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Port Townsend, WA Real Estate News

By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Bread for Haiti People in the  small town of Port Townsend are doing what they can, and there are examples in every corner of our daily life.  One that stands out is my favorite  bakery. Sunday Jan. 24 the Pain d Amore Bakery baked twice the amount of bread for the day and gave all the proceeds($12,000+) to Haiti relief.      Besides being a benevolent family owned business, they have bread and pastries that are the best you will ever have.  Located Uptown they have a small bakery with benches in front, hot coffee, newsapaper and a water bowl for Bowser. 
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
 I have heard a lot about this trail since I moved to Port Townsend over 10 years ago, but learned a lot about it last week on a walk with my Shih Tzus. Teddy and Lulu. After doing an errand in the Cape George area I decided to check out the most recently finished trailhead of the Larry Scott Trail, which was well worth the time.  It has a circular parking lot, picnick table, and porta-potty for the convenience of hikers, bikers and equestrians.  Named after Larry Scott who was a cycling enthusiast here in Port Townsend who died in 1991.  He and his wife Judy met with other cyclers weekly for long bicycle rides and were in search of dedicated mulit-use trails.  Larry was the momentum in getting this done.  Through the efforts and support of the Jefferson County Public Works and a lot o...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend's San Juan Grocery Built in 1940 and once a busy grocery store, this building is located on over one acre of prime real estate where North Beach and Uptown neighborhoods converge, at the intersection of San Juan and F Streets.   A mixed use commercial zoned property it presents many opportunites for development.  Near the Port Townsend Golf Course, schools, churches and residences.   Currently offered for $850,000
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend's airport is located 4 miles SW of the city of Port Townsend, and is officially known as the Jefferson County International Airport.   It is owned and operated by the Port of Port Townsend, and  has a runway of 9000 x 75.  It is  used by small aircraft and only during daylight hours, so the impact on the area is minimal. The airport has some new hangers and taxiways, which are for sale or for rent, and a new Flight Museum.  There are aircraft services, gas, flight lessons and private charters available.  Also a customs office for international and Canadian flights.                  There is a wonderful little cafe called the Spruce Goose which has good food and a great view of the planes coming and going. 
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend Paper Mill                                                                        Started in 1928 by Crown Zellerbach, the mill was a boon to a sagging economy and a welcome addition to the area as the largest employer in Jefferson County.  Still a regular   topic of conversation due to the key waterfront parcel it occupies, the plume of (what is that white stuff?) and occasional strong smell.   One big boon to the city of Port Townsend  was a large and reliable supply of water piped, over 30 miles from the Big Quilcene River.  It  still the largest employer in Jefferson County but that has gone from a high in 1955 of 850, to less than 300 at present, turning out 325,000 tons of unbleached paper and cardboard every year.  Ownership and management has changed hands several ...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
  Port Townsend Neighborhoods  Part 7    Quilcene, WA                                                                             Quilcene is a small community near Port Townsend with the abundant natural beauty of dense forest areas, the Quilcene River, tall mountains and beautiful small harbors and beaches.   There are many historic photos of logging tall trees, families picnicking on the beaches, and my favorite historic spot, Linger Longer Lodge, which burned to the ground on Halloween night in 1959.  Today, there is very little commercial activity, but a wonderful place to live with acreage and space.  The photo shows the main intersection of town, with one small grocery store, a gas station and 3 or 4 restaurants.  Down the road a bit there is a church, a campground and forest ran...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
A great way to stay in Port Townsend is to rent a cottage. There are over one hundred rental cottages in Port Townsend. Mostof them sleep four or more guests and have all the comfort and amenities of being at home. Unpack just once and set up your office, kitchen and living area as though you were at home. With easy parking for many cars and close proximity to historic Fort Worden, the Birdnest Cottageshown above is a favorite destination for travelers needing short or extended stays. The kitchen has absolutely everything a gourmet cook would need to feed a large group. There is directv, broadband internet, upgraded furniture and two private outdoor deck with a view of the water and light house. A smaller property located at F and Cherry Street,  "Almost Uptown Cottage" is adjacent to t...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend Gingerbread House Contest Historic Port Townsend Sites appear in Gingerbread House contest sponsored annually by Aldriches Market in Uptown Port Townsend.   The artistic and talented people in Port Townsend turn out with some interesting "Gingerbread Houses" and here are two of my favorites this year.  On display at Aldriches Market throughout the Christmas season, and looking good enough to eat! Port Townsend Bell Tower Erected in late 1890's to call the volunteer firemen, and through a bell code, could tell them where to meet.  It was renovated after 2000 with grants and donations totalling over $140,000 and is the last one of it's type left in our country.                               Point Wilson Lighthouse  The original light dates back to 1879, and is under the cont...
