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Anchorage, AK Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Anchorage, AK

Pricing Updated: 09/05/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Anchorage, AK area range in price from $700 to $3,500 with an overall median price of $2,222. The three Anchorage neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Turnagain Arm at $1,470, University Area at $1,140, and Downtown at $700. 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$1,470$1,4701
University Area$1,535$1,1404
Downtown$1,800$70022
Taku Campbell$1,822$1,27514
Midtown$1,835$1,11527
Mountain View$1,949$1,0256
Campbell Park$1,987$1,07529
Abbott-Loop$2,050$1,07524
Airport Heights$2,050$70049
Downtown Anchorage$2,050$700105

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. 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$700
Merrill CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$900
The AdelaideStudioStudio,1BA$917
Panoramic View1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,050
Northwind Apartments2nd floor StudioStudio,1BA$1,125
CastleStudio smallStudio,1BA$1,125
College ViewStudioStudio,1BA$1,140
Chester Park Estate1BD/1BA- Floorplan A1BR,1BA$1,225
The Mallary2 Bed2BR,1BA$1,250
Central Park Apartments1 bedroom Floor Plan C1BR,1BA$1,260

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Anchorage, AK

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Anchorage area is the $1.28 price per square foot 8847 Lakehurst Dr Model at 8847 Lakehurst Dr, Unit 2 in the in the Sand Lake neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Anchorage apartment is the 2B/2B Model at Mariners View starting at $2,100 with a $1.48 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.
8847 Lakehurst Dr, Unit 28847 Lakehurst Dr3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Mariners View2B/2B2BR,2BA$1.48
2845 Nugget Ln, Unit Upper2845 Nugget Ln2BR,1BA$1.63
Stephens Park3 Beds3BR,2BA$1.57
429 Bliss St, Unit 2429 Bliss St2BR,1BA$1.75
Hampstead Heath2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.61
Legacy2x12BR,1BA$1.82
The Mallary2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.59
Nicole ApartmentsFlat1BR,1BA$1.74
Northwind Apartments2nd floor StudioStudio ,1BA$1.73

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Anchorage, AK
Population: 291,538

Ranked #68

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Anchorage

    What type of rentals are currently available in Anchorage?

    There are currently 617 Apartments for Rent in Anchorage, AK with pricing that ranges from $700 to $3,500. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Anchorage ranging from $1,150 to $8,500.

    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 $1,150 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,837.

    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 $1,600 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $5,880. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,050.

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