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By Steven Cook
(No Longer Processing Mortgages.)
Anderson Island Memorial Weekend Pancake Breakfast As they have for many years now, the Anderson Island Fire Department will be putting on their Memorial Weekend Pancake Breakfast.  This year it will be on Sunday, May 26 from 8 am to noon. This fund raiser for the Anderson Island Fire Department will also include the ever popular auction items.  There will also be music provided by some of the local artists. For those who haven't made it out to Anderson Island yet, this is a great excuse to take the beautiful 20 minute ferry ride from Steilacoom, and enjoy the views of the Olympic Mountains and some of the Cascades (assuming the clouds are high enough that day!) If you are coming out for your first weekend of summer vacationing at your property -- please check the ferry schedules, as th...
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This luxury 5 bedroom waterfront home for sale in Anderson Island is a lovely, historic estate that is sure to be a sought-after property with an enthusiastic group of buyers. This luxury 5 bedroom waterfront home for sale rests on a sensational 20.29-acre parcel, and enjoys spectacular views of Mount Rainier and the Oro Bay. A landmark waterfront estate on its own, this luxury 5 bedroom waterfront home for sale in Anderson Island boasts five hundred feet of low bank direct waterfront. This luxury 5 bedroom waterfront home for sale was originally built in 1935 and has been impeccably maintained by its owners who have used the residence to operate a Bed & Breakfast. This historic luxury 5 bedroom waterfront home for sale has the potential to be a beautiful private home, a ranch, working...
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Looking for something fun to do for Labor Day Weekend? Tired of the traffic jams and being where EVERYONE is? Just want to get away from it and relax?   The Anderson Island Island Fair will be held on September 4th.  Just a short 20 minute ferry ride from Steilacoom this island seems to capture all that is good and simple about life in the slower lane. Visit the island and relax and unwind take in the fair and watch the Tacoma Scots Pipe Band perform in the parade. The Brothers in Arms Motorcycle Club will be particpating too. If you want to dance the Tripolar Jazz Trio will be performing for the evenings dance from 7pm to 8:30. Take the time to unwind and recharge this Labor Day weekend on Anderson Island. I know you will be happy you made the choice! For more information on Anderson I...
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Looking for something fun to do August 14th. 2010? How about taking the ferry to Anderson Island and listening to the Tacoma Concert Band perform? The concert band will be performing at The Johnson Farm at 6pm. Get to the island early and relax by taking a tour of the Johnson Farm or by walking the beaches, taking a short hike or just enjoying the peace and quiet of island life. Bring a picnic, a blanket, and relax and enjoy the island and the concert band. The Tacoma Concert Band is considered the finest symphonic band in the Northwest. The performance on Anderson Island is part of their neighborhood series of free shows held during the summer. The Anderson Island Historical Society will collect donations to help cover the costs of putting on the show. The Anderson Island Historcial So...
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By Sandy Nelson, your Olympia area Realtor
(Riley Jackson Real Estate Inc.)
Anderson island is just a 20 minute ferry ride away from Steilacoom, WA, yet it's a world apart. As the ferry slips from the mainland, and the sight of Mount Rainier moves into the distance, the Island visitor leaves behind the hustle and bustle of city life and enters Island Life, where the only schedule that's important is the ferry schedule, and where there are no traffic congestion or parking problems. On the Island, time seems to have stood still and the atmosphere harkens back to an era where neighborliness was an important virtue, when people knew one another, where children could roam free on their bikes, where all the news where to be had at the general store, and the most pressing trouble was keeping the deer out of the vegetable garden. This Island is so incredibly charming ...
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American Express has given one million dollars in funds to help preserve historical properties is the greater Seattle Puget Sound region. The 25 properties that have been selected are all getting the word out so that "fans" can vote daily for their favorite property. The top vote getting site is guaranteed a preservation grant. The others will have money granted to them based on the decision of the board who is in charge of handing out the grant money. Anderson Island Historical Societies Johnson Farm is one of the 25 properties that were selected for this contest.     May 1: All farm buildings open to the public; docents at major buildings from 12 – 2 PM; AIHS 35th year celebration and Partners in Preservation kickoff begins at 12 PM; free popcorn, hot dogs, desserts, door prizes and h...
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By Cheryl Steffen, Realtor
(Real Living Northwest)
Ever heard of Anderson Island? The #1 question I hear from people when they ask where I live and work is "where's Anderson Island?" Well, Anderson Island is the Southern-most island in Puget Sound.  Accessed via a short 20 minute ferry ride from Steilacoom.  This lovely island has approximately 1,100 full-time residents and countless "snow-birds". Currently, the real estate market on the island offers an inventory of almost 60 homes with prices starting in the low 140's.  There's waterfront, golf course and non-view properties; something for every budget.  An added bonus is the community has 2 fresh water lakes, a salt water marina, 9 hole golf course and too many parks to list. If you don't find what you're looking for in an existing home, consider purchasing an affordable parcel with ...
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By Brett Tousley, Tri Cities Real Estate | (509) 420-0013
(Keller Williams Realty)
No doubt the high cost of fuel has changed many families summer vaction plans this year!  My goodness I paid $4.89 per gallon last time I fueled up my diesel pickup!  Throw a camper, trailer or boat into the mix and wow does your fuel bill go up dramatically.  Here's a clever alternative that is largely unknown by most here in Pierce County. Anderson Island!  Just a short ferry ride out of Steilacoom to your new island get away.  Anderson Island is a largely rural island blessed with tall evergreens, abundant wildlife, two lakes and a nine hole golf course!  Not long ago, these lots were being sold on late night T.V. for as much as $49,000!  The current median sales price is approximately $26,000.  Inventory is way up on the Island and prices are very reasonable. It's a buyer's market o...
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By Aaron Hunter, Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Realty)
Anderson Island real estate is a well-established tourist spot, and the southernmost island in Puget Sound. Residents of this beautiful ocean getaway enjoy vista views across the sound toward Mt Rainier at the eastern edge of Pierce County. Non-islanders often find the Anderson Island home market a final destination for relaxation; or better yet, a permanent retirement escape. Just step foot there and you will see why. The Anderson Island, Washington real estate area is accessible only by ferry, but lies within easy reach of Tacoma real estate market centers and Pierce County's major urban hub. Buyers will find a wide variety of homes for sale on Anderson Island, Washington, as well as many undeveloped properties in the $50K price range - a steal for property in a beautiful waterfront s...
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By Cheryl Steffen, Realtor
(Real Living Northwest)
About Anderson Island and How I came to the Island Anderson Island has a long and rich history of which I am happy to be part of for the past 7 years. I moved to Anderson Island on December 1, 2000, from Lakewood.  I stumbled across the ferry dock one day while riding my bicycle.  I took a look at the ferry schedule and decided to go for a ride on the ferry and ride my bike around the island.  Wow!  I was in Heaven. Weeks later, I had a client come to my office and apply for a home loan....and guess what?  He was buying a home on Anderson Island.   I could not believe the price of the home he was purchasing and the thought of living on an island intrigued me enough to go looking for a home. Long story, short...I purchased a home and later sold it after Eric and I met and now we have a h...
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