Meadow Lakes in Wasilla, Alaska, is a serene neighborhood surrounded by lakes, lush forests, and mountains, offering a peaceful respite from Anchorage, which is under 30 miles away. With a population of over 9,000, it is the fifth-most-populated CDP in Alaska. Residents enjoy majestic views of Baldy Mountain, Chugach Mountains, and Talkeetna Mountain, along with access to over 10 lakes, including Seymour, Visnaw, and Beverly. Home styles range from rambler-style homes and traditional Alaskan log cabins to lakefront properties and sprawling estates, many built around 2010. Spacious lots start at approximately 42,000 square feet, with higher-end homes featuring gardens, greenhouses, wrap-around porches, and decks. The neighborhood is served by the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District, with local students attending Meadow Lakes Elementary, Houston Middle, and Wasilla High School. Meadow Lakes Park, a 34-acre area, offers a pavilion, pickleball courts, an Olympic-sized soccer field, and natural trails. For daily needs, Three Bears Alaska is within walking distance, and Meadow Lakes Market provides locally made goods. Meadow Lakes City Center features a pet groomer, thrift stores, a hardware shop, a laundromat, and Pizza King, with Cadillac Café and Spunky Monkey Alaska nearby for dining options. The Meadow Lakes Community Council organizes neighborhood improvement projects and various community activities, including camps, moose awareness programs, and an annual community picnic.
