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Northeast Anchorage

Northeast Anchorage

$309,114 Average Value
$221 Average Price per Sq Ft
35 Homes For Sale

Northeast Anchorage puts you close to shopping, dining and parks

Located along Glenn Highway and bordering the Chugach Mountains, Northeast Anchorage is a conveniently located neighborhood with lots to offer. Downtown Anchorage is a short drive or bus ride away, but everything you’ll need is right at home, including groceries, dining and entertainment. The neighborhood’s modest homes are surrounded by parks and natural areas, making it easy to get outside and enjoy the Alaska scenery.

With scenic vistas to the east and a major highway to the north, NE Anchorage is sought after.
With scenic vistas to the east and a major highway to the north, NE Anchorage is sought after.
Northeast Anchorage is a conveniently located neighborhood close to downtown.
Northeast Anchorage is a conveniently located neighborhood close to downtown.
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Mid-priced homes in suburban Anchorage

Buyers in Northeast Anchorage can find homes priced from the mid-$100,000s to the mid-$600,000s. The area’s median sales price is slightly lower than the citywide median, but a little higher than nearby neighborhoods like Russian Jack Park and Airport Heights . Buying isn’t the only option for finding a home in the area; about 46% of residents rent their homes. The established neighborhood is one of the older communities in town, with a median build year of 1978.

Home sizes and style vary, including townhomes, in Northeast Anchorage.
Home sizes and style vary, including townhomes, in Northeast Anchorage.
A split level home with grass lawn are common in Northeast Anchorage.
A split level home with grass lawn are common in Northeast Anchorage.
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Bartlett High School offers several college and career programs

Students in Northeast Anchorage will likely attend schools in the Anchorage School District. While the local elementary and middle schools receive average ratings, students are zoned for the highly rated Bartlett High School in the neighborhood’s northeast corner. Bartlett High offers multiple college preparatory courses, including a wide range of Advanced Placement classes. It also has a JROTC program, and students can attend King Tech, a local career and technical school with half-day programs.

Drive, bus or bike to get around the city

Northeast Anchorage is in a convenient part of town. “Especially if you don’t have a vehicle, it’s pretty close to everything,” says Paul Lambert , a Realtor at Herrington and Company, LLC, with 25 years of experience. Ways to get around include:

• Bus routes that connect to Downtown Anchorage, Providence Alaska Medical Center and shopping centers
• Major thoroughfares like Glenn Highway, Northern Lights Boulevard and DeBarr Road
• Walking or biking through the neighborhood on sidewalks and trails

Many bus lines are available to residents in North East Anchorage.
Many bus lines are available to residents in North East Anchorage.
Glenn Highway
Glenn Highway
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Fred Meyer is a convenient option for groceries in Northeast Anchorage.
Fred Meyer is a convenient option for groceries in Northeast Anchorage.

Big-name stores are close to home

The bustling shops and restaurants of downtown are just 6 miles away, but Northeast Anchorage gives you everything you need close to home. “It’s close to downtown, but it’s also close to DeBarr Road. It has a Carrs grocery store, and they’re close to a lot of gas stations,” Lambert says. “Fred Meyer is right there. There are car washes and movie theaters. It’s close to a lot of amenities.” The nearby Tikahtnu Commons has more shopping options, like Target, Kohl’s, Lowe’s and Costco Business Center. You can catch the latest movies at Regal Tikahtnu in the shopping center.

Popular restaurants in and around Northeast Anchorage

Restaurants around Northeast Anchorage include a mix of chains and locally owned spots. Muldoon Road has several popular Asian restaurants, including Samurai Sushi, Ding How Mongolian BBQ and Ronnie 2. The quick drive downtown offers even more options, like Lucky Wishbone. “Not only is the chicken really nicely fried, but they have homemade strawberry milkshakes,” says Janis Tolbert , an associate broker at Herrington and Company, LLC, with 20 years of experience. “Maybe not everyone is a strawberry shake person, but OMG. You get real pieces of strawberry in there.”

Hiking, golfing and fishing at Northeast Anchorage parks

It wouldn’t be an Anchorage neighborhood without a way to enjoy the great outdoors. Russian Jack Springs Park is just across Boniface Parkway and has several activities, including sports fields, hiking trails, a golf course and disc golf. The park is popular year-round, with one of the city’s most popular sledding hills. Nunaka Valley Park has more sports fields and playgrounds, while Cheney Lake is a favorite spot for kayaking in the summer and ice skating in the winter.

Countless trails and outdoor adventures await NE Anchorage residents.
Countless trails and outdoor adventures await NE Anchorage residents.
Kayakers enjoy a beautiful day at Cheney Lake Park.
Kayakers enjoy a beautiful day at Cheney Lake Park.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Merrill Field

10 min drive

Bus

Creekside Ctr & Walmart NNE

Bus

Peck Avenue & Orange Leaf ENE

Bus

Northern Lights & Brittany WNW

Bus

Muldoon & Halligan NNE

Bus

Muldoon & 6th Avenue NNE

Bus

Muldoon & Boundary SSW

Bus

Boundary & Boniface East

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Northeast Anchorage Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$335,000
Median Sale Price
$333,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$199,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
310
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$221

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
5,917
Number of Homes for Sale
35
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,755
Below the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,384
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,121
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
784
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
29,696
Median Age
34
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,834
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$92,912

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.1%
College Graduates
25.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
% Population in Labor Force
73.1%
Above the national average
64.9%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

41 / 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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