0 Papa Bear Lake, Talkeetna, AK, 99676
About This Home
Escape to your own Alaskan retreat on nearly 5 acres of pristine waterfront on coveted Papa Bear Lake. Surrounded by state land on two sides and the last lot before Fish Creek, this rare property offers exceptional privacy and direct access to great fishing! The property features a charming 12x16 log cabin and a hand-dug well. Great start for a weekend getaway!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Materials
- Foundation: Unknown - BTV
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Log,Log Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
Features
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating
- Heating features: Wood Stove
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 192
- Total interior livable area: 192 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1320000T00A
- Zoning: UNZ
- Zoning description: Not Zoned-all MSB but Palmer/Wasilla/Houston
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front,Lake Privileges
- Waterbody name: Papa Bear Lake
- Topography of land: Level
Lot
- Lot size: 4.98 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage,No Carport
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 | $176 | $2,112 |
| Home Insurance | $18 | $216 |
| Property Taxes | $26 | $312 |
| Electricity | $318 | $3,820 |
| Total | $538 | $6,456 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | Listed for sale | $35,000 |
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