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Nestled between the Matanuska and Susitna Valleys and the Talkeetna Mountains, Wasilla combines the charming character of a small town with opportunities typically available only in an urban city. This community is the commercial and cultural center of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough - providing residents with a growing economy, good school districts and modern medical facilities - all surrounded by breathtaking views of mountains,
lakes and forests.
Located along the George Parks Highway and the Alaska Railroad, Wasilla is approximately 40 miles northeast of Anchorage. When residents have the day off from work or school, the stunning natural landscape surrounding Wasilla and Palmer provides countless activities and attractions. During the summer, you can enjoy Still Water fishing, swimming, boating, hiking and biking. Snowfall in the winter presents a new set of activities including snowboarding, skiing, ice skating, and snow machining. Residents, and visitors alike, can also enjoy indoor activities at the Wasilla Multi-Use Sports Complex, which features a professional-sized ice hockey arena, indoor turf court, running/walking track and community rooms.
Wasilla Real Estate
Wasilla is also the home of the world-renowned Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and the Tesoro Iron Dog Race, the longest snowmobile race in the world. Both races begin in Wasilla and participants travel more than 1,000 miles through the rugged Alaskan terrain. The Kristan Cole Team has sponsored Todd Palin many times; Todd and his partner have won the Iron Dog race four times, in 1995, 2000, 2002, and 2007. Todd is the "First Dude" of Alaska and the husband of Governor Sarah Palin.
Palmer and Girdwood Information
Palmer has maintained a historic downtown area with bookstores, cafes, art galleries, and other local shops. Outside town, residents can take advantage of the natural surroundings to enjoy various recreational activities including hiking, skiing, rafting, and horseback riding.
For skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts, Girdwood has become a popular destination. The Alyeska Resort, located in Girdwood, provides residents in this scenic small community with economic benefits as well as many recreational opportunities.
Let the Kristan Cole Team assist you through the home-buying or selling process in the Wasilla Alaska Real Estate market. Our team of experienced professionals can help you find the home that's right for you, or sell your current home at the best possible price. Our website provides buyers with advanced property search tools to browse through all available listings in the area, browse reports that contain useful neighborhood information, and sign up for free listings updates by email. Site visitors looking to sell their home can find information on marketing your home, request to use our moving truck, and read what other clients have to say about working with the Kristan Cole Team. A wealth of information on the communities of Wasilla, Palmer and Girdwood is also available, and users can listen to daily podcasts or catch up on the latest real estate news on the team's blog.
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Kristan Cole
Keller Williams Realty,
Alaska Group
5131 E. Mayflower Lane
Wasilla, AK 99654
Phone: 907-373-3575
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