Apartments For Rent in Palmer, AK

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Apartments For Rent Near Palmer, AK

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What Locals Say about Palmer

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Palmer, AK: lively small-town base with easy commutes, mountain views, and year-round community fun. People love the friendly vibe, trails and parks, quick trips to town, and nonstop local events. They dislike occasional traffic and tourists, off-leash dogs, limited jobs, and rising drug issues.
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  • Jenny Hoeger
    "The state fair in the fall. Colony Days Friendly neighbors Not a lot of turnover in the neighborhood "
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  • Caio Poletti Romano
    "Amazing! Lots of good people Great place for recreation Lots of nature and outdoor activities Good for families"
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  • Kaily Hardy
    "There are many paths nearby that are easy walks and also many parks that the dog owners would like. "
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  • Charis_kenck
    "Plenty of dog owners in my neighborhood so you will hear barking. Dogs often escape their yards and wander the neighborhood. "
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  • Tom
    "People live here because it’s still a free country in this community. We support traditional family values. "
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  • Rchiolero
    "There are many dogs here, and some owners don’t keep them on leashes when they go on walks. However, most people are quite responsible. Most people clean up after them, too. "
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  • Peanne03
    "Safe for families, walkable community, dog friendly, kid friendly. One mile from downtown. Quiet, peaceful, and a sense of Community. "
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  • Kelly R.
    South Lakes, Wasilla
    "Commute is easy- there’s not a lot of traffic and everything is available close by. I work 10 minutes from work, so that’s a bonus!"
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  • Tim M.
    "It’s quick and easy to commute to town, plus there is there is a commute location about 5 miles from the neighborhood. "
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  • Charity B.
    "very open dog friendly community as long as dogs are leashed and under control of their handler the community believes strongly in the leash law for the safety of animals and humans alike "
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  • Charity B.
    "ost dog owners are respectful and clean up after their pets. Most dogs you come across are friendly to people and other pets alike. "
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  • Shelley.r.adams
    "They would love it. There are lots of places to walk and friendly dog owners in our neighborhood. It is a lovely little town. I appreciate our friends"
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  • Tom
    "It is a wonderful place that is going downhill because opioid and meth addicts are creeping into every neighborhood. "
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  • Shelley.r.adams
    "Friday flings, community events, safe, cute little local shops, colony days and colony Christmas events. It is a vibrant little commmunity. Great community radio station. "
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  • Aksona
    "We live in a farming community with a village spirit where we know our neighbors. Palmer is such a friendly community with lots of family oriented activities all year long. "
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  • Kim V.
    "Palmer is an old town that is slowly catching up to the times. Many new artsy and contemporary businesses are popping up all over town."
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  • Sierra H.
    "I’ve lived in this town for my whole life. It’s pretty nice. Not allot goes on and the main big thing is the state fair. "
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  • Palmer Resident
    "There is a lot of heavy traffic in this area. Lots of tourists checking things out, but there is a school close by and a few parks. All the basic needs are within walking distance of downtown."
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  • Sfpaddock
    "Lucky to work in Palmer, so it’s short. 1 mile compared to a lot of folks who have to drive all the way to Anchorage."
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  • Brks1951
    "People do a lot of dog walking in this neighborhood. Seems like a very good place for pets. Plenty of kids, very clean, yards are nice newer homes."
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  • Jessicalee9074
    "There are mall shops. There is a lot of community buy in. There is beautiful scenery with mountains all around. "
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  • Jcor
    "There are many dog owners here, people walk their dogs here frequently. There’s a few nice parks nearby within walking distance as well."
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  • Ronica G. M.
    "Love the area and school. close to restaurants and shopping. Lots of things to do both in nature and community. "
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  • 2theted
    "Palmer is an artsy friendly small town. Several schools nearby, a couple grocery stores, troopers & police department less than 5 minute drive, 10-15 minute drive to hospitals."
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  • Bjhwasilla
    "Quick access to the main roads, easy to get to town or commute to Anchorage. Quiet neighborhood. Good schools"
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  • Sam H.
    "My neighborhood is a quiet place with nothing around but just minutes from Palmer. No sidewalks or park in area "
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  • 2theted
    "Alaska State Fair is about 3 miles down the road, there is a Friday Fling every Friday in the summer, that's less than 2 miles away. There's also farmers market at same location with local veggies. "
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  • Sfpaddock
    "Good honest people who look out for their neighbors, where I live at least. A lot of military family’s live by me and they’re amazing people."
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  • Kimberley_lolley
    "The area is perfect 4 beautiful seasons occasionally see moose, wild birds, Fox, and porcupine lots of walking / hiking trails small town charm"
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  • Theresa M. L.
    South Lakes, Wasilla
    "Commute is nice out of my area as we have a stoplight if we choose to enter the highway. This makes it easier then some areas where you need to try to pull into traffic. "
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  • Gsmontrose
    "Neighbors taking care of, loving, and respecting each other. Beauty of nature, Mountain views, wildlife, peace and quiet. Private, but seven miles to town. "
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  • Aksona
    "We have community events that are free or cheap year around, both indoor and out. Pretty much everything is family/children friendly."
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  • Yooperinak
    "Great commute for work, schools are within a mile. Safe neighborhood. Close to hospital and doctors. "
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  • Angie F.
    " The Alaska State Fair was my favorite. Lots of community events and booths to attend there. The music venue is great too. "
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  • Kimberley_lolley
    "I chose to settle down and retire here with my family. It is very quiet and peaceful. People are out and about quite often. But do tend to keep to themselves for the most part. Very little crime or dangerous situations. Great schools and a strong since of community and small town pride. "
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  • Rick H.
    "love my small town, hate small town politics....lots to volunteer for but no real career jobs, unless your.gov "
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Average Rent Trends in Palmer, AK

Rent in Palmer, AK varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,300
Jul 2025$2,400
Aug 2025$2,350
Sep 2025$2,600
Oct 2025$2,300
Nov 2025$1,550
Dec 2025$2,000
Jan 2026$1,500
Feb 2026$1,450
Mar 2026$1,450
Apr 2026$1,800
May 2026$1,645
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,250$1,600$2,250$2,800$2,250
Apartments and Condos$1,250$1,350—$2,995$1,250
Houses$1,356$1,600$2,600$2,800$2,600
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Palmer, AK

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Palmer, AK?
    The average rent of an apartment in Palmer, AK is $1,723 per month. This is about 11% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Palmer, AK?
    The average rent of a house in Palmer, AK is $2,600 per month. This is about 35% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Palmer, AK?
    In the last year, the average rent in Palmer, AK was lowest in Nov 2025 when it was $1,550 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Palmer, AK?
    In the last year, the average rent in Palmer, AK was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $2,600 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Palmer, AK?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Palmer, AK is $1,250 per month. That is about $400 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Palmer, AK?
    There are 9 available rental listings in Palmer, AK.
  • What are some zip codes in Palmer, AK?
    Palmer, AK includes zip codes such as: 99645, 99674.
  • What are some cities near Palmer, AK?
    Some nearby cities include: Sutton, Chugiak, Wasilla, Eagle River, Houston. These cities may have more rental options to explore.