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What it’s like to live in Mountain View
Mountain View’s rich culture and mix of housing make it a vibrant community in northeast Anchorage. This area is often cited as the most diverse neighborhood in the United States, attracting people of all backgrounds for its convenience to nearby jobs and affordability compared to the rest of Anchorage. You can shop at locally owned stores or chain retailers, making it easy to pick up groceries and other basic necessities. Highly rated schools and active community associations also add to the neighborly feel of Mountain View.
Glenn Highway is the main route to downtown Anchorage from Mountain View.
The Mountain View Community Center has lots of entertainment.
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Mountain View’s home styles and what buyers can expect to pay
Mountain View has a variety of single-family and multifamily homes along its tree-lined streets. Modest cottages and ranch-style houses make up the most common designs, with some featuring modern updates and renovations. Over 70% of residents rent their homes, but the area also offers a good opportunity for aspiring homeowners. “If you want to buy a house, you can get something pretty cheap,” says Paul Lambert, a Realtor at Herrington and Company LLC with 25 years of experience. “The average house around here is up in the $400,000s, whereas in Mountain View, you could get lucky and get something in the $200,000s.” Most single-family homes range in price from the low $100,000s to the upper $300,000s.
Log cabin homes in the neighborhood are often tucked into the trees.
Many homes are single-story, like this log cabin-style option.
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Locally owned markets, diverse dining and big-box stores
Red Apple Market makes it hassle-free to pick up groceries. This locally owned store on Bragaw Street has been a community staple since the early 1990s. Dining options reflect the neighborhood's diversity, with spots like Mekong Pho, Hula Hands and Tempura Express. The nearby Glenn Square shopping center has national brands like Michaels, Petco and Bass Pro Shops. Head south on Bragaw Street to DeBarr Road, and you’ll find a Costco for large shopping hauls.
Locals enjoy the Hawaiian fare at Hula Hands.
The Red Apple Market is a locally owned spot that's served the neighborhood for over 30 years.
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Schools are within easy reach
The neighborhood is part of the highly rated Anchorage School District. Kids can attend William Tyson Elementary School or Mountain View Elementary School before moving on to Clark Middle School. All three are conveniently located in the community. The highly rated Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School is about 2 miles south and has a JROTC chapter, a biomedical program and a computer science pathway.
Students in Anchorage can attend Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School.
Mountain View Elementary School is a public elementary school in the neighborhood.
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Ways to get to downtown and other Anchorage destinations
You’ll have an easy time getting around town from Mountain View. Some ways of commuting include:
Hopping on Glenn Highway for a 3-mile drive into downtown Anchorage
Heading north on Vanderberg Avenue to the Boniface Gate of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
Catching a bus to downtown, Providence Alaska Medical Center or the University of Alaska Anchorage
Biking along Third Avenue or the 2.5-mile Ship Creek Trail
Local groups work together to raise up the community
Several organizations aim to improve the area. “People are working really hard to draw out and lift up the best of what’s already here,” says Phil Cannon, president of the Mountain View Community Council. “We’re going to do whatever we can to get people together.” The council holds frequent events like potlucks and clean-up days. It also puts on annual festivals, such as the trunk-or-treat and the winter festival, which includes carriage rides, hot cocoa and free food.
New Hope Baptist Church and SonRise Community Church partner with the Food Bank of Alaska to host mobile food pantries and serve hot meals. The Mountain View Community Center regularly hosts events like food drives and free legal clinics. Grow North Farm is an urban farm that allows refugees and immigrants to grow and sell produce on site. The organization hosts a weekly market that accepts WIC and SNAP, making fresh food accessible to low-income families.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mountain View
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mountain View Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mountain View, Anchorage sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Mountain View, Anchorage over the last 12 months is $282,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
The list price is not indicative of seller's final reserve amount. This property is part of an online bidding event; please visit Auction.com to place bids. Inspections of this property and contact with occupants are strictly prohibited. Property is sold ''as is'' and no for sale sign allowed. See ''More'' for additional detailsThe list price is not indicative of seller's final reserve amount.
Great investment opportunity for investors. 4-Plex with 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. New Paint and New Roof !!! Here is your chance to own your own property and be a landlord. Listing Licensee is related to Seller.
Property Id: 980381***Applications submitted prior to viewing the property will NOT be accepted and CANNOT be refunded.***Welcome home to this comfortable, recently remodeled, bottom-floor 2-bed, 1-bath unit in a secure, well-maintained 4-plex in Mountain View. The building is home to long-term, quiet residents, and we’re looking for someone who appreciates and contributes to that
Newly updated 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment!This spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment is conveniently located minutes off the highway and within walking distance of multiple restaurants and shopping centers. As of January 2026 brand new paint and flooring throughout as well as new fridge and stove! Laundry room located on the first floor of the common area. Each unit has 2 dedicated parking
This apartment located at 741 N Bliss St features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It is Within a 5 minute drive of Boniface Gate, and within 10 minutes of both Walmart and Costco. There are 2 designated parking spots for this apartment, as well as street parking for guests.
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