Chugiak & Peter’s Creek Real Estate
Located halfway between Anchorage and Palmer sits the Chugiak/Peter’s Creek area. Part of the Municipality of Anchorage, and often lumped together with Eagle River, this area has a large appeal for multitudes of varying homeowners. A quick 20-30 minute drive out of Anchorage is all it takes reach this smaller suburb. Notice the peace and calm the local populace enjoy as part of this tight-knit community.
Starting at Fire Lake and ending at Thunderbird Falls, there is no shortage of diversity in the type of property available. Several upscale Subdivisions feature large houses. Airstrip adjacent homes have hangers for prop planes and several lakes have docks for float planes. Mountainside cabins enjoy great views of Denali and “The Sleeping Lady”. Larger parcels can capture feelings of privacy and serenity many Alaskans desire. Animal lovers find the ideal set up for dog-teams or horse barns. The variety of land offerings suit a multitude of purposes, making the real estate opportunities here unique.
While Chugiak/Peter’s Creek features only a handful of restaurants and small shops, Eagle River is only 5 minutes away for shopping and dining. Schools in this community grade consistently high in academic marks and the area has a great love for local sports. There are plenty of hiking trails and mountains in the surrounding areas. Bear Mountain offers a challenging uphill hike, with the view of Knik Inlet and mountain vistas acting as the reward. Fire Lake and Mirror Lake are wonderful places to enjoy some ice fishing and summertime paddle boarding. If you prefer the quiet of the suburbs to the hustle and bustle of big cities, Chugiak/Peter’s Creek is perfect for you.