April 2020 Mat Su Valley Real Estate Guide

April, 2020

Real Estate Guide

Featured home offered by:

Robert Yundt Homes LLC 357 E Parks Hwy. Suite 200, Wasilla, AK

(907) 373-RYH1

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On The Cover 7646 E Dale Cir, Wasilla 4 Bedroom Ranch Home $279,180

• 1528 sqft • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • 5 Star energy rating • 1.43 acres of land • MSI Light Commercial Grade LVT • Alder Charwood cabinets • Quartz countertops • Stainless appliances Neighborhood Features • Underground power • John Shaw Elementary • Colony Middle & High School Directions: Take Wasilla-Fishhook Rd. to E Tex-Al Dr, follow E Tex-Al, • Community Park coming soon!

• Paved roads (ETA 2021), Mailboxes (ETA 2021) Left on Covington St., Right on • HOA active (ETA 2021) Dale Circle

Robert Yundt Homes LLC 357 E Parks Hwy. Suite 200, Wasilla, AK (907) 373-RYH1

Advertiser Index

AK Inspections..............10 Alaska Built Real Estate........Cover, 2, 3 Alaska Multiple Listing Service...............6 AlaskaUSA Mortgage Company........................8 Biff’s Professional Home Inspections.........6 First American Title.......22 First Rate Financial Amanda Jensen..............7 Nicole Tousignant............7 Jack White Real Estate Margaret Billinger....16, 17 Elise Ell Buchholz ........................12, 13, 16

Jack White Real Estate (Cont.)

Laurie Miller.............16, 17 Kelsey McLeod........16, 17 Jerry Moses...................17 Karen Ross....................23 Keller Williams Realty Cora Carleson.................5 Kustom Kitchen & Design, Inc................10 Mat-Su Title......................6 McKinley View Real Estate DeAnn Autrey................14 Patti Coleman................14 Hannah Rosamond.......14 Holly Stinson.................14 Kelly Thomas.................14

Re/Max Dynamic of the Valley Aaron King.....................15 Lori Leahy......................10

Re/Max Frontier Barickman & Associates ......................................24

Rent in the Valley.............4

Residential Mortgage, LLC............. 11

Spinell Homes..................9 Taylored Restoration..................19 Valley Mtn Services.......21

Yukon Title Company......................15

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R E A L E S T AT E

907-631-LAND

WWW.ALASKABUILTREALESTATE.COM LICENSEE SPOTLIGHT Savannah Barrus

Licensee 907-841-6099 barrusrealestate@gmail.com

BUILDERS

Savannah has been fortunate enough to work in many aspects of the real estate industry from the management side, to sales and new construction. She started her real estate career in New Hampshire, and then brought her expertise to Alaska. She currently represents Metcalf Homes who is one of the highest quality builders in the MatSu Valley. Savannah is a committed licensee who listens to her clients and truly cares about helping people find their perfect home.

Always feel free to contact her anytime, and she looks forward to meeting you!

MULTI-FAMILY BUILDING LOTS

9840 APRIL COURT WASILLA, AK 99623 1 Acre • $40,000 • MLS# 20-3992

Proudly represented by Samuel Goldman (907) 715-7180

4550 W RONNIES CIRCLE WASILLA, AK 99623 4-Plex • 4320SF • 1.06 Acre $524,000 • MLS# 20-981 7604 E DALE CIRCLE WASILLA, AK 99654 4BR/2BA • 2CAR • 1200SF • 1.26 acre $246,700 • MLS# 20-3996

7646 E DALE CIRCLE WASILLA, AK 99654 4BR/2BA • 2CAR • 1528SF • 1.43 acre $279,180 • MLS# 20-3997

3556 N SLATON STREET WASILLA, AK 99654 4BR/2BA • 2CAR • 1605SF • 1.17 Acre $296,530 • MLS# 20-113

3487 N SLATON STREET WASILLA, AK 99654 5BR/2.5BA • 2CAR • 1860SF • 1.03 Acre $342,050 • MLS# 20-262

3520 N SLATON STREET WASILLA, AK 99654 4BR/3BA • 3CAR • 1835SF • 1.05 Acre $339,640 • MLS# 20-114

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718 W JONES DRIVE WASILLA, AK 99654 3BR/2BA • 2Car • 2304SF • .98 Acre $399,000 • MLS# 19-11870

