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North Star has parks, schools and convenient shopping
North Star is a central Anchorage neighborhood known for its parks and highly rated schools. The community is on the younger side, with a median age of 37 and about 22% of the population under 18. Homes range from modest cottages to elaborate custom designs and contemporary condos. Whether you’re doing some shopping in Midtown or heading to a job in Downtown Anchorage, this convenient location makes it easy to get around the city.
Midtown Mall features diverse shopping and dining options in the heart of Anchorage.
The North Star neighborhood mixes convenient access to the city's amenities with suburban life.
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What to pay for single-family homes and condos
Winding streets lined with tall trees and thick shrubs give the neighborhood a natural feeling, despite being in the center of town. As you drive through the community, you’ll see cottages, ranch-style houses and custom builds. Some homes offer scenic sunset views overlooking Westchester Lagoon. Single-family houses range from the upper $200,000s to the upper $500,000s. Condos include seven-story buildings and smaller two-unit structures, and cost between the mid-$100,000s and the lower $200,000s.
Homes are often one story with a single-car garage.
Log cabin homes can be found in North Star.
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Recreation ranges from playgrounds to fishing spots
North Star has lots of options for getting outside, including Valley of the Moon Park, one of the city's most popular spots. “For one, it’s got a huge field where you can play badminton or volleyball,” says Paul Lambert, a Realtor at Herrington and Company LLC with 25 years of experience. “They’ve got a couple of pavilions in there, so you can call the city and rent them for a couple of hours, and they have grills. I actually had my kids' first birthday in there.” The park is also known for its playground, one of the largest in Anchorage. The Chester Creek Trail offers more activities like biking, running and cross-country skiing. The surrounding greenbelt will make you feel like you’re in the middle of the wilderness without leaving the city. Just west of North Star, the Westchester Lagoon is great for fishing, spotting wildlife or a round of disc golf.
Valley of the Moon Park has plenty of areas to just sit and enjoy nature.
The Westchester Lagoon Nature Trail is a well-maintained path in the neighbohood.
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Highly rated neighborhood schools and programs
Students in North Star will likely be part of the Anchorage School District. The highly rated Romig Middle School and West Anchorage High School both serve the neighborhood. Commonly known as West High, the high school has a range of programs, like:
Language immersion classes in Russian and Spanish
An Air Force JROTC chapter open to students in all grades
The International Baccalaureate program that prepares students for college
A dance program allowing students to create and perform their own choreography
A medical academy for students interested in health care careers
North Star Elementary offers a strong academic foundation in a welcoming neighborhood setting.
West Anchorage High features advanced STEM programs and strong college prep in a vibrant community.
Romig Middle School provides diverse learning opportunities in a supportive community environment.
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Easy drives and bus routes connect you across Anchorage
Living in North Star gives you multiple commuting options. “A lot of people like living there because it’s so easy to get around,” Lambert says. If you need to head downtown, you’ll have about a 2-mile drive north on A Street, which takes about five minutes. Bus routes in the neighborhood stop on all the major streets and take riders to downtown, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, Providence Alaska Medical Center and the Dimond Center mall. Biking and walking are also options for getting around, with the Chester Creek Trail connecting to other neighborhoods and sidewalks along the main roads.
Groceries, big-box stores and local dining spots within quick reach
You’ll have an easy time running errands here. “North Star offers all the amenities of city living. There’s a Walmart, Fred Meyer, malls and banking centers — all right within North Star or in the vicinity,” says Gary Cox, a licensee at Real Broker Alaska with 16 years of experience. “It’s not really a ‘walking city,’ but you can get to so many essentials so easily.” In addition to the stores he mentioned, Midtown Mall has a Carrs supermarket, REI and Nordstrom Rack. Moose’s Tooth Pub & Pizzeria is a locally owned spot known for its beer and reindeer sausage pizza, while Charlie’s Bakery is loved for its Chinese food.
Residents can get their groceries at Carrs by the Midtown Mall.
Bear Tooth Theater Pub offers a unique dining and movie experience in a vibrant Anchorage setting.
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What to expect when snow piles up
Anchorage gets around 75 inches of snow each year, so winter road maintenance can be a big concern for homebuyers. The state plows main roads in the neighborhood, like Seward Highway, Minnesota Drive and Fireweed Lane. The city maintains the rest of the area, sending plows out to main and collector streets once 2 inches has accumulated. After those roads are cleared, the city declares a “Plow Out” and aims to clear all residential streets within 84 hours.
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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Margaret Eagan Sullivan Park and Waterfowl Sanctuary
Bike Trails
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Westchester Lagoon Nature Trail
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Valley of the Moon Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Charles W. Smith Memorial Park
Delaney Park
Transit
Airport
Merrill Field
9 min drive
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Hillcrest & Romig Place ESE
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Arctic & 22nd Avenue NNE
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A Street & Fireweed NNE
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Spenard & Fireweed NNW
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Spenard & 19th Avenue NNE
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Spenard & Hillcrest SSE
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C Street & 22nd Avenue NNW
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Crime and Safety
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North Star Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Star, Anchorage sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in North Star, Anchorage over the last 12 months is $229,250, down 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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