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On Puget Sound, Islands, Lakeshores
 Waterfront homes are widely available, some just minutes from downtown, having easy access to freeways, jobs and schools with amenities of city neighborhoods and the comforts of a waterfront home and spectacular views. Other areas are a ferry ride away from the bustle of mainland living. Life here offers remote communities, harbors and marinas, country club developments, spectacular views and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Anderson Island
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This island community is just a thirty-minute ferry ride from Steilacoom.
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| Day Island |
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West of University Place, this small island is packed with waterfront and view homes.
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| Fox Island |
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This island community is accessible from the Key Peninsula by a bridge that spans Hale Passage.
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| Gig Harbor |
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On the Peninsula west of Tacoma, the town of Gig Harbor has many new homes with spectacular views and older homes in the downtown area. Upscale neighborhoods are available featuring well-built homes hidden by trees. The community of Canterwood is build on a premier 18-hole golf course. All age groups- singles, families and retirees- are at home in Gig Harbor. Chamber of Commerce: (253) 851-6865. www.gigharborchamber.com
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| Lake Tapps |
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This area is east of Tacoma, near the town of Bonney Lake. Lake Tapps has experienced recent development. You can find many upscale lakefront homes with spectacular views.
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| Lakewood |
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As the second largest city in Pierce County, Lakewood includes Lake Steilacoom, Gravelly Lake and American Lake. Located southeast of Tacoma, this community has curved streets, larger lots and quiet neighborhoods, not to mention many parks and three golf courses. Chamber of Commerce: (253)582-9400. www.lakewood-wa.com
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| Salmon Beach |
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Salmon Beach is an eclectic community of unique waterfront homes with diverse architecture.
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| Steilacoom |
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Older homes line Steilacoom's sloping streets. A local building ordinance preserves spectacular views of Puget Sound and the Olympics.
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| Sunset Beach |
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This waterfront community on Puget Sound is located just south of University Place.
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| Vashon Island |
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A 20-minute ferry ride from West Seattle, Southworth or Tacoma, reveals homes ranging from original farm houses to new wood and glass structures with spectacular waterfront views.
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