This adorable cottage is tucked away on just over 2 private acres, offering peace, privacy, and the perfect Alaska retreat - just 15 minutes from the Homer Spit. Featuring 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, this cozy home is ideal for those seeking a simpler lifestyle or weekend getaway. With no CCRs, you'll enjoy the freedom to make the property your own.The home is served by a spring-fed water source.
For sale
Price cut: $61K (8/26)
$198,000
40854 Ruth Way, Homer, AK 99603
1beds
672sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2022
2.09 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$295/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy home
- 98 days
- 1,709
- 91
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Becky Turkington,
Kachemak Real Estate Group Real Broker,
Valerie Buss,
Kachemak Real Estate Group Real Broker
Source: AKMLS,MLS#: 26-6220
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace, Oil, Other
Features
- BR/BA Primary on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 672
- Total interior livable area: 672 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, No Carport
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
- Waterfront features: None, No Access
Lot
- Size: 2.09 Acres
- Topography: Level,Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 17352038
- Zoning: UNZ
- Zoning description: Not Zoned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Spring
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Homer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $295/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $188,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,863
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,322/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $198,000-23.6%$295/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,000-13.4%$385/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Listing removed | $299,000$445/sqft |
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| 3/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,000$445/sqft |
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| 3/1/2025 | Listing removed | $299,000$445/sqft |
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| 9/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $299,000+12.8%$445/sqft |
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| 5/7/2024 | Listing removed | $265,000$394/sqft |
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| 3/12/2024 | Price change | $265,000-10.2%$394/sqft |
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| 3/4/2024 | Pending sale | $295,000$439/sqft |
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| 1/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $295,000$439/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,863 -1.9% | $188,800 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $1,900 +11.8% | $175,600 +18.6% |
| 2023 | $1,699 +215.1% | $148,000 +223.9% |
| 2022 | $539 +8.6% | $45,700 +5.3% |
| 2021 | $497 +4.6% | $43,400 |
| 2020 | $475 | $43,400 -3.3% |
| 2019 | $475 -3.9% | $44,900 |
| 2018 | $494 | $44,900 +21% |
| 2017 | $494 +87.6% | $37,100 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $263 | $33,600 |
| 2015 | $263 | $33,600 |
| 2014 | $263 | $33,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $33,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $33,600 +33.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $25,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $25,200 +5.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $23,900 +29.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $18,400 |
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Neighborhood: 99603
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Paul Banks/Homer
- Middle: Homer
- High: Homer
Source: AKMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





