Residential Land for Sale in Fairbanks, Alaska

This 6.5-acre wooded property in the Fairbanks North Star Borough offers sloped hillside terrain with full native tree cover, RE-4 Rural Estate zoning permitting homes, manufactured homes, cabins, and guest houses, and Fairbanks within 30 minutes near Fox.

Flexible private financing options available!

The property sits on Simpson Way in the Olnes East subdivision north of Fox, accessed via At Your Own Risk Road from the Elliott Highway. The land slopes from approximately 984 feet near the access point down to around 855 feet at the lower end, creating a hillside profile with natural shape and character. Tall native trees with full green canopy overhead let sunlight filter through the understory in classic Interior Alaska fashion, while surrounding hills carry the same wooded cover as far as the eye can see. 4WD is recommended for access.

RE-4 Rural Estate zoning with Mobile Home Subdivision overlay provides a genuine residential framework. Single-family and two-family homes are permitted, manufactured homes are allowed, tiny homes and small cabins are permitted with applicable borough permitting, and a guest house is allowed provided it remains smaller than the primary residence. Short-term rentals are currently allowed though borough ordinances are under review. RV residency is not permitted, though temporary use during active construction with valid permit may be available. Camping is not allowed. No minimum build size exists. No HOA governs the property.

Well drilling is required for water. Septic installation requires the full process including application, soil report, and system plans through the borough. Electric is not currently on the property, and buyers should contact Golden Valley Electric Association directly to confirm availability and extension costs. Propane is the typical gas source for rural properties in this part of the borough. Annual property taxes run approximately $151.78. The property sits outside FEMA flood zones.

Located approximately 14 minutes from Fox, 30 minutes from Fairbanks proper (putting Fred Meyer, UAF, Fort Wainwright, healthcare, and city services within daily reach), and 45 minutes from North Pole, the property balances wild Interior Alaska character with practical access. The surrounding area draws buyers who want wooded hillsides, open skies, northern lights, long summer daylight, and winter trail access. Nearby attractions include Lower Chatanika State Recreation Area approximately 10 minutes away, Gold Dredge 8, the Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point, Pioneer Park, Museum of the North, and Creamer's Field, with some of the most accessible aurora viewing in the state.

Contact us today to learn about owner financing options at 20-25% down and discover how this wooded Fairbanks-area property offers Interior Alaska hillside living with real residential zoning and room to build your vision!