$699,999
17690 E Idle Drive
Palmer, AK 99645
MLS# 25-6168
Status: Closed
7 beds  |  6 baths  |  3962 sqft


2 Homes on one property!
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2 Homes on one property! Driveway New garage added on. House 1 back Lots of room for parking and turn around. House 1. Built in 2023 Kitchen Bay Window Kitchen Kitchen and living area Deck. Upstairs Upstairs bathroom Upstairs bathroom Stairs to Basement Family Room Family Room Downstairs Downstairs Downstairs Downstairs Lots of storage Utility Room House 1 From basement Garage House 1 Garage House 1 Garage House 1 Garage House 1 Back of House 1 House 2 House 2 House 2 Entry Living Room Living Room Kitchen Kitchen Pantry Downstairs Bathroom Laundry Room Stairs Hallway Upstairs Primary Bedroom Primary bathroom Bedroom 3 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 2 House #2 Large Turnaround Driveway Potential Business Shed Connex

Property Description
Rare Opportunity: Dual Mountainside Homes on 2.57 Acres in Desirable Low-Wind Area Nestled in a sought-after, low-wind microclimate, this exceptional 2.57-acre property features two mountainside homes, offering a unique blend of homesteading potential and income-generating possibilities. Whether you're seeking a multi-family retreat, rental investment, or space to launch a home-based

