Sitka, AK 0 Apartments for Rent

Sitka has been featured in numerous books, television shows and movies like as the setting of the Bradley Cooper movie, The Proposal, and as an episode of Bizarre Foods where host Andrew Zimmerman ate herring eggs, stink heads and sea cucumbers.

Despite having a population of only 8,880, per the 2010 U. S. Census, Sitka is the fourth-largest city in Alaska. Originally under Russian control, Sitka was the site of the signing of the Alaska Purchase that transferred the territory of Alaska from the Russians to the U.S. after the Soviet Union lost the Crimean War in 1867. Although the land was colonized in 1799, it wasn't until 1913 that Sitka was incorporated as a town. Noted for its easy access to gold mines and great fishing, Sitka quickly established itself as a pivotal port in Alaska. Today, Sitka has a thriving fishing industry and is the home of a Navy airbase.

Moving to Sitka

Moving to Alaska may be an adventure; however, it can also be challenging and complicated. Although Sitka has an established transportation system in place, transporting your vehicle to Alaska can be a bit of a daunting challenge. Not only must your vehicle and furniture be shipped by container ship to Sitka, but also this process can be expensive and difficult because of unforeseen delays during transport. Other things to consider is that every day items like groceries and household products are significantly more expensive in Sitka because they have to be shipped from the U.S. It should be noted that because Sitka is a series of Islands, it is only accessible by boat or plane. It may be best to look at rental housing in Sitka before making the decision to move permanently.

Neighborhoods in Sitka

If privacy is a priority, then a home in Sitka is calling your name. Many of the homes are situated several hundred feet from the road and the closest neighbor is often a five-mile trek through the woods.

City Center: Because it encompasses 2,870 miles of land, many residents like to live close to the City Center to be near the Port and stores. Furnished apartments and rental homes are common in this neighborhood of Sitka.

Baranof / Chatham: Coastal neighborhood in Sitka, Baranof is a popular residential community.

Living in Sitka

Alaska isn't freezing cold year-round, with an oceanic climate with moderate temperatures and abundant precipitation. The average annual precipitation of snow and rain is more than 130 inches every year. The months of June, July and August are the hottest with an average temperature of about 60 degrees. Living in Sitka is in itself an attraction because it is home to an abundance of wildlife, flora and fauna. Outdoor activities and excursions are the name of the game in Sitka, with residents spending time hiking and exploring the Sitka National Historic Park. During the warmer months, the Sitka Summer Music Festival brings residents together to celebrate great music with delicious food.