yard. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #451671

415 N. 4TH ST., MV $234,900

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1:00-4:00Beautifully cared for Vintage home on the hill with river & mountain views. 4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, plus den. Great location; just a short stroll to town. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #457831

1319 DIGBY PL, MV $235,000Maddox Creek end unit townhome with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & westerly views. Lovely landscaping. Kitchen with granite counters, alder cabinets & stainless appliances. 2 car ga-rage. Call Karen Beckner at 840-9455. #357295

3618 TUNDRA CT., MV $242,5002010 HiLine Home. 1940 sq.ft. with large mas-ter suite, 2 guest rooms. Open living area with vaulted ceiling, spacious cooks kitchen & SS appliances. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #424110

705 N. WAUGH RD, MV $259,900Hilltop neighborhood home on .40 acre private lot! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with 2058 sq.ft. of comfortable living. Mt. Baker & NW valley views! Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #457310

109 N. 6TH ST., MV $279,500Light, bright & airy this beautifully finished MV Hill home boasts a tremendous westerly view. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, new kitchen & bathrooms. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #445103

1610 ALPINE CREST LP., #A, MV $369,000

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 12:00-2:001-level home on 1 acre, 4 bedrooms, living & family rooms, formal dining, 2 fireplaces, 3 baths. Court yard with hot tub, tennis court, 2 car attached garage, detached shop & large outbuilding. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #454365

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Welcome Margy FurstWindermere Skagit Valley is excited to welcome Margy Furst to our office. For over 15 years Margy has been help-ing clients buy and sell homes through our Windermere partners in Seattle. For the last 7 years she has enjoyed the good life, living in the Edison area. She spends her free time getting involved in the Arts and Education communities, as well as championing sustainability and clean-water causes. We’re proud to have her join our office.

Welcome Dick NordNative Washingtonian Dick Nord has joined Windermere Skagit Valley, bringing with him 35 plus years of construc-tion and development expertise. Dick grew up in Seattle, attended Highline High School and Washington State University, then moved to La Conner with his wife Dawn in 1994. We’re excited about having Dick join our Com-mercial Real Estate division, both for his expertise and his unique knowledge of that industry.

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1030 COURTNEY LN #9, BURL $92,500Charming top of the line home in a gated 55+ park, 2 bed, 2 bath, wonderful spacious kitchen & vaulted ceilings, plus a 1 car garage w/shop space. Fully fenced back & covered screened patio. Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#453193

2604 R AVE, ANA $224,000Great location and water views for this 2 unit du-plex! Craftsman design with 2 bedrooms 1 bath for the lower unit and 1 bedroom 1 bath in the upper. Great equity builder!Paul Weisz 360/391-7281. MLS#4533331416 LINDSAY LP, MV $127,0001 bdrm 2nd story condo w/new carpeting, new granite counter tops & all appliances. Secured park-ing w/elevator. Secured front entrance.John Prosser 360/202-3891. MLS#4322101301 K AVE, ANA $149, 000Charming home in amazing location. Wonderful fenced yard on a corner lot. Solid detached garage/ shop.Paul Weisz 360/391-7281. MLS#4093398304 SHADOW LN, ANA $395,000Ranch style home. Kitchen w/ample cupboards & counter, family rm extends out to lg. deck & 3 ½ acres of level yard, oversized 3 car garage.Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#419109811 SHOSHONE DR, ANA $424,000Waterfront home. Spacious LR shares a 2-sided fireplace w/DR & opens to the deck. 3 bed, 2.25 bath & 2509 Sqft.

Cynthia Aanestad 360/610-0120. MLS#372481

www.AnacortesRealEstate.com

3816 W. 5TH ST, ANA $234,000Wonderful, turn-key, 3BD, 1.5 BA rambler with a large fenced backyard. Nice open floor plan gives a spacious but still cozy feel. Large deck for entertain-ing.Margi Houghton 360/202-0041. MLS#455124

2861 HUNT RD, OH $629,000This 4 bdrm home with main floor master suite sits on 5+/- acres, large deck overlooking the pond, 2000+sqft and 3500 sqft pole bldng as added bonus. Home & shop are immaculate.Paul Weisz 360/391-7281. MLS#456123

1113 10TH ST, ANA $425,000Old Town Charmers, construction to start w/in months. 4 homes will be built. Homes aprox. 1900 sqft w/mastersuite main & 2 car garage.Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#4150012612 BERENTSON CT, ANA $429,000The Woodland Series by Strandberg Construction, located in Rock Ridge. Main lvl living w/natural finishes & superior workmanship.Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#446191

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18772 BEST RD, MTV $495,000 Curving path leads to this graceful Colonial Revival 3 story home. 10’ ceilings, fir floors, & spacious country kitchen. Detached artist studio, guest house & 2 car garage.Jackie Stone 360/661-2247. MLS#457270

3809 VIEW RIDGE, ANA $369,000 The Best of Condo living can be yours at “The Ridge” w/townhouse style attached homes. Key living on the main level w/ spacious family room & guest rooms on the lower level.

Colleen Sargent 360/202-2155. MLS#456956

3911 ROCK RIDGE PKWY , ANA $475,000Main-level living w/open floor plan, large master, cooks kitchen w/granite. 2 bdrms & flex room up-stairs. Views of Puget Sound & San Juans.

Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#287347 703 W AVE, ANA $524,500Enjoy views from this updated cottage, retains au-thentic finishes of 1905 original. 3 bed + an inspiring studio.Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#439261

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7524 MAPLE ST., CNC $28,500

Well maintained manufactured home on a large lot. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. A great get-away & close to many outdoor activities & the North Cascade National Park. Call George Bellos at 708-9762. #201029

825 N. LAVENTURE RD., MV $134,900

Super cute, affordable home in convenient location. 1320 sq.ft., 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath on an oversized lot. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #430024

604 N. LAVENTURE ST., MV $139,950

Clean & tidy rambler on a nice corner lot. Spacious living room plus a big family room/dining room. Good off street parking for several vehicles plus a small outbuilding. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #420069

334 N. BAKER ST., MV $155,900

Large 1.5 story home on nearly ¾ acre lot. Large private back yard, access to Skagit River for fishing, garden space, outbuildings & shop space all in a quiet neighborhood set-ting. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #356433

1419 DIGBY PL., #107, MV $160,000Cute, clean 2 bedroom Maddox Creek condo in secure building with gated parking. Open kitchen & living area, tile flooring in kitchen & dining area. In-unit laundry. Why rent when you can own? Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #348813


Windermere Real Estate/Skagit Valley • 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon • (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939Alice Hanson 360-770-8791Bill Krieger 360-421-4446Cindy Sullivan 360-941-9443Donna Rowell 360-708-7984

Elizabeth Miller 360-420-3607George Bellos 360-708-9762Jamie Yantis 360-540-5264Jannette Krieger 360-708-0233

Jim Glackin 360-428-2828Karen Beckner 360-840-9455Karine Anderson 360-421-1189Kim Kelley 360-202-5515Lee Ann Dean 360-421-3082

Linda Eastman 360-202-4075Margy Furst 206-755-8406Megan O’Bryan 360-708-5817Rita Ingram 360-708-8338Robin Lee Luif 360-420-2026

Sarah Minton 360-770-3076Sherry Johansen 360-708-3636Tasha Zahlis 360-391-5075Warren Bingham 360-770-2421

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008 • (800) 327-5291Becky Strickland 360-770-0197Bill Percich 360-298-4370Bill Robillard 360-770-4707Breta Malcom 360-391-0441Caroline Baumann 360-202-7327

Cathy Huff 360-708-1408Cheryl Frazier 360-202-4789Colleen Craig 360-770-9638Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155

Cynthia Aanestad 360-610-0120Debbie Macy 360-391-2422Gina Davis 360-708-7794Jack Dixon 360-941-5000Jackie Stone 360-661-2247

Joan Handelman 360-202-4800John Prosser 360-202-3891Judy Moore 360-770-3515Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400

Linda Macy 360-708-8284Margi Houghton 360-202-0041Michael Woolworth 360-941-5610Nate Scott 360-708-2354Paul Necco 360-770-5989

Paul Weisz 360-391-7281Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929Sarah Jones 360-333-2783Troy Williams 360-708-4923

Accountability Matters at Windermere Mortgage ServicesCall Amie Mani at (425) 268-7995

