Brown - Since you don't have to drive in to work everyday, I would look in the Eagle River/Chugiak area of the Municipality. You will get a larger lot and pay around 20% less than south anc. Schools are great. South ANC lots are often so small that you will have breakfast with your neighbor separated by a pane of glass. Quite a few homes are available and prices are softer than in recent years.... The"Valley" is another option but the drive to the airport gets a little long.