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Anchorage, AK Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Anchorage, AK

Pricing Updated: 06/05/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Anchorage, AK area range in price from $700 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $2,185. The three Anchorage neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Midtown Anchorage at $1,120, Taku at $1,075, and Taku Campbell at $1,075. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Anchorage Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Midtown Anchorage$1,645$1,12022
Taku$1,695$1,07522
Taku Campbell$1,695$1,07522
Campbell Park$1,825$1,07531
Turnagain South Columbia Park$1,850$1,4951
Abbott-Loop$1,895$1,07525
O'Malley$1,897$1,6503
Bayshore$1,900$1,7501
Northeast Anchorage$1,949$1,12035
Scenic Foothills$1,949$1,12035

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 $700. College View in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Anchorage apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Loussac SognStudio 1Studio,1BA$700
College ViewStudioStudio,1BA$1,120
CastleStudio smallStudio,1BA$1,125
Merrill Crossing2 Beds2BR,1BA$1,175
Kings CourtOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Anchorage, AK

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Anchorage area is the $1.86 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Brighton Park in the in the Downtown Anchorage neighborhood starting from $1,949. The second greatest value Anchorage apartment is the 2 bedroom singlewide Model at Four Seasons starting at $1,999 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the University Area 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.
Brighton Park3x23BR,2BA$1.86
Four Seasons2 bedroom singlewide2BR,2BA$1.95
5657 Gate Keeper Ave, Unit Duplex5657 Gate Keeper Ave2BR,1BA$1.95
Hampstead Heath2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.61
The Mallary2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.75
Nicole ApartmentsFlat1BR,1BA$1.74
Kings CourtOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.70
McKinley Tower ApartmentsNE Corner - high floor!1BR,1BA$1.92
Merrill Crossing2 Beds2BR,1BA$1.74
Chester Park Estate1BD/1BA- Floorplan A1BR,1BA$1.83

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Anchorage

    What type of rentals are currently available in Anchorage?

    There are currently 609 Apartments for Rent in Anchorage, AK with pricing that ranges from $700 to $4,500. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Anchorage ranging from $800 to $4,200.

    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 $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,715.

    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 $1,500 to $4,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,050.

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