NMLS ID# 404665 | WA-CL 713524Branch Manager / Mortgage ConsultantWindermere Mortgage Services Series LLC/Skagit Valley



4B DECATUR BEACH LN, DECATUR $250,000Medium bank waterfront lot w/beautiful views. 372’ wtft, open and south-facing w/power, phones and water lines adjacent to the lot. The incred-ible sandy beach is one of the best in the islands. Sarah Jones 360/333-2783. MLS#455738

7121 UPLAND DR, ANA $55,000This beautiful park-like 0.74 acre lot is gentlysloping to the South. Close to ferry and the islandstore. Power is in the street. Well and septic stillneed to be installed. Margi Houghton 360/202-0041LOT 23 MADRONA ESTATE, CYPRESS $50,000Level lot with private beach access. Install your own mooring buoy for daily excursions. 2 bedroom septic installed for your get away cabin. Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#2864253909 ROCK RIDGE PKWY, ANA $105,000Like an island above the island, Rock Ridge offers unsurpassed views of the legendary San Juans. Min-utes from town & pristine public forestland. Colleen Craig 360/770-9638 MLS#21729011800 MCCORKLE, ANA $112,500Looking for privacy and a large lot with beach ac-cess? This is it! Located in an area of lovely homes, /2 acre lot with a small water view. Sarah Jones 360/333-2783 MLS#35954212811 REINER RD, MONROE $124,000Bring your building plans and critters and create a wonderful mini-farm in this quiet valley of newer homes with lovely view of the mountains and seasonal creek. Sarah Jones 360/333-2783 MLS#346826

0 WILLIAM WAY, MV $49,900

Some of the last undeveloped building lots in

this area of Mount Vernon. Nearby neighbors

include multi-family, office, medical and den-

tal. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #431726NHN ERSHIG RD., BOW $129,000

Great setting for your dream home on this

lovely 1 acre site in Bow. Level lot with soils

analysis on file with wells in area that average

50-60 ft. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #3595393588 COLONY MOUNTAIN DR, BRL $159,900

Beautiful 5-acre parcel in Bow with market-

able timber. Water share has been paid;

power stubbed at end of road; building site

cleared. More information at SkagitValley-

Homes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at

421-4446. #4029360 PARKER WAY, MV $182,500

Very desirable commercial lot on the corner

of Parker Way & Roosevelt. This is a growing

professional & business area with easy access

from College Way. Call Warren Bingham at

770-2421. #272090537657 SONGBIRD LN, CUSTER $210,000

Enter on Songbird Lane to a wonderful 2.5

acre homesite in Hawthorne Meadows

Country Estates. Mountain views, water meter

& 3 bedroom septic installed. Call Warren

Bingham at 770-2421. #392630

330 MARBLE CREEK DR., MV $195,000Great home at a great price! Home is in like new condition. 1896 sq.ft. – 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Fully fenced back yard & 2 car garage. Call Karine Anderson at 421-1189 or Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082. #45575739541 BAKER LAKE RD., CNC $219,000A nice rambler with basement & 3 bedrooms, 1 bath all on over 9 acres. Newer roof, windows, wiring & paint. Many outbuildings for your equipment. Close to lake & river fishing. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #311226718 DUNLOP AVE., SDW $229,900Certified built green & super energy efficient newer Craftsman style home. Open great room style floor plan with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Fully fenced yard. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #451671

415 N. 4TH ST., MV $234,900

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1:00-4:00Beautifully cared for Vintage home on the hill with river & mountain views. 4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, plus den. Great location; just a short stroll to town. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #457831

1319 DIGBY PL, MV $235,000Maddox Creek end unit townhome with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & westerly views. Lovely landscaping. Kitchen with granite counters, alder cabinets & stainless appliances. 2 car ga-rage. Call Karen Beckner at 840-9455. #357295

3618 TUNDRA CT., MV $242,5002010 HiLine Home. 1940 sq.ft. with large mas-ter suite, 2 guest rooms. Open living area with vaulted ceiling, spacious cooks kitchen & SS appliances. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #424110

705 N. WAUGH RD, MV $259,900Hilltop neighborhood home on .40 acre private lot! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with 2058 sq.ft. of comfortable living. Mt. Baker & NW valley views! Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #457310

