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$538,034$175 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

35489 FORSTNER AVE

STERLING, AK 99672
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,072 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$538K
$482K low$594K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,603 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$371,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$339,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$371,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$371,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.1
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
1
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
1
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKenai Peninsula
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.93
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 360 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sterling Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.0 mi
H
Soldotna High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.1 mi
M
Skyview Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 11.0 mi

District: Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 99672These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.63
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.0

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,351
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,167
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,151
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.36°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.42%

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How this home compares

35489 Forstner Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Kenai Peninsula Borough County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Sterling 99672
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Sterling 99672
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Sterling 99672

What homes are worth in Sterling 99672

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$156K$1M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Sterling 99672.

How it measures up in Sterling 99672

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 99672.

Estimated value$538,034
CheaperTypical $393,964Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area3,072 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.93 ac
SmallerTypical 1.31 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 35489 Forstner Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 99672Kenai Peninsula Borough County
Estimated valuepricier than$538,03476% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1759% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than3,072 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.93 ac29% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than199654% of homes56% of homes

About 35489 Forstner Ave

How much is 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK is $538,034 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $481,775 to $594,293. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK?

35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,072 square feet of living space and a 0.93-acre lot.

When was 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK built?

35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK was built in 1996, making it 30 years old.

What schools serve 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK?

35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK is assigned to Sterling Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Soldotna High School (high), rated C+; Skyview Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK compare to other homes in Sterling 99672?

Among the 2,792 homes in Sterling 99672, it is worth more than 76% of them ($538,034 against a typical $393,964), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($175 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 93% of them (3,072 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.93 ac against a typical 1.31 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1996 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Kenai Peninsula Borough County, it is worth more than 78% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK?

The 2024 property tax bill for 35489 Forstner Ave, Sterling, AK was $2,603. The county assessed it at $371,000.

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