44152 Sterling Hwy FOR SALE
44152 Sterling Highway Aerial View over Soldotna Alaska
Front elevation of 44152 Sterling Highway
Sunlit commercial showroom interior
Orthomosaic site boundary survey
44152 Sterling Highway · Soldotna, Alaska 99669
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1.58 Acres of Commercial Property on Sterling Highway

$1,600,000 Alaska MLS #26-10612 Active Commercial Offering

High-visibility commercial offering in the heart of Soldotna, directly across from Soldotna Creek Park on the Sterling Highway commercial corridor.

Total Land 1.58 Acres 68,825 SF Lot
Zoning C-Commercial City of Soldotna
Road Access Paved Highway Govt-Maintained
Utilities Public Water & Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Radiant System
Offering Price $1,600,000 MLS #26-10612
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Overlook of Sterling Hwy Corridor
Listed by Vest & Lervig Real Estate Team · Elite Real Estate Group (Soldotna Branch)
Direct: (907) 953-9268 · Office: (907) 262-3734
Property Video Presentation

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Explore 44152 Sterling Highway through four chapters covering property fundamentals, corridor positioning, commercial possibilities, and advisory representation.

Chapter 1 The Asset & Offering 0:43

Property Fundamentals & Grounds

An overview of 44152 Sterling Highway: 1.58 acres (68,824.8 SF), Sterling Highway arterial frontage, existing 1,984 SF commercial structure, paved on-site parking, and $1,600,000 list price (MLS #26-10612).

Key Takeaways:

  • 1.58 acres (68,824.8 SF) on the primary Kenai Peninsula highway
  • Offered at $1,600,000 (Alaska MLS #26-10612)
  • Ready for owner-occupancy, leasing, or expansion
Call Forrest Vest: (907) 953-9268
Official Parcel Boundary & Survey

1.58-Acre Commercial Site & Boundary Plat

Top-down orthomosaic survey detailing the 1.58-acre (68,824.8 SF) parcel boundary, direct Sterling Highway exposure, 1,984 SF building footprint, and rear development depth. Tap any glowing pin on the map to explore site features.

44152 Sterling Highway Top-Down Orthomosaic Boundary Plat Map
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Sterling Highway Commercial Corridor
1.58 Acres · 68,824.8 SF
Hotspot Feature
Interactive Hotspot

Sterling Highway Exposure

High-visibility commercial corridor exposure along Sterling Highway (Milepost 94.5) with government-maintained paved road access.

Site Specifications & Dimensions

Total Lot Area: 1.58 Acres (68,824.8 SF)
KPB Tax Parcel ID: 06018031
Road Access: Government-Maintained / Paved
Building Size: 1,984 SF Existing Structure
Construction: Block / Concrete / Masonry
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Zoning Classification: C – Commercial (SMC 17.10.265)
Full Legal Description: Soldotna Junction 2012 Replat L7A B1 & Soldotna Junction Tesoro Replat L10A B1
Parking: On-Site Parking
GPS Coordinates: 60.484129° N, 151.062823° W

Boundary lines on orthomosaic aerial represent approximate tax parcel boundaries. Buyer to verify exact boundary coordinates and easements via recorded plat.

Listing Documentation

Verified Property Specifications

Key physical, zoning, and municipal utility data for 44152 Sterling Highway from Alaska MLS #26-10612.

Active Listing · Offered at $1,600,000 · MLS #26-10612
List Price Verified
$1,600,000
Active MLS #26-10612
Listing Status Verified
Active
Active MLS #26-10612
MLS Number Verified
#26-10612
Alaska MLS
Parcel / Tax ID Verified
06018031
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Lot Size Verified
1.58 Acres / 68,824.8 SF
Official Records
Zoning Verified
C – Commercial
City of Soldotna
Building Size Verified
1,984 SF
Property Documentation
Construction Verified
Block / Concrete / Masonry
Property Records
Foundation Verified
Poured Concrete
Property Records
Roof Verified
Membrane
Active MLS #26-10612
Heating Verified
Natural Gas / Radiant
Active MLS #26-10612
Water Verified
Public Water
Active MLS #26-10612
Sewer Verified
Public Sewer
Active MLS #26-10612
Parking Verified
On-Site Parking
Property Records
Road Access Verified
Government-Maintained / Paved
Sterling Highway
GPS Coordinates Verified
60.484129° N, 151.062823° W
Alaska DEC / KPB GIS

Commercial Real Estate Asset Scope

The former dealership / RV business operations are not included in this transaction. The offering pertains solely to the 1.58-acre real estate asset, 1,984 SF physical structure, and future commercial repositioning opportunities.

Illustrative Space Layout — Not to Scale

1,984 SF Commercial Interior Layout

Explore illustrative room allocations for 44152 Sterling Highway. Approximate layout inferred from photography. Not a measured architectural floor plan. Buyer to verify all dimensions independently.

Illustrative Interior Spaces 1,984 SF (per prior MLS #24-5791)
*Approximate allocations inferred from photography. Buyer to verify. Radiant Natural-Gas Heat
Main Showroom Floor
Main Showroom Floor

Main Showroom Floor

approx. 1,100 SF

Spacious open commercial showroom with high drop ceiling, commercial tile flooring, and perimeter windows.

Natural Gas / Radiant Heat Display Lighting Double Door Entry
Central Soldotna Corridor

Location Advantage & Corridor Flow

Located in the heart of Soldotna on one of the Kenai Peninsula's busiest commercial highway corridors, directly across from Soldotna Creek Park.

Sterling Highway Arterial Frontage

Primary Arterial

Direct, unobstructed frontage along the primary highway corridor linking Anchorage, Cooper Landing, Kenai, Soldotna, and Homer. Maximum visibility for customer display and commercial signage.

Across from Soldotna Creek Park

Positioned opposite Soldotna Creek Park, the community centerpiece that draws steady pedestrian, visitor, and market traffic throughout the summer and shoulder seasons.

Government-Maintained Paved Road Access

Government-maintained paved highway road access along Sterling Highway, providing convenient customer vehicle and commercial delivery ingress and egress.

Central Soldotna Context

Soldotna, AK

Key commercial arterial surrounded by regional retailers, municipal services, and recreational anchors.

Nearby Commercial & Regional Anchors:
Soldotna Creek Park & Kenai River Major civic park hosting community events, river boardwalk access, and seasonal visitor traffic.
Directly Across Highway (0.2 Miles)
Kenai Spur Highway Junction Primary arterial intersection connecting Soldotna and the City of Kenai commercial district.
0.8 Miles / 2 Min Drive
Central Soldotna Retail & Grocers Proximity to Safeway, Fred Meyer, regional banks, medical centers, and government offices.
1.2 Miles / 3 Min Drive
Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) Commercial passenger air terminal offering scheduled flights to Anchorage Ted Stevens International (ANC).
12 Miles / 15 Min Drive
Regional Drive-Time Isochrone

Regional Drive Times & Market Catchment

Strategically located at Milepost 94.5 on the Sterling Highway — the central commercial artery serving Soldotna, Kenai, and the greater Kenai Peninsula Borough.

5-Min Core Radius #1

Central Soldotna Commercial Core

Immediate Highway & Resident Access

  • Soldotna Creek Park & Market
    1 Min Walk / Drive 0.2 Miles
  • Kenai Spur Highway Junction
    2 Min Drive 0.8 Miles
  • Fred Meyer & Central Soldotna Retail
    3 Min Drive 1.2 Miles
  • Soldotna Regional Sports Complex
    4 Min Drive 1.5 Miles
Market Catchment: Primary daily retail and commercial business core of Soldotna.
15-Min Regional Radius #2

Kenai & Regional Transportation Hub

Twin-City Economic Interchange

  • City of Kenai Commercial Center
    14 Min Drive 11 Miles
  • Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA)
    15 Min Drive 12 Miles
  • Central Peninsula Hospital
    5 Min Drive 2.4 Miles
  • Kenai Peninsula College (UAA)
    7 Min Drive 4.5 Miles
Market Catchment: Direct highway connection between the Soldotna retail core and Kenai commercial district.
45-Min Peninsula Radius #3

Kenai Peninsula Highway Catchment

Arterial Gateway to Homer & Anchorage

  • Sterling Commercial District
    15 Min Drive 13 Miles
  • Nikiski Industrial Corridor & Port
    32 Min Drive 26 Miles
  • Cooper Landing / Sterling Hwy Summit
    45 Min Drive 42 Miles
  • Anchor Point / Homer Corridor
    1 Hr 20 Min 75 Miles
Market Catchment: The only paved highway connecting the southern Kenai Peninsula to Anchorage.
Corridor Anchor Synergy

Commercial Corridor Neighbors & Synergy

Surrounded by established retail, civic, and service anchors along Milepost 94.5 on the Sterling Highway.

Civic & River Access #1

Soldotna Creek Park & Kenai River

City park on the Kenai River featuring walking trails, river viewing platforms, and community park facilities.

Directly Across Highway
Established Local Retail #2

Homestead Jewelry

Established fine jewelry and regional specialty retail storefront situated directly along Milepost 94.5.

Immediate Adjacent Neighbor
Commercial Service #3

Hutchings Auto Spa

Commercial automotive wash and vehicle service facility with established local customer base.

Immediate Adjacent Neighbor
Grocery & Retail Center #4

Fred Meyer & Central Shopping Core

Primary grocery, pharmacy, and department retail center serving Soldotna and central peninsula residents.

1.2 Miles North
Outdoor Retail Anchor #5

Sportsman's Warehouse

Large-format retail establishment catering to regional hunting, fishing, and outdoor sporting goods.

1.5 Miles North
Banking & Professional Services #6

Financial District (Wells Fargo & Global CU)

Commercial banking, escrow services, and title agencies situated along the central Soldotna highway grid.

0.9 Miles North
Zoning Permissions & Investment Scenarios

What C-Commercial Zoning Allows

The City of Soldotna C-Commercial zoning district permits a broad spectrum of commercial uses. Whether acquired for an owner's active business, leased as an investment property, or expanded across 1.58 acres.

Showroom floor and offices inside 44152 Sterling Highway
Immediate Occupancy

Owner-Operator Facility

A move-in ready commercial showroom, administrative offices, commercial restroom, and radiant natural-gas heat. Ideal for specialty retail, dealership/equipment, corporate services, or regional operations.

1,984 SF existing physical improvements
Paved on-site customer & display parking
Direct Sterling Highway visibility & access
Exterior corner view of commercial building
Commercial Investment

Income-Producing Lease Asset

Acquire and lease to single or multi-tenant commercial users in one of the Kenai Peninsula's tightest commercial corridors with sustained highway traffic flow and strong local demand.

Proven commercial corridor location
Public water and public sewer connected
Versatile C-Commercial zoning district
Aerial view showing 1.58 acre parcel depth and rear yard
Expansion Potential

1.58-Acre Parcel Expansion

With 68,824.8 SF of total land area, the parcel may offer potential for secondary development or expansion, subject to survey, easements, utilities, site plan, zoning, parking/loading, landscaping, building/fire codes, and City of Soldotna approval.

1.58 Acres / 68,824.8 SF total parcel area
Direct Sterling Highway frontage
Substantial rear parcel expansion depth

Permitted Commercial Uses (Soldotna Municipal Code Title 17)

Summary of commercial activities permitted within the City of Soldotna C-Commercial zoning district.

View SMC § 17.10.265 (Commercial C)
Retail & Showrooms

Specialty stores, equipment sales, automotive/marine showrooms, building materials, commercial display.

Food & Beverage

Restaurants, cafes, food service venues, drive-through operations, commercial catering.

Professional Offices

Corporate headquarters, legal, accounting, insurance, financial institutions, engineering services.

Medical & Wellness

Outpatient clinics, dental practices, physical therapy, veterinary clinics, diagnostic facilities.

Personal & Business Services

Commercial fitness, personal care, education/training centers, business support services.

Commercial & Flex Uses

Contractor offices, light service facilities, commercial storage, recreation venues.

Buyer Verification Notice: Zoning permissions referenced from City of Soldotna Municipal Code Title 17, Chapter 17.10.265 (Commercial District C). Potential uses and expansions are subject to site-plan approval, setbacks, parking, utilities, and City permitting.
City of Soldotna SMC 17.10.265 Framework

Commercial District (C) Permitted Uses Explorer

Search and review commercial use classifications under City of Soldotna Municipal Code SMC 17.10.265 (Commercial District C) and parking standards under SMC 17.10.330.

Automotive Permitted in C District

Automotive, Equipment & Marine Sales / Service

Existing commercial configuration utilizing the paved asphalt display lot and 1,984 SF customer showroom.

Parking Standard: 1 per 600 SF + 2 per service bay (SMC 17.10.330)
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265
Retail Permitted in C District

Retail Sales, Showroom & Personal Services

Direct arterial visibility on Sterling Highway capturing local commerce and regional highway traffic.

Parking Standard: 1 per 300 SF floor area (SMC 17.10.330)
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265
Food & Beverage Permitted in C District

Restaurants, Cafes & Food Establishments

Existing concrete patio pad supports outdoor placement; site perimeter allows circulation planning.

Parking Standard: 1 per 60 SF or 1 per 3 seats (SMC 17.10.330)
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265
Medical Permitted in C District

Medical, Dental & Professional Healthcare Clinics

Single-level ground floor configuration with radiant natural-gas heat, public water, and public sewer connected.

Parking Standard: 1 per 300 SF floor area (SMC 17.10.330)
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265
Professional Permitted in C District

Professional, Corporate & Administrative Offices

Finished consultation rooms, customer reception counter, administrative operations room, and staff break room.

Parking Standard: 1 per 300 SF floor area (SMC 17.10.330)
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265
Food & Beverage Permitted / Conditional

Craft Beverage, Tasting Rooms & Dining

Close proximity to Soldotna Creek Park with municipal public water and public sewer infrastructure.

Parking Standard: Per parking & seating schedule (SMC 17.10.330)
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265
Recreation Permitted in C District

Commercial Recreation, Fitness & Studio

Open-span commercial showroom floor with tile flooring and radiant natural-gas heat.

Parking Standard: 1 per 200 SF active area (SMC 17.10.330)
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265
Expansion Subject to City Approval

Commercial Expansion & Secondary Pad Potential

68,825 SF parcel area may offer potential for secondary development, subject to survey, setbacks, utilities, and City permitting.

Parking Standard: Based on final site plan & use classification
Code Section: SMC 17.10.265

Reference: City of Soldotna Municipal Code § 17.10.265 (Commercial District C)

All specific intended uses and building modifications are subject to City of Soldotna planning, zoning, parking, landscaping, and building permit approvals.

Commercial Underwriting Tool

Commercial Investment & Pro Forma Calculator

Model your acquisition debt service, projected NNN lease yield, and capitalization rate for 44152 Sterling Highway.

Acquisition Assumptions Active MLS Listing

$1,600,000
$1.2M $1.6M (List) $2.0M
25% ($400,000)
15% 25% 50%
6.75%
25 Years
$22.00 / SF / Yr
$14/SF $22/SF (Example Rate) $34/SF

Illustrative Summary

Model
Estimated Monthly Debt Service (P&I)
$8,290 / month
Estimated Annual NNN Base Rent (1,984 SF)
$43,648 / year

Excludes potential secondary building or expansion revenue.

Estimated Loan $1,200,000
Estimated Down $400,000

*Illustrative figures for discussion only. Not financing or revenue guarantees. Buyer to verify all financing terms independently.

Due Diligence & Acquisition FAQ

Commercial Due Diligence & FAQ

Verified acquisition, 1031 exchange, environmental, and municipal details for 44152 Sterling Highway.

Is 44152 Sterling Highway eligible for a §1031 Tax-Deferred Exchange?
The property may qualify as replacement or relinquished real property in a §1031 exchange depending on the taxpayer's circumstances and transaction structure. The offering pertains solely to real property and improvements. Buyers should consult their tax advisor and Qualified Intermediary (QI).
What commercial lending institutions finance commercial property in Soldotna?
Several Alaska commercial banks and credit unions underwrite commercial real estate in Soldotna, including First National Bank Alaska (FNBA), Northrim Bank, Matanuska Valley Federal Credit Union (MVFCU), and SBA 504 loan programs. Vest & Lervig can connect buyers with regional commercial lending contacts.
What are the structural specifications, foundation, and roof construction?
The 1,984 SF commercial structure features Block / Concrete / Masonry construction on a Poured Concrete foundation, equipped with commercial glazing, Natural Gas / Radiant heating, and a membrane roof.
Can the 1.58-acre (68,824.8 SF) parcel support secondary development or expansion?
With direct Sterling Highway frontage and deep parcel setbacks, the 68,824.8 SF site may offer potential for secondary development or building expansion, subject to survey, easements, utilities, site plan, zoning, parking/loading, landscaping, building/fire codes, and City of Soldotna approval.
Are municipal public water and public sewer fully connected?
Yes. The property is connected to City of Soldotna public water and City of Soldotna public sewer (confirmed via active MLS #26-10612), eliminating on-site private well and septic maintenance.
What are the Alaska DEC environmental records for this site?
Official Alaska DEC records list the site as former Petro Express / Soldotna Tesoro (ADEC File #2333.26.049 / Hazard ID 22881). Alaska DEC issued a formal 'Cleanup Complete' determination in May 2009 with No Institutional Controls (ICs) required. Standard advance ADEC approval is required if transporting soil or groundwater off-site.
How can I schedule a private showing or live virtual walkthrough?
You can request a tour directly through this website or contact Forrest Vest at (907) 953-9268 or Shelby Lervig at (907) 394-1011. In-person private access and live FaceTime video walkthroughs are available.

Request Property & Due Diligence Information

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Listing Advisory Team

Forrest Vest & Shelby Lervig

Elite Real Estate Group · Soldotna Branch

Listing Representation

Vest & Lervig Real Estate Team

Forrest Vest and Shelby Lervig serve buyers and sellers across Soldotna and the Kenai Peninsula and represent this Sterling Highway commercial offering.

For direct inquiries regarding 44152 Sterling Highway, site walkthroughs, or detailed zoning and utility documentation, contact Forrest or Shelby directly.

Forrest Vest

Forrest Vest

REALTOR® / Advisor

(907) 953-9268 [email protected]
Shelby Lervig

Shelby Lervig

REALTOR® / Advisor

(907) 394-1011 [email protected]
Elite Real Estate Group (Soldotna Branch)
44296 Sterling Hwy, Suite 101, Soldotna, AK 99669

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