109 N. 6TH ST., MV $279,500Light, bright & airy this beautifully finished MV Hill home boasts a tremendous westerly view. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, new kitchen & bathrooms. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #445103

1610 ALPINE CREST LP., #A, MV $369,000

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 12:00-2:001-level home on 1 acre, 4 bedrooms, living & family rooms, formal dining, 2 fireplaces, 3 baths. Court yard with hot tub, tennis court, 2 car attached garage, detached shop & large outbuilding. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #454365

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Welcome Margy FurstWindermere Skagit Valley is excited to welcome Margy Furst to our office. For over 15 years Margy has been help-ing clients buy and sell homes through our Windermere partners in Seattle. For the last 7 years she has enjoyed the good life, living in the Edison area. She spends her free time getting involved in the Arts and Education communities, as well as championing sustainability and clean-water causes. We’re proud to have her join our office.

Welcome Dick NordNative Washingtonian Dick Nord has joined Windermere Skagit Valley, bringing with him 35 plus years of construc-tion and development expertise. Dick grew up in Seattle, attended Highline High School and Washington State University, then moved to La Conner with his wife Dawn in 1994. We’re excited about having Dick join our Com-mercial Real Estate division, both for his expertise and his unique knowledge of that industry.

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1030 COURTNEY LN #9, BURL $92,500Charming top of the line home in a gated 55+ park, 2 bed, 2 bath, wonderful spacious kitchen & vaulted ceilings, plus a 1 car garage w/shop space. Fully fenced back & covered screened patio. Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#453193

2604 R AVE, ANA $224,000Great location and water views for this 2 unit du-plex! Craftsman design with 2 bedrooms 1 bath for the lower unit and 1 bedroom 1 bath in the upper. Great equity builder!Paul Weisz 360/391-7281. MLS#4533331416 LINDSAY LP, MV $127,0001 bdrm 2nd story condo w/new carpeting, new granite counter tops & all appliances. Secured park-ing w/elevator. Secured front entrance.John Prosser 360/202-3891. MLS#4322101301 K AVE, ANA $149, 000Charming home in amazing location. Wonderful fenced yard on a corner lot. Solid detached garage/ shop.Paul Weisz 360/391-7281. MLS#4093398304 SHADOW LN, ANA $395,000Ranch style home. Kitchen w/ample cupboards & counter, family rm extends out to lg. deck & 3 ½ acres of level yard, oversized 3 car garage.Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#419109811 SHOSHONE DR, ANA $424,000Waterfront home. Spacious LR shares a 2-sided fireplace w/DR & opens to the deck. 3 bed, 2.25 bath & 2509 Sqft.

Cynthia Aanestad 360/610-0120. MLS#372481

www.AnacortesRealEstate.com

3816 W. 5TH ST, ANA $234,000Wonderful, turn-key, 3BD, 1.5 BA rambler with a large fenced backyard. Nice open floor plan gives a spacious but still cozy feel. Large deck for entertain-ing.Margi Houghton 360/202-0041. MLS#455124

2861 HUNT RD, OH $629,000This 4 bdrm home with main floor master suite sits on 5+/- acres, large deck overlooking the pond, 2000+sqft and 3500 sqft pole bldng as added bonus. Home & shop are immaculate.Paul Weisz 360/391-7281. MLS#456123

1113 10TH ST, ANA $425,000Old Town Charmers, construction to start w/in months. 4 homes will be built. Homes aprox. 1900 sqft w/mastersuite main & 2 car garage.Gina Davis 360/708-7794. MLS#4150012612 BERENTSON CT, ANA $429,000The Woodland Series by Strandberg Construction, located in Rock Ridge. Main lvl living w/natural finishes & superior workmanship.Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#446191

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18772 BEST RD, MTV $495,000 Curving path leads to this graceful Colonial Revival 3 story home. 10’ ceilings, fir floors, & spacious country kitchen. Detached artist studio, guest house & 2 car garage.Jackie Stone 360/661-2247. MLS#457270

3809 VIEW RIDGE, ANA $369,000 The Best of Condo living can be yours at “The Ridge” w/townhouse style attached homes. Key living on the main level w/ spacious family room & guest rooms on the lower level.

