Fisher
Suburban Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile County 36603
Smaller lots and homes
Fisher is mostly composed of blocks of single-family homes with small yards — the lots in Fisher are around a quarter acre in size. Although the area isn’t walkable for errands, it does have some sidewalks for strolls among mature trees. As for architecture, the homes in the area also tend to be smaller: a mixture of quaint cottages, shotgun houses, ranch-style houses and bungalows. Prospective buyers can also find homes with Greek Revival elements and a few multi-story houses. The sales prices range from $15,000 to $119,000 for a single-family home.
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Outdoor and indoor recreation
Thomas Sullivan Park and Community Center is the pride of the neighborhood, giving its residents outdoor and indoor options for recreation. The park features both a baseball and football field, concessions, a splash pad and a playground. The community center has a gym, a multipurpose room, plus a therapeutic recreation center with games like foosball and pool. There’s even an all ages walking club and quilting classes available. To the southwest of Fisher, Tricentennial Park is home to Day Lake which is surrounded by a paved and lighted half-mile walking trail for scenic views while strolling along the waterfront. The park also has a splash pad, pavilions, and grills. There’s also a pier for fishing and a kayak launch for a day on the water — wildlife like turtles and alligators are common sights in warmer weather.
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Mobile County Public Schools
Students in Fisher go to the Mobile County Public School District, which earns a B-minus grade according to Niche. Schools include Florence Howard Elementary School, Calloway Smith Middle School and LeFlore High School. All three schools earn C-minus grades on Niche. The high school offers academic pathways from the Academy of Law to the Academy of Business Marketing.Theatre performances to Mardi Gras history
Called the “Jewel on Joachim,” Mobile’s Saenger Theatre is a historic landmark that opened in 1927. This beacon of cultural history can seat nearly 2,000 patrons to host the Mobile Symphony Orchestra and the Summer Classic Movie Series. Inspired by classical Greek mythology and intended to resemble the opera houses of Europe, the theatre has been called the “most beautiful playhouse” along the Gulf Coast. It hosts ballets, plays, musicals, and concerts in the heart of Downtown’s entertainment district. Locals can visit the Mobile Carnival Museum to learn about the history of Mardi Gras and view exhibits featuring colorful costumes and parade floats.
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2-mile commute
About 2 miles from downtown Mobile, residents of Fisher can easily commute to the big city via Dr Martin Luther King Jr Avenue by car or The Wave Transit System bus. “People are moving to Fisher to avoid long commutes. The neighborhood has easy access to the interstate,” Wilhelmy says. As for a nearby hospital, locals can go to the Franklin Primary Health Center. Residents can also access the Mobile International Airport for further travel from business trips to vacations.
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Grocery shopping and lively restaurants
To stock up on produce and groceries, residents can visit the Greer's Downtown Market. As for restaurants, Iron Hand Brewing is “crafting community through craft beer.” It’s Mobile’s oldest brewery, and the large taproom can hold 80 people at a time. The brewpub is named for Henri de Tonti, a metal-prosthetic-wearing founder of Mobile. Legend has it that he cut off his own hand after it was maimed to continue fighting at the Battle of Sicily. Named after this folklore, Iron Hand has a variety of beers, American food options and weekly events like trivia and bingo. At Moe’s Original BBQ, patrons can go to the entertainment room for live music