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Turnagain

Turnagain

Suburban Neighborhood in Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage Borough 99517
$429,401 Average Value
$287 Average Price per Sq Ft
48 Homes For Sale

Turnagain is prized for its coastal location and outdoor recreation

If you’re relocating to Anchorage from out of state, you won’t have to go far from the airport to find your next home. The Turnagain neighborhood is located on the shores of Cook Inlet and just minutes from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. “It’s a small, charming community. It’s built around the coastal trail and the inlet,” says local real estate agent Kari Disbrow with Jack White Real Estate. “The homes are on the coast. There are lots of parks and recreation. It’s very desirable.” With walkable streets and plenty of natural recreation opportunities, Turnagain is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in the city.

A wide variety of housing styles on generous lot sizes

The residential part of Turnagain is full of tree-lined neighborhood streets with traditional homes set on good-sized lots. The houses are close enough together that you’ll get to know your neighbors, but you won’t feel crammed. Spacious front yards have plenty of room for landscaping or for kids to run around. The neighborhood has many ranch-style homes, mostly wood siding and side-gabled roofs. Newer houses are often contemporary, with various colors and shapes incorporated into the design. Built-in garages are standard, offering privacy and security for residents. You can find a three-bedroom town house in the neighborhood for around $330,000, but single-family homes typically start at $400,000. Homes closer to the coast will be more expensive, with several listed for more than $1 million. They often have four or five bedrooms and lots of nearly an acre.

Walk, bike and explore history along the Anchorage shoreline

The location near the shores of the Cook Inlet gives residents plenty of room for recreation. You can easily access the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, an extensive trail system that runs along the coast from downtown Anchorage to Kincaid Park. The trail is ideal for walking, running or biking and takes visitors through coastal marshes and across forested hills. The trail runs through Lyn Ary Park, a popular local spot for sports. This city park has several baseball fields, two tennis courts and a playground. With the airport nearby, you can visit the Point Woronzof Overlook to watch planes take off and land. The Alaska Aviation Museum details the history of plane travel in the state with interactive displays, memorabilia and films. The museum is located just northeast of the airport on the shore of Lake Hood, the busiest seaplane base in the world, with more than 87,000 takeoffs and landings each year.

Convenience to highly rated local schools

Students in Turnagain might attend Turnagain Elementary School, conveniently located in the heart of the neighborhood on Northern Lights Boulevard. Romig Middle School and West Anchorage High School are also nearby and share a building connected by a hallway. West Anchorage is rated an A overall by Niche and serves approximately 1,800 students. The school offers several unique academic programs, including Spanish and Russian language immersion curriculums and a medical academy for students interested in a career in healthcare. The school also offers an Air Force JROTC program.

Popular local restaurants within walking distance

After a busy day of hiking or watching planes, you’ll probably be hungry. Fortunately, there are several popular restaurants nearby. “Other than downtown, Anchorage doesn’t have many neighborhoods with walkable restaurants nearby,” says Disbrow. “Turnagain has some of those rare opportunities to walk to some of the local haunts for lunch or dinner.” Disbrow says Rustic Goat is one of the most popular eateries in the neighborhood. This brightly lit restaurant with industrial décor serves upscale American fare like innovative burgers, calamari and pulled pork nachos. The restaurant also has an extensive drink menu with craft beers from local breweries. You’ll have easy access to groceries with a Carrs located on Northern Lights Boulevard. And with Minnesota Drive on the neighborhood’s eastern side, you have a straight shot into downtown Anchorage.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Mardi Tursich

    Mardi Tursich

    Jack White Real Estate

    (855) 959-0809

    32 Total Sales

    1 in Turnagain

    $525,000 Price

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  • Carmen Robles

    Carmen Robles

    Real Broker Alaska

    (888) 622-4165

    100 Total Sales

    4 in Turnagain

    $245K - $305K Price Range

    Carmen Robles
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  • Kimberly Ketchum

    Kimberly Ketchum

    Coldwell Banker Endeavor Realty

    (833) 313-8990

    12 Total Sales

    2 in Turnagain

    $210K - $418K Price Range

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  • Heidi Stephan

    Heidi Stephan

    Responds Quickly

    Alaska Statewide Realty Co

    (833) 521-2014

    97 Total Sales

    1 in Turnagain

    $70,000 Price

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  • Gina Pelaia

    Gina Pelaia

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alaska Realty

    (833) 285-7645

    267 Total Sales

    1 in Turnagain

    $285,000 Price

    Gina Pelaia
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  • Shannon Parberry

    Shannon Parberry

    Jack White Real Estate Mat Su

    (844) 679-1828

    187 Total Sales

    1 in Turnagain

    $450,000 Price

    Shannon Parberry
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Ted Stevens Anchorage International

8 min drive

Bus

Northern Lights & Wisconsin

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Wisconsin & 32nd Avenue SSW

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Wisconsin & Wiley Post Lp SSW

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Northern Lights & Forest Pk ESE

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Northern Lights & Forest Pk WNW

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Wisconsin & 29th Avenue SSW

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Wisconsin & Wiley Post Ave SSE

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Turnagain US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Turnagain Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Turnagain, Anchorage sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Turnagain, Anchorage over the last 12 months is $386,888, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$423,495
Median Sale Price
$386,888
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,715
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$394,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$659,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
233
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
27%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$287

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,215
Number of Homes for Sale
48
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,037
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,506
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,079
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
769
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
10,086
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$105,028
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,837

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.3%
College Graduates
52.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

25 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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