Colleen Sargent 360/202-2155. MLS#456956

3911 ROCK RIDGE PKWY , ANA $475,000Main-level living w/open floor plan, large master, cooks kitchen w/granite. 2 bdrms & flex room up-stairs. Views of Puget Sound & San Juans.

Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#287347 703 W AVE, ANA $524,500Enjoy views from this updated cottage, retains au-thentic finishes of 1905 original. 3 bed + an inspiring studio.Colleen Craig 360/770-9638. MLS#439261

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7524 MAPLE ST., CNC $28,500

Well maintained manufactured home on a large lot. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. A great get-away & close to many outdoor activities & the North Cascade National Park. Call George Bellos at 708-9762. #201029

825 N. LAVENTURE RD., MV $134,900

Super cute, affordable home in convenient location. 1320 sq.ft., 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath on an oversized lot. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #430024

604 N. LAVENTURE ST., MV $139,950

Clean & tidy rambler on a nice corner lot. Spacious living room plus a big family room/dining room. Good off street parking for several vehicles plus a small outbuilding. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #420069

334 N. BAKER ST., MV $155,900

Large 1.5 story home on nearly ¾ acre lot. Large private back yard, access to Skagit River for fishing, garden space, outbuildings & shop space all in a quiet neighborhood set-ting. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #356433

1419 DIGBY PL., #107, MV $160,000Cute, clean 2 bedroom Maddox Creek condo in secure building with gated parking. Open kitchen & living area, tile flooring in kitchen & dining area. In-unit laundry. Why rent when you can own? Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #348813


When an actor finishes a stint on one of the most successful television shows of all time, you would expect him to sit back, travel and enjoy his well-earned riches. But when Wayne Rogers left MASH, where he portrayed the lovable Trapper John and – with Alan Alda’s Hawkeye – comprised one of the most-loved TV duos of all time, the last thing he did was sit on his laurels. Instead, he became a Broadway producer, news contributor to the Fox Network and owner of multiple businesses, including several real estate subdivisions and commercial office developments in Florida, Arizona, California and Utah. But when you talk to him about today’s real estate market, you won’t hear a laugh track or a punch line. Instead, you’ll get a no-holds-barred view of a market that he learned about, not through schooling or employment, but by reading. “Any moron can read,” he says – and reading the tax laws is how he gains the upper hand in his investments.

Rogers says that real estate is a hard asset – an investment with intrinsic value. Although the value may fluctuate with the economy, it will improve over an extended period of time. And with some seed money and a healthy dose of background knowledge, an investor can do well in the real estate market. “My first venture was based on the tax laws of that time,” he says. If a buyer properly understood and took advantage of tax deductions and other incentives, “it basically meant you were in the property for free. That’s … how I got my first one.” Since then, he’s taken advantage of other little-known investment laws, such as the Gulf Opportunity Zone Act. He explains, “It said that anyone who invested in an active business in the Gulf Zone could write

After Wayne Rogers stepped out of his shoes as Trapper John on classic TV show MASH, he became a successful entrepreneur and real estate tycoon in his own right

Headshot photo courtesy of AMACOM


Wayne Rogers


NotForecloSedYet

QueStioN:I’m the president of a small not-for-profit

water association. We have dealt with a number of home foreclosures – some were abandoned and owed water bills, association dues and fees. all the banks involved except one have completed the foreclosure process and paid us what was owed. However, one lender has not foreclosed, refuses to take possession of the property and has not paid us for two years. What can we do?

ANSwer:In some cases, homes are in a state of

financial limbo when the mortgage is unpaid but the lender does not foreclose. since the property title has not changed hands, the lender can say that it literally does not own the property and therefore has no obligation to pay taxes, maintenance, water bills, etc. you will be advised to speak with the homeowner who – of course – no longer lives there, but remains responsible for maintaining the property.

Given that foreclosure is the leverage that lenders have in the event of nonpayment, it may seem strange why lenders would not act quickly and forcefully to foreclose upon borrowers who don’t pay. However, by not foreclosing, the lender keeps the borrower responsible for the costs of ownership.

at the same time, the lender may hope that the borrower pays the bills or at least that local

property values rise so that when there is a foreclosure, the loss is not so great.

the solution to the problem will likely take place after months or years when the state moves to foreclose for unpaid taxes or – if water and sewer bills are a lien – when your association seeks a foreclosure. at that point, the lender will have to pay up or lose the property. In all likelihood, it will pay and finally take ownership.

