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$289,889$252 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $169,177 on May 27, 2022

485 N ALASKA ST

PALMER, AK 99645
0
Baths
1,152 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$290K
$270K low$310K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$169,177 · May 27, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,401 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$219,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$219,200

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.0
0
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
0
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
0
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
0
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
CountyMATANUSKA-SUSITNA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Swanson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.4 mi
H
Palmer High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Palmer Jr. Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 99645These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.62
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,142
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.54 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,220
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,741
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.32°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 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

485 N Alaska St 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 less than 87% of homes in Palmer 99645
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Palmer 99645
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Matanuska-Susitna Borough County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Matanuska-Susitna Borough County

What homes are worth in Palmer 99645

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

This home
$160K$965K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Palmer 99645.

How it measures up in Palmer 99645

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palmer 99645.

Estimated value$289,889
CheaperTypical $431,758Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,774 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 485 N Alaska St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer 99645Matanuska-Susitna Borough County
Estimated valuepricier than$289,88913% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25248% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²18% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac14% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than197611% of homes10% of homes

About 485 N Alaska St

How much is 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK is $289,889 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $270,071 to $309,707. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK last sell?

485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK last sold on May 27, 2022 for $169,177, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK?

485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK has 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK built?

485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK?

485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK is assigned to Swanson Elementary School (elementary); Palmer High School (high), rated C+; Palmer Jr. Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK compare to other homes in Palmer 99645?

Among the 12,926 homes in Palmer 99645, it is worth more than 13% of them ($289,889 against a typical $431,758), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($252 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,774 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1976 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Matanuska-Susitna Borough County, it is worth more than 39% 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 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK?

The 2026 property tax bill for 485 N Alaska St, Palmer, AK was $2,401. The county assessed it at $219,200.

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