Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Chugiak

Affordability in Chugiak, AK

Median rent, median household income, and renter share data are not available for Chugiak at this time. Lease Lantern currently tracks 1 affordable housing property with 20 income-based units in this community.

Safety

Chugiak is a small community, and no local violent crime rate figure is available in FBI Crime Data Explorer for this area. Prospective renters are encouraged to review Alaska state and Anchorage Police Department public safety resources for broader regional context.

Of the 1 HUD-assisted property in Chugiak included in this data, 1 received an Excellent HUD inspection score, with an average score of 90. High inspection scores reflect well-maintained building conditions, which can be one factor in overall resident safety and livability.

Flood risk data shows that while the property here has been mapped by FEMA, none of the units fall within a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Chugiak

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Chugiak scores 33 out of 100 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 0 for transit (No Nearby Transit), and 34 for bikeability. Residents should plan on having access to a personal vehicle for most errands and commutes.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 3 schools across 1 district serve Chugiak, including 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Chugiak, AK

Chugiak is a small community with limited affordable housing inventory. No median household income figure is available in our current data, but Alaska generally carries a higher cost of living than the national average, making income-restricted housing an important resource for local renters.

• HUD-assisted buildings: 1
• Total affordable units: 20

With only 20 income-restricted units across 1 property, availability in Chugiak is very limited. Renters who qualify should act quickly when openings arise, and may also want to explore nearby communities for additional options.

Environment & Flood Risk

Of the 1 HUD-assisted property in Chugiak, 1 has been mapped to a FEMA flood zone, but none fall within a high-risk flood area, according to flood mapping data.