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Abbott Loop

Abbott Loop

Suburban Neighborhood in Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage Borough 99507

Neighborhood Reviews
3.6
$343,330 Average Value
$256 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

A growing community outside of Anchorage

The neighborhood of Abbott Loop is a bridge between the city of Anchorage and the dynamic natural beauty of the Chugach Mountains. A suburban community less than 8 miles from downtown, Abbott Loop offers a range of entry points into highly rated schools, convenient shopping and dining and abounding parkland for both exploration and exercise. “There’s a real pride of ownership in Abbott Loop,” says Sarah Kathryn Bryan, a real estate agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. “You can tell the homes are well maintained.” Bryan lives and works in Anchorage, and notes that Abbott Loop residents are highly engaged in local politics, applying the care they give to their homes to the rest of the community.

Affordable options in suburban Abbott Loop

In Abbott Loop, buyers can find quiet cul-de-sacs of townhouses and single-family homes built from the 1980s to the present. "It's a very desirable area,” says Sandra Nunes, a Realtor with RE/MAX Dynamic Realty with more than 20 years of experience. Abbott Loop is “good for first-time buyers because it has a lot of budget-friendly homes and condos available.” Older, two-bedroom condos and townhouses in the southwest corner of Abbott Loop can start around $160,000, with newer, larger units throughout the neighborhood selling above $350,000. Here, ranch-style homes, New Traditionals and sloped-roof split-levels are common, often with two-car garages and fenced backyards large enough for a shed for sleds or tools. Two-bedroom builds can start above $250,000, though most homes hover around $375,000. Brand-new construction with sleek modern stylings can climb above $400,000. Those looking to capitalize on this expanding community can purchase vacant lots; a quarter of an acre sells around $100,000.

A row of homes in the Abbott Loop neighborhood.
A row of homes in the Abbott Loop neighborhood.
A classic traditional style home in Abbott Loop.
A classic traditional style home in Abbott Loop.
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Steps from Chugach State Park

Residents have access to well-kept community parks and some of the most stunning and expansive parkland in the nation. Within Abbott Loop, Whisper Faith Kovach Park has ample space for kids and dogs to play, with a refurbished playground and two fenced-in fields for small and larger dogs. Abbott Loop Community Park has forested trails, baseball and soccer fields and a central shelter with a fireplace. For locals looking for a deeper delve into nature, the neighborhood is adjacent to Chugach State Park, among the largest state parks in the U.S. Chugach offers nearly every form of outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing and kayaking. In the summer and early fall, people from around the region flock to the park to pick wild blueberries around Eklutna Lake.

Abbott Loop has several dog parks in the area.
Abbott Loop has several dog parks in the area.
Chugach State Park is the beautiful backdrop of Abbott Loop.
Chugach State Park is the beautiful backdrop of Abbott Loop.
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Access to highly rated Anchorage schools

Neighborhood children are split between Kasuun Elementary, which has a B from Niche, and Trailside Elementary, rated a B-plus. They continue on to B-minus-rated Hanshew Middle, which is one of the most diverse middle schools in Alaska, according to Niche. Service High has an A-minus and a Biomedical Career Academy. Students there have organized many after-school activities, including clubs for crochet and knitting, environmental activism and Dungeons and Dragons, in addition to more traditional organizations such as Model United Nations. Families seeking a private option can send kids to Pacific Northern Academy through eighth grade. The school is within the neighborhood and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Hanshew Middle School is attended by 800 students in grades 7-8.
Hanshew Middle School is attended by 800 students in grades 7-8.
Robert Service High School provides a superior education in a safe learning environment.
Robert Service High School provides a superior education in a safe learning environment.
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Catching up with neighbors at Midnight Sun Brewing

Locals don’t have to travel for dining and shopping options. The neighborhood is home to Anchorage’s oldest brewery, Midnight Sun Brewing, serving signature IPAs and Belgian ales in an industrial setting. Visitors can order lunch, dinner or weekend brunch from The Loft, the brewery’s eclectic onsite restaurant. Abbott Loop is also home to fast food staples and a Fred Meyer grocery store. The Dimond Center shopping mall is less than 2 miles from the neighborhood and has diverse retailers, an ice-skating rink and a Regal movie theatre.

