




40035 Fernwood Dr, Homer, AK, 99603
About This Home
Homer Bench property with expansive views of Kachemak Bay. Includes a 3-bed, 1.5-bath main home (1,421 sqft) plus detached 2-bed, 1-bath unit (884 sqft) above a heated 2-car garage. Currently, two separate long-term rentals; tenants pay utilities = low operating costs. Instant cash flow + room for growth. Options abound including owner occupancy, multi-generational living, or investment.Perched on the Homer Bench with wide-open views of the Homer Spit, Kachemak Bay, and the surrounding mountains and glaciers, this property offers a rare mix of scenery and flexibility. The setup includes two separate living spaces: a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath main home and an apartment over a large two-car garage. Both units have been rented long term, with tenants paying their own utilities, keeping operating costs low. One unit will be available in the coming months, making this a strong option for an owner-occupant who wants help offsetting expenses, or for someone continuing it as a long-term rental property. The garage provides generous storage or parking, with additional on-site parking available. This is a location people actively look for paired with a property that offers real-world flexibility for how you live or invest in Homer.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Slab
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Block,Frame
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2016
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Washer/Dryer HkUp
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Heating features: Baseboard,Floor Furnace,Oil,Wood Stove
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,305
- Total interior livable area: 2,305 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 17438017
- Zoning: UNZ
- Zoning description: Not Zoned
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay,Glacier,Ocean,Unobstructed
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
- Waterfront features: No Access,None
- Topography of land: Sloping
Lot
- Lot size: 1.08 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Carport,Heated Garage,Tuck Under
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered 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
- Earthquake
- Winter Weather
- Landslide
- Wildfire
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Kenai Peninsula 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 | $2,604 | $31,248 |
| Home Insurance | $168 | $2,016 |
| Property Taxes | $421 | $5,052 |
| Electricity | $384 | $4,610 |
| Total | $3,577 | $42,924 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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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
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-20 | Listed for sale | $525,000 |