For specifics, speak with your county or state attorney regarding any governmental actions to foreclose. speak with your association’s attorney regarding the rights of your organization to do the same.

Q&A ASk our BrokerBy Peter G. Miller

off the investment in two years, so a friend and I bought some property in Tuscaloosa, Ala.” Rogers says the biggest obstacle he has encountered in developing his real estate portfolio was the entitlement process. “We buy dirt and go to the planning commission and start the process, and that’s where you end up in a Kafka novel if you’re not careful,” he says. “When I developed a parcel in the California coast, I had to deal with 27 regulatory authorities, including the California Coastal Commission. It took three-and-a-half years to get property approved, and that was unusual. Today it would take seven to 10 years.” If you’re interested in investing in real estate, Rogers advises buying an existing building with an existing lease. “[Start with] a small multifamily complex where the rents are stabilized, there is very little downside risk and you can project your cash flow,” he says. “You have to do your homework.”

Back in 1988, Rogers says he testified in front of the banking committee. “I could foresee that we were headed to a crisis allowing the banks to become commercial and investment banks; giving them unlimited lending power,” he says. Looking at 2013, Rogers anticipates an improvement in the housing market, despite the current tight lending environment. He is disheartened to hear that young folks may be considering renting instead of buying. “It’s still a good investment and better than renting” he says. The greatest deterrent to homeownership, in most people’s eyes, is the “entry fee.” Rogers says, “It prevents many people from owning a home. If everybody could qualify, [real estate is] a wonderful investment – the best you will make in your life.”


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Alpine Ridge RetirementApartments in MV is accept-ing applications for 2 bdrmapts. Income limits apply.424-9622 for more info.

MV, Eaglemont, 4 Bdrm, 2 ½Ba, 3 car garage, all applcs.,$1,900. 360-941-7188

2 Bdrm, 315 W. Woodworth,S-W. $725 + dep. W/Dhookups, no pets/smoking.W/S/G pd. 360-854-8507.

LA CONNER - 3BR/2BAWell-maintained 3BR/2BAhouse in downtown LaConner. Fenced yard.$850/mo. (206) 499-2580leave message.

1 bdrm, MV, safe & quiet, 1level, near hospital. Corner of16th & Skagit. $700. W/S/Gpd. 360-652-6560

Fairhaven Manor 757-2149Norris Place 757-3060

2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd.Great location, some restric-tion apply. Call or stop in to-day.

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.Piazza Realty Property

Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT(7368) www.prpmrentals.com

2 bdrm, 2 ba, S.W. parklikesetting, new paint & carpet,large carport & yard, de-tached storage shed, $995/mo. Yard care is included.Call Piazza Realty, PropertyMgmt 360-424-7368.

2 bdrm, 1 ½ ba, Burl., W/Dhookup, W/S/G pd., nopets. $777/mo.

Call 360-757-2923. Newer 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, on pri-vate street, garage, applcs.,close to shopping & park,$1400/mo. 360-661-6674

Burlington Business Park,720 sq. ft. office, 3000 sq. ft.warehouse, loading dockplus 12x14 drive in door, 22 fthigh, $2600/mo NNN. Call AlBrown, 360-770-9877

S.W. Private 1 bdrm, fencedyard, pet okay, W/D, $800 in-cl. electricity. 360-420-2277

MV Hillcrest area 4 bdrm,2.5 ba, 1 story home, fullyfenced, end of cul de sac,huge renovated kitchen, allstainless appliances. $1450.mo., $1000 damage dep. $40background check. No smok-ing/pets. 360-708-8673

M.V. Townhouse 2 bdrm, 2ba, garage. No smoke/pets,$900/mo. 360-708-0316 or360-856-4172.

RENT TO OWNCute 3 bdrm, 2 ba, newcarpet, garage, $1,350.www.skagitsolutions.com

360-420-0606

RENTALSHouses & Apartments.