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293 N MEADOW LAKES LOOP WASILLA, AK 99623 4BR/2.5BA • 3Car • 3271SF • 1.3 Acre $365,000. MLS# 19-16802

4581 OVERBY STREET WASILLA, AK 99623 4-Plex • 3956SF • 1.04 Acre $524,000 • MLS# 20-979

AVIATION RIDGE Knik Goose Bay • MLS# 20-2545 2 lots available starting at $25,000

BIRCHWOOD ESTATES Wasilla Fishhook/Tex-Al • MLS# 20-1712 6 lots available starting at $42,500

9920 W FAIRCHILD STREET WASILLA, AK 99623 1.03 Acre • $40,000 • MLS# 20-3156

4565 OVERBY STREET WASILLA, AK 99623 4-Plex • 4320SF • .94 Acre $524,000 • MLS# 20-680

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5560 E CHERRY CIRCLE WASILLA, AK 99654 .94 Acre • $239,500 • MLS# 20-993

SELF STORAGE COMPLEX 3910 & 3934 TWEED COURT 64 Units & 14 Outdoor parking $335,000. MLS# 20-898

2650 E FAIRVIEW LOOP WASILLA, AK 99654 3BR/2BA • 2548SF • 1.16 Acre $275,000. MLS# 20-3994

357 E. PARKS HWY., STE. 200, WASILLA, AK 99654 April 2020

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357 E. Parks Hwy., Suite 200 Wasilla, AK 99654

907-376-RENT (7368)

www.RentInTheValley.com Call for Current Promotions!

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3150 N Rib Road, Palmer 4 BD |2 BA | 2,200 Sq Ft | $2,100/MO

652 E Schwald Road, Wasilla 2 BD | 1 BA | 900 Sq Ft | $1,150/MO

This home is a rare find in the heart of Palmer just off of Scott Road.Vaulted ceilings with beautiful exposed beams in the open concept living/kitchen layout. A large deck off the kitchen and dining gives way to amazing mountain views. AK MLS# 20-613

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AK MLS# 20-2855

AK MLS# 20-3230

MOVE IN SPECIAL!!! ½ off first month’s rent when signing a year lease!

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PET 15955 E Ptarmigan Road #5, Palmer 1 BD | 1 BA | 500 Sq Ft | $775/MO

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8032 W Donna Marie Lane #3, Wasilla 2 BD | 1 BA | 1,000 Sq Ft | $995/MO

Enjoy the privacy of this modest, single bedroom unit , on the outskirts of Palmer. Watch the sunrise over the Knik River.

With the quiet, scenic area, pets on approval and all utilities included, you can’t beat a deal like this. AK MLS# 20-261

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2060 N Lucille Street #A6, Wasilla 3 BD | 2 BA | 900 Sq Ft | $1,225/MO

Spacious Kitchen! 2 bedroom/1 bath with attached garage AK MLS# 20-3398

Efficiencies - $650 plus electric 1 bedroom - $775 plus electric Pets on approval

• Walking distance to stores and restaurants • Less than a mile to the Target Mall and Fred Meyer • Located in the core of Wasilla and right behind Lowe’s

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1040 N Pittman Road, Wasilla 1 BD | 1BA | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,200/MO

Great 1 bed (lower half unit) on large lot. Large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and lots of storage. Large fenced yard with dog run. Minutes from grocery store and restaurants. AK MLS# 20-3232

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4027 E Ruth Drive, Wasilla 3 BD | 2 BA | 1,1370 Sq Ft | $1,4950/MO

Comes complete with all stainless steel appliances and has a front loader washer and dryer located in the one-car attached garage.

Unit is like-new, has been kept very clean. AK MLS# 20-3815

4525 S Binnacle Drive #2, Wasilla 2 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,300 Sq Ft | $1,250/MO

Cozy townhome with open concept living area. Laminate flooring throughout the home with carpeting in the bedrooms. Great mountain views and private deck giving access to the large back yard. Attached and heated garage. Washer/Dryer located in unit. AK MLS# 20-2209

• No long-term lease required • Same day move-ins • Pay on-line or in person

Storage Options

10x10 • 10x20 • 10x30 10x40 • Toy & RV Parking

Berlin Rose Apartments

Located in the heart of Eagle River • 1 Bedrooms • 2 Bedrooms • 3 Bedrooms • Starting at $850.00 PET

