Anacortes & Surrounding Communities- Events, Market Trends and Happenings!

Last week we had the privilege of touring this wonderful Tall Ship and learning about her history as well as her Centennial adventures!  In 1913, John Borden II of Chicago, founder of the Yellow Cab Company, took possession of the luxury schooner Adventuress.On her maiden voyage, Adventuress sail...

Portalis is located on the North side of Fidalgo Island. Close to the Anacortes Ferry terminal, approximately 2.5 miles from downtown Anacortes with commanding views of Guemes Channel, and the San Juan Islands.  Waterview homes in Anacortes are always in limited supply. Portalis offers a variety ...

4th of July is always a fun time in Anacortes and this year is no exception. 10am--The festivities kick off with a town photo.Be there to be part of the fun at 10:00 am, 5th & Commercial downtown Anacortes.11am-- 4th July ParadeAt 11am the Parade will begin along Commercial Ave starting at 3rd Av...

"Del Mar" is a unique community made up of several neighborhoods along the western shore of Fidalgo Island, minutes from downtown Anacortes.The "Rancho San Juan Del Mar" Neighborhood Association was incorporated in 1950, for the purpose of providing water service and recreational facilities to it...

If you haven't seen the "Your Best TECHO Secrets" Challenge in the Contest section yet? If not,here is a gentle reminder that you still have time to dazzle us with your latest and Greatest Gizmo.   Here is a link to the Contest   Just to recap the Contest and the rules. What have you discovered t...

Skyline Neighborhood, Anacortes WA is a vibrant community located on the western tip of Fidalgo Island, and minutes from downtown Anacortes.  "Skyliners" as some residents call themselves, enjoy the fabulous sunsets, the seaside atmosphere, spectacular waterviews, the great weather and the sheer ...

The Anacortes Waterfront Festival is reknowned for the amazing variety of  activities for both young and old. One of the most popular events is the Milk Carton Derby. The Milk Carton Derby was held at the Port Anacortes, Cap Sante Marina on a sunny but slightly windy day in May. Teams constructed...

There has been a lot of press about the U.S. housing market in the past few months. So I thought I would put together some data on the Market Trends in the San Juan Islands, WA housing market over the past 12 months. These include San Juan Island, Lopez Island and Orcas Island.   Number of Sales ...

There has been a lot of press about the U.S. housing market in the past few months.So I thought I would put together some data on the Market Trends in the Oak harbor and North Whidbey Island, WA housing market over the past 12 months. Number of Sales Vs Number of Homes on the MarketThis chart sho...

 Anacortes Mural Project started in 1984 by local artist Bill Mitchell. Mitchell began the work in 1984 and thus began an amazing project that has placed 125 murals on buildings in downtown Anacortes. Bill aims to do about 6 new murals a year so stay tuned. Mitchell brings people of the past back...