See our listings atwww.skagitrentals.comRemax Property Mgmt.

823 N. 4th, Mount Vernon360-424-3198

SW 2 bdrm, $745 + util. 3bdrm, across from W MV park,near store, $865. 661-0973

Former Skagit Valley resi-dents desire furnished 2month summer rental. Call520-625-9647.

MOUNT VERNON55+ PARK

Well maintained 1,234 sq.ft., 2 bedroom, 2 bath dou-ble-wide in active 55+ parkin Mount Vernon (27th andFir St.) with clubhouse andRV storage. Home features:newer roof, plumbing, vinylwindows, woodstove, up-graded appliances, 60"shower stall and E-Z caregrounds, covered parkingand patio, shed and next togreen belt. Financing avail-able and pets are welcome.$21,500. Call for detailsand private showing. Homeis vacant. Move in ready!

Call 425-327-9015 Towne or C.R.E.

New Construction!Pine Creek is an upscalecentrally located new sub-division in Mount Vernon.Large lot. Open floor plans,great rooms, island kitchen,gas fireplaces. Flexible de-veloper. Pick your plans,colors & your lot & go! Thischarming development hasmountain views & is closeto walking trails & park &near all amenities. Afford-able luxury. One-of-a-kindopportunity. Open HomeTours Friday & Sunday1:00-3:00. Hosted by ValThomas from PreviewProperties Skagit, 360-333-0562. College Way eastfrom I-5, north (left) onNorth 30th, subdivision 1/4mile north on right.

OPEN SAT 11-13123 MOODY ST.MOUNT VERNON

$249,900.

Great Location, beautifulhome, perfect floor plan,large lot at great price. Whatare you waiting for??? Comesee this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathhome that is located in agreat Mount Vernon neigh-borhood. Office/den on upperlevel. Large fenced backyard,extra-large deck (multi-levels), garden shed, and niceviews are just a few of themany extras!

350-391-3654

OPEN HOUSESunday, March 17, 1 to 3

750 Farmington Dr.,Burlington

Immaculate 3 bdrm, 2 ba,1705 sq. ft. single levelhome built in 2006 with 2car garage is situated in a55 and older gated com-munity in Burlington. Wellpriced at $249,000.

www.750FarmingtonDr.comMichele Boudreau

Re/Max Whatcom Co. Inc.360-255-1110

www.RealEstateWhatcom.com

RENT TO OWNCute 3 bdrm, 2 ba, newcarpet, garage, $1,350.www.skagitsolutions.com

360-420-0606

17598 TIFFANY WAY, MV$514,900

Beautifully designed 1 levelw/no stairs. Vaulted marbleentry, kitchen w/cherrycabinets, family rm w/gasFP & built-ins. Living/diningrm & master bdrm are ac-cented w/recessed ceil-ings. Master has dbl sinks& door to patio w/hot tub &waterfall area. Great laun-dry/craft rm w/sewing cen-ter. Floor plan is versatile &perfectly planned to takeadvantage of the best viewlot in the neighborhood.MLS# 455383

WRE/Skagit ValleyCall Donna Rowell,

(360)708-7984

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415 N. 4TH STREET,MOUNT VERNON

$234,900OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY,MARCH 17th, 1:00-4:00

Immaculate Vintage Tudoron the hill; amazing sunset& river views! Arched door-ways, crown molding,wood details & originalbuilt-ins. Huge formal living& dining; office area & mainfloor guest bed & 3/4 bath.Kitchen w/massive storage& breakfast nook w/side-board & hutch. Large mas-ter w/FP & huge lower levelrec-room. MLS# 457831

WRE/Skagit ValleyCall Elizabeth Miller

(360)420-3607

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360.424.0300

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3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

Danya WolfDesignated Broker/Owner360-708-8294

1029 VISTA DEL MONTE ST, CAMANO ISLAND $273,000

Enjoy incredible panaramic Sound views from large newer cedar deck. MIL downstairs with full kitchen. Fully fenced yard. Cute garden shed. Fruit trees. Mature landscaping. Community beach and boat launch. MLS#452864