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16510 Centerfield Dr. #B103, Eagle River 3 BD | 1 BA | 700 Sq Ft | $850/MO Landscaped lawns, designated parking spaces, and cluster boxes to receive mail! Conveniently located by restaurants, stores, coffee shops and more, all within walking distance. AK MLS# 20-2213

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16510 Centerfield Dr. #B105, Eagle River 3 BD | 1 BA | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,150/MO Conveniently located by restaurants, stores, coffee shops and more, all within walking distance. Leases are available for three, six or twelve months. Tenant responsible for gas and electricity. AK MLS# 20-238

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16510 Centerfield Dr. #E1, Eagle River 3 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,275 Sq Ft | $1,395/MO Full remodel. Brand new floors, appliances (stove, refrigerator, DW and WD), trail access and beautiful views of the mountains. New back deck, plus free cable! Conveniently located with stores, restaurants, banks, coffee shops and more, all nearby. AK MLS# 20-2317

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16510 Centerfield Dr. #D2, Eagle River 3 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,275 Sq Ft | $1,450/MO Full remodel. Brand new floors, appliances (stove, refrigerator, DW and WD), trail access and beautiful views of the mountains. New back deck, plus free cable! Conveniently located with stores, restaurants, banks, coffee shops and more, all nearby. AK MLS# 20-2435

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Granite counters located throughout entire home.

Kitchen features stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. Open kitchen-dining-living area is located on the first floor with the garage. AK MLS# 19-17504

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1630 E Kinzi Circle #1, Wasilla 4 BD | 3 BA | 1,572 Sq Ft | $1,595/MO

9750 E Trennie Loop #3, Palmer 3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,310 Sq Ft | $1,350/MO AK MLS# 20-2975

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Great features to offer in addition to space. Granite counters located throughout entire home. Stainless steel appliances. Open kitchen-dining-living area is located on the first floor with the garage. AK MLS# 20-3260

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16510 Centerfield Dr. #G5, Eagle River 3 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,010 Sq Ft | $1,450/MO Landscaped lawns, designated parking spaces, and cluster boxes to receive mail! AK MLS# 20-2215

Bella Vista East & West

1605 Kinzi Circle #3, Wasilla 3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,444 Sq Ft | $1,350/MO

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9695 E Trennie Loop #4, Palmer 3 BD |2.5 BA | 1,336 Sq Ft | $1,345/MO

Granite counters located throughout entire home. Kitchen features stainless steel appliances and an island breakfast bar. Open kitchen-dining-living area is located on the first floor with the heated garage. AK MLS# 19-18517

Ask Cora Hey Cora: I am confused about interest rates. I mean, I heard that rates dropped down to like 1.5% but when I called lock my rate to purchase a house, they were much higher – what’s with that. Totally confused.

Dear Confused, it’s understandable, I have got a lot of calls this week regarding those rates. But Mortgage rates are based on the Bond Market. Because mortgages are longterm loans, their interests rates tend to track long-term bond yields rather than short-term interest rates such as the federal funds rate.

Now that doesn’t sound incredible interesting does it. But these fell too, as investors fled from these government bonds, which are usually seen as “safe”.

Real estate experts say: “With the Fed cutting rates to 0% and re-starting quantitative easing, including purchase mortgage backed securities, mortgage rates are poised to drop back down and may even hit new record lows.” Says Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com.

So economist have their own way of speaking – the speak is awkward and clunky to us normal people, so I will translate for you because a speak a “little” economist, but I am not fluent so excuse my sentence structure: Just because the feds drop the rate to zero doesn’t mean that mortgage rates will be that low. Because really, who is going to loan money for mortgages if the rate is zero? If you had a pile of money in your mattress, and someone with an “acceptable” credit rating asked to borrow it for 30 years, oh, and please don’t charge me anything for doing it - would you loan it to them? I didn’t think you would. So, rates must be at a reasonable rate OR no one is going to be able to get a mortgage because banks can’t lend at that rate and keep their investors happy. The fed doesn’t want that to happen.

So right now, rates are all over the place – if you currently are under contract to purchase a home, you will want to speak with your loan specialist and see about locking that in. I spoke with a realtor 2 days ago, said he locked in a client at 2.75%. Today, a friend was in my office said rates jumped to 4%. Basically, you need to contact your loan officer find out what it’s doing today.

