Why Live in Lazy Mountain
Lazy Mountain in Palmer, Alaska, offers a serene and picturesque living environment with its forested streetscapes and large private lots. The neighborhood is known for its stunning alpenglow sunrises and its location in a wind shadow, providing a peaceful atmosphere shielded from Palmer's wind tunnels. Homes in Lazy Mountain range from cozy A-frame cabins to expansive stone and log houses, with styles including two-story homes with porches and hillside ranch-style houses. The area is more affordable compared to similar properties closer to Anchorage. Residents enjoy various outdoor activities, such as hosting events at Lazy Mountain Acres, horse-riding tours at Sunderland Ranch, and exploring the Alaska Zipline Adventure Park. The annual Crazy Lazy Mountain Race and nearby Skeetawk recreation area in Hatcher Pass are popular local attractions. The Matanuska-Sustina Borough School District serves the area, with schools earning high ratings. While Lazy Mountain is primarily residential, residents travel to Palmer for shopping and dining, with local favorites including Carr's, Bushes Bunches Produce Stand, Turkey Red, and Vagabond Blues. The neighborhood's natural beauty and tranquil setting make it a unique place to live, attracting many who seek a quality of life connected to the wild and natural surroundings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lazy Mountain a good place to live?
Lazy Mountain is a good place to live. Lazy Mountain is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Lazy Mountain is a rural neighborhood. Lazy Mountain has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.1 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $109,718 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 31.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Lazy Mountain are home owners, with 17.2% of residents renting and 82.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lazy Mountain can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lazy Mountain neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lazy Mountain?
The median home price in Lazy Mountain is $475,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $95,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,320 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Lazy Mountain. The average household income in Lazy Mountain is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Lazy Mountain?
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Home Trends in Lazy Mountain, AK
On average, homes in Lazy Mountain, Palmer sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lazy Mountain, Palmer over the last 12 months is $470,550, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$470,550
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%