Average Rent in Anchorage, AK
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Anchorage’s rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and single‑family homes, catering to students, professionals, and families alike. In the city’s vibrant downtown core, modern studio and one‑bedroom apartments are popular for their walk‑ready access to the Anchorage Museum, the historic Fourth Avenue Theatre, and the scenic Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. Just a short drive away, neighborhoods like Midtown and South Anchorage provide quieter streets and convenient proximity to shopping centers, schools, and the bustling Anchorage Market & Festival.
For renters seeking more space, the market features a range of house rentals across Anchorage’s well‑established communities such as Fairview, Tudor, and the family‑friendly suburbs of Eagle River and Mountain View. Typical one‑bedroom homes are often available in the $1500s, while larger three‑ and four‑plus bedroom houses can command rates in the $2800s and $3700s respectively, reflecting the spacious layouts and access to yards that many Alaskans value. These properties benefit from easy routes to outdoor attractions like Chugach State Park and the nearby Portage Glacier.
Overall, Anchorage’s rentals are characterized by a balance of affordability and quality, with apartments generally ranging from the $1200s for studios up to the $2100s for three‑bedroom units, and houses offering a step up in size and price. Whether you’re drawn by the city’s cultural amenities, its proximity to world‑class fishing and hiking, or the convenience of well‑connected transit corridors, the rental landscape provides options that suit a wide array of lifestyles and budgets.
Anchorage Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count
Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min – Max | 25th – 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,192 | $1,185 | $950 – $1,595 | $975 – $1,350 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,417 | $1,345 | $600 – $5,227 | $1,200 – $1,495 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,787 | $1,700 | $800 – $5,450 | $1,495 – $1,950 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $2,627 | $2,450 | $1,425 – $8,380 | $2,055 – $2,750 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $3,471 | $3,375 | $2,500 – $5,000 | $2,800 – $4,000 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,523 | $1,450 | $875 – $2,500 | $1,200 – $1,800 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $2,163 | $2,050 | $1,200 – $6,700 | $1,725 – $2,400 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,795 | $2,795 | $870 – $7,000 | $2,400 – $3,000 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $3,711 | $3,500 | $1,075 – $8,500 | $3,100 – $4,000 |
Current rent in Anchorage (all property types): Studio $1,260, 1 Bedroom $1,428, 2 Bedroom $1,891, 3 Bedroom $2,743, 4+ Bedroom $3,688.
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