Another thing to consider might be to refinance. With a VA loan, you can refinance without and appraisal or other costs. It’s very simple, and the whole pre-qualifying thing is

Brought to you by just not there. If your current rate is say 4.5% and mortgage rates drop to 3.5%, it’s worth it to refinance. Depending on the mortgage amount, this could be significant.

My best advice, rates are going to swing all over the place thru April. If you are in the process of getting a loan, have your loan officer on speed dial! Sometimes rates change several times per day! Mortgage rates popped up in in January and dropped to an all time low in March – what will April bring? Flowers! Yup mostly flowers – Now if you are talking mortgage rates, I could take a guess with my Magic 8 ball, but in all honesty, I will settle back down again once the virus has “run it’s course” so to speak. I would say we are looking at 3.7% to 4% for the month of April. This is stability, just what we want.

General Market Notes: A) If you are buying a home and working with a lender now – keep in touch with them and consult them about when to lock your rate.

B) If you are thinking about selling, inventory is very low and there are people buying. I sold 6 homes this month already!

Seriously C) If you are thinking about buying, get pre qualified so we can watch that rate together, then let’s get out there and find something asap.

D) If you are locked in your home with your family – I am sorry, let me know if you need me to bring you something!

Let me know if I can answers any questions, and please email me if you have a real estate questions, I love all your good questions.

There’s a coffee card in it for you if I use your question! Call me!

April 2020

Call Cora Today!

Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group Of Wasilla 621 S Knik-Goose Bay Rd Wasilla, AK 99654

www.clcandassoc.com

907.982.5700

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Get a better mortgage when you work with an independent mortgage broker like us! We’ll work with you to get a personalized loan that saves you time and money!

Amanda Jensen

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Mortgage Consultant NMLS:1251279 907-441-6223 amanda-akhomeloans.com

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New location First Rate Financial License:184451 2851 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Unit 6, Wasilla, AK 99654 April 2020

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Kirsten Forbess NMLS #203706 Assistant Vice President Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator

907-352-8306

www.kirstenforbess.com

Gwen Greenup NMLS #204000 Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator

907-352-8304

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Tammy Hull NMLS #203533 Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator

907-352-8331

www.tammyhull.com

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Rebecca Scott NMLS #1216459 Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator

907-352-8302

www.rebeccadscott.com

Mandi Stone NMLS #1676665 Mortgage Loan Originator

907-761-5223

www.mandistone.com

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Hidden Ranch

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One of Palmer’s best neighborhoods, half-acre lots with city water and sewer. Find your lot, pick your floorplan, customize and build. Starting at $265,600.

Horizon Estates

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Mountain views, a great central location and three-acre lots.

Choose a lot and a floorplan and start construction on your dream home. Starting at $284,100.

Bluff lots with gorgeous mountain and inlet views. Under construction, purchase now and choose your finishes! Starting at $251,400.

Live in one of Alaska’s only golf course communities on a half-acre lot with community water. Duplex lots available.

Starting at $233,700.

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Spinell Homes Inc, AK Contractor #220310, Res. #92 & 1572

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CABINETS

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USE YOUR PFD TO INVEST IN THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME!

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Stunning Custom Home with incredible Mountain Views in the Ranch! Spacious kitchen, pantry and living room Open Floor Plan, as well as Granite Counter Tops, Beautiful cabinets and tile/laminate flooring, Stunning Rock Wall Fireplace in living room. Master suite with coffered ceiling, walk-in closet, jetted tub & separate tile shower.

Extra office downstairs. Huge windows both upstairs and down provide amazing views of the mountains. Buyer can choose own upgrades. Access out back door to Wild Refuge, Palmer Hay flats and Swan Lake. No neighbors on back side of property overlooking the hay flats! Great commute location. Not a single stop light from Anchorage! MLS# 20-1904 $478,800

Lori Leahy

(907) 203-7608 lori.leahy2@gmail.com

Strengthening the financial standing of Native communities The HUD 184 Loan Program is specifically designed for members of Alaska Native and American Indian tribes. To receive a HUD 184 loan you must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.

Benefits include: • Lower down payments • Lower interest rates • Lower closing costs *Restrictions may apply. Residential Mortgage’s operations, products and/or services do not originate from, and are not endorsed by VA, USDA, HUD or FHA.

