Alaska Home Resources by City
Housing market data, mortgage options, real estate insights, and local resources for 12 cities across Alaska.
Anchorage
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.
Eagle River
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.
Fairbanks
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.
Homer
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.
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.
Kenai
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.
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.
Kodiak
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.
Palmer
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.
Sitka
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.
Soldotna
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.
Wasilla
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.
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