Located in Matanuska-Susitna County
If you're looking for acreage while maintaining an easy commute to Anchorage, North Lakes might be your next new neighborhood. "The vast majority of residents here work in Anchorage," says Realtor Richelle Killian with Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group. "You can hop on Parks Highway and get to work in just over 30 minutes. It's also a great place to buy acreages without being as pricey as Anchorage."
Homes here offer a little elbow room, so it's easy to spread out and build a small homestead. You'll primarily find established ranchers and ramblers mixed in with cabin-like split levels and estates on vast plots of land. You'll also find waterfront homes on the lakes, so you can get out on the water whenever you like. Homes here typically offer a half-acre up to three acres of land, which may sit on spacious meadows with mountain views or dense evergreen forest. Prices here range from $235,000 for a rambler to around $450,000 for a split level and $700,000 for a larger estate or lakefront home. Typically, the more acreage your new home has, the more expensive the sale price might be.
The Matunuska-Sisitna School District serves students in the area, with both Larson Elementary School and Cottonwood Creek Elementary School serving Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade. "Schools in the area are well-rated, which is another big draw for those moving out of Anchorage into the Wasilla area," adds Killian. At Larson Elementary School, rated above average for test scores on Great Schools, students can participate in various extracurriculars like Art Club, LEGO Club and Chess Club. Cottonwood Creek scores above average for both test scores and student progress on Great Schools and provides students with various activities. The extracurricular programs here include Chess Club, Math Olympiad and Science Olympiad. At Teeland Middle School, which serves grades six through nine, students test average according to Great Schools. The school supports students with their Study Hall program and Math Lab. Colony High School is ranked above average for test scores and college readiness on Great Schools and serves grades nine through 12. The school offers college readiness counseling, scheduling college visits, offering SAT prep courses and providing financial aid and scholarship assistance.
In addition to the acreages you can buy here, you're close to numerous outdoor recreation opportunities, with nearly a dozen lakes to choose from. Head to Wasilla Lake for boating, swimming, kayaking and winter ice fishing. Newcomb Park sits on the lake's shores, offering picnic-perfect green spaces, walking trails and a playground. Kings Lake is another favorite for residents within the area. You can camp here, go hiking, swim or take out a kayak on the lake to go fishing. You're also just twelve miles from the Alaska State Fairgrounds, where you can camp out and walk over to the Fair each day of your trip for a fantastic staycation.
One of the biggest perks of the community is how secluded and tranquil the area is, but you're not far from daily necessities. You'll find the central commercial hub at the intersection of Parks Highway and East Palmer-Wasilla Highway. Get groceries at Fred Meyer, stock up on decor at Target or get your pet supplies at the local Petco. There are primarily fast-food restaurants in the area, but some locally owned favorites include Hacienda Mexican, a choice for platters of tacos, and E Lu Fa, a go-to for Chinese takeout. In Downtown Wasilla, you'll find several microbreweries, like Last Frontier Brewing or Bearpaw River Brewing Company.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Elise Buchholz
Jack White Real Estate Mat Su
(833) 966-2039
264 Total Sales
7
$175K - $1.6M Price Range
Shannon Parberry
Jack White Real Estate Mat Su
(844) 679-1828
185 Total Sales
10
$46K - $679K Price Range
Andrea Roehl
Jack White Real Estate Mat Su
(833) 328-1644
94 Total Sales
2
$325K - $348K Price Range
Wendy Bringhurst
Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group of Eagle River
(855) 686-0834
106 Total Sales
6
$350K - $1.3M Price Range
Heidi Stephan
Alaska Statewide Realty Co
(833) 521-2014
95 Total Sales
1
$316,500 Price
Brandy Pennington
Brandy Pennington Anchorage Real Estate
(844) 986-2942
195 Total Sales
1
$445,000 Price
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Vera Kraskov Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group of Wasilla
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This meticulously crafted, custom-built home, completed in 2021, blends top-tier design with unmatched functionality. Nestled on just shy of 5 acres, the home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and in-floor heating throughout for ultimate comfort in any season. The spacious, open-concept kitchen is equipped with butcher block countertops, a quartz island, and a cozy gas fireplace in the
Cole Whitaker Signature Real Estate Alaska
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Expansive ranch w/daylight walk out basement in Wolf Lake area w/ no HOA! Large kitchen/island/great-room to entertain large groups. Beautiful master-bath to relax in. Home features beautiful finishes includes travertine. Large backyard w/deck, fire pit & wood fired sauna. Lots of unfinished storage space & large closets. Hobby hairdresser spot can stay or turn it into wet bar. Close to recreate.
$279,000
Beautifully updated home on new foundation, Move-in Ready! This freshly updated property offers peace of mind and comfort with a brand-new foundation, new windows, updated siding, and a fresh coat of exterior paint, giving it modern curb appeal and long-term durability.Enjoy the outdoors on your brand-new backyard deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The lawn has been revitalized with soil
Vera Kraskov Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group of Wasilla
$849,000
This meticulously crafted, custom-built home, completed in 2021, blends top-tier design with unmatched functionality. Nestled on just shy of 5 acres, the home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and in-floor heating throughout for ultimate comfort in any season. The spacious, open-concept kitchen is equipped with butcher block countertops, a quartz island, and a cozy gas fireplace in the
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Newly remodeled upstairs apartment, one bed one bath. Central Wasilla Location. Good Commute. All utilities included.
Barbara Gauthier Mat Valley Rentals LLC
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