Soldotna Real Estate

Nikiski

                Nikiski is located just 9 miles north of the City of Kenai. Nikiski has a total population of 4,639 people. The total area of Nikiski is 76.2 square miles.

                When the area that Nikiski is in was homesteaded in the 1940s it was traditionally in Kenaitze Indian territory. The territory grew rapidly with the discovery of oil on the Kenai Peninsula in 1957. Unocal, Phillips 66, Chevron and Tesoro were there oil-related industries located in Nikiski by 1964.

                Nikiski is the site of a Tesoro Alaska oil refinery. Crude Oil from the Cook Inlet and the North Slope is processed into jet fuel, gasoline and diesel. Nikiski is home to a natural gas to liquid fuel pilot plant that BP has constructed. The fertilizer plant is ran by Agrium, Inc. and employs 500 residents and produces 1 million tons of urea and 600,000 tons of ammonia annually. The other ways that residents find employment is through timber, commercial and sport fishing, government, retail businesses and tourism-related services. There are 56 residents in Nikiski that hold commercial fishing permits.

                The City of Kenai is only minutes away and offers an airport and docking facilities. The Port Nikiski docks service offshore drilling platforms. Shell Oil Company owns two private airstrips in Nikiski. The City of Kenai offers plenty of things to do for those heading out to Nikiski. In Kenai there is the Kenai Recreation Center, a movie theatre and a bowling alley.

                One of the benefits of living in Nikiski is the Nikiski Swimming Pool. The cost of admissions is $4 for adults, $2 for senior citizens, and kids get in free if you are a Nikiski resident. The pool is great for people who are looking to do lap swimming; it has 6 lanes that are 25 yards each. The pool depth ranges from 1 foot to 10 feet. There is a great kiddy pool for the younger kids that range from 1 to 3 feet. There is a deep end that is 10 feet and has a diving board. There is even a fun water slide for people of all ages to enjoy. There is even a hot tub for those who are just looking for sit back and relax while the kids are out playing. The men’s and women’s locker rooms are both equipped with bathrooms, showers and lockers for visitors to use.

                There are two schools in Nikiski and both are part of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Parents can send their child to Nikiski North Star Elementary School. Nikiski North Star is a public school that serves grades PK-6. Nikiski North Star received a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The other school out in Nikiski is Nikiski Middle/Senior High School. Nikiski Middle/Senior High is a public school that serves grades 7-12. Nikiski Middle/Senior High received a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10.



Kenai Peninsula Real Estate

Kenai Peninsula & Soldotna Real Estate

Buying or selling a home is often an adventurous and complex affair. It can also end up being a time-consuming, costly and even disappointing event if the buyer or seller is not familiar with all aspects of the process or doesn’t possess the best resources and information necessary at hand.

Chris Druesedow of Kenai Peninsula Real Estate offers unparalleled expertise and service to all clients looking to buy or sell Kenai real estate property. Your complete success and satisfaction, along with his representation and service is his number one priority. They service the entire Kenai and Soldotna real estate area and its surrounding communities.

You’ll find Kenai real estate smack on the western part of the Kenai Peninsula coast, which also sits on the boundary of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. It’s about a thirty minute plane trip from southwest Anchorage, Alaska. Approximately ninety percent of the area is wilderness, so it is full of breathtaking scenery, superb fishing and abundant wildlife of all that the North has to offer; truly an ideal location for outdoor types and nature-lovers.

Kenai has a rather prolific history and booming real estate market, as it is known worldwide for its oil, natural gas, ever-growing tourism and flourishing fishing industry, both commercial and private. The Borough has forty-four schools, all of which distinguish themselves with high standards and national ratings, with an impressive teacher/student ratio. The University of Alaska also manages the Kenai Peninsula Community College. Fishing and tourism services, as well as civil service, schools and various other city office positions make up the major employment opportunities in the community.

Soldotna real estate is located in the Kenai Peninsula, and is a bit rural, with the Kenai River as its natural emblem that flows right through the center of town, which makes it another must fishing spot for those hoping to snag a record breaking prize. Aside from excellent fishing, there are a slew of other outdoor activity to take part in, such as hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, rafting and skiing. There is also a town golf course, a children’s park, swimming pools and movie theaters.

Located right on the banks of the river, the Soldotna Visitors Center is an excellent facility to gather information about local attractions and events and things to do in the area, such as the Soldotna Sports Center, where various sporting events take place, the Soldotna Historical Museum and the Centennial Park, where campsites are located, as well as nearby rodeos, baseball and softball events, hokey, ice skating and an assortment of other events and activities.

While there are a vast array of properties of many types available throughout Alaska, Chris Druesedow uses his knowledge, expertise and intuition to find his clients the perfect home at the perfect price. Depending on preference and need, the professionals at Kenai Peninsula Real Estate will not only help prospective buyers find both traditional and hard-to-find properties that are desirable and that meet their precise specifications, but help sellers, looking to sell their existing property, find the best value. Just some of the types of real estate property they specialize in include:

• Investment property
• Foreclosure
• Short sales
• Lease to own
• Condos
• Vacation property
• Lakeside property
• Waterfront property

These types of properties are displayed at Chris Druesedow’s site, with some of the best information and tools at his disposal. He will provide detailed information on all types of Kenai and Soldotna real estate and properties for sale. Find the latest news and what’s going on in the current real estate market, with blogs that provide fresh news on market activity.

Whether you’re new to the Kenai Peninsula and considering buying a home on the spectacular Kenai River, a resident buying additional property, a first time buyer or selling property, the professionals at Kenai Peninsula Real Estate have lived here for years and know the area inside and out. They understand and abide by a code of ethics, professionalism and integrity. Call or email Chris Druesedow for more information on your next Soldotna or Kenai real estate property transaction.