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Rabbit Creek combines rural scenery with urban convenience
As the roads climb up the hillsides in Anchorage's Rabbit Creek neighborhood, the views of the city get better and better. Step out the front door of a home at the top of the community, and you’ll take in the city lights of Downtown Anchorage, the Cook Inlet and Mt. Susitna. This primarily residential area is known for its access to nature, with trails and parks nearby. A mix of rural properties and subdivisions gives buyers plenty of choices in the neighborhood. Highly rated schools add to the area’s appeal, while popular south Anchorage shops and restaurants are within 15 minutes of home.
Much of the neighborhood of Rabbit Creek can be found hillside overlooking Cook Inlet.
A sign welcomes you to the Goldenview subdivision, one of many neighborhoods in the community.
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Popular outdoor activities in Rabbit Creek
Exploring the mountains is a favorite pastime for Rabbit Creek residents. “There’s great access to trails. We’re bordered on one side by Chugach State Park, which is the largest state park in the United States, with multiple access points in the neighborhood,” says Tim Alderson, the chair of the Rabbit Creek Community Council. The Rabbit Creek Trail is one of the most popular, offering a 4.4-mile trek to a scenic lake. There’s also a nearby trail that leads to Flattop Mountain, the most-hiked peak in Alaska. This hike is known for its rock scrambling and the abundance of blueberries in the fall. The boardwalk at Potter Marsh is a great spot to see wildlife, including eagles, salmon and moose. Alderson says the marsh freezes over in the winter, making it a popular spot for ice skating. For a more traditional park setting, head to Roy E. Storck Homestead Park, which has a playground, baseball field and picnic shelter
The Rabbit Creek Trail is a popular hike in the Chugach Mountains.
Birders and outdoor lovers try to spot wildlife at the Potter Marsh boardwalk.
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A wide range of housing styles in south Anchorage
Rabbit Creek gives buyers plenty of options, ranging from cabins and Craftsman-style homes on wooded lots to New Traditional houses in pristine subdivisions. The hilly landscape and winding streets add to the natural feeling of the community. Homes are often spacious, with an average size of over 3,000 square feet. Houses under 3,000 square feet can cost between the upper $400,000 and the upper $800,000s, while larger homes range from the lower $700,000s to the mid-$1,700,000s. Most properties in the area have private wells and septic systems, but the Goldenview subdivision offers access to city water.
Luxury new construction homes can be found in the scenic neighborhood.
Homes take full advantage of the great outdoors that surrounds them.
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Highly rated education options on the Anchorage hillside
Students in Rabbit Creek will likely be part of the Anchorage School District and attend the top-rated Goldenview Middle School and South Anchorage High School. The high school has specialized programs, including:
A Civic Leadership program that offers dual credit and community service projects for 10th through 12th graders
Advanced Placement courses in nearly every subject, including Biology, Economics and Psychology
Career and Technical Education programs in communication, hospitality and engineering
Goldenview Middle School is a popular choice for students because of it's A rating from Niche.
South Anchorage High School's massive campus is dramatically backdropped by mountains.
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A quick drive to nearby shopping and dining
Rabbit Creek is primarily residential, but the popular shopping and dining areas of south Anchorage are close by. The Carrs on Huffman Road is the closest grocery store, about a 6-mile drive from the neighborhood. Further north on Old Seward Highway, you can find big-box stores like Walmart and Best Buy. A nearby Target and Costco add more options to the area. You can grab breakfast at the casual Southside Grill or enjoy an upscale lunch or dinner at Manhattan Restaurant & Lounge.
With no commercial center in the neighborhood, Huffman square is a close by center for shopping.
Rabbit Creek residents enjoy the great atmosphere and delicious plates at Southside Bistro.
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Easy drives into town and the Alaskan wilderness
The commute to Downtown Anchorage is simple from Rabbit Creek, but it is also one of the longest commutes in the city. Seward Highway offers a 14-mile drive, which typically takes about 20 minutes without traffic. Turning left out of the neighborhood onto Seward Highway leads to a world of adventure away from the city. “We’re on the edge of town, so we’re really a gateway to a vast Alaskan recreation corridor,” Alderson says. “If you’re a boater, hiker or hunter, we’re about as close to it as you can get in Anchorage.” The highway leads to spots like Alyeska Resort and the Kenai Peninsula.
Downtown Anchorage is just 14 miles northwest of Rabbit Creek.
Nearby Seward Highway offers a quick and convenient route to many destinations.
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When to expect snowplowing in Rabbit Creek
With the rural setting, winter road maintenance is a top concern in Rabbit Creek. “A lot of times, people who live back in there have to use four-wheel drive with chains,” says Paul Lambert, a Realtor at Herrington and Company LLC with 25 years of experience. “It can be challenging in the winter.” Main roads in the area are maintained by the state, but others are part of Limited Road Service Areas, which are groups made up of elected boards that contract plows for winter maintenance. Alderson recommends looking up which LRSA you would be buying a home in and familiarizing yourself with how they operate. He estimates that most parts of the community are plowed within 24 hours of a snowstorm.
Staying bear aware in rural Anchorage
Wildlife safety is important in a neighborhood as close to nature as Rabbit Creek. “I’ve seen black bears right in people’s driveways, so yeah, you probably want to have a bear-proof trash can and things like that,” Lambert says. Some common tips include:
Storing trash inside your home until the morning of pickup
Keeping pet food indoors and being mindful of bird seed if you have a feeder
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rabbit Creek
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rabbit Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rabbit Creek, Anchorage sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Rabbit Creek, Anchorage over the last 12 months is $820,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This Goldenview home has many custom touches. Kitchen features solid surface counter tops, in-cabinet lighting, under-cabinet lighting and stainless steel appliances. Main level has tile flooring and Corian window sills. Roomy open floor plan captures lots of light on west-facing deck off family room and kitchen. All above-grade, all bedrooms upstairs.
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