601 HONEYSUCKLE DR, MOUNT VERNON$365,000

Beautiful one level home on corner lot in desirable, established Mount Vernon Hilltop neighborhood. Home features 6 beds, 3.5 baths and 3,025 sq. ft. of comfortable living! Large kitchen, dining and living areas; 2 car detached garage and shop area; ample off street parking and RV space. Home has been tastefully updated, providing disabled access to accommodate its recent use as an Adult Family home. MLS#447835

36493 CAPE HORN RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

$161,000

Spacious living, all on 1 level! Plenty of space

(1ac) comes with this lovely home at the end

of a long driveway. 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

23682 PACIFIC HWY $499,000

Mechanics Dream! 36x70 Shop designed & built by retired auto body shop owner, has bathroom w/shower & w/d! Covered RV prkg w/power & dump station. Unique, custom built 1568sf home w/bonus 1260sf unfi nished basement/garage. Lg deck looks out to 3.17 acres w/ beautiful sunset views! MLS#426584

23191 STATE ROUTE 20, LAKE MCMURRAY $489,900

Beautiful waterfront home offers lots of light, amazing views, & parklike approach! Home features 4 beds, vaulted ceilings, formal living & dining rooms & large kitchen. Daylight basement offers extra living space; kitchenette, offi ce/library. Dock, boat launch, 75’ waterfront! MLS#440278. T156296 to 85377

Danya Wolf360-708-8294

17774 TUKTUK , LACONNER $95,0000

Waterfront Cabin on Skagit Bay with terrifi c views of Whidbey Island and the Olympics. Perfect get-away. Enjoy fabulous sunsets from the Western facing deck. Wildlife paradise with eagles, blue herons and seals. Great kayaking. Currently used by owner as a retreat and vacation rental (approximately $8,000-$10,000 income per year). Leased land with B.I.A. MLS#454385


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1520 MEADOWLARK LN, MOUNT VERNON $349,900

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 fi replaces. Lots of light! One steps out onto expansive decking with beautiful views of the estate. SUBJECT TO BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT. 2+ additional acres available for a total purchase price of $395,000.00. MLS#425689


Suzanne Jenkins360-941-2983

5226 WELLSPRING RD, MOUNT VERNON $239,000.

Spacious 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath home on generous corner lot! 2 luxury main fl oor living areas w/gas fplace & 2nd fl r bonus TV rm, just off master. Kitchen has all newer appliances. Hardwood & carpet fl oors throughout. Has 2 car garage & is close to shopping, schools, playfi elds & walking trails. MLS#436162. T923789 to 85377

Brett Tacker 360-840-7931

45191 N. TILLICUM (LAKE TYEE), CONCRETE $17,900

Beautiful lot with private Lake Tyee for fi shing, swimming, camping recreational use with easy lake access for your enjoyment. Located in the beautiful foothills of the high Cascade Mountains, lot overlooks a creek, has a fi repit and a picnic table for enjoying barbeques and relaxation. Property includes a 1994 34 ft. Caril trailer w/ pop out, in great condition under cover. Lake Tyee Resort offers two saunas and a heated swimming pool at the community center. MLS#458260

Sandy Everett360-202-3706


Sandy Everett360-202-3706

7751 WILDE RD, CONCRETE $215,000.

Qualifi es for USDA! Solid farmhouse with original wood moldings, coved ceiling and a rock fi replace, truly a traditional Washington home. A full basement with pantry area, spacious patio with gorgeous mountain views all around. A 2-car detached garage and a greenhouse complete the picture for down home country living. Home was moved to this site in the 40’s. MLS#387113

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COUNTRY LIVING!

Suzanne Jenkins360-941-2983

Richard Dickman360-420-3155

YOU’RE INVITED!PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER EDUCATION SEMINAR!

Charles F FurnariMortgage BankerT: 360-588-5987C: 360-540-4934

[email protected]

SKAGIT TRADITION REALTY IN COLLABORATION WITH CHARLES F FURNARI OF CHASE IS PLEASED TO OFFER THIS FREE FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER SEMINAR. PLEASE MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND THIS INFORMATIVE, FREE FIRST STEP TO HOME OWNERSHIP!PLEASE CALL DANYA OF CHARLES TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE!

MARCH 16, 2013 11:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M.

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Real Estate Weekly | March 15, 2013

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