Sophie Plaza Apartments
1721 University Ave S,
Fairbanks, AK 99709
$1,534 - $1,692
1-2 Beds
Area Guide
University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK
Experience one of America’s most unique college environments
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Flagship
Established in 1917, UAF is the flagship campus of the University of Alaska system. The university’s unique location has led to several specialized research programs and facilities that have earned worldwide renown, including the International Arctic Research Center, the Institute of Arctic Biology, and the Institute of Northern Engineering. While degree tracks pertaining to science and engineering enjoy a high profile, UAF also offers robust programs in business, government, and the arts. The Nanooks hockey team plays in the NCAA Division I, and home matches at the Carlson Center draw fans from all around the community. UAF’s hometown of Fairbanks is an isolated city of about 30,000 people, the largest city in the Alaskan interior. While the area surrounding the Alaska campus is mostly made up of residential neighborhoods, the city center near the Chena River offers a diverse selection of restaurants, bars, and specialty shops. The winters can be punishing here, but the fairly isolated location allows for virtually unlimited exploration of America’s last frontier.
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Fairbanks, AK is $877 for a studio, $1,332 for one bedroom, $1,636 for two bedrooms, and $2,229 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fairbanks has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
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Studio
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366 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$877/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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676 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,332/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,021 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,636/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,788 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,229/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly University of Alaska Fairbanks - Fairbanks, AK (University) is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Essentials are more spread out in University of Alaska Fairbanks - Fairbanks, AK (University), so everyday errands require more planning.
Supermarket Within a 30 Minute Walk
Groceries
30
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
50
/ 100
Limited Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
20
/ 100
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
30
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in University of Alaska Fairbanks - Fairbanks, AK (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
10
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
20
/ 100
Somewhat Noisy
Quiet Score
80
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
198 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
67 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
467 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
467 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
341 Students
Public
Grades K-8
198 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
67 Students
Chinook Montessori Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
155 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
407 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
545 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
906 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
375 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
886 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
133 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Museum of the North
- Georgeson Botanical Garden
- Moose Mountain Ski Resort
Military Bases
Airports
- Fairbanks International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.