Arlington
Suburban Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile County 36605
$73,027
Average Value
$60
Average Price per Sq Ft
Three career programs at Williamson High
Arlington students are zoned for the Mobile County School District. Kids can start at Erwin Craighead Elementary, which earns a C from Niche. Sixth graders move on to Lillie B. Williamson High, which gets a C-minus and offers three career programs specializing in engineering, entrepreneurship and the maritime industries.Home to RV Tayor Plaza
Though public housing makes up most of the housing here, a few single-family homes are found in cul-de-sacs east of Kellogg Street. Houses here rarely come on the market. According to a Homes.com calculation, which uses a combination of estimate data, the average home value in Arlington was around $65,000 in December 2024.Walking trails and fishing at Arlington Park
Arlington Park is a 20-acre green space right across Interstate 10. Its paved walking trails overlook the west coast of Mobile Bay, making it a great spot to watch the sunrise. On the fishing pier, folks can watch helicopters take off from the U.S. Coast Guard Station next door. Taylor Park and Community Center hosts several youth programs less than a mile north of Arlington. Through the After School Tutorial Program, elementary and middle school students can receive homework help, join a community sports team or participate in other extracurriculars.New developments at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley
Interstate 10 and a busy railroad border the southeast side of Arlington. The southernmost transcontinental highway, I-10, links to Downtown Mobile in about 5 miles. It crosses Interstate 65 heading south, which then leads to the Springhill Medical Center about 10 miles north. Though cars are the fastest way to get around, Mobile's fixed-route bus system services the neighborhood along Michigan Avenue. Mobile International Airport is set to open directly across I-10 in March 2026. Located at Brookley Field, it will be the newest addition to the region's largest industrial and transportation complex.Local businesses along Michigan Avenue
Arlington has no shopping or dining options, but a few local businesses are just up Michigan Avenue. Michigan Seafood is a beloved take-out restaurant in an old warehouse. The hole-in-the-wall hot spot serves a hodge-podge menu with dishes ranging from fried shrimp and catfish to barbeque ribs and chicken wings. Groceries, fresh-cut meats and beauty supplies are sold right next door at the Shop & Save Meat Market. For larger grocery runs, folks head to the Piggly Wiggly about 2 miles away.Crime
Arlington's CAP Index Crime Score is 6 out of 10, than the the national average of 4. Some higher-than-average violent crime scores increase the overall score.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Judy French
Judy French
RE/MAX Partners
(251) 444-5535
218 Total Sales
1 in Arlington
$6,000 Price
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Ralph Harvey
Ralph Harvey
ListWithFreedom.com
(855) 456-4945
11,344 Total Sales
2 in Arlington
$14K - $113K Price Range
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Derek Peterson
Derek Peterson
Peterson
(251) 607-2238
124 Total Sales
2 in Arlington
$45K - $70K Price Range
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Marsha McDuffie-Crawford
Marsha McDuffie-Crawford
IXL Real Estate LLC
(251) 319-4812
141 Total Sales
1 in Arlington
$6,000 Price
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Nikita Pleasure
Nikita Pleasure
IXL Real Estate LLC
(251) 277-4858
196 Total Sales
1 in Arlington
$32,000 Price
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Malcolm Seals
Malcolm Seals
TerrDomus LLC
(251) 319-5301
273 Total Sales
1 in Arlington
$49,900 Price
Schools
Source:
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Harmon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Taylor Park
Baumhauer-Randle Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Walsh Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Pillans Park
- Community Center
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Arlington | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Arlington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Arlington, Mobile sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Arlington, Mobile over the last 12 months is $57,500, down 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$62,500
Median Sale Price
$57,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$57,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-37%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$60
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
165
Median Year Built
1983
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,164
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,445
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,691
Median Age
28
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
39.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$15,613
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$22,932
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.2%
College Graduates
4.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.1%
% Population in Labor Force
49.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
60''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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