Anchorage real estate is moving briskly, which is a lot more than can be said for other cities in the lower 48 states. In 2010, sales of Anchorage homes increased on average 2.32% from the year before. The average price of Anchorage homes was almost $329,000 and they were on the market about 65 days before they sold. But Anchorage homes are plentiful in all price categories. Anchorage real estate prices have been rising steadily since 2001 when the average price of a home was $207,000. Prices dropped briefly in 2008, but they have started to climb again, and this means that Anchorage real estate is healthy and stable once again.
Why Is Anchorage Real Estate So Healthy?
One reason Anchorage real estate is selling at a steady rate is because people love living here. Anchorage residents are friendly, welcoming people, and make it a joy to raise a family here. That the weather is cold eight months of the year doesn't bother them, because they love their winter sports. What with tobogganing, skiing, ice skating, snowboarding, and snowmobiling, Anchorage residents embrace winter and all its diverse activities. Another reason for the popularity of Anchorage real estate is its wonderful schools, which average only about 20 pupils per teacher. And when the balmy summer weather comes around, all of Anchorage piles out of doors to enjoy alfresco concerts, gardening and green markets, many of which feature entertainment, food and family games.
A Healthy Job Market
Anchorage has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country. There is a Job Center Network where employers can post jobs and job seekers can find them. Entry level wages, in 2009, for engineers of all kinds, pharmacists, natural sciences managers, lawyers, physician assistants, and massage therapists, among others, ranged from about $48 an hour to almost $27 an hour for financial managers. In addition, Workplace Alaska has an online job board, where applications are accepted for various job listings.
The wondrous beauty of Anchorage should be taken advantage of. Anchorage real estate is within driving distance of magnificent glaciers and other natural wonders. And Mt. McKinley, the highest mountain range in North America, can be viewed on clear days from Anchorage. For these reasons, Anchorage homes are unique. It is a privilege to own an Anchorage home. Anchorage real estate is probably more affordable than in any other state. And finally, Anchorage real estate undoubtedly contains friendlier neighbors than you're likely to find anywhere else. Any one of these reasons is a mighty reason for living in Anchorage. But combine them all together, and you get a city that's hard to beat for beauty, value and family life.
