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Provided by NWMLS, Listed by Craig McKenzie, 360-639-4070 at Better Homes&Gardens McKenzie
4 Beds
1 Bath
2,846 sqft

$795,000

579 SE Ely Street, Oak Harbor WA, 98277

Price per sqft$279.34
Built in1940
Property size2,846 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Jul 9, 2026

Updated 4h ago

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.

$5,289/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $795,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
2552313

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1
Fireplace
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.98 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$6,364
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
View
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No
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Provided by NWMLS, Listed by Craig McKenzie, 360-639-4070 at Better Homes&Gardens McKenzie

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