Palmer is a small town. Most people drive right through it on their way to other Alaska destinations. Or, they only come for the State Fair which is right off the Glenn highway. There’s not much to Palmer, or so they think. But of course there’s more than meets the eye.
As small towns go, Palmer is a wonderful place to live and raise a family. As Realtors who live here, too, we’d like to introduce you to some of the great neighborhoods in Palmer that you don’t see if you’re just a-passin’ through.
The first thing you'll notice is that Palmer is incredibly scenic with towering mountains in every direction. Whether you currently live in the city of Anchorage or are moving to Alaska from a place south of Canada, you might want to consider Palmer if you’re looking for the country life. Palmer still retains some of the characteristics of its 1930's and 40's farming roots. It has a dairy farm, and many open fields growing vegetables and hay. It's main business district has only five signal lights with not a single parking meter in sight.
As you take in the surroundings, it will become obvious that there's plenty of room to spread out here. If you’re looking for a home on a larger lot or perhaps a subdivision where houses are not so close together that you can see what you’re next door neighbor is watching on TV, you've got some options. Here are a few of the great neighborhoods in Palmer that are attractive, peaceful and offer a wide range of properties.
SOUTH OF PALMER:
One of those satellite neighborhoods is nestled above the city Palmer on Lazy Mountain. Wooded lots offer privacy and a sense of solitude. Lazy Mountain itself offers hiking and horseback trails.
Further South, about 15 miles outside of Palmer is the even smaller community of Butte where houses are surrounded by a 180 degree view of the mountains. Butte is actually named for a small, 881 ft mound of rock called "The Butte" that offers a spectacular day hike for families. Down below is William's Reindeer Farm.
EAST OF PALMER:
Other satellite neighborhoods that might appeal to you are directly East of Palmer, just 10 minutes or so up the Glenn highway. Turn onto Palmer-Fishhook. This road breezes through more swaths of farmland and eventually leads to Hatcher Pass and Independence Mine State Recreational Area. A couple of miles beyond Palmer-Fishhook just off the highway is Farm Loop Road, named after the numerous small farms established long ago.
We might add that it's quite common for homes in Palmer to have a barn, storage shed or detached workshop on the property considering the area's agricultural history.
WRAPPING IT UP
Finally, our best advice is come on out for the day! Tool around Palmer, take a drive up Lazy Mountain, venture down the side streets that you'll never see if you're just a-passin' through. Then stop in downtown Palmer for a bite of lunch or an early supper before heading back home. Please give us a call (907) 746-HOME if we can be of any assistance to you. We live here, too and are happy to answer any questions you may have about life in Palmer.
