Anacortes Real Estate

Anacortes Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Washington

Anacortes on Fidalgo Island is both a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and an artist’s haven. Impressively bordered by Padilla Bay and Mount Erie, the city has developed a quiet culture of about 18,000 residents who value art and the natural landscape. Fidalgo is the only island of the San Juan group accessible by car, with bridge access from the mainland and Whidbey Island. Anacortes, as the second largest city in the county, is the heart of the island and home to a major terminal for the Washington State Ferries. With a charming, historic downtown, acres of parklands and active marinas, Anacortes is the gateway to the diverse and beautiful San Juan Islands and British Columbia. The city manages 18 parks and miles of trails with almost 3,000 acres of Anacortes Community Forestlands (ACFL) that includes many beautiful lakes. Waterfront activities are countless, including short cruises, scuba diving, whale watching and sport fishing expeditions. Exploring the many colorful and interesting tide pools, while enjoying a relaxing stroll along the beach is also an alternative. The downtown area is equally enjoyable, characterized by antique shops, boutiques and sidewalk cafés. Anacortes also supports an active arts community with groups, exhibits, festivals and events; the city’s dedication to artistic expression is evident by work displayed throughout town. Annual events include the Arts Festival, Quilt Show & Walk, Shipwreck Days and Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. The primary employing industries are educational, health and social services, arts, entertainment and recreation, and retail trade. Students are served by 11 schools in the Anacortes School District. Anacortes real estate options consist of single-family detached homes for sale, estate properties, condominiums and townhouses.