579 SE Ely Street, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
What's special
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.
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Craig McKenzie 360-929-1712 craig@mckenziebhg.com,
Better Homes&Gardens McKenzie,
Jonathan N. Pook 206-285-2566,
Coldwell Banker Danforth
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen without eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air, Radiant, Electric, Natural Gas, Wood
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer, Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Washer(s), Water Heater: Natural Gas, Water Heater Location: Basement
Features
- Dining Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 2, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,846
- Total interior livable area: 2,846 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, RV Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Skylight(s), Solarium/Atrium, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.98 Acres
- Features: Paved, Cable TV, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, Green House, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio, RV Parking, Shop, Stable
- Topography: Level,Partial Slope
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Pasture
Details
- Parcel number: R132024111360
- Zoning description: Jurisdiction: City
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,1 1/2 Stry w/Bsmt
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Average
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Company: City of Oak Harbor
- Water: Public, Company: City of Oak Harbor
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: City Of Oak Harbor
Location
- Region: Oak Harbor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $255/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $755,062
- Annual tax amount: $6,899
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Dishwasher(s), Dryer(s), Microwave(s), Refrigerator(s), Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2026 | Price change | $975,000+34.5%$343/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2552322 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2026 | Price change | $725,000-8.8%$255/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2552313 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $795,000-27.1%$279/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2552313 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,090,000$383/sqft |
Source: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2552322 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,900 +8.4% | $755,062 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $6,364 +7.3% | $750,490 +6.7% |
| 2023 | $5,933 +0.4% | $703,489 +6.7% |
| 2022 | $5,909 -0.9% | $659,310 +18.5% |
| 2021 | $5,965 +8.3% | $556,588 +8.7% |
| 2020 | $5,507 +27.8% | $512,168 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $4,310 -14.8% | $465,350 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $5,055 +6.7% | $431,257 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $4,738 +8.8% | $417,480 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $4,355 +1.3% | $408,429 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $4,299 | $387,770 +30.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $297,712 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $301,703 -2.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $310,061 -0.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $312,345 +10.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $283,128 +109.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $134,902 +8.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $124,758 +0.1% |
| 2000 | $1,294 | $124,649 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$693,600
$659,000 - $728,000
$2,486/mo
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