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Mount Vernon is the county seat of Skagit County, Washington, located in the Skagit River Valley about halfway between Seattle and the Canadian border. The city is probably best recognized as the home of the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, a beloved regional tradition that brings visitors from across the Pacific Northwest to see millions of tulips in bloom every spring. With a population of around 36,000, Mount Vernon has a genuine small-city feel while keeping you well-connected to major destinations throughout the region. Renters exploring apartments in Mount Vernon will find a community anchored by agriculture, healthcare, and local commerce, with Skagit Valley College just minutes from downtown. Housing options here run the gamut, from garden-style apartment communities and townhomes to smaller walk-up buildings spread across the city. Downtown along First Street is a draw for renters who want to be close to local restaurants, shops, and the Skagit River waterfront.