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Campbell Park

Campbell Park

3.8
$395,252 Average Value
$231 Average Price per Sq Ft
14 Homes For Sale

Campbell Park is a convenient, yet quiet Anchorage neighborhood

A central location and plenty of outdoor activities make Campbell Park a desirable neighborhood in Anchorage . Directly east of Seward Highway, this community makes it easy to get around the city without being right in the thick of it. Throw in the multiple bus routes and nearby hospitals, and Campbell Park’s convenience factor keeps growing. When it’s time for some recreation, miles of trails and towering trees offer an escape into the Alaskan wilderness, just steps from your front door.

What to pay for a home in Campbell Park

Well-maintained ranch-style houses from the late 20th century make up most of Campbell Park. “The homes are in really good shape. Everybody seems to have pride and take care of their lawn,” says Paul Lambert , a Realtor at Herrington and Company LLC with 25 years of experience. You might pay less here than you would in other neighborhoods around Anchorage. The median sales price is lower than the citywide median, and home prices typically range from the low $200,000s to the mid $600,000 range. The neighborhood also has lots of apartments and rentals, with about 57% of people renting their homes.

Long driveways and large lots make homes unique in Campbell Park.
Long driveways and large lots make homes unique in Campbell Park.
Well kept single story homes are common in Campbell Park.
Well kept single story homes are common in Campbell Park.
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Students in Campbell Park can attend Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School.
Students in Campbell Park can attend Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School.

Highly rated schools serve local students

The highly rated Anchorage School District serves Campbell Park, and students will likely attend Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School. Commonly known as East High, the school receives high ratings and offers several unique programs, including pathways in biomedicine and computer science. Students can also participate in JROTC, and the school has an organization that offers services and opportunities to Native students.

Campbell Park is a great neighborhood for getting outside

Getting outside is easy in Campbell Park, with multiple green spaces, including the area’s namesake. “The park has all sorts of cool stuff for the kids to play on. It’s got a trail for the adults, too. There’s a trail system that goes right through the park,” Lambert says. Campbell Park is on East 48th Street and has an inclusive playground with activities for toddlers and older kids. The Campbell Creek Trail has over 7 miles to explore by biking or walking. You can stop at several points along the trail and try to spot salmon spawning in the creek. Keep heading east, and you’ll end up in the 4,000-acre Far North Bicentennial Park, which has several more trails to discover. Waldron Lake Park is popular for youth sports, with multiple soccer fields and walking trails around the pond.

Campbell Creek Trail provides scenic views at every turn.
Campbell Creek Trail provides scenic views at every turn.
Hikers love the miles of trail at Far North Bicentennial Park near Campbell Park.
Hikers love the miles of trail at Far North Bicentennial Park near Campbell Park.
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Daily necessities are close to home in central Anchorage

Living in Campbell Park puts you close to lots of shops, amenities and services. “It’s just minutes from everything. Five to 10 minutes is all you need to get anywhere you need to go,” Lambert says. Groceries are available at Fred Meyer on Northern Lights Boulevard, just 2 miles away in Rogers Park . Other shopping options include Carrs, Walmart and Midtown Mall in the nearby Midtown neighborhood. Healthcare and jobs are close by, with Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Native Medical Center each about 2 miles away in University Area .

Neighborhood restaurants offer a mix of flavors

Campbell Park has a variety of restaurants in and around the neighborhood.

• Serrano’s Mexican Grill serves house-made tortillas and salsas with sit-down dining or a drive-thru
• Bread and Brew is known for its creative grilled cheeses, reindeer dishes and extensive beer list
• Namaste Shangri-La offers traditional Nepalese food and other Southeast Asian cuisine
• Chains like Starbucks, McDonald’s and Subway are all close by as well

A popular Mexican restaurant serves Campbell Park diners.
A popular Mexican restaurant serves Campbell Park diners.
Campbell Park residents gather for food and drink at Bread and Brew.
Campbell Park residents gather for food and drink at Bread and Brew.
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Easy access to all corners of Anchorage

Whether you drive yourself or take public transit, commuting is a breeze from Campbell Park.

• Seward Highway offers a 4-mile drive to Downtown Anchorage
• Anchorage People Mover bus routes connect to downtown, hospitals and shopping centers
• Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is just 5 miles away

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Merrill Field

11 min drive

Bus

Tudor & Defiance ESE

Bus

Lake Otis & Ymca E

Bus

Lake Otis & Pago Pago NNE

Bus

Lake Otis & 54th Avenue SSW

Bus

Tudor & Piper WSW

Bus

Tudor & Macinnes ESE

Bus

Lake Otis & Dowling NNE

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 2 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
1/31/2016 Niche Review
Anchorage has been a great place to live in. It was a place to feel safe and feel at ease, but recently with the spike of crime and violence, it is a place that I'm not sure if I would feel safe anymore. There are crimes involving violence almost every night.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Campbell Park US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Campbell Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$329,999
Median Sale Price
$337,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$145,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
78
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,462
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,771
Below the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,196
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
999
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
621
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
7,928
Median Age
34
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,290
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$95,527

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
28.4%
Advanced Degrees
7.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.8%
Above the national average
64.9%

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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