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By Charlie Arthur, CCIM
(RE/MAX FIRST, INC.)
Best Place to Live 2009 Port Townsend Washington Port Townsend, WA, 98368 was voted by me as THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE in 2009. Home prices are down to a more affordable level. Crime is low. Happiness is up. Rainfall is low. 2 mountain ranges to view. 2 major peaks to see, Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker. Locals are friendly and considerate. Traffic congestion is non-existent. I couldn't think of a better place to live. So I convened my panel of experts...me, myself and I and after careful deliberation, research and insight...we chose Port Townsend and THE BEST PLACE TO LIVE for 2009. In fact, we couldn't find any other locations worth putting on the list. Check back next year to see if the list has expanded. Due to budgetary constraints we had to keep our research down to one town. Next year we...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
When I moved here 10 years ago, it seems to me Port Townsend  had only one strand of decorations in the downtown area.  Now we have two!  We also have a very beautiful tree (donated by one of our county commisioners from his own yard) at the Haller Fountain which was decorated on a gorgeous sunny morning today.   Organized annually by Port Townsend's Main Street Organization, the downtown decorations are put up with the help of an entire company from the Jefferson County fire department, several city and park employees as well as a multitude of volunteers. Financed by private business, the city of Port Townsend year. In previous years his arrival was by tugboat, however his boat sank in Alaska this last year and a more conventional mode of transportation has been chosen.  The annual tre...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Uptown Neighborhood   By far the most popular place to call home in Port Townsend due to its great location close to everything, and it's Victorian architecture, preserved since the early 1880's.  Chance and circumstances have saved this wonderful little town from the remodel and tear down of these historic homes and buildings.  From the earliest recession in the 1890's when the planned railroad went to Seattle instead, this shipping port saw many downturns and setbacks which led to unemployment and isolation.    Today, we still have those issues, but people who can manage to live here enjoy the tradeoff for small town atmosphere, lack of crime and traffic, clean air, charming ambience, and breathtaking scenic beauty.     Uptown is the area on the bluff above the waterfront, a neighborh...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Fort Worden Neighborhood  Close to Fort Worden!  These words will get a lot of notice from buyers in Port Townsend. Fort Worden is one of our greatest treasures here in Port Townsend.  A large state owned former Army base which has become a gorgeous state park with beaches, playgrounds, trails, Commons House, Victorian vacation rentals, colleges, Centrum for the Arts, on and on...home to many of our festivals and celebrations.   The group of homes next to Fort Worden just known as the Fort Worden neighborhood are cherished just for being close to this wonderful recreational area.  Located close to the coast, with very little traffic, yet close to town this area is ideal for anyone.   Homes are mostly custom built from the 1800's through 2009, in all sizes and styles.  Prices range from ...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend Neighborhoods  Port Townsend is a small town, geographically as well as density of  population.  Situated on the Quimper Peninsula, there is water on three sides, with Admiralty Bay to the East, the Strait of Juan De Fuca to the Nortrh, and Discovery Bay on the west side.  No room for urban sprawl here! There are only 6 or 7 areas that are thought of as distinct neighborhoods, each with it's own abience and characteristics....  Bell Neighborhood Cape George Fort Worden Kala Point Morgan Hill North Beach Uptown Kala Point   Just 10 minutes outside of Port Townsend, this lovely planned community has it all...incredible open spaces of tall trees and natural fauna, walking trails, pristine beaches, clubhouse with pool and hot tub, meeting rooms, RV and boat parking area.   The...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend Boating Mishap High winds and unusual sea conditions prevailed in Port Townsend on Friday morning,  causing this craft to end up  on the beach.  Those aboard were rescued by the Coast Guard as onlookers watched.  In the far distance is Point Wilson Lighthouse and the Straits of San Juan De Fuca.  Normally a very quiet inlet with no waves, and the biggest threat is usually floating logs.  
