1649 Bannister Drive is being offered for sale for the first time since 1967. Located in Rogers Park, one of Anchorage's most established neighborhoods, and on one of the city's most sought-after streets, this bluff home features 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 5,526 square feet of living space. The house, built the year Alaska became a state, has a mid-century American vibe, with (see 'More')hardwood floors, spacious rooms, and giant windows overlooking the family garden and forest. The nearly one-acre lot backs up to the Chester Creek Greenbelt and is frequently visited by wildlife. It offers easy access to the bike trail, hospitals, and the university. This home has multiple gathering spaces including the living room, a huge family room, a basement rec room, a library, and a sunroom. An oversized, 2-car, attached garage and an arctic entry are convenient for the long winters. The master suite is on the third level and has high ceilings, a skylight in the bathroom, a large walk-in closet, and a private deck facing east with stunning panoramic views of the Chugach Range. The master bedroom has an adjoining room with high ceilings, enormous windows, and a huge deck facing south; this room is ideal for an office or year-round greenhouse.

This is an estate sale. The property is being sold as is; the seller will not make any repairs. That said, the seller has spent the last year making improvements and the property is in excellent shape. Square footage of 5,526 per recent appraiser measurements. Should there be an appraisal, the buyer will upfront the cost to be reimbursed at closing. Verification of funds or lender letter to be submitted with all offers.