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Eagles Nest
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Built by our family for your family Spinell Homes Inc, AK Contractor #220310, Res. #92 & 1572
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Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group
Starting at $290,800 Kevin Sigafoos (907) 244-3212
Lois Townhomes Starting at $330,000 Nadine Park Questa Locke Starting at $333,000 (907) 350-2322 Questa Locke (907) 350-2322
The Terraces Starting at $412,850 Kevin Sigafoos (907) 244-3212
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Herrington and Company, LLC | 255 E Fireweed Lane Suite #102, Anchorage, AK 99503
Brett Hull
(907) 351-8047
Brett@BrettHullHomes.com
Certified Residential Specialist
3828 Delores Drive Eagle River
Priceless epic views and an extremely high quality, very well crafted log chalet on 2+ acres. Soaring ceilings, large windows, hardwood flooring, beautiful kitchen and lots of additional high quality recent updates. Exudes comfort & Alaskan lifestyle in a beautiful serene setting. Plenty of space in the X- large detached 2 car garage and large parking area. MLS# 20-6354
$569,000
2631 Lyvona Lane Anchorage
$375,000
1021 W 12th Avenue Anchorage
$669,000
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Beautifully updated five bedroom home in a fantastic location! Remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, range with double ovens, custom 42’’cherry cabinets, granite counter tops and back splash, tasteful under cabinet lighting, built in bar and spacious walk-in pantry. Hardwood resurfaced oak flooring upstairs. All newer windows. Newer roof and new high efficiency heating system. MLS# 19-16091
Beautiful property, awesome location, South Addition up/down duplex, on a large 10,037 sf lot. Zoned for a money-making duplex or could be used as a single family residence. Located in highly desirable (popular rental) downtown neighborhood, just a block from City Market. HUGE fenced yard, HUGE 960sf garage off alley, large deck and extensive landscaping. Awesome curb appeal and shows very well. MLS# 20-5818
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Featured eatured Listing 29.25 acres $100,000 Alaska Range Range Vie Views V iews ws Chet & Halie Benson (907) 240-4868 Beautiful, Peaceful & Private Hideaway Alaska Cabin. Unobstructed views of the Alaska Range and ideal for hunting and fishing. Close to Donkey Creek and Skwentna, AK. Sale includes plenty of extras and a jet boat. Experience Alaska at it’s best!
If you are looking to buy or sell a tract of land, a home, recreational property or business in Alaska, our Mossy Oak Properties land specialists can be trusted to help you. Our team of Alaska agents can get the job done; so, call us first and we will help you find your favorite place. $149,000 $100,000
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KENAI RIVER
1.2-acre Lot on the Kenai River, Close to Naptown Rapids – Soldotna, AK OWNER FINANCING!
$295,000
Airplane Hangar, 8 Tie Down Spots – Business Op. – Willow, AK Airport
Fishing Lodge, Guests Cabins and Excellent Salmon Fishing. Close to Ekowok, AK
$1,750,000
Kenai River Lodge B&B – 6,626 sq. ft. Newly Remodeled, 13 beds, 11.5 baths One of the Finest Lodges on the Kenai
1 +/- acre Wooded Lot, 3 bd, 2 bath Ranch Style Home, Recent Upgrades and Hot Tub Close to Fish Creek in Wasilla, AK
$29,000
10 Acres LAKEFRONT - State Land Access Trapper Creek, AK
$495,000
1.42-acre Lot with Pad in Gated Community, Private River Access, Bring Your RV and Camp, Elec. Installed - Willow, AK
$35,000
44 + Acre Remote Alaska Property - Creek Frontage and Beach Access – Hunting & Fishing - Buildable Ground – Nikiski, AK
$229,000 $239,000
OWNER FINANCING!
$79,000 Willow Airport Hangar with Office Space, 2 Tie Down Spots & Equipment Included
$25,000
40 +/- Acres Parcel Now Available in Willow, AK – Hunt and Multi-Use
$990,000
$1,050,000 OCEANFRONT LODGE on 6 acres with Inlet and Mountain Views in Ninilchik, AK
$40,000
OWNER FINANCING! 3 bed, 2 bath Home – Fresh Paint, Custom Built Workshop on 3.5 Acres! Sterling, AK
$8,950
PRICE REDUCED
OWNER FINANCING! Great lakeside Lot in a Great Location with Mountain & Sunset Views – Cheri Lake
Unique & Stunning Log Lodge on 10 acres with Prime River frontage in Anchor Point
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Lakefront Cabin on 4.39 acres – Excellent area for Fishing & Hunting – Fish Lakes, AK
5 +/- Acres State Land, Lake, and Skwentna River Access – Hunting & Fishing – Skwentna, AK
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$449,900 SOUTH PARK SINGLE FAMILY • 4BR, 2.5BA, 2,244SF, 2 Car Gar Home Warranty • 10607 Ketch Circle, Anchorage
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$399,900 TRI-PLEX GOOD PARKING Two 2BR, 1.5BA units & One 3BR 1.5BA unit 905 W 40th Ave, Anchorage
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$374,900 FAMILY HOME 3BR, 2.5BA, 2,457 SF, 2 Car Gar 3083 Bettles Bay Loop
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$349,900 R2M INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY 4BR, 2BA, 2,052 SF, 2 Car Gar on .38 Acres 4509 Grumman Street, Anchorage
$274,900 HULTqUIST BUILT 3BR, 2BA 1,448 SF, 2 Car Gar Home Warranty • 3604 Challenger Circle, Anchorage
$239,900 UPDATED CONDO 3BR, 2BA, 1,372 SF. 2 Car Gar 6322 Fairweather Drive, Anchorage
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$179,900 MILLION DOLLAR VIEW 2BR, 1.5 BA, 1,058 SF, 1 Carport 610 W 47th Avenue #610A, Anchorage
$89,900 CHARMING RANCH CONDO 2BR, 1BA, 787SF, 1 Carport 2605 Palmer Court #D3, Anchorage
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$89,900 COZY CONDO 1BR, 1BA, 577 SF, 1 Carport Home Warranty • 7774 Boundary Avenue #I-1, Anchorage
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Kevin Elfrink
lobe Real Estate, LLC 3300 C St., #114 Anchorage, AK. 99503
Residential • Income • Commercial
Cell: (907) 727-2150
Email: kevinelfrink@gmail.com
Thinking about selling? Call me now! I have buyers and it’s a great time to get your property on the market with the current low inventory. 309 N Bragaw Street, Anchorage $394,000 MLS#18-17228
Investment opportunity! Hard to find. Four Three Bedroom units. Well Maintained. Remodel in 2018. Can be Owner Finance with $50,000.00 Down. Balance of $379,000.00 @9 @15yrs @ $3,844.07 Principal and Interest.
8828 Arlene Street, Anchorage $684,000 MLS#19-5644
BACK ON MARKET! HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! Was $750,000.00 PRICE TO SALE QUICKLY! INSPECTION DONE,REPAIRS DONE,TITLE DONE WITH YUKON TITLE WITH,CHRISTINA. Great triplex in a nice area of town! Two units with three bedrooms, and one studio. Tenants pay electric, gas, garbage maintenance and snow removal. Triplex has co-axial 11’ foam walls- sound isolation. Investment opportunity! Built in 2005
9549 Brayton Drive, Anchorage $1,795,000 MLS#20-1721
53 mobile home units being sold (must be sold together as a package). Does not include the land. All mobile homes are located in approved parks throughout the city of Anchorage (i.e. Southwood Manor, Dimond Estates, Penland Park and various other locations in different areas of town). Monthly Gross Rents $66,000.00 when fully leased, 15 per cent cap rate.
3314 Eide Street, Anchorage $635,000 MLS#20-1012
Multi-family unit in excellent midtown location! Possible owner finance with large down payment. Property Taxes are approximately $8,400 per year. Property sold as is, where is. Gas cost is an average of 5,300.00 per a year/440 a month.
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$279,000, Reduced $10,000 to $269,000 for quick sale!
530 Mumford Street, Anchorage Multi-family, 4 Units
MLS#20-7491
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19236 S Milkof Loop, Eagle River $379,000 MLS# 20-6053
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Council has published an outstanding document called “Design For Code Acceptance”, which is a prescriptive residential wood deck construction guide. It is known as DCA-6, and the 44 page document is easy to locate online. This document is a necessity for safe deck construction.
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Wood decks are the most frequently added structure on a home. They are added by homeowners, they are added by handy men, and most frequently added with safety concerns. For example, the “railings are required to hold a point load of 200 lbs of force applied to the mid span, on the side of a post”. In layman’s terms, if you and six of your friends are all leaning against a railing on your balcony deck, it should not collapse and ruin your party! A few ground rules; decks where labor and materials are less than $5000, and 30” or less off the ground are not known to require a permit.Home Inspectors do not inspect “to code” when they inspect a deck, because once a house is competed, it is “to code” unless changes are made. Changes in codes are not retroactive to homes. But, “do it your selfers”, builders, and Home Inspectors are expected to have a general knowledge of building standards. The “codes” are quite vague on deck construction. To correct this, the American Wood
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Several common contractor defects will quickly jump out; first, you cannot notch 4x4 posts for railings (page 19). Yes, you can buy these prenotched posts at your local big box lumber store, but just because they sell them that does not make them safe. Think about it, you have taken a 4x4 post with structural integrity, and cut it down to a 2x4 stud with very little resistance to failure. Second, you are required to have a minimum of a 4x4 post every six feet in a railing. (Still on page 19) In our inspections of decks, we see everything. Decks using 2x4’s for posts, decks with no posts, just 2x2 balustrades, decks with 4x4’s every 10 feet. When we push on the middle of the railing, it sways outward with very little force. As home inspectors, our first concern is your safety. We refer to building standards, because they are the product of material testing. These determine minimum standards for deck construction to allow for structural integrity that results in a safe deck railing. If you have questions, Call a Home Inspector. Most will provide consultation for a nominal fee that is a worthwhile investment to protect your friends and family.
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Amazing Mountain views with this exquisite home with many wonderfully unique features which includes: Jack & Jill Bedrooms/Bathrooms, specialty windows, central vacuum system, great producing well, HUGE soapstone fireplace that opens to the side so you can add bigger logs, each room in the house has many outlets, tons of cabinet space in the kitchen, and a hidden pantry. Solid surface window sills.
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This like new tri level home is exquisite, with two masters, open floor plan, quartz counter tops, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, Nice garage with tall door. You do not want to miss this one. Please note that the square feet of home does not include the unfinished basement and you are invited to make it your own style.
MLS# 20-5740
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CHECK OUT THESE PROPERTIES! 1100 E 10th Avenue • $250,000
1130 E 10th Avenue • $299,000
Duplex with 3 Bedrooms equally on each level. Some TLC needed but built in 1999 and generally good shape. Freshly Painted. MLS# 20-2206
Single Family 2400 SF with hardwood floors 2 bedrooms 2 baths but room for a 3rd bedroom, 2 family Rooms and Living Room, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, built 2004. MLS# 20-7177
Parking in Rear off Alley, 7000 SF Lots, Across from Fairview Rec Center.
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DAVE WINDSOR
(907) 727-3300 | windsor@alaska.net
Featured Listings $164.5K
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CHARMING CUSTOM BUILD 3BD | 3.5BA | 6,053 SF | 1.11 Acres
Charming one owner custom built home on private Acre+ lot in the heart of South Anchorage. 3264 sqft finished and 2789 sqft partially finished basement plus 504 sqft shop. Enjoy the Hillside living without the climb. MLS# 20-7854
HOT VIEW LOT 7,403 SF Lot
Last undeveloped lot in this desirable Government Hill location with unrestricted southern views of city and mountains. Daylight basement possible on the bluff side. MLS# 20-4355
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Point of View is Everything In the movie “Molly’s Game”, Molly is a professional mogul skiing athlete and her father (Kevin Costner) is her coach. He is always telling her - “Molly, don’t look down or that’s where you’ll go!” Point of view is everything in life and real estate. As July begins, we are seeing an uptick in market activity. Even lenders report that the scurry to refinance at or below 3% interest rates is now being replaced by home buying hopefuls prequalifying for a new home. Sellers: The tricky part for a seller is how aggressively to price the home. This depends, firstly, on the price range you are in. Your Realtor can provide you with activity data which varies in, say, the $350,000 to $450,000 range from activity in the upper ranges above $500,000. How aggressive you price the home also depends on the competition in your local area. I have always put more emphasis on the ‘Competitive Market Analysis’ (comparison with Actives) than the ‘Comparative Market Analysis’ (comparison with Solds). The initial list price is crucial because, if you err on the high side, market time will find you later reducing your price but buyers being more aggressive to negotiate
because of the elapsed market time. The result will be you take longer to sell the home and realize less money for it than you would have if priced correctly. Covid-19 is no longer restraining shoppers, even though you should expect all buyers and their licensees to complete the health questionnaire and treat you and your home with respect and appropriate masking and sanitizing. Price it right and stage it right and your forward plan to sell your home will happen, guaranteed. In this regard, do listen to the professional advice of your Realtor once you have decided whom to hire for the purpose. Friends and family all have opinions but your Realtor has the experience. Buyers: Now we switch sides. Homebuyers know what they want, know where they want to go, and are not looking down. They have met with a couple of lenders to decide on a loan program, compared rates according to the Federally mandated disclosures required from the lender, and are ready to shop. Talk to your Realtor. Don’t hold back. Explain your dream so that they can share it and, as much as possible, see through your eyes. Then, most likely, it’s on to Zillow or Alaskarealestate.com and a few late nights pouring over photos and prices. While your Realtor will also be out hunting for you, over 80% of homebuyers prefer the cyber -
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landscape to browse and select a possible home. I would caution you on placing too much confidence on any ‘Zestimate’ of value, or even the Municipal tax value of property. Again, your real estate professional is the best source of counsel on how low you may dare to bid on a home without a complete insult to the seller which will guarantee you never have that particular address. Negotiating the purchase of a home is a delicate balancing act. You certainly want a ‘Negotiator’ representing you but do remember that the home you love will also be loved by someone else. You would be shocked at how many times a home sells first day on the market in Anchorage, and with multiple offers. Your desire for a ‘good deal’ must be tempered with the focus on where you want to go. In these challenging times don’t look backwards because the past is gone forever. It’s like driving by watching only the rear vision mirror - pretty dumb eh? And certainly don’t look down. Look forward, onward and upward. Make your plans and execute. The world stands aside for the person who knows where they are going.
Dave Windsor is an Associate Broker at RE/MAX Dynamic Properties with over 30 years of experience in the Anchorage real estate market. Dave’s services are available to both Buyers and Sellers of Residential or Income Properties.
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