SOLD MAR 25, 2026

Last listed at $1,390,000, closed on mar 2026

$710,057

Land

•

50.45

acres (lot)

40444 Summer Star Rd, Homer, AK 99603

About this home

Garden Bench - A Rare Gem on East End Road Perched along East End Road, Garden Bench is a truly remarkable estate property, offering over 50 acres of breathtaking beauty. Once hayed for decades, this expansive land features unrivaled views of Kachemak Bay, the Homer Spit, and the glacier-capped Kenai Mountains. With ample space and flexibility, you can subdivide into a variety of parcel sizes or create your own private retreat, nestled in the heart of Alaska's stunning landscape. Whether you dream of a farm, a homestead, or a secluded getaway, this property is a rare find that offers both tranquility and opportunity. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Summer Star and come see it for yourself!

Vacant landProperty Type

50.45 acresLot Size

$14,074Price/Acres

Listed by Gina Pelaia • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alaska Realty

Bought with Mcki Blauvelt • Kachemak Real Estate Group Real Broker

Bought with Sharon Needham

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•Source:AKMLS #25-2562

Redfin Estimate

$710,057

$680K under list price of $1.39M

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This home's estimate is 0.6% higher than the average sale price ($706K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$285,000
A
Land— sq ft
56910 Bradley Ln, Homer, AK 99603
SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$619,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,500 sq ft
40055 Johnna Cir, Homer, AK 99603
SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$1,550,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths4,898 sq ft
2727 Kachemak Dr, Homer, AK 99603
SOLD OCT 28, 2026
$275,000
D
Studio— baths256 sq ft
54908 Wilshire Dr, Homer, AK 99603
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$1,195,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,303 sq ft
40772 Morning Star Rd, Homer, AK 99603
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$310,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft
40996 Woodman Ln, Homer, AK 99603

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Market trends in 99603, AK

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

96.7%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$442K

$55K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

New listings for sale

$875,000
9 beds4.5 baths5,709 sq ft
67201 Walter Thomas Rd, Homer, AK 99603
$550,000
Studio— baths1,792 sq ft
58770 Buds Ct, Homer, AK 99603
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$850,000
4 beds3 baths2,710 sq ft
4555 Craftsman Rd, Homer, AK 99603
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Sale history for 40444 Summer Star Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,209 (+0.9%)

$224,100 + $2,000

$226,100

2025

$2,190 (+133.3%)

$224,100 + $2,000

$226,100

2024

$939 (−52.3%)

$219,900 + $2,000

$221,900

2023

$1,969 (+2.2%)

$171,500 + $2,000

$173,500

2022

$1,927 (+23.3%)

$171,500

2021

$1,563 (+4.6%)

$163,300

2020

$1,494 (−3.6%)

$136,600

2019

$1,551

$136,600

2018

$1,551 (−28.1%)

$141,000

2017

$2,157 (+11.3%)

$199,700

2016

$1,937

$199,700

2015

$1,937

$179,400

2014

$1,937

$179,400

Tax history for 40444 Summer Star Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,209 (+0.9%)

$224,100 + $2,000

$226,100

2025

$2,190 (+133.3%)

$224,100 + $2,000

$226,100

2024

$939 (−52.3%)

$219,900 + $2,000

$221,900

2023

$1,969 (+2.2%)

$171,500 + $2,000

$173,500

2022

$1,927 (+23.3%)

$171,500

2021

$1,563 (+4.6%)

$163,300

2020

$1,494 (−3.6%)

$136,600

2019

$1,551

$136,600

2018

$1,551 (−28.1%)

$141,000

2017

$2,157 (+11.3%)

$199,700

2016

$1,937

$199,700

2015

$1,937

$179,400

2014

$1,937

$179,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

50.45 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Other

County

Kenai Peninsula Borough

APN

17406087

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.

Property details

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Total Baths: 0

Exterior

Property Information
Property Type: Land

Land Information
Possible Use: Farm, Residential, Recreational

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 50.45
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 2197602.0
Lot Size Acres: 50.45

Location

Elementary School
Elementary School: Paul Banks/Homer

Middle School
Middle Or Junior School: Homer

High School
High School: Homer

Location Information
Directions: From East End turn on Morning Star follow around to Summer Star and go up the driveway.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 50.45 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kenai Peninsula Borough
APN: 17406087

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

McNeil Canyon Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 6.9mi

9/10

Homer Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi

5/10

Homer High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi

9/10

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Home values near 40444 Summer Star Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
40523 Summer Star Road, Homer, AK 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3559 Sq. Ft.	$1,520,037
40589 Morning Star Road, Homer, AK 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1900 Sq. Ft.	$901,780
40665 Clayton Way, Homer, AK 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2665 Sq. Ft.	$630,677

Address	Redfin Estimate
40630 Morning Star Road, Homer, AK 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3134 Sq. Ft.	$1,021,260
40524 Clayton Way, Homer, AK 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2718 Sq. Ft.	$796,399
40460 Morning Star Road, Homer, AK 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3776 Sq. Ft.	$1,402,977

Address	Redfin Estimate
40570 Morning Star Road, Homer, AK 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2959 Sq. Ft.	$958,127
40670 China Poot Street, Homer, AK 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3338 Sq. Ft.	$761,864

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