Buying a Home in Palmer, Alaska

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Palmer is located in Matanuska-Susitna Borough County

Population: 2,866

Palmer is located in the center of the lush farmlands of the Matanuska Valley, 42 miles northeast of Anchorage on the Glenn Highway.

Palmer is the seat of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough which spans 23,000 square miles. Mat-Su is the link between Alaska's two largest cities, Anchorage to the south and Fairbanks to the north. It's truly Alaska's gateway to Denali National Park.

Surrounded by Alaska's rich history and lore, Palmer is a quiet town which draws visitors from around the world to explore the area attractions. While in Palmer, visit Hatcher Pass Recreation Area and explore Independence Mine, hike countless trails to glaciers, up rugged mountains, picnic beside a rushing river.

Palmer, its everywhere you want to be.

Transportation
Palmer lies on the Glenn Highway. Commercial airlines serve the Anchorage International Airport, but the Palmer Municipal Airport supports private and chartered services. The Alaska Railroad connects Palmer to Whittier, Seward or Anchorage for ocean freight delivery.

Palmer is home of the Alaska State Fair and is steeped in Alaska history. Where record size vegetables, museum and simple frontier buildings tell the tale of the struggles and success of a farm and mining community.

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