The Overall First-Time Home Buyers Score encompasses numerous elements including affordability, appreciation potential, amenities, and more.
Centennial Park
Centennial Park ranks 24th on our list with a first-time buyer score of 16.93.
This Anchorage neighborhood boasts a high vibrancy score of 81.89 and decent walkability at 53.62.
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Though it scores low on family-friendliness, the area provides good transit options and reasonable car accessibility.
Transit accessibility is strong at 62.12, offering good transportation options.
However, its family-friendly score is quite low at 2.88.
This Anchorage neighborhood is ideal for those who value an active urban lifestyle with convenient access to amenities.
The neighborhood provides a decent family-friendly environment (33.03) and moderate vibrancy.
This area is best suited for those who prioritize driving accessibility and dont mind limited pedestrian options.
While walkability is limited (24.49) and cycling infrastructure is minimal, the neighborhood provides good car accessibility.
While walkability is limited, the area provides some cycling options and moderate vibrancy.
This neighborhood is primarily designed for drivers, with very limited walkability and transit options.
The vibrancy score is moderate at 33.02.
While walkability is moderate, the neighborhood provides good car accessibility.
The neighborhood provides a nice balance of urban amenities and accessibility, though its family-friendly score is moderate.
However, the neighborhood has extremely limited walkability, cycling infrastructure, and transit options.
The vibrancy score is also quite low at 10.72.
The neighborhood offers moderate walkability and limited transit options.
While the family-friendly score is quite low (4.62), the area appeals to young professionals and couples.
Scenic Foothills
Scenic Foothills in Anchorage offers a well-balanced environment with good scores across most categories.
Car accessibility is also good, while transit options are moderate.
The neighborhood offers moderate family-friendliness and good transit options.
Spenard
Spenard in Anchorage ranks 7th with a strong first-time buyer score of 38.34.
The family-friendly score is decent at 30.59.
The neighborhood provides a moderate family-friendly environment (32.03) though transit options are somewhat limited.
Geist Road
Geist Road in Fairbanks enters our top 5 with a strong first-time buyer score of 40.17.
While walkability is moderate, the area offers some cycling options.
Woodland Park West
Woodland Park West in Anchorage ranks 4th with an impressive first-time buyer score of 42.58.
Vibrancy is also high at 77.74, though the family-friendly score is quite low.
Fairview
Fairview in Anchorage claims our bronze medal with an exceptional first-time buyer score of 46.88.
The neighborhood boasts outstanding walkability (75.99) with good car accessibility and transit options.
While the family-friendly score is low and vibrancy is moderate, the area provides excellent overall value.
While vibrancy and family-friendliness scores are moderate, the area provides excellent overall accessibility.
While the family-friendly score is moderate, the neighborhood provides the best overall package for first-time buyers.