Seward's Folly Bar and Grill is a top spot for dinner with family or to unwind at the bar.
Seward's Folly Bar and Grill is a top spot for dinner with family or to unwind at the bar.
Fred Meyer provides groceries and more for Abbott Loop.
Fred Meyer provides groceries and more for Abbott Loop.
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Anchorage comes alive at the Summer Solstice Festival

In June, the city of Anchorage explodes with activity for the Summer Solstice Festival. This free, annual event celebrates the longest day of the year, and locals use their 22 hours of daylight to enjoy live performances, food trucks and arts vendors throughout downtown.

Convenient access to Alaska Route 1

With Alaska Route 1 hugging the neighborhood, residents have a mere 7-mile drive to museums, restaurants and offices downtown. Anchorage International Airport is 6 miles away, and Alaska Regional Hospital is just over 5 miles north of Abbott Loop.

Civic engagement in Abbott Loop

Residents here engage with each other and local issues through several houses of worship within the neighborhood and the Abbott Loop Community Council. The council hosts monthly meetings and an annual summer picnic and potluck event at Abbott Loop Community Park.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Merrill Field

14 min drive

Bus

Lake Otis & 84th Avenue SSE

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Abbott & Toloff WNW

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Lake Otis & 63rd Avenue SSE

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Lake Otis & 68th Avenue SSW

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Abbott & Independence ESE

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Lake Otis & 85th Avenue NNW

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Abbott & Lake Otis WNW

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 12 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
4/6/2016 Niche Review
Living here is wonderful. I love the outdoors, the scenery, the activities, and the people.
4.0 Niche User
7/1/2016 Niche Review
its good if yo live in a good neighborhood
3.0 Niche User
8/18/2016 Niche Review
I don't hate it here
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Abbott Loop US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$384,250
Median Single Family Price
$420,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$210,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$164,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$256
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Last 12 months Home Sales
297
Months of Supply
0.70
Median List Price
$379,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
6,996
Median Year Built
1985
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,714
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,582
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
932
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
568
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Friday, Apr 25
    5 - 7pm

    4217 Birch Run Dr, Anchorage, AK 99507

    $584,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,972 Sq Ft
    • 4217 Birch Run Dr
    • New 7 days ago

    Lovingly maintained, original owner,lower hillside Craftsman styled home built by Colony Builders. Brand new interior paint & flooring, newer ext. paint. Vaulted living, dining & kitchen. Spacious office/flex room off family room with fireplace. Large master w/separate shower & tub, walk in closet and dual lav's. Greenhouse, raised garden beds and large deck. Over sized garage & much more!

    Tami Taylor RE/MAX Dynamic Properties

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2:30pm

    8194 Sockeye Loop Unit 4, Anchorage, AK 99507

    $422,500

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,530 Sq Ft
    • 8194 Sockeye Loop
    • Unit 4
    • New 14 days ago

    LAST UNIT AVAIL! MODEL HOME has 5*+energy rating & Quality Craftsmanship in this open floor plan w/vaulted ceiling. South facing deck on upper level. Kitchen/dining, living & 2 bdrms, full & guest bath - upper level. DV gas fireplace. Kitchen has quartz countertops, breakfast bar seating, SS appliances & 42'' upper cabinets. Primary suite w/double vanities & WIC. Incl. stackable Washer/Dryer.

    Carole Marvel Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alaska Realty

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 4pm

    8141 Marsha Loop Unit 48, Anchorage, AK 99507

    $369,500

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,430 Sq Ft
    • 8141 Marsha Loop
    • Unit 48
    • New 8 days ago

    Welcome home to this charming townhouse-style condo, perfectly located near all the best that Anchorage has to offer. From great restaurants & shopping to beautiful parks & scenic bike trails, everything you need is just minutes away.Upstairs, you'll find a spacious & open layout with a large living room featuring a cozy fireplace & built-in shelving--great for relaxing or entertaining.The

    Paige Gibson Herrington and Company, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
24,107
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$95,993
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,187

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29%
Advanced Degrees
10%
% Population in Labor Force
77.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

6 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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