Wasilla · Palmer · Big Lake · Talkeetna & the whole Mat-Su
Mat-Su Valley Real Estate with Your Personal MVP
Buying, selling, or searching for that perfect piece of Alaska? Mat-Su Valley Properties brings 10 years of real estate experience and a lifetime of Alaskan know-how to every move.
Years in real estate
Born & raised Alaskan
Valley-area communities served
Personal, start-to-finish service
Mat-Su real estate services
Every client gets the same thing: a local expert who picks up the phone, knows the Valley inside and out, and treats your move like it's our own family's. That's what being your personal MVP means.
Buy a Home
From first homes to forever homes, get local insight on neighborhoods, wells, septic and value before you write an offer.
Learn more →Sell Your Home
Pricing grounded in real Valley data, standout marketing, and hands-on negotiation to protect your bottom line.
Learn more →Land & Cabins
Acreage, lake lots and remote cabins — with the access, survey and utility questions answered up front.
Learn more →Relocation & Military
Moving to Alaska or PCSing to JBER? Virtual tours, local guidance and a plan built around your timeline.
Learn more →Investment Property
Rentals, multi-family and fix-and-hold opportunities evaluated with clear, honest numbers.
Learn more →Community Guides
Compare Wasilla, Palmer, Big Lake, Talkeetna and more to find the Valley town that fits you.
Learn more →A local who actually lives the Valley lifestyle
Kelsie McKnight was born and raised in Wasilla. When she isn't helping clients, you'll find her fishing, hunting, heading to the family cabin or tackling a DIY project at home. That real-life experience matters when you're evaluating a well, a septic system, a lake lot or a remote cabin.
- Honest pricing advice based on real local sales
- Know-how on well, septic, access and land questions
- A trusted network of lenders, inspectors and contractors
- Clear communication — you always know what's next
Explore Mat-Su Valley communities
Each town in the Valley has its own personality. Start with a guide, then let's talk about which one fits your life.
Wasilla
The Valley's largest city and its retail hub — lakefront living, newer subdivisions and an easy Parks Highway commute.
Palmer
Historic farm town beneath Pioneer Peak — home of the Alaska State Fair, acreage, and some of the best mountain views in the state.
Big Lake
A four-season recreation community built around one of the Valley's largest lakes — boating in summer, snowmachining in winter.
Houston
Room to spread out on the Parks Highway — affordable acreage, river access and a quieter pace of life.
Willow
Cabin country — remote parcels, creeks, lakes and trails, with the Iditarod restart in your backyard.
Talkeetna
A historic river town with Denali on the horizon — cabins, land and homes where three rivers meet.
Sutton
Quiet mountain living up the Glenn Highway, on the road to the Matanuska Glacier.
Chugiak & Eagle River
The Valley's neighbors to the south — shorter commutes to Anchorage and JBER, with mountain neighborhoods and a small-town feel.
Alaska life, Valley listings & local tips
Follow along for new listings, market updates, community events and a peek at the hunting, fishing and cabin adventures that make the Valley home.
Worked with Kelsie? She'd love to hear about it. Leave a review on her Facebook page.
Local tips for buyers & sellers
Buying a Home with a Well and Septic in the Mat-Su Valley: What to Know
Many Mat-Su homes run on a private well and septic. Here's what buyers in Wasilla, Palmer and beyond should check before closing.
CommunitiesWasilla vs. Palmer: Which Mat-Su Town Is Right for You?
Trying to decide between Wasilla and Palmer, Alaska? Compare housing, lifestyle, commute and land to find the best fit for your family.
Land & CabinsHow to Buy Land in Alaska: A Mat-Su Valley Checklist
Thinking about buying land or building a cabin in the Mat-Su? Use this checklist for access, surveys, utilities, financing and building.
Mat-Su real estate questions
Why buy in the Mat-Su Valley instead of Anchorage?
Many buyers find more house and more land for their money in the Mat-Su, along with a small-town feel and quick access to lakes, rivers, trails and mountains. The trade-off is often a longer commute, so we'll help you weigh drive time, taxes and utility costs against price and space.
What areas does Mat-Su Valley Properties serve?
We serve the core Mat-Su communities — Wasilla, Palmer, Big Lake, Houston, Willow, Talkeetna and Sutton — plus neighboring Chugiak and Eagle River.
Do you help with land and cabin purchases?
Yes. Land, acreage and recreational cabins are a big part of the Valley market. We help with access, surveys, wells, septic, power availability and financing options that are specific to rural and remote property.
Can you help me buy a home before I move to Alaska?
Absolutely. We regularly work with out-of-state and military buyers using video walkthroughs, digital paperwork and trusted local inspectors and lenders, so you can buy with confidence before you arrive.
How do I find out what my Valley home is worth?
Request a free, no-obligation home value review. We'll look at recent comparable sales, your home's features and current market conditions to give you a realistic price range.
Ready to make your move in the Valley?
Whether you're buying your first home, selling the family place or finally finding that cabin, you'll have a local expert in your corner from first call to closing.