47141 S Merlin Dr, Talkeetna, AK, 99676
About This Home
Inviting, furnished log home and garage with additional living space above it on a large, landscaped lot! The main house has vaulted ceilings, the main floor features the living, kitchen, bath and laundry and an open loft upstairs is the bedroom. The detached heated garage has plenty of room for parking or toys and additional living above complete with a bathroom! The front of the garage hasa massive concrete pad, the gravel driveway is lined with wild Iris and the open yard is private yet open to really take in the outdoors. Just down the road is a private neighborhood launch into a braid off the Susitna River for boat enthusiasts looking for easy access to more adventure or perhaps a river cabin. Enjoy hunting, fishing, off-roading and snowmachining right from the house! This is one you must see. Most furnishings will remain with the property. Square footage includes both the main house and ADU.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Slab,Sono Tubes
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Log,Frame,Log Siding,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Chalet/A-Frame
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Washer &/Or Dryer Hookup
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Laminate Counters,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Storage
- Window features: Window Coverings
- Flooring: Carpet,Linoleum
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating
- Heating features: Electric,Floor Furnace,Oil
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5843B03L027
- Zoning: RES
- Zoning description: Residential (Unofficial)
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck/Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Waterfront features: Waterfront Access,None,River Access
- Waterbody name: Susitna River
- Topography of land: Level
Lot
- Lot size: 1.35 Acres
- Features: Covenant/Restriction,Fire Service Area,Landscaped,Road Service Area
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener,RV Access/Parking,Detached,Heated Garage,Detached Carport
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 3
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Avalanche
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Landslide
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Matanuska-Susitna Borough and Alaska
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,769 | $21,228 |
| Home Insurance | $189 | $2,268 |
| Property Taxes | $262 | $3,144 |
| Electricity | $318 | $3,820 |
| Total | $2,538 | $30,456 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Listed for sale | $350,000 |
| 2011-07-13 | Sold | -- |
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