Temporary Housing for Fall 2014 (Anchorage: apartments, rentals, mover)

[nichsara]

I am going to do my first clinical round for Physical Therapy in Anchorage for three months (September-December) next year. I know that it's still a year away, but I would like to get a feel for how well I can find decently priced housing (apartment, room for rent, studio, etc.). Since I am only going to be living there for 3 months, I won't be bringing any furniture. Meaning, I would need either a furnished apartment or find a house that is renting a room.

I'm from California, but I'm currently going to grad school in Maine. So I really won't be able to bring all that much, just the essentials. I cannot wait to be in Alaska and hope that either a local, frequent traveler or someone familiar with the area can help me out! Thanks!

[AADAD]

Well here is the deal. Rents are not cheap and temp rentals can be more. I would suggest the following. Talk with one of the local Marriotts. Residence Inn has fully furnished with kitchen pots pans the whole deal. Join Marriott rewards. In 3 months you will have enough points for a flight. Talk with the long term stay person to see if you can get a reduced rate. Parking is free, housekeeping is free, breakfast is free. Get the picture?

Good luck!!

[Frostnip]

Is the program through UA? I believe they have some dorm rooms set aside for guest students. If it through UA my first action would be to contact their housing office.

[CMPX2]

I used WWW.shortstayak.com for a few weeks until my house is ready. Great people and cheaper than a hotel.

My short term apt is fully furnished as well.

[phamus1]

I did a 2 month clinical rotation at ANMC earlier this yr. I stayed at Athenian Village Apts. Very nice, close to hospitals, lots of healthcare travelers staying there. Kinda pricey though at @$1600/month, everything included.

[Chilkoot]

Some B&Bs close for the winter although some are open looking for folks just like you. I stayed at one for a few months and with the exception of a couple weeks, had the whole place to myself.
Anchorage Bed and Breakfast, Anchorage Alaska Bed and Breakfast

[nichsara]

Are the B&B's usually far away from the city? I won't be able to bring my car and would have to rely on public transit.

[nichsara]

Thank you, everybody! This all really helped by getting a better understanding on what to expect.

[stiffnecked]

If you plan to rely on the People Mover bus you'll want to find something close to where you are working. $1600 a month for an apartment that includes everything is actually pretty reasonable in Anchorage.

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[Chilkoot]

Originally Posted by nichsara

Are the B&B's usually far away from the city? I won't be able to bring my car and would have to rely on public transit.

They're spread all thoughout Anchorage with a couple being right downtown.