Prepared exclusively for Chad & Robyn
392 Bailer Hill Road · Friday Harbor, WA 98250
When we spoke, you were clear about the goal — move forward on the next home, but only once this one is sold. I've prepared this private overview so you and Robyn can see exactly how I'd bring your property to market and what your real options are. No pressure, no guesswork — just a thoughtful path forward.
The Launch
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Your Plan
You told me you want to get straight to the heart of the matter, and that every decision will be made together with Robyn. So here is the heart of it — four deliberate moves, in order.
Your home is architect-designed, 4,000+ square feet on nearly ten acres of San Juan Valley pasture — a rare, first-time-on-market offering. I'll frame it as the singular estate it is, not as a commodity listing.
Because your next purchase depends on this one closing, I'll map a timeline that protects your leverage. You're patient and financially secure — we'll use that patience as a strength, not let it become a liability.
A property of this caliber finds its buyer through curated exposure, not noise. I'll target qualified island and relocating buyers through the channels that actually move luxury inventory in the San Juans.
Once we're under contract, I'll coordinate tightly with your next purchase so the transition is seamless — no gap, no scramble. The goal is to hand you the keys to your next home without a misstep.
The Market
I've selected three verified San Juan Island transactions that frame where your home sits in today's market. These are real listings and closed sales — not estimates — drawn from the same range we discussed.
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
$2,595,000
5 beds · 3.5 baths · 3,901 sq ft
15.04-acre estate parcel
An acreage estate with similar scale (3,900+ sq ft) on 15 acres, directly mirroring your property's rare combination of substantial square footage, privacy, and expansive island acreage.
Zillow — MLS #2496322
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
$2,695,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 2,441 sq ft
Premium Roche Harbor area setting
Demonstrates strong buyer demand in the mid-$2M bracket for architecturally distinctive island residences, serving as a solid benchmark for premium finishes and island positioning.
NWMLS / Redfin record
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
$2,950,000
3 beds · 4 baths · 3,412 sq ft
Private acreage setting
Anchors the upper boundary of the $2M–$3M bracket on acreage. This comparable shows how the market values substantial square footage and multi-bedroom island estates heading toward the $3M threshold.
Zillow — MLS #2592146Comparable data sourced from Zillow and Redfin, current as of the listing or sale dates shown. Verified figures only — no estimates or projections are presented as a valuation of your property.
Your Questions
It's the most common conversation I have with island sellers, and it's exactly why I don't lead with a number. Public estimates are algorithms; your home is an architect-designed estate on nearly ten acres. In our consultation I'll walk you through the verified comparables above, separate what the data supports from what the market will reward, and give you a grounded range — not a guess. You and Robyn decide from there.
Yes — and it's one of your greatest advantages. Sellers who aren't forced to move can wait for the right buyer rather than the first one. My job is to make sure that patience costs you nothing: a precise launch, qualified showings, and a timeline that keeps your next purchase lined up without pressure.
This is the heart of our plan. I'll sequence the sale so you hold leverage throughout, and coordinate closely with your next purchase so the two transactions move together. The goal is no gap between closing here and closing there — and no scramble to make it happen.
Perfectly well. I'll make sure Robyn has everything she needs to evaluate every step alongside you — the same comparables, the same strategy, the same timeline. Nothing moves forward until you've both had the chance to weigh in. Two informed decision-makers make for a stronger sale.
A focused, private conversation — in person or by video, your choice. We'll review your goals, walk through the market data for your property, discuss the timeline for your next purchase, and outline the launch strategy. You'll leave with clarity on your options and next steps, with no obligation to list.
The Agenda
You wanted to get straight to the heart of the matter. So will I. Here's exactly what we'll address — nothing padded, nothing wasted.
Celeste
I'm Celeste Zarling, and I've built my practice on a simple belief: a home like yours deserves more than a listing — it deserves a launch. I work with a small number of island sellers at a time so I can give each property the attention it warrants. When you're ready, I'd be honored to sit down with you and Robyn and talk through what's possible.
Celeste Zarling · San Juan Islands
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