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend Neighborhoods  Port Townsend is a small town, geographically as well as density of  population.  Situated on the Quimper Peninsula, there is water on three sides, with Admiralty Bay to the East, the Strait of Juan De Fuca to the Nortrh, and Discovery Bay on the west side.  No room for urban sprawl here! There are only 6 or 7 areas that are thought of as distinct neighborhoods, each with it's own abience and characteristics....  Bell Neighborhood Cape George Fort Worden Kala Point Morgan Hill North Beach Uptown   Cape George  Cape George is a beautiful little planned community on the West side of the Quimper Peninsula on Discovery Bay.  The community is divided into areas on both sides of Cape George Rd. with 2 waterview areas and one inland area with parcels on acreage.  ...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Port Townsend Neighborhoods  Port Townsend is a small town, geographically as well as in density of  population.  Situated on the Quimper Peninsula, there is water on three sides, with Admiralty Bay to the East, the Strait of Juan De Fuca to the Nortrh, and Discovery Bay on the west side.  No room for urban sprawl here! There are only 6 or 7 areas that are thought of as distinct neighborhoods, each with it's own abience and characteristics....    Cape George Fort Worden Kala Point Morgan Hill North Beach Uptown Bell    Bell Neighborhood  Located to the west of North Beach, this lovely wooded area is known for tall firs and cedars, northwest style custom homes,  common spaces of natural plants, and long serene walking trails.   Homes range in size from around 1800 sq. ft. to over 3000 a...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
PORT TOWNSEND'S HAUNTED BUILDINGS   Port Townsend is a favorite place for some amateur ghost hunters, and their findings include 3 well known historical buildings.  Using film, digital cameras, audio and video recording systems, and computerized surveilance gear they feel they can determine extra paranormal activity.  They feel Port Townsend is one of the most haunted communities in the state of Washington.     The "Commander's House" at Fort Worden showed some "orbs" (not visible to the naked eye) in photograpy taken by a  team of "ghost hunters" that visited Port Townsend  in 2006.   Built in the late 1800's and open to the public as a museum, this wonderful home overlooks the Parade Grounds at the fort.            Another rich field was the Manressa Castle (built in 1891)  with many ...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
 Port Townsend Waterfront Homes Part Three Kala Point Waterfront Homes A 5 or 6 minute drive just outside downtown Port Townsend, Kala Point is a wonderful gated community with acres of green belt, tall oaks and pines, miles of trails and beautiful custom built northwest style homes on large 1/3 acre + lots.  Subdivided in the late 70's, this beautiful little community has wide tree lined streets, low density, a gorgeous beach and lagoon with small pier, boat launch and area for your kayaks; large clubhouse with pool, library, and social/card-room;  tennis courts and well maintained walking paths throughout.  Most amazing are the low $65 per month HOA fees.    Waterfront homes are not often available, and one just sold last month  in the mid $700's with less than 30 days on the market. ...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
 Port Townsend Waterfront Homes      Looking for an escape from congestion, crime,  smog and traffic?  Check out our beautiful Pacific Northwest and you will be surprised! Compare your city to Port Townsend area:  ·     Fresh air without smog ·     Minimal  crime rate ·     Low  density of homes and people ·     Rainfall below 19 inches per year ·     No state income tax ·     Small town living with easy access to major cities ·     Scenic beauty in every direction ·     Recreational attractions abound Welcome to Port Townsend, WA  If you have been dreaming of a waterfront home, take a look at some very good values....                                                                                 Beckett Point/ Port Townsend Waterfront community with views of shipping lanes and long sa...
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By Sandra White, Experienced Residential Resale Broker
(John L Scott Real Estate)
Waterfront Homes, Port Townsend WA Port Townsend is a magical little  community on the Puget Sound, West of Seattle, a  2 hour commute via ferry boat and Hood Canal Bridge.  The area is surrounded by The Straits of San Juan De Fuca, beautiful forrests and snow capped mountains.  For those of you with your heart set on Waterfront property there are many bargains to be had.  Many residents of this area who have the abiltiy to live anywhere in the world have chosen Port Townsendfor their home, whether they be boating enthusiasts, nature lovers, conservationalists, or just enjoy peaceful small town living. Here are two available properties for your consideration.  More in Part two.    Discovery Bay Area Views of Discovery Bay and sunsets, 3 landscaped lots, listed below assessed value.  Hig...
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