MTD 24" 2-Stage Electric Start Snow Thrower at Costco for $349.97

I was at my local Costco store in Strongsville, Ohio and they are selling a MTD snow thrower at a clearance price of $349.97. I believe that they were selling this unit for $549.99 earlier in the year. Here are the specs:

Item Number: 313003
Two stage auger
197cc OHV engine
24 inch width
Electric Start
4 Forward speeds (I think)
2 Reverse speeds

Looks like a nice budget snow thrower. Not sure if this is just a local price or nationwide.