308 Slater Dr Fairbanks, AK 99701

Water front Home. This cute 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1,340 square foot house is conveniently located on a quiet tree-lined street in the Island Homes neighborhood. It is situated within easy walking distance of two neighborhood parks, with quick foot and auto access to both the downtown city core and major grocery and convenience stores within 5 minutes drive. Nordale Elementary, a highly rated neighborhood school is located just 10 blocks away, the Alaska Club just 4 blocks away, and the main gate of Fort Wainwright sits just across the river. A recent (1997) major renovation and remodel penned by local architect David Hayden transformed a basic1950’s rambler into a delightfully updated, contemporary home. The reconfigured and distinctive exterior leads directly into a central living area with blonde laminate flooring, a raised cathedral ceiling and gable end windows that flood the living-room with light throughout the year, while providing a much appreciated air of openness during the closeness of winter. A small, offset office nook gives privacy and dedicated desk and workspace for a computer and associated equipment. Throughout most of the house, trim and detailing has been done in clear fir, lending an elegant touch of flawless warm wood. The master bedroom, located just off of the living-room, and with its own door to the immediately adjacent bath has a good sized built in closet and easily hosts a queen sized bed, night tables and chest of drawers, with a large dual opening window that offers a view down to the rivers edge. The bath itself hosts a large, deep soaking tub, with shower capability and a single free-standing sink in addition to the full flush commode. The second bedroom, converted from what was once the original garage, features built in wood shelving surrounding the large egress rated high efficiency window as well as a large closet stretching the length of one wall. Baseboard hot water heat, along with radiant floor heating in the bath is provided by an oil burning furnace, that can be augmented by a handsome wood-burning stove tastefully integrated into the living-room. The galley style kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher and microwave along with a stove and refrigerator, both of which are less than 2 years old. Also included in the utility room are an older washer and dryer set. A 48 inch tall, lighted and visqueen floored crawl space provides easy access to plumbing, wiring and other utility items as well as plenty of storage. The property runs unrestricted from street to the waters edge (not all waterfront lots in this neighborhood do) and offers 60 feet of privately owned riverfront for your watercraft, fishing and swimming enjoyment. Large spruce, birch and chokecherry trees shade the south face of the house and custom poured and textured patio, giving privacy and filtering the view to the river through the large living-room windows. Also on the property is a well constructed potting shed ideal for yard and garden gear as well as useful cold storage. Locally seasonal resident beavers, eagles, osprey and kingfishers provide relaxing summer wildlife viewing, while moose include the yard in their winter feeding circuit. River based snow-machine and cross country ski trails are easily accessed, and each spring residents can enjoy watching the passing of the Yukon quest teams from your front yard. While this lovely house may not appeal to everyone, because of its modest size, galley kitchen, and lack of a garage it is ideal for a young active couple just starting their family or for parents with grown children looking to downsize and enjoy river life and the Fairbanks community in a pleasant and convenient location amongst friendly neighbors. Don’t miss this opportunity to own and enjoy this delightfully situated and compactly laid out home that was previously featured on the prestigious University Women’s Tour of Homes.