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property at 10040 Gebhart Dr

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10040 Gebhart Dr

AnchorageAK99515
property at 5205 E 26th Ave

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5205 E 26th Ave, Unit 4

5205 E 26th Ave
AnchorageAK99508

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Anchorage, AK Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Anchorage, AK

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Anchorage, AK area range in price from $712 to $7,699 with an overall median price of $2,613. The three Anchorage neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Turnagain Arm at $1,200, Mountain View at $950, and Basher at $1,325. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Anchorage Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Turnagain Arm$1,200$1,2001
Mountain View$1,400$9506
Basher$1,607$1,3257
Fairview$1,800$71231
Huntington Park$1,800$71237
North Star$1,800$71233
Turnagain$1,870$1,3605
Rogers Park$1,887$71275
Tudor Area$1,887$1,09568
Midtown$1,975$1,09522

Cheapest Available Anchorage Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Anchorage, AK is a Studio unit found at Loussac Sogn in the Government Hill neighborhood priced from $712. Merrill Crossing in the Government Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Anchorage apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Loussac SognStudio 1Studio,1BA$712
Merrill CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$900
The AdelaideStudioStudio,1BA$917
North Pointe Apartments0Studio,1BA$950
Panoramic ViewStudioStudio,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Anchorage, AK

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Anchorage area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2210 Roosevelt Dr Model at 2210 Roosevelt Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Spenard neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Anchorage apartment is the 2B/2B Model at Mariners View starting at $2,000 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Government Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Anchorage apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2210 Roosevelt Dr, Unit 12210 Roosevelt Dr3BR,2BA$1.63
Mariners View2B/2B2BR,2BA$1.41
Arctic Sun2x1 1100a2BR,1BA$1.48
Stephens Park2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.66
1101 Eagle St3 bed / 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.69
Checkmate Plaza2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.78
1515 Nelchina St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.67
827 E 11th Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.56
Northwind Apartments2nd Floor 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.70
Nicole ApartmentsFlat1BR,1BA$1.70

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Anchorage, AK
Population: 291,538

Ranked #68

in US Census Population by City

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Anchorage

    What type of rentals are currently available in Anchorage?

    There are currently 628 Apartments for Rent in Anchorage, AK with pricing that ranges from $712 to $7,699. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Anchorage ranging from $800 to $4,000.

    What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Anchorage?

    Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Anchorage ranges from $800 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,392.

    How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Anchorage?

    For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Anchorage range from $850 to $7,699, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,795.

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