#25-6718, Listing office: Chugach Properties
Property details
About 515 Vail Dr
Welcome to your Alaskan retreat—where thoughtful design, comfort, and natural beauty come together in the heart of Girdwood. This beautifully updated home offers the perfect balance of privacy, convenience, and year-round adventure. Nearly the entire property has been renovated or newly constructed over the past four years, combining modern finishes with timeless mountain charm. Inside, you'll.. find radiant heated bathroom floors, deep soaking bathtubs perfect for winding down after a day on the trails, and tranquil creekside views from multiple rooms and decks. Step outside to a backyard sanctuarycomplete with two hand-built bridges crossing a peaceful creek and leading to open green space and trails. In the summer, enjoy a bounty of berries including blueberries, salmonberries, and highbush cranberries right in your yard. Sunny days and snowy nights alike are best spent around the fire pit or relaxing on the expansive deck above the garage, where panoramic views of Penguin Ridge and Raggedtop Mountain steal the show. A dedicated spigot with both hot and cold water on the front of the house makes it easy to rinse off vehicles, gear, or muddy pups after a day of exploring. The home also features a private, well-appointed suite space above the garage, complete with a separate entrance and a covered wraparound deckperfect for guests, rental potential, additional living space or the 4th bedroom With walking access to some of Girdwood's most beloved trails, including Virgin Creek Falls, Max's Mountain, and the Old Wagon Trail, this property invites you to live close to nature without sacrificing comfort or convenience. Whether you're soaking up the morning sun on the deck, listening to the creek below, or reading by candlelight in the deep soaking bathtubs, every corner of this home is designed for peaceful, inspired living. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated home. Too many upgrades to mention, see list under documents.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Oven, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Pantry, Window Treatment(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Waterfront: Waterfront
- View: Mountain(s)
- Exterior: Covenant/Restriction, DSL/Cable Available, Fire Service Area, In City Limits, Road Service Area, View
- Heating: Natural Gas, Other
- List Price: $1,275,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,076
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Alyeska Hwy, R on Timberline, L on Vail, home on left.
- Year Built: 1983
- Lot Size: 0.35 Acres
- MLS Number: 25-9626
- MLS Name: Alaska Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: Ski To Sea Properties LLC
- Office Phone: (907) 783-3493
- Office Email: erineker@gmail.com
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $730,000 | $8,076 |
2023 | $531,000 | $6,669 |
2022 | $512,800 | $5,743 |
2021 | $454,500 | $6,176 |
2020 | $398,600 | $2,338 |
2019 | $395,200 | $2,338 |
2018 | $383,700 | $2,338 |
2017 | $378,600 | $2,569 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Bear Valley Elementary School
Public District PK-6
22.8 mi
•15001 Mountain Air Dr
9
O'Malley Elementary School
Public District PK-6
24.4 mi
•11100 Rockridge Dr
9
Huffman Elementary School
Public District PK-6
25.3 mi
•12000 Lorraine St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,108. The majority of Girdwood, AK residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 515 Vail Dr
The listing price of 515 Vail Dr property is $1,275,000.
The property 515 Vail Dr is a house located in Girdwood, Alaska, 99587.
Coming Soon: 515 Vail Dr is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 515 Vail Dr are: Bear Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), O'Malley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Huffman Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Girdwood PreK-8 (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Goldenview Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Anchorage Stream Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hope School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), South High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Service High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,076 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 515 Vail Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The year of construction for 515 Vail Dr is 1983.
This home is located at 515 Vail Dr in Girdwood, AK and zip code 99587. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,275,000.
Between May and June 2025, Girdwood, AK real estate market has seen no change in the number of listings . Listings spent 65 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $772,000 during the same period.