Glacier City Real Estate News Thirty fourth edition, October 2016 3rd Quarter 2016 Property Sales Report Girdwood / Turnagain Arm July 1 - September 30, 2016
Eight homes, six condos and one vacant lot sold between July 1st and September 30th, 2016.
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Sales - 1137 Alyeska Highway went up for sale April 8th and sold 125 days later. This small dry cabin features a privacy fence and perennial flower/rock garden. In 2014, an addition and a new roof were installed. Vacant lots often sell for as much, if not more, as this property did with a cabin. 1818 Alyeska Highway came on market January 20th and sold 139 days later. This custom log home was built and sold by the original owner/builders. It features in-floor radiant heat, Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors, custom tiled baths and a private deck overlooking the beaver ponds with an unobstructed view of Mt. Alyeska. Rarely does a two-bedroom home in Girdwood sell in this price range. A private drive, large .8 acre lot, plus the quality of construction contributed to the desirability of this property. 2864 Alyeska Highway listed March 1st and sold after 138 days. The original cabin was lifted and placed on a conventional foundation and the property is within walking distance to the Daylodge. This is definitely one of Property Address Girdwood, AK
those properties many second home owners look closely at due to its nightly rental potential. 196 Crystal Mountain Road listed in MLS April 15th and sold 21 days later. This unique property features two separate living spaces, two kitchens, vaulted ceilings, a two-car pull thru tandem carport and tons of parking. It is located directly off Crystal Mountain Road above Arlberg and within easy walking distance to Chair 3, Challenge and the Sitzmark. 171 Doran Lane came on market June 22nd and sold in 1 day. This is another small dry cabin located down valley. It features wood floors, a wood stove, new windows, new front door and a small sleeping loft. 174 Stowe Circle was listed on July 15th and sold the same day. This home is tucked away on Stowe Circle and features an open living area with built-in dining, wood flooring and a large covered deck. 540 Timberline Drive became available May 11th and sold after 7 days. This property has a proven track record in the nightly rental pool and sold turnkey furnished. Recent improvements include an expanded deck, natural gas outdoor heater and a hot tub. 658 Sproat Road was listed March 16th and pended after 137 days. This property has great B&B potential with additional living space on the first floor. The main living area is
Last Active List Price
Days on Market
Bed / Bath
Lot / Res SF
1137 Alyeska Highway
$129,000
125
2/0
10,400 / 536
1818 Alyeska Highway
$585,000
139
2 / 1.75
34,983 / 2,464
2864 Alyeska Highway
$374,000
138
4/1
12,270 / 1,546
196 Crystal Mountain Road
$595,000
21
4 / 2.75
12,500 / 2,392
171 Doran Lane
$133,000
1
1/0
4,950 / 350
174 Stowe Circle
$519,000
0
3/2
24,089 / 1,782
540 Timberline Drive
$479,000
7
3 / 1.75
14,846 / 1,592
658 Sproat Road
$530,000
137
6 / 3.5
17,420 / 2,660
244 Olympic Mountain Loop #308S
$159,000
41
0/1
Condo / 520
244 Olympic Mountain Loop #408S
$295,000
0
2/2
Condo / 1,075
2876 Alyeska Highway #2
$329,000
86
2 / 1.5
Condo / 934
380 Hightower Road #4
$399,900
94
2 / 2.5
Condo / 1,534
340 Hightower Road #A301
$325,000
358
2/2
Condo / 1,087
350 Hightower Road #C303
$299,000
399
2/2
Condo / 990
L4 Flyfishing Lane
$149,000
504
Vacant Land
14,958 / 0
open and has lots of natural light. These 8 homes sold for an average of 95% of their last active list price after an average of 71 days on market.
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Condo Sales - 244 Olympic Mountain Loop #308S (Alyeska South Olympic) This ground floor studio (no bedroom) listed May 31st and sold after 42 days on market. This unit is updated and one of the few original condo associations (North, South, East and West) that has not lost parking due to recent road improvements. 244 Olympic Mountain Loop #408S (Alyeska South Olympic) This is a “stats only” sale where the MLS member provided the information for use as a comparable sale, however the property was not listed in MLS prior to being sold. It sold with 0 days on market and there were no pictures. Recently instituted MLS rules require at least one photo for every listing. 2876 Alyeska Highway (Alyeska View) This property went up for sale April 13th and sold 86 days later. Tongue and groove vaulted ceilings, a beautifully remodeled kitchen with island, hardwood floors and a sauna really make this property special. Note: This is one of only two duplex condos in Girdwood, making it a rare find indeed. It’s also located relatively close to the Daylodge.
1137 Alyeska Hwy.
1818 Alyeska Hwy.
2864 Alyeska Hwy.
196 Crystal Mtn.
171 Doran Lane
174 Stowe Circle
540 Timberline
658 Sproat Rd.
244 Olympic Mtn 308S & 408S
2876 Alyeska #2
380 Hightower #4
340 Hightower A301 350 Hightower C303
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