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Rural community close to Bayou La Batre
Pecan orchards, quiet residences and farms dotted with grazing cows and horses draw buyers to Dixon Corner. The rural community is minutes from Bayou La Batre, home to much of Mobile County's fishing industry. "You're near the heart of south Alabama's seafood area, and it's an area that feeds Bayou La Batre into Mobile," says Brooks Beck with Beck Properties, who has been selling homes since 2021. "It's a widespread community, but generations of families have been living there working on the farms or down in Bayou La Batre." Even with the area's longstanding presence, lots and newer builds are the start of growth here. The community has a large Vietnamese population with three Buddhist temples. Dixon Corner is a short drive from Highway 90 and Interstate 10, convenient for those commuting to Mobile.
Dixon Corner is a rolling rural paradise near Bayou La Batre, AL.
Dixon Corner is minutes from Bayou La Batre, home to the areas fishing industry.
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Different homes for different budgets in Dixon Corner
Across Dixon Corner's acres of pecan groves and farmland are quiet residences, many tucked away on small acreages. "If I had to describe Dixon Corner in one phrase, I guess I would say country living," says Madison Reich of Re/Max. Reich has sold over 100 homes in the area. "There is privacy here and quiet; people really do value that." There aren't typically sidewalks, but traffic is minimal, so roads are suitable for runners and cyclists. A wide range of homes are available, offering options for various budgets. Prices for manufactured homes range between $125,000 and $165,000, and ranch-style homes range between $175,000 and $445,000. New traditional homes on one to 10 acres are priced between $395,000 and $625,000. Throughout Dixon Corner, lots of five to 20 acres are available, typically costing between $25,000 and $100,000. Close to the Gulf of Mexico, Dixon Corner homes are susceptible to flood damage during hurricane season.
Dixon Corner's most popular home style is a brick ranch.
Manufactured homes are a popular choice for residents in Dixon Corner.
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Rolston Park offers recreation on the Gulf of Mexico
Dixon Corner's nearest parks are down in Bayou La Batre. Rolston Park is 7 miles away on the shores of Portersville Bay, featuring a play area, athletic fields, a walking path and shaded picnic areas. Across the palm tree-lined Coden Belt, there's a public fishing dock on the bay. More athletic fields are nearby at Zirlott Park, which is adjacent to Bayou La Batre Public Library and Bayou La Batre Senior Center. Grand Bay Savanna Wildlife Management Area has a boardwalk path popular with birdwatchers, and Muddy Creek Wetlands Management Area has a paved, pet-friendly walking trail. Other recreation around Dixon Corner includes C.J.'s Par 3, a public, nine-hole golf course, and Mobile International Speedway, which offers car and truck racing throughout the year.
Rolston Park has a new fishing pier on Portersville Bay off the Gulf of Mexico.
Hop on the speedway for fast driving rubber hitting the pavement thrills.
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Fresh-caught seafood in Dixon Corner
Along one of the community's main roads, Alabama's Coastal Connection Scenic Byway, are restaurants, grocery stores, local businesses and seafood processing plants. Residents visit Bayou Seafood Company for po' boy sandwiches and fresh-caught seafood and Phnom Penh for Pan Asian fusion dishes. In Bayou La Batre, Captain Frank's Smoke Shack is known for its barbecue platters, and Catalina is another favorite for seafood. Jaycee's Produce offers locally grown fruits and vegetables, and Greer's CashSaver has household necessities. For more retail, residents can take Highway 90 or Interstate 10 to get to Mobile's shopping hubs.
Lighthouse Seafood Restaurant serves some of the best crab claws in Dixon Corner.
Dixon Corner residents might also try Catalina Seafood.
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Mobile County Public Schools
Students in Dixon Corner can start at Anna F. Booth Elementary, which earns a B-plus rating on Niche. The U.S. World & News Report granted Booth a Best Elementary School Badge in 2023. Students can then attend Grand Bay Middle, which earns a C-minus, before heading to B-minus-rated Alma Bryant High. The high school offers a coastal studies academy with options like aquaculture, agriculture and maritime welding.
Alba Middle School is an option for Dixon Corner kids.
Alma Bryant High School serves students throughout Irvington, AL.
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Commuting from Dixon Corner
Dixon Corner is near major Alabama thoroughfares like Highway 90 and Interstate 10, providing access to Mobile, 17 miles away. Mobile International and Regional Airports are within about 20 miles of the neighborhood. Medical clinics are also available along Alabama's Coastal Connection, but for a larger general hospital, USA Health Providence Hospital is about 17 miles north.
Dixon Corner lies Southeast of I-10 and is within reach for an easy commute.
Residents in Dixon Corner use the Mobile Regional Airport to connect to major cities.
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At just under 1 acre this lot has been completely cleared with all stumps removed ready for you to build your dream home in the quiet neighborhood of Deerfield Estates. Rare find in the county with an estate size lot to have city water and sewer connected. Find quick and easy access to wherever you need to go 6 Minutes to the I-10 entrance ramp, 20 Minutes to Downtown Mobile, 25 minutes to the
VRM/value range marketing: $350,000-375,000. The list price is the median of the upper and lower ranges. Welcome to 11570 Waterford Rd – a beautifully maintained home offering over 3,000 square feet of spacious living that been freshly painted throughout. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence is move-in ready with fresh interior paint throughout, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere.
Cleared lot Located in Irvington AL! This lot is conveniently located near i10, Bayou la batre, Dauphin Island and Mobile City .This property is set and ready for a Mobile home, Camper or Custom build home. Power, water and septic established. Property sold AS-IS. 1.3 acres Lot dimensions are from Tax Plat and not guaranteed to be accurate. Listing broker makes no representation to lot dimension
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,643
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,173
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,442
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
% Population in Labor Force
61.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
67''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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