Alaska Home Resources by City

Housing market data, mortgage options, real estate insights, and local resources for 12 cities across Alaska.

Anchorage

VA

Anchorage Municipality

Median Home Price

$380,000

Population

291,000+

Alaska's largest city and economic hub, Anchorage is home to nearly half the state's population. With a diverse housing market ranging from downtown condos to Hillside estates, buyers at every price point can find their fit.

FHA VA Conventional Jumbo

Eagle River

VA

Anchorage Municipality

Median Home Price

$395,000

Population

25,000+

A suburban community within the Anchorage Municipality, Eagle River offers a quieter, more outdoorsy lifestyle while keeping easy access to Anchorage amenities. Popular with military families stationed at JBER.

VA Conventional FHA AHFC

Fairbanks

VA

Fairbanks North Star Borough

Median Home Price

$290,000

Population

32,000+

Alaska's second-largest metro area and the gateway to Interior Alaska. Fairbanks offers some of the most affordable home prices in the state, with strong military and university communities driving steady housing demand.

VA FHA USDA Conventional

Homer

USDA

Kenai Peninsula Borough

Median Home Price

$375,000

Population

5,800+

Known as the "Cosmic Hamlet by the Sea," Homer sits at the end of the Sterling Highway with stunning Kachemak Bay views. A thriving arts community, commercial fishing, and tourism drive the local economy.

USDA Conventional FHA AHFC

Juneau

City and Borough of Juneau

Median Home Price

$430,000

Population

32,000+

Alaska's capital city, accessible only by air or sea. Limited buildable land and a large government workforce create a tight, competitive housing market with higher-than-average prices.

Conventional FHA Jumbo AHFC

Kenai

USDA

Kenai Peninsula Borough

Median Home Price

$295,000

Population

7,800+

Located on the Kenai Peninsula along Cook Inlet, Kenai is the commercial hub of the peninsula. World-class fishing, oil industry employment, and affordable housing make it an attractive option for families and retirees.

USDA FHA VA Conventional

Ketchikan

Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Median Home Price

$330,000

Population

8,200+

Alaska's "First City" — the first port of call for cruise ships entering Alaska. Ketchikan is built along a narrow waterfront strip, with tourism, fishing, and timber driving the economy.

FHA Conventional AHFC USDA

Kodiak

VA

Kodiak Island Borough

Median Home Price

$350,000

Population

6,300+

Home to the largest U.S. Coast Guard base and a thriving commercial fishing industry, Kodiak Island offers a unique island lifestyle. Limited road access keeps the community tight-knit and the housing market insulated.

VA FHA Conventional AHFC

Palmer

USDA

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Median Home Price

$355,000

Population

7,500+

A historic farming community at the base of the Chugach Mountains, Palmer combines small-town charm with access to Mat-Su Valley's growth. It's known for the Alaska State Fair, Pioneer Peak views, and a strong agricultural heritage.

USDA FHA Conventional AHFC

Sitka

VA

City and Borough of Sitka

Median Home Price

$400,000

Population

8,500+

The former capital of Russian America, Sitka is a scenic coastal community in Southeast Alaska. Tourism, fishing, healthcare, and Coast Guard operations form the economic base.

VA Conventional FHA AHFC

Soldotna

USDA

Kenai Peninsula Borough

Median Home Price

$310,000

Population

5,000+

The borough seat of the Kenai Peninsula and gateway to the world-famous Kenai River. Soldotna is a retail and services hub with a strong fishing tourism economy.

USDA FHA Conventional AHFC

Wasilla

USDA

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Median Home Price

$340,000

Population

12,000+

The heart of the Mat-Su Valley, Wasilla is one of Alaska's fastest-growing cities. Lower home prices than Anchorage combined with easy highway access make it a popular choice for families and commuters.

FHA USDA Conventional AHFC

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