579 SE Ely Street Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Listing Courtesy of: MLS LogoNorthwest MLS as distributed by MLS GRID / Listed By: Craig McKenzie, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Mckenzie Realty; Jonathan Pook, Danforth / Coldwell Banker Danforth

  579 SE Ely Street Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Active (3 Days)
$795,000 (USD)
4
BED
1
BATH
2,846
SQFT

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.

MLS #:
2552313
Taxes
$6,364(2025)
Lot Size
0.98 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Style
1 1/2 Stry W/Bsmt
Views
See Remarks
School District
Oak Harbor
County
Island County
Community
City of Oak Harbor

Listed By

Craig McKenzie, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Mckenzie Realty
Jonathan Pook, Coldwell Banker Danforth
Source
Northwest MLS
Last checked Jul 12 2026 at 10:25 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • Solarium/Atrium
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Water Heater
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Skylight(s)
  • Dining Room
  • Stove(s)/Range(s)
Subdivision
  • City Of Oak Harbor
Lot Information
  • Paved
Property Features
  • Gas Available
  • Patio
  • Rv Parking
  • Shop
  • Stable
  • Outbuildings
  • Cable Tv
  • High Speed Internet
  • Green House
  • Fenced-Partially
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: 2
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
Heating and Cooling
  • Radiant
  • Forced Air
Basement Information
  • Unfinished
Flooring
  • Concrete
  • Hardwood
  • Vinyl
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
Exterior Features
  • Wood
  • Roof: Composition
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Fuel: Electric, Wood, Natural Gas
School Information
  • Elementary School: Buyer to Verify
  • Middle School: Buyer to Verify
  • High School: Buyer to Verify
Parking
  • Rv Parking
  • Driveway
  • Detached Garage
Stories
  • 1
Living Area
  • 1,773 sqft
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