The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 99508 sells for about $331,483, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 99508
The 99508 housing market shows steady appreciation driven by limited inventory and consistent demand from university-affiliated residents. While affordability remains a challenge for some, the market is supported by a stable local economy and central location. Figures for specific metrics like price-cut percentage are estimated based on regional trends as ZIP-level data is not explicitly published.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers, students, and renters who prioritize proximity to the university and central employment districts over suburban space.
Median prices moved up 6.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 13.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 99508, Anchorage Municipality, AK
Crime rates in the 99508 area are higher than the Anchorage municipal average, with property crime being the primary concern for residents.
Schools in this ZIP are part of the Anchorage School District, which serves a diverse student population with varying performance metrics across neighborhood schools.
The area faces risks from seismic activity common to Southcentral Alaska, with standard insurance coverage typically including earthquake riders.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader Anchorage municipality, anchored by the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, healthcare, and military installations.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alaska) — Municipal Property Tax: Tax is calculated as (Assessed Value - Exemptions) * Mill Rate. Municipalities are authorized to levy taxes and impose liens for enforcement. Exemptions include mandatory state-required exemptions (e.g., for certain residents) and optional local exemptions. State (Alaska) — Mandatory Property Tax Exemptions: Exemption of the first $150,000 of assessed value from municipal property taxation. State (Alaska) — Municipal Property Tax: Tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value of the property by the local mill rate. State law mandates a mandatory exemption of the first $150,000 of assessed value for senior citizens (65+) and disabled veterans (50%+ service-connected disability). State (Alaska) — Optional Municipal Residential / Homestead Exemption Authorization: Allows municipal taxing bodies to exempt a percentage of the assessed value (commonly up to 20%, often capped at $50,000, as implemented in jurisdictions like Anchorage) for owner-occupied primary residences. State (Alaska) — Statewide Senior Citizen and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption: Mandates that municipalities exempt the first $150,000 of assessed property value from ad valorem taxation. Formula: Taxable Value = Max(0, Assessed Value - $150,000).
Residents have direct access to the Glenn Highway and Seward Highway, providing efficient transit to downtown Anchorage and the Midtown employment hubs.
The area features proximity to the University Lake Park, numerous neighborhood greenbelts, and easy access to the Chester Creek Trail system.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for multi-family units, with vacancy rates remaining tight due to the area's central location.
The economy is driven by the University of Alaska Anchorage, regional healthcare providers, and the proximity to major logistics hubs in Anchorage.
The area is served by the People Mover bus system, providing transit connectivity to the downtown core and major commercial corridors.
Development is focused on densification and the revitalization of older commercial corridors along Northern Lights Boulevard.
The Municipality of Anchorage assesses property values annually based on market data to determine tax liabilities.
Parcels are subject to the Anchorage School District and municipal service area taxes for fire and police protection.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional seismic risk and the cost of construction in the Alaskan market.
Alaska experiences fluctuating net migration patterns, often tied to the cyclical nature of the oil and gas and military sectors.
Alaska is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for a streamlined process under the deed of trust framework.
Sellers are required to provide a residential real property transfer disclosure statement covering the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and municipal reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Dave & Buster's Anchorage4.24.2 mi
- Center Bowl4.23.1 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese41.8 mi
- Fresh Cup Playhouse4.53.9 mi
- Alaska Escape Rooms52.7 mi
- Alaska Native Heritage Center4.74.2 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.12.5 mi
- Alaska Rock Gym4.71.7 mi
- Alaska Aviation Museum4.65.1 mi
- The Dome4.53.7 mi
- Anchorage Museum4.62.4 mi
- Alaska Native Heritage Center4.74.2 mi
- Kincaid Park4.88.3 mi
- Alaska Zoo4.35.3 mi
- Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 and XD4.42 mi
- Anchorage Museum4.62.4 mi
- Alaska Native Heritage Center4.74.2 mi
- Alaska Aviation Museum4.65.1 mi
- Middle Way Café4.32.8 mi
- Elderberry Park4.53 mi
- Kincaid Park4.88.3 mi
- Earthquake Park4.55.2 mi
- Glen Alps / Flattop Trailhead4.88.1 mi
- Potter Marsh Wildlife Viewing Boardwalk4.78.4 mi
- Alaska Botanical Garden4.72.6 mi
- Moose Run Golf Course4.35.7 mi
- Anchorage Golf Course4.55 mi
- Fox Hollow Golf Course & Sports Dome4.46 mi
- Russian Jack Springs Park North4.31.6 mi
- Dimond Center4.24.1 mi
- Fred Meyer4.11.4 mi
- Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall4.22.5 mi
- Fred Meyer4.34.4 mi
- New Sagaya Midtown Market4.41.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Popular local park with trails and a lake used for recreation.
Extensive paved trail system connecting various parts of Anchorage.
Cultural center showcasing Alaska Native traditions and history.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 14.8% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2024)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict.