Blog by Luanne Highlander

Birch Bay Real Estate Update

August 21st, 2008

Birch Bay is on the west coast almost to the Canadian border. Located just north of Bellingham, Washington and 1.5 hours north of Seattle Washington. This is a quiet area comprised mainly of vacation homes with more permanent residences increasing every year. With the new addition of a shopping district just 10 minutes away, and new restaurants coming in, the area is bound to continue in pop ...

Lynden, WA Real Estate Update

August 21st, 2008

Welcome to Lynden Washington! Home of the dairy cow, windmills and great schools. Lynden is 40 minutes North of Bellingham Washington in the heart of Whatcom County. Pastoral settings and views of beautiful Mount Baker makes this an ideallic place to get your roots into an old fashioned small town community.

Lynden homes are significantly lower in value to Bellingham's with affordable-nice ...

Ferndale Real Estate Update!

August 21st, 2008

Ferndale and this entire region is a popular lifestyle destination, so even with the sales slowdown, most property is a good medium/long term investment. Schools in Ferndale, Washington get high marks in quality education so many families call Ferndale home.Bellingham, WA is just a short 10 minutes commute, making this city an affordable option for young families.


As in all of the country, ...

Fairhaven Real Estate

August 20th, 2008

Fairhaven is the most southern district in Bellingham, Washington...and probably the most expensive. Condos range from $300,000 up to over 2 million dollars based on size and of course a view of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands. Single family homes start at around $400,000. Trails are abundant both along the waterway and also in the Pacific Rain Forest. Beautiful tree tunneled trail sy ...

200 Pine, Bellingham, WA

August 20th, 2008

I just finished uploading this Bayview lot-6 condo units for sale, 200 Pine, Bellingham, WA

South Hill/Sehome/Fairhaven area investment opportunity! When purchased w/adjacent parcel 526 Boulevard (tax ID 3802365053870000) may allow for up to 6 condos or two luxury home sites. Currently rented, providing income while you plan. Adjacent to armory, this Bellingham Bay & Island view rental is in ...

3497 Renee Dr., Bellingham, WA

August 20th, 2008

I just finished uploading this residential lake view for sale, 3497 Renee Dr., Bellingham, WA

Lake view with 3.2 acres 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home like new: granite counters, new tile and carpets. (Radiant floor heat). Large master suite spa tub, great room effect down, new exterior paint and siding. 30x30 steel garage with all power water cable too. 9x9 sliding doors. Great Location!

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Bellingham, WA Real Estate Update

August 13th, 2008
As in all of the country, homes aren't selling quickly. 
Bellingham is down about 26% in the amount of 
homes sold. 
That said, home values are up slightly. Five-year 
change: up 79.2 percent. Year-over-year change: 
The current average price for a used home in Bellingham 
is $389,738 up $36,000 from 2007 and the average price for a 
new home in Bellingham is $327,313 down $32, ... 

#303Y 1101 McKenzie Ave., Bellingham, WA

August 10th, 2008

I just finished uploading this 8 acreage lots Plated and ready to build for sale, #303Y 1101 McKenzie Ave., Bellingham, WA

Historic Architecture with Style! Bay, island, and sunset views. Like New penthouse condominium. Slab granite counters, hardwood cabinetry, large open floor plan. Elevator, AC, high ceilings, upgraded carpet, pad and lighting, 2 car underground secured parking. In the he ...