$795,000

4 Beds 1 Baths 1,773 SQFT 0.98 Acres
Type: Single Family

579 SE Ely Street
Oak Harbor, WA 98277

MLS#: 2552313
Presented by: Better Homes&Gardens McKenzie and NWMLS

Property Description

 

Welcome to this iconic Whidbey Island Colonial, inspired by the “Town of Tomorrow” as Demonstration Home No. 15 at the 1939 New York World’s Fair. After 86 years in the same family, this remarkable property has been lovingly preserved while thoughtfully expanded to reflect generations of passion for gardening, tulips, raising prize-winning Hackney horses, and cultivating abundant fruit trees. The grounds and home tell an evolving story of creativity and enduring charm, featuring mature apple, pear, and plum trees on the main property, along with a full apple orchard beside the iconic barn on the neighboring acre. Current owner Neal Noorlag Jr. further elevated the estate with the addition of “The Music Conservatory,” a stunning space designed and built in 2010. Inspired by a love of architecture, music, reading, and the arts, this unique masterpiece brings a sense of elegance and inspiration that must be experienced in person. Set on a rare in-town acre, with the neighboring acre and its equally iconic barn also available. Offered for the first time ever, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a piece of history.


 

Interior Features

Bedrooms

Bedrooms Lower0
Bedrooms Upper2
Main Level Bedrooms2
Total Bedrooms4

Bathrooms

3/4 Baths0
Bathrooms1
Baths Full Garage0
Baths Full Lower0
Baths Full Main1
Baths Full Upper0
Baths Half Garage0
Baths Half Lower0
Baths Half Main0
Baths Half Upper0
Baths Three Quarter Garage0
Baths Three Quarter Lower0
Baths Three Quarter Main0
Baths Three Quarter Upper0
Half Baths0
Total Baths1

Other Interior Features

Air Conditioning Y/NNo
BasementUnfinished
Fireplace FeaturesWood Burning
Fireplace Y/NYes
Fireplaces Main2
FlooringCeramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesDining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
Power Production TypeElectric, Natural Gas, Wood
Total Fireplaces2
Water Heater LocationBasement
Water Heater TypeNatural Gas

General

AppliancesDishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Architectural StyleColonial
Attached Garage No
Building Area Units0 sqft
Carport Y/NNo
CityOak Harbor
CoolingNone
CountyIsland
DirectionsGPS Friendly.
Elementary SchoolBuyer To Verify
Entry LocationMain
Facing DirectionEast
Full Baths1
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HOA Fee$0
HeatingForced Air, Radiant
High SchoolBuyer To Verify
High School DistrictOak Harbor
Land Lease Y/NNo
LevelsOne and One Half
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Living Area1,773 sqft
Lot Size Square Feet42,689 sqft
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area813 - North Whidbey Island
Middle/Junior High SchoolBuyer To Verify
NWM_ShowMapLinkY
New ConstructionNo
PossessionClosing
Property ConditionAverage
Property Style17 - 1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
Public RemarksWelcome to this iconic Whidbey Island Colonial, inspired by the Town of Tomorrow as Demonstration Home No. 15 at the 1939 New York Worlds Fair. After 86 years in the same family, this remarkable proper
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesPartially Fenced
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerSewer Connected
Special Listing ConditionsNone
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Structure TypeHouse
Subdivision NameCity Of Oak Harbor
Tax Annual Amount$6,899
Tax Year2026
TopographyLevel, Partial Slope
ViewSee Remarks
Water CompanyCity of Oak Harbor
Year Built1940

Exterior

Building Area Total2,846 sqft
Covered Spaces2
Exterior AmenitiesWood
Foundation DetailsPoured Concrete
InclusionsDishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Irrigation Water Rights Y/NNo
Lot FeaturesPaved
Lot Size Acres0.98
Parking FeaturesDriveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
Site FeaturesCable TV, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Green House, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop, Stable
Total Parking2
VegetationBrush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools 

Elementary School Buyer To Verify Elementary School
Middle School Buyer To Verify Middle School
High School Buyer To Verify High School

  

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