Contact us today to see if you qualify.

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Buy, Sell with Elise Ell 907-242-0442 Elise Ell Buchholz

Jack White

Jack White Real Estate Mat Su 865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654

since 1953

EAGLE RIVER INVESTMENT PROPERTY

LARGE RANCH

LAKE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Well maintain 8-Plex with six 2 bedroom, and two 1 bedroom units. All units are occupied.

Four units have fireplaces with decks off the master bedroom. Gas ranges with microwaves in most units. Big laundry room with storage units. New Roof in June 2018!

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, ranch style home with oversized 2 car garage, boasts cathedral ceilings with beautiful wood finish, private laundry room, large walk in closet in master. Seperate mother in law appt that needs tlc with its own furnace, and hot water heater, kitchen, bedroom and living area on 1.23 acres. This home could be yours!

This tri-level home is contemporary and accentuates the 1200 foot of lke frontage. Located on the finger of finger lake. The front entry boasts high ceilings with atrium, two masters, or Mother-in-law apartment, views are spectacular, includes casita, with boat lift, and chicken coop hotel. This home could be a 5 bedroom. Lets not forget about the 3.5 car garage!

$699,000

AK MLS# 19-16752

$310,000

AK MLS# 20-932

$949,000

AK MLS# 20-591

SOLD IN 2 DAYS

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

NEW LISTING

This lot is right next door to the RV Park, and Little Millers in Houston. The little Su runs through the back end of the property. I can visualize a cabin in the back next to the river with a food truck in the front so all the tourist off the bus can get food and then go to Little Millers for ice cream. There are many uses for this property.

Great investment duplex with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath on both sides. 1 unit already has income producing tenants.

Plenty of room for your RV or other Alaskan toys. Don’t let age of building worry you. This duplex was brought down to the studs and the subfloor and updated. Beautiful flooring throughout the building and lets not forget the gas burning fire place for those cold winter nights!

This Palmer 4 bedroom home with amazing views, exudes value with cedar wood finishes throughout. Hard wood floors, extra large one way windows, gourmet kitchen, large finished basement, fully fenced and landscaped yard with greenhouse, heat ventilation and recovery system, paved driveway. Not to mention public water & sewer and metal roof. This home could be yours!

$94,900 AK MLS# 20-2485

$210,000 AK MLS# 19-14763

$380,000

AK MLS# 20-2504

5 BEDROOM HOME

DUPLEX

ON NANCY LAKE

Huge mud room with double doors to living area, tv projector and screen included, Master suit on entry level, with laundry room, Kitchen dining, deck off dining room and living room open, top level has bedrooms and office, then basement has another bedroom and storage area, with garage.

This duplex is completely rented out and would be a great income property for someone. Huge kitchen in larger 3 bedroom 2.5 bath unit, with 2 car garage, smaller 1 bedroom 1 bath , 1 car garage unit also has a carport and storage unit.

This property makes an extra $10,000 per year renting out the original cabin through Airbnb! It’s located on the amazing Nancy Lake with wildlife flourishing around the property including lots of eagles, moose, and bears. This house features a workshop, paved circular driveway, a heated garage, a carport, and a greenhouse. Call today for a showing!

$399,000 AK MLS# 19-2888

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$339,900 AK MLS# 19-14580

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$350,000

AK MLS# 19-17479

Buy, Sell with Elise Ell 907-242-0442 Elise Ell Buchholz

Jack White

Jack White Real Estate Mat Su 865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654

Real Estate since 1953

MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE

AMAZING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Very private updated 4 bedroom,2.5 bath home with oversized two car garage nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac, with circular drive. Real hard wood floors with custom cabinets, SS appliances, Gourmet Kitchen with double oven, and granite counters, Covered deck, and so much more. This home is a raised Ranch with a daylight basement. A nice walk to the Little Su River. $299,000

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, private drive. $599,000

MLS# 20-2609

MLS# 19-18291

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Serving Talkeetna, Trapper Creek & surrounding areas for over 20 years.

907-733-3300 • www.mckinleyview.com $192,000 • MLS# 20-2187

$285,000 • MLS# 19-10443

$58,000 • MLS# 19-11361

$297,000 • MLS# 20-7

Ride the Alaska Railroad home! Year round access to this 1220sf cabin with solar and generator backup, nearby spring provides drinking water and 300 gallon holding system pumps water from the creek. guest cabin,1600sf dried in new home, 16x40 Barn & Greenhouse, many outbuildings, saw mill, atv, snowmachine, boat and too much more to list. As seen on “Railroad Alaska” TV series and alaskamountainman.com

Custom log home has special features throughout, open floorplan, country kitchen.

Master bedroom on main floor.

Upstairs bdrm plus office/bonus room with bath and spacious family room that connects to huge deck for entertaining.

Trapper Creek

Eight beautifully wooded acres surrounded by the great recreational area of North Willow. Add a small well-built cabin with porch (unfinished), outhouse, and storage (old travel trailer) At the end of a quiet cul de sac. Willow

Brand new construction with 5* energy rating! This light and bright 3 bed, 2 bath home has over 1,500 sqft of living space and sits on almost one acre, just a couple of miles from the heart of Talkeetna, close to Talkeetna Lakes Park. Open floor plan living room, kitchen and dining area with vaulted ceiling and space to stretch out. Too much more to mention! Talkeetna

$90,000 • MLS# 19-3999

$98,500 • MLS# 19-19102

$199,000 • MLS# 20-1293

Stunning 16x24 D-log cabin with one bedroom, one bath in a gated community on an acre. Cabin has a 8x16 covered porch, tongue and groove interior, shower & composting toilet in bathroom. Lot has been further developed to accommodate a future, larger cabin and shop/garage.

The Preserve is a private & secure area with access to Sheep Creek, dock, walking trails, and protected wildlife habitat area.

North Willow

38 Acre Turn-Key just 5 miles off Petersville Road. Everything for remote living is included with this 1220sf cabin, heated shop w/ guest room above and lots of storage buildings. Well maintained ATV, snowmachine, sleds, log splitter, tools, generators and furnishings are all included. Near Gate Creek and East/West trail for snowmachine recreation. Great location for hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing.

Recreation lover’s paradise with that million dollar view! Main cabin, guest cabin, outhouse, and multiple outbuildings on almost three and a half acres. Main cabin has raisable ramp for bear protection and storage underneath. Guest cabin is perfect for friends or remote Airbnb.

Access to hundreds of acres of public land will cater to your dream adventure!

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Here’s what people are saying about McKinley View: “McKinley View Real Estate was fantastic...

I highly recommend them when looking in the Talkeetna area” David M. “Buying land or a house in a small town with someone that lives here is a huge bonus!!” Israel M.

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WASILLA

MLS# 19-8761 $430,000

MLS# 20-1304 $240,000

MLS# 20-2403 $338,000

Great for a private Alaskan getaway or a huge secluded property to live on in peace, surrounded by nature. Here’s 142 acres with easy gravel road access, gated driveway, well, septic, shed and RV Pad. A fresh water spring on the southern edge of the property near the RV pad flows off the property into Answer Creek which creates part of the southern border.

3 bedroom plus den/bonus room, 2.5 bath- Beautifully updated and maintained home in quiet, safe Woodfield Estates! Located in Colony School District and near Alcantra Sports rooms, with garage on a flat cleared acre. Complex, this 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home has a 2-car garage, asGreat yard with dog kennel. Huge master phalt driveway and a manicured lawn. All bedrooms and 2 bathbedroom with jetted tub in the master bath- rooms are upstairs, living areas and ½ bath are downstairs. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet and the master bathroom. Living area and half bath downstairs room has a jetted tub, walk in tiled shower, and custom vanity. Enter the home to a bamboo floored living room that leads to the large dinwith all bedrooms upstairs. ing room and kitchen with granite countertops and custom cabinets.

The very private backyard features a firepit area, shed, and a deck made for entertaining with the added bonus of a custom countertop.

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Jack White Real Estate Mat Su 865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654 WASILLA MLS# 20-3804 $389,000

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Completely updated home in a great commute location w/ lake and mountain views. 4 bedrooms each w/ walk-in closets, 3.5 bathrooms, 950+sqft finished basement w/ endless possibilities. Master suite w/ walk-in shower and jetted tub. Quartz countertops in kitchen, SS appliances and luxury vinyl flooring. Private access to Mud Lake, paved driveway and RV parking. Wrap around deck and landscaping.

Live the Alaskan dream! 3 bedroom 2.5 bath ranch with 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment in the shop. Home features large 2306 sq ft shop/ garage, landscape yard in the heart of Willow recreation area near Nancy lake.

Kelsey McLeod | 907-252-3298

Margaret Billinger | 907-841-2188

GLENNALLEN MLS# 19-5730 $289,000

WASILLA MLS# 20-3526 $389,000

Lake Front Pilots Dream! Runway and float plane access or you can just drive in! Great recreational property close to snow machine trails, great hunting, & fishing! Enjoy great sunsets from your deck. There is room enough to build a hanger too! Just 17 miles from Glennallen or 3.5 hours from Anchorage.

Margaret Billinger | 907-841-2188

PALMER MLS# 20-2504 $380,000

Great investment opportunity in a prime location. This income producing 4 plex sits on an acre lot and has been well maintained over the years. Spacious units consist of one 3-bedroom and three 2-bedroom units w/ separate gas meters.

Shared coin-op laundry. Covered parking and storage units for each tenant.

Long-term tenant history. New roof 10/2019, leach field installed 03/2014.

Laurie Miller | 907-715-6104

BIG LAKE MLS# 19-9253 $625,000

This 4 bedroom home with amazing views, exudes value with cedar wood finishes throughout. Hard wood floors, extra large one way windows, gourmet kitchen, large finished basement, fully fenced and landscaped yard with greenhouse, heat ventilation and recovery system, paved driveway. Not to mention public water & sewer and metal roof. This home could be yours!

This is an exceptional opportunity to own an 8,600 sq ft building with many office / classroom spaces. Large open basement to hold events.

On a great .74 acre corner lot off the Parks Hwy and Big Lake Rd.

Elise Buchholz | 907-242-0442

Kelsey McLeod | 907-252-3298

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Jack White Real Estate Mat Su 865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654 BIG LAKE MLS# 20-2539 $299,000

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This home features stunning views of Big Lake. Multinational home can be used for a B&B or an assisted living wing. Handicapped accessible, large desk for entertaining. Home was updated in 2011.

This is a beautiful custom home on the 17th fairway of Settler’s Bay golf course.

Great layout with the master on the ground floor w/direct access to a large wrap around deck that faces the golf course w/views of the Chugach Mountains in the distance. Soaring vaulted ceiling in the living room leads to a large chef’s kitchen w/solid surface countertops, fine custom cabinetry and spacious pantry.

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Jerry Moses | 907-232-1578

WASILLA MLS# 19-11198 $285,000

PALMER MLS# 20-3797 $274,000

Ideal location for your business where you can supplement your income with two residential rental units. Detached 880 SF garage for storage. New metal roof 11/06 over existing roof incl new trusses, gas HWBB heat, & new septic 2014. Community water is $250/every 6 months. OF w/lg down payment & terms negotiated. Appointment only for showings--do not disturb tenants.

Kelsey McLeod | 907-252-3298

ANCHORAGE MLS# 20-1530 $145,000

2 bed, 2 bath, 741 sq. ft.

Margaret Billinger | 907-841-2188

This spacious 4 bedroom/2.5 bathroom home is conveniently located close to downtown Palmer, grocery stores, and schools. Other features... 5 star plus energy rating, in-floor heat, fenced back yard, shed and green house. Large master bedroom with private bath, walk-in closet and mountain views. Located in a culde-sac. Chair lift on interior stairs and ramp to front door for wheelchair access.

Laurie Miller | 907-715-6104

PALMER MLS# 19-19386 $460,000

Great investment opportunity! Income producing 6-plex in the heart of Palmer. (4) 2bd/1ba units, (2) 1bd/1ba units. Coin-op laundry room on site. Professionally managed and very well-maintained. Secured entry.

Unit #1 (1Bd/1Ba) is handicap accessible and has a separate entrance.

Walking distance to all of the amenities. Quick highway access makes for a great commute location to ANC & JBER.

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“Ask me about Real Estate” To our valued clients and neighbors: In compliance with the authorities’ recommendations to distance ourselves, we have temporarily closed our office to the public. While we are able to continue working on your real estate transactions, we have adopted specific protocols to protect you by avoiding physical contact. If there is anything we need to assist with, please let us know.

We wish you and your family good health as we weather this storm.

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