Explore the Area
Bear Tooth GrillRestaurants
Alaska Sausage & SeafoodGroceries
Kaladi Brothers CoffeeCafes
Title Wave BooksShopping
Bear Tooth TheatrepubArts and Entertainment
The Alaska Club WestFitness
Spenard RoadhouseRestaurants
CarrsGroceries
Organic Oasis Restaurant & Juice BarCafes
House of Harley-Davidson AlaskaShopping
Alaska Aviation MuseumArts and Entertainment
Old Hermit ParkFitness
Ray's PlaceRestaurants
Mexico LindoGroceries
The Fancy MooseNightlife
Middle Way CafeCafes
Holiday StationstoresShopping
Avalanche Escape Room LLCArts and Entertainment
Northwood ParkFitness
Brown Jug SpenardGroceries
PipersNightlife
StarbucksCafes
Once Upon A ChildShopping
Billiard PalaceArts and Entertainment
Roads Go Ever Ever OnFitness
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What Locals Say about Spenard
At least 67 Trulia users voted on each feature.
80 % Say it's dog friendly
77 % Say parking is easy
77 % Say car is needed
74 % Say there's holiday spirit
71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
65 % Say there's wildlife
62 % Say yards are well-kept
59 % Say kids play outside
52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
49 % Say there are sidewalks
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say streets are well-lit
39 % Say people would walk alone at night
38 % Say it's quiet
28 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
21 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
- Anita Johnson
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Spenard is slowly getting better but is a mixed community so still have to be careful. Love midtown!"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"It's close to everything you need- grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, parks, schools, salons, and the airport."
2Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"not bad of a drive in the summer.. sometimes kind of slick during winter.. but all in all its a good neighborhood"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 4y ago
"Safe neighborhoods from anything including dogs being on leashes and it dont really go out. But surely safe parks for childrens "
1Flag - Sydneycain907
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Spenard is quirky. Fish Creek Park trail is nice and has just been redone. There are many rough spots along the actual Spenard road but most neighborhoods are pretty safe. Lots of families and kids."
1Flag - Mekayla T.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"There are a lot of owners who choose not to put leashes on their dogs. The area is full of vagrants and drunkards. Police sirens are heard from open windows at night, causing dogs to bark."
1Flag - Salima J.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"decent place to live for a decent price, like any other neighborhood you have to make safe decisions 😉 "
1Flag - Matrona F.
- Prev. Resident
- 6y ago
"that this is a nice neighborhood with a bad reputation. yes there is bums, hookers and drugs in this area but its really on one street and as long as I lived here I've learned that you wont really effect your home if you dont involve yourself.."
10Flag - Arctickat
- Resident
- 7y ago
"I have lived here for seven years. crime is somewhat a problem. you have to keep things locked up. we walk with dogs so there is minimal danger from the homeless population. while this is a fairly nice neighborhood there are bad elements.; "
18Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 7y ago
"I appreciate having a walkable distance to a classic restaurant, a bookstore & cafe, an elementary school and a rec center in this neighborhood!"
3Flag - Trinalaskan
- Visitor
- 7y ago
"Too dangerous to walk your dogs. The crime level has increased tremendously in this area and I will not feel safe walking animals or kids. "
3Flag - Sophielittee
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Friendly neighbors, great access to midtown, close to down town and coastal trail. Eclectic and artistic. Great community with fun gatherings."
5Flag - Rnlmeers
- Resident
- 8y ago
"I’ve lived in the same house for 25 years. Other residences are multi units and people transition frequently. "
4Flag - Cajones823
- 12y ago
"We live in Mid-town and it truly is the perfect location, 15 mins from EVERYTHING!"
6Flag
Schools
- Northwood ABC Elementary School
- PK-6
- Public
- 281 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNorthwood is a truly wonderful school. My son is in their special education Pre-K program, and they’re so supportive. When looking for a school, I didn’t want him to be expected to change to fit the environment. I wanted the environment to support his growth. I’ve found that here. They spend time figuring out what works best for each kiddo to help them meet their full potential. They even have a sensory room that was put together with the help of an occupational therapist for kids that need a break. My son’s teachers have always been nothing short of amazing. They communicate with me about his progress and if he needs help with something in particular, and while of course teaching is their priority they never put that over the well-being of their students. I wish I went here when I was a child, instead of being bullied by my 1st grade teacher lol. Northwood has a community and environment unlike anything I’ve ever seen at a school and it makes me so happy that my son goes here.Parent Review3y ago5 Reviews - Willow Crest Elementary School
- PK-6
- Public
- 284 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAm in the adoption process of a youngster who has suffered some neglect and required an individual education plan - but has come around with the patient support and great expectation of the teachers and staff at Willow Crest School! To go from behaving like a misfit to proud to be a first grader and looking forward to second grade has been an outstanding accomplishment on behalf of the child and all of the supportive staff!Parent Review12y ago2 Reviews - Anchorage Montessori School
- PK-5
- Private
- 179 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageBoth of my girls attend school at AMS and we couldn’t be happier with the social emotional opportunities, academics, and high quality compassionate, good natured and hard working teachers.Parent Review2y ago16 Reviews
Homes in Spenard
- United Country Real Estate Alaskan Properties
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- Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group
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