Soldotna Real Estate

Sterling

                The community of Sterling is located just 10 miles away from the City of Soldotna and 29 miles away from the City of Kenai. Sterling has a total population of 5,045 people. In 1947 when Sterling was first opened for settlement it was called Naptowne. Sterling is a very popular place in the summer and is full of tourists that have an interest in sport fishing and hunting. Visitors can book guided fishing adventures and hunting trips. There are even cabins in Sterling that are available for rent; some are even within walking distance of the Kenai River. The Isaac Walton State campground is just one of the many campgrounds in the vicinity. The Isaac Walton State campground sits right at the junction of the Moose River and Kenai River and has tables, toilet facilities and a boat ramp for its guests. There are also numerous places for people in the area who want to explore the water to go canoeing. 

                The Moose River is located in the center of Sterling and is known for frequent sightings of moose. The Moose River is also a great birding area for migratory swans and sand hill cranes. The river is also one of the exits of the Swan Lake/Swanson River canoe trail system.

                The small rural town of Sterling has great river access points to the famous Kenai River at Bing’s Landing State Recreational Park, Isaac Walton State Park and Morgan’s Landing State Park. The best kept local secret of Sterling is the Swan Lake/Swanson River Canoe trail system and public campgrounds. You can enjoy a day of just paddling around on the lakes or turn into a multi-day trip by looping all the way through the Moose River. There are several businesses in Sterling that specialize in canoe trips whether you just want to go for the day or for multi-day trips there are also canoe rentals too so you can go out and enjoy the peaceful and beautiful area alone.

                Sterling is a great place that is able to accommodate all tourists. There are many local businesses spread out all throughout Sterling that include lodges, fish guides, flying services, RV parks, laundromat, cafes, gas stations, US Post Office, tackle shops, hair salon, bar, and antler carving shops.

                Skilak Lake Loop road is just 10 miles east of Sterling and has Jim’s Landing which is a favorite spot to launch rafts for the Kenai River rapids canyon run and ends up in Skilak Lake. There is also a Lower Skilak boat launch and campground there too along with Hidden Lake campground (a local favorite).

                There is an endless number of hiking trails between Sterling and Cooper Landing. Skyline Trail and Fuller Lakes Trail are the most popular trails to hike. There is also the Skilak Lookout Trail, Hideout Trail, Kenai River Trail and Hideout Trail is also popular trails. The Russian Lakes Trail goes down to the lower Russian Lake and is handicap-accessible and mountain bike easy. The Resurrection Trail takes hikers from Sterling all the way to Hope and has several forest service cabins along the way.

                There is only one school out in Sterling and it is in the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, the rest of the schools that people in Sterling attend are in the City of Soldotna. Sterling Elementary School is a public school that serves grades PK-6. Sterling Elementary received a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. Soldotna Middle school is a public school that serves grades 7-8. Soldotna Middle received a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. Soldotna High School is the closest high school to Sterling. Soldotna High serves grades 9-12 and received a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 10 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.