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Contract Info
Foreclosure/Bank Own: No
Price-List: 699999
Date-Listing: 2025-05-23
Status: Closed
Location, Tax and Legal
Region: 1 - Southcentral Alaska Region
Borough/Census Area: 1D - Matanuska Susitna Borough
Grid # (Muni Anch): N/A
Tax Map #-Mat-Su: PA11
Legal: Lazy Acre Add #1 L03 B4
Taxes (Estimated): 8998.58
School-Elementary: Butte
School-Middle: Palmer
School-High: Palmer
Property Info
Realtor.com Type: Multi-Family
Construction Status: Existing Structure
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Total: 6
Bldgs-Ttl #: 2
Acres: 2.57
SF-Lot: 111949.2
Lot Area Source: Tax Authority
Year Remodeled: 2022
Year Updated: 2023
Zoning: UNK - Unknown (re: all MSB)
Garage Spaces: 5
Carport Spaces: 0
Prkg Spcs: 10
Beds: 7
Year Built: 1984
SF-Res: 3962
Number of Units: 2
Directions and Remarks
Directions: Palmer. R (East) on Arctic Avenue, L on E Smith, R on N Lazy Lane, R on E Idle Dr. Look for sign posted.
Multi-Family Type
Duplex: 1
To Show
ShowingTime: 1
Building Info
Units- # of 2 BR: 1
Units-# of 3 BR: 1
Listing Terms Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Exterior Finish
Log: 1
Wood: 1
Heating
Natural Gas: 1
Radiant: 1
Radiant Floor: 1
Wood: 1
Wood Stove: 1
Topography
Level: 1
Roof Type
Metal: 1
Construction Type
Wood Frame: 1
Foundation Type
Block: 1
View Type
Mountains: 1
Partial: 1
Wtrfrnt-Access Near
None: 1
Garage Type
Attached: 1
Detached: 1
Heated: 1
Wtrfrnt-Frontage
None: 1
Carport Type
None: 1
Flooring
Laminate: 1
Concrete: 1
Tile: 1
Sewer-Type
Septic Tank: 1
Water Source
Private: 1
Well: 1
Access Type
Dedicated Road: 1
Maintained: 1
Features-MultiFamily
Fixer-Upper: 1
Laundry Facility: 1
Shed: 1
Washer/Dryer: 1
RV Parking: 1
Docs Avl for Review
Prop Discl Available: 1
Sold Info
Date-Pending: 2025-07-31
Date-Closing: 2025-10-08
Location Tax and Legal
Area: PA - Palmer
Street #: 17690
Directional: E
Street Name: Idle
Arterial: Drive
Closest USPS Town: Palmer
State: AK
Zip Code: 99645
Property Features
Multi-Family Type: Duplex
Exterior Finish: Log; Wood
Roof Type: Metal
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Garage Type: Attached; Detached; Heated
Carport Type: None
Heating: Natural Gas; Radiant; Radiant Floor; Wood; Wood Stove
Sewer-Type: Septic Tank
Water Source: Private; Well
Access Type: Dedicated Road; Maintained
View Type: Mountains; Partial
Topography: Level
Wtrfrnt-Frontage: None
Wtrfrnt-Access Near: None
Features-MultiFamily: Fixer-Upper; Laundry Facility; Shed; Washer/Dryer; RV Parking
Flooring: Laminate; Concrete; Tile
To Show: ShowingTime
Docs Avl for Review: Prop Discl Available
Listing Terms Financing: Cash; Conventional
Supplements
business, this versatile duplex-style estate delivers. With two separate residences and ample room for expansion or commercial ventures, this is the ideal opportunity for the savvy investor or self-sufficient lifestyle seeker. Properties with this level of flexibility and natural beauty rarely come to marketdon't miss your chance to own a piece of mountain paradise. Charming Log Home with Modern Updates and Versatile Living Spaces The first home on the property, built in 1984, is a warm and inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom log home that blends rustic charm with practical living. This well-maintained residence offers abundant space and flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. -The main upper level includes two bedrooms and one full bathroom. One of the bedrooms features a private balcony overlooking the gardenideal for morning coffee or quiet reflectionwhile the second bedroom boasts a spacious walk-in closet. The upstairs kitchen features an open-concept layout and is equipped with brand-new Samsung appliances. -The lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and access to a full basement with newly finished concrete floors, perfect for a family room, game room, studio, or home office. The layout offers multiple options for guest accommodations, creative workspaces, or multigenerational living. Downstairs is also an oversized laundry room/storage space with new Maytag washer and dryer. -A new oversized two-car garage, added in 2023, includes in-floor heat ready, a direct staircase to the upstairs living room, and plumbing ready for a full bathroom, making it an ideal space for a future guest suite, workshop, or additional living area. This home provides a cozy retreat with modern potentialperfect for a growing family, remote work, or anyone seeking comfort and flexibility in a mountainside setting. Modern Two-Story Home with Detached 3-Car Garage and Additional Amenities Built in 2022, the second residence on the property is a beautifully designed two-story home offering 1,536 square feet of comfortable, modern living. This well-appointed home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, including a convenient laundry room and an open-concept living and dining area that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. -Efficient heating with both gas heat and a cozy wood stove -Thoughtful layout with spacious bedrooms and contemporary finishes -Large back deck, perfect for entertaining or enjoying the surrounding nature -Detached Garage & Additional Features: The property also includes a detached 18' x 40' 3-car garage equipped with electricity, in-floor heating, and water. Inside the garage is a fully functional kitchenette and a full bathroom, offering potential for a guest suite, workshop, or additional living space This home combines modern construction with functional extras, ideal for full-time living, multigenerational use, or rental income potential. Turnkey Licensed Cultivation Business with Scenic Privacy and Prime Location Additional property features include: -An insulated well house with heat, electricity, and water -A wood shed and Connex container for added storage and utility -A sparsely wooded yard offering filtered views of Lazy Mountain, Matanuska Peak, & Pioneer Peak. -Nature lovers will appreciate the regular visits from moose and grouse, along with mature lilac and thriving rhubarb plants. The gentle rustling of birds in the birch trees enhances the sense of privacy and serenity. -Located near Lazy Mountain, this property provides convenient access to some of the Mat-Su Valley's top recreational areas, including Hatcher Pass, Jim Creek, horse trails, and the Butte hiking trail. Property is being sold as-is.

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Listing Office: RE/MAX Dynamic Properties Mat-Su Branch

Last Updated: October - 10 - 2025

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