2140 Arctic Blvd Anchorage, AK 99503
North Star NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,183/month
Highlights
- Private Yard
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Shed
- West High School Rated A
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Tile Flooring
About This Home
Few homes in Anchorage carry this much character -- and even fewer have been updated with this much care. Nestled in the quiet streets of Valley of the Moon, positioned between the beloved South Addition and Turnagain neighborhoods, this classic Atomic Ranch was completely reimagined in 2015 and has seen continued, thoughtful investment through 2026. The result is a home that honors its mid-century bones while delivering the efficiency, comfort, and style a discerning buyer expects today. Chester Creek Trail is just three blocks away. The Coastal Trail and downtown Anchorage are a short walk. This is one of Anchorage's most walkable, livable pockets -- and this property sits squarely in the middle of it. - Rebuilt From the Ground Up -- Then Kept Going - The 2015 remodel was comprehensive in the truest sense. New windows throughout. New roof. Updated plumbing and electrical, including an upgrade to baseboard heat. New carpet and wood flooring, new doors, and all-new hardware. A fully renovated bathroom. And critically -- a thoughtful reconfiguration of the layout that created a true second bedroom and opened up the relationship between the kitchen and living room. This wasn't a cosmetic refresh; it was a ground-up reinvestment that established a structurally and mechanically sound home. The owners didn't stop there. An efficient K2 boiler anchors the mechanical system, and the indirect hot water heater -- fed off the boiler and upgraded in 2024 -- maximizes efficiency with the kind of quiet-confidence engineering that rarely appears at this price point. Solar panels, sized and installed in 2025 to cover average whole-household electricity consumption, mean annual utility bills outside of EV charging should be minimal. A Tesla Universal Wall Charger is already in place. A full exterior paint refresh, new refrigerator with double-doors and slide-out freezer drawers, and a brand-new bathroom vanity completed in 2026 round out a home that has been cared for continuously, not simply maintained. - 950 Square Feet, Thoughtfully Configured - At 950 finished square feet in the main living area, this home lives efficiently and well. The layout changes made in 2015 paid dividends -- the kitchen is genuinely generous, designed so two people can cook side by side comfortably, with extensive cabinetry and pantry storage that makes organization effortless. The living spaces flow naturally, and nothing feels squeezed or compromised. The sunroom is the home's signature room -- finished, heated, and flooded with spectacular morning light, it looks out over a large, fully fenced backyard. Anchored by a cozy gas stove and finished with beautiful wood paneling, it functions equally well as a home office, a creative studio, a second living space, or the kind of quiet morning retreat that makes a home feel like a true sanctuary. - A Backyard That Produces - This isn't a yard to maintain -- it's a yard to enjoy. A working greenhouse, established raised beds, and more raspberry bushes than any household could reasonably consume make this an outdoor space with real character and genuine productivity. The large, fully fenced lot offers privacy that is rarely found this close to downtown Anchorage. - Storage, Covered Parking, and Room to Breathe - The 624-square-foot carport provides private, covered parking for two vehicles -- a premium in any Alaska winter -- complemented by a large paved front driveway with additional parking beyond that. A full 399-square-foot standing-height basement offers clean, accessible space for a workshop, gear room, or organized storage. Two sheds and a side canopy add further covered and sheltered storage for tools, bikes, recreational equipment, or whatever an active Alaska lifestyle demands. An extensive covered front and side porch extends the home's livable footprint and creates sheltered outdoor space across three seasons. - The Opportunity - Two bedrooms. One beautifully updated bath. A finished, paneled sunroom that functions as a genuine third room. Solar power. EV charging. A productive, private backyard with a greenhouse. Covered parking for two vehicles. A standing-height basement. New-in-2015 windows, roof, flooring, bathroom, and electrical -- with mechanical and cosmetic updates continuing through 2026. All of it three blocks from Chester Creek Trail and walking distance to the Coastal Trail and downtown Anchorage. A pre-listing home inspection is already complete and available to qualified buyers, and the property conveys with a home warranty -- so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. At $355,000, this is an exceptional value -- and a rare convergence of location, character, and genuine investment that the Anchorage market simply does not offer often. Homes like this don't wait.
Listing Agent
EXP Realty, LLC - Downtown Anchorage License #178906 Listed on: 05/11/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,452
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned R2M - Multi Family Residential
Home Design
- Wood Frame Construction
- Membrane Roofing
Interior Spaces
- 950 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Tile Flooring
- Basement
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- 1 Carport Space
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Schools
- North Star Elementary School
- Romig Middle School
- West Anchorage High School
Listing and Financial Details
- Home warranty included in the sale of the property
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,471 | $288,200 | $94,200 | $194,000 |
| 2024 | $4,471 | $276,900 | $94,200 | $182,700 |
| 2023 | $4,392 | $257,900 | $94,200 | $163,700 |
| 2022 | $4,129 | $245,200 | $94,200 | $151,000 |
| 2021 | $3,979 | $220,800 | $94,200 | $126,600 |
| 2020 | $3,964 | $233,200 | $94,200 | $139,000 |
| 2019 | $3,905 | $238,700 | $94,200 | $144,500 |
| 2018 | $3,659 | $223,100 | $87,700 | $135,400 |
| 2017 | $3,528 | $225,300 | $87,700 | $137,600 |
| 2016 | $2,633 | $226,600 | $82,500 | $144,100 |
| 2015 | $2,633 | $232,700 | $82,500 | $150,200 |
| 2014 | $2,633 | $216,700 | $82,500 | $134,200 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2024 05/20/24 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 04/12/2024 04/12/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/22/2024 03/22/24 | For Sale | $285,000 | +96.6% | $305 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/27/2015 01/27/15 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 11/21/2014 11/21/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/15/2014 10/15/14 | For Sale | $145,000 | -- | $156 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | United Title Guaranty | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American Title Insurance | |
| Trustee Deed | $201,259 | Fatic | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Stewart |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $148,265 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $186,558 | FHA |
Source: Alaska Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 26-5261
APN: 00116323000
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