Anchorage: Stunning surroundings, a strong and diverse economic base, excellent recreational activities, low taxes, and cultural and ethnic diversity are among the reasons why nearly 42% of Alaska’s residents choose to make their homes in Anchorage, the state’s largest city. Nestled at the base of the Chugach Mountains along the coast of Cook Inlet in the central southern part of the state, Anchorage blends modern metropolitan living with gorgeous, rugged, unspoiled wilderness. Anchorage businesses and residents both enjoy the lowest state and local taxes in the nation and benefit from Alaska’s Permanent Fund –royalties and taxes collected from the oil industry which contribute greatly to local and state funding. In fact, most families receive more income from Alaska’s Permanent Fund investments than they pay in state and local taxes. As part of the northernmost state, Anchorage has cold, snowy winters during which residents can take advantage of more than 200 kilometers of groomed cross country ski trails and four local ski areas. City parks house facilities for ice skating, sledding and hiking. Residents can have just as much fun in the summer backpacking, horseback riding, playing golf, kayaking and rafting. There are three lakes with swim areas in and around the city. Additionally, Anchorage has some of the best trout and salmon fishing in the entire world and is one of the few cities where fish can be safely caught in the heart of downtown. Real estate is affordable, with single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses offering stunning views available at reasonable prices.
Anchorage Real Estate Info: Prices of Anchorage Houses for Sale
Anchorage offers its residents a wide variety of real estate options and favorable market rates. Single-family detached homes typically start in the $150,000 range with an average price of about $200,000. Luxury executive homes and stunning estate properties, many with breathtaking views of the Chugach Mountains or the Cook Inlet, can command prices anywhere from approximately $400,000 to the $1 million mark and beyond. Both condominiums and townhouses are readily available, starting at roughly $100,000 with median prices in the lower to mid-$100,000 range. Land and lots are available, mostly in the outer parts of city, for custom building.
Anchorage Neighborhoods
Airport Heights | Basher | Bayshore | Bear Valley | Campbell Park | Fairview | Glen Alps | Hillside East | Huffman | Mountain View | North Star | Old Seward | Rabbit Creek | Roger's Parl | Russian Jack Park | Scenic Footfills | South Addition | Taku | Tudor Area | University Area |
Downtown Anchorage - great nightlife and dining options
Government Hill - One of the oldest neighborhoods in Anchorage
Spenard - Artsy neighborhood known for it's local artists writers
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Andrea Gribbin: Anchorage, Alaska, is a vibrant city rising from the frozen tundra to a surround of snowy peaks and ice blue glaciers. It is a challenging and competitive city in every way – from lifestyle to real estate. To conquer this glacial paradise, you need a savvy real estate pro who understands the community, the marketplace and the real estate process. You need professional Realtor Andrea Gribbin of Prudential Jack White. A lifelong Anchorage resident, she has the experience and dedication necessary to help you achieve all your real estate goals. This hard-working top producer has well over a decade of experience with new construction and is a personal investor in commercial retail property. Andrea is equally at ease working with buyers who desire single-family residences or condominiums and working with more experienced investors who want to develop land or commercial buildings. She has an insiders’ knowledge of the Anchorage community, as well as the surrounding areas of Indian Valley, Bear Valley, Eagle River, Elmendorf Air Force Base, Fort Richardson, Girdwood and more. Energetic and service-oriented, Andrea enjoys nothing more than helping people make their dreams of home ownership come true. She is an active member of the National Association of REALTORS, the Anchorage Multiple Listing Service and the Anchorage Symphony League and a member of the Anchorage Woman’s Club. She also holds an Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) designation. The difference between a difficult transaction and a stress-free, efficient real estate experience is Andrea Gribbin. Resume
Anchorage AK Real Estate for the week of January 23rd, 2012: homes priced around $466,460 compared to $461,670 the previous week, showing a increase of more than +1%. For Friday, January 27th, the current national mortgage rate for a 30 year fixed mortgage is 3.89%; the 15 year fixed rate is at 3.22%. For a loan larger than conventional conforming loans, or 'jumbo' loan, the 30 year rate is 4.43%, while the 15 year jumbo rate currently is at 3.69%. You can calculate your mortgage rate with our mortgage calculators. Get local info and homes for sale in Anchorage AK. View active real estate listings for different types of properties including new homes, houses for sale, foreclosures in Anchorage, short sales, and price reduced listings. Find information and property resources including prices of recently sold homes in Anchorage, Anchorage neighborhood information, crime stats, home values, and schools in Anchorage to help you find the best home!