Eielson AFB, AK - Nearby Cities

Fairbanks, AK
Fairbanks is the second-largest city in the state of Alaska behind Anchorage. With a population of over 35,000, the city is located about 25 miles from the Eielson Air Force Base. Active-duty military and their families would find the Fairbanks area a thriving community in which to live and work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $139,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $825 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Regency Fairbanks and the Springhill Suites offer temporary lodging for visitors just staying for a short period of time. Nightly rates start at $189 a night and include a complimentary breakfast.

Major attractions in town include the Fairbanks Ice Museum which offers a unique perspective on ice sculpting and light shows. The town is also home to the University of Alaska Museum of the North filled with historical exhibits highlighting the rich heritage of the region.

North Pole, AK
North Pole is a small town near Fairbanks where it's Christmas all year round. The streets are named St Nicholas Lane, Santa Claus Lane, and Kris Kringle Drive. Its claim to fame is the number of letters it receives each year addressed to Santa Claus. Adults send letters seeking the postmark of the town for their Christmas cards. Officially, 99705 is the zip code of Santa.

Located just 13 miles from Eielson Air Force Base, houses for sale in the area start at $259,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $849 for a studio, one bedroom and one bath unit. Hotels in the area such as the Hotel North Pole offer temporary lodging for those visitors who are here for a short period of time. Rates start at $166 a night.

Television star and painter, Bob Ross, lived in North Pole, Alaska, for over a decade and said that the scenic landscapes and incredible mountain ranges were an inspiration for his work over the years. Despite its Christmas-themed environment, North Pole, Alaska, is actually about 1700 miles south of the actual geographical North Pole.

Moose Creek, AK
Moose Creek is located south of Fairbanks and 5 miles from Eielson Air Force Base. The town has a population of 542 people and is bordered on the south by the base. With few residents, the community provides a quiet, laid-back environment for military personnel and their families who are looking to settle in the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $145,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $689 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Hotel North Pole and the Beaver Lake Resort Motel offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $70 a night and include a complimentary breakfast. The Beaver Lake Resort allows for extended stays and even offers apartments for visitors staying for longer periods of time.

Major attractions in the area include the Santa Claus House in nearby North Pole, Alaska. The house receives overwhelming amounts of letters to Santa and offers the original letter from Santa for those youngsters who are waiting to hear from the man himself. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Chena Lake Recreational Area has biking and camping resources for the whole family. Annual fees may apply depending on how long visitors stay.

Salcha, AK
Salcha is located about 40 miles south of Fairbanks and is considered a popular fishing destination. It is located next to the Salcha River and about 20 miles from the Eielson Air Force Base. The total population of the town is 854 residents. The town's small community life makes living here a peaceful and serene experience. Military personnel and civilians who are looking for a place to relocate will find Salcha a prime location.

Located just 13 miles from Eielson Air Force Base, houses for sale in the area start at $169,900 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $870 for a studio, one bedroom and one bath unit. Hotels such as the Beaver Lake Resort Motel and the Hotel North Pole offer temporary lodging for those visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfast with rates starting at $104 a night.

Local attractions include nearby Fairbanks which is just a short drive away. The Gold Dredge #8 is an historical monument that is a reminder of the gold rush era. The dredge was a mechanical gold pan and extracted millions of ounces of gold from the frozen ground. The monument is a reminder of all the mines who helped to build Fairbanks. Also, nearby is the University of Alaska Museum which offers many exhibits including displays showing the climate change that has occurred up north. Photos show the ice and snow melting sooner than expected in the area and give a historical look back at the evolving climate.