$257,858Average Value$213Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Fairview blends historic landmarks with central city access
Fairview is a neighborhood in central Anchorage that blends the city's past with its present. It's a diverse community home to landmarks like Greater Friendship Baptist Church, the first Black church in the state. The historic Merrill Field airport is on one side, while the bustling Downtown Anchorage is on the other. A mix of housing styles fills the streets, while the location in the heart of town gives you easy commutes and puts you close to parks, shopping and amenities.
Fairview is a quiet Anchorage neighborhood near downtown and Merrill Field Airport.
Creative murals add color to the community.
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A mix of houses with lower prices than nearby areas
A variety of home styles are packed tight onto the neighborhood's urban streets. "You're looking at older homes. There's quite a few apartments and stuff like that, and condos," says Kimberly Ketchum, a longtime Anchorage resident and Realtor at Coldwell Banker Fortune. "You're gonna have a little bit of a lower price point on those homes than you would in other neighborhoods." Modest cottages and ranch-style houses make up most of the single-family options, and typically cost between the upper $100,000s and lower $400,000s. Condos include large and small buildings, and range from the lower $100,000s to the mid-$200,000s.
Most homes are one or two stories, with some taller designs.
Modern townhomes are appearing more and more in the neighborhood.
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Downtown, highways and transit are all close for commuters
Getting around town is easy from Fairview, no matter how you commute.
Downtown is less than a 2-mile drive, while Alaska Route 1 also passes through the neighborhood for longer trips.
Bus routes pass through the area, connecting to Downtown, Alaska Regional Medical Center and shopping centers.
Most streets have sidewalks if you prefer walking, and bike lanes are also common.
Highly rated West Anchorage High School serves local students
Fairview students have a wide range of advanced academic programs in the Anchorage School District. Middle schoolers will likely attend Central Middle School of Science, which has a heavy focus on STEM education. The highly rated West Anchorage High School also serves the area and has a medical academy for students interested in careers in health care. Other programs at West High include an Air Force JROTC chapter and language immersion classes in Russian and Spanish.
Dr. Etheldra Davis Elementary is a public school in Fairview.
West Anchorage High School educates teens from Fairview.
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Wiki-licious in Fairview offers unique desserts and sweet treats.
Where to shop and dine in Fairview
While there's not much shopping within the neighborhood, you have a short drive to nearby supermarkets. Head east on 15th Avenue until it turns into DeBarr Road, and you'll find stores like Costco, Carrs, Fred Meyer and Walmart. The Anchorage Farmers Market brings locally grown food to the neighborhood every Saturday from May through October. Popular restaurants in the neighborhood include Lucky Wishbone, which has been around since 1955. "I used to know the owner of Lucky Wishbone, George Brown, when he was in his 80s and 90s. He was a retired Air Force pilot, and he was just such a wonderful person," says Silvia Brugger, a licensee at Herrington and Company, LLC and longtime area resident. "And still today, his restaurant is known to have the best fried chicken in town." You can also try other nearby spots like the donut shop Wiki-Licious or Twin Dragon for Mongolian barbecue.
Trails, parks and a rec center for local fun
Living in Fairview puts you near several parks and recreation sites.
Head to the expansive Delaney Park for a game of tennis, ice hockey or to relax on the grassy lawn.
Enjoy a stroll or a bike ride on the 4-mile Chester Creek Trail south of the neighborhood.
Play some pick-up basketball or get a workout in at the Fairview Community Recreation Center.
Bring the kids to the playground or cultivate something new in the community gardens at Fairview Lions Park.
Chester Creek Greenbelt gives residents access to scenic trails.
Fairview Lion’s Park features a playground for children.
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Nearby airport creates little noise
Despite being next to Merrill Field, Ketchum says you don't need to worry about plane noise. The airport serves small private planes, and the runways are set up so they don't often fly over the neighborhood. Any noise will be limited to background sounds that are easily tuned out.
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Crime and Safety
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Fairview
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Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fairview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairview, Anchorage sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairview, Anchorage over the last 12 months is $234,950, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This vacant historic triplex is ready for you to invest and earn money. These buildings with stood the 1964 earthquake and are quite nice. Anyone looking for city life will love this place. Close to shops, cafe's, restaurants, and parks. The convenience alone will keep you phone ringing with rental enquiries. Don't miss out, take a look at the attached video's. Red building was the 1st Fire Dept.
Midtown 4-plex with excellent rental history. Three townhouse-style, 2BR units plus one 1BR unit. Includes carport, shed, and yard. Strong, consistent performance and solid structure make this an ideal investment opportunity with room to add value.
Sarah LangfordKeller Williams Realty Alaska Group of Wasilla
A cozy community featuring stylish studio, one and two bedroom units, Merrill Crossing is your first choice affordable option. Located minutes from downtown, easy access to the Glenn Highway and close to parks makes this community stand out from the competition. On site laundry and garages are available. Make Merrill Crossing your first stop when looking for a new apartment home. Sorry, no pets
Get Cozy in the Heart of Downtown! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom second-floor unit is move-in ready and perfectly situated in downtown Anchorage, offering easy access to shops, dining, and entertainment. The home features modern updates throughout, including a like-new kitchen, bathroom, and furnishings that provide both comfort and convenience. Owner is responsible for all utilities.
Applicants must make 3 times the amount of rentHave at least 1 year of verifiable rental history No evictions, no collections and no owing any properties moneyAlaska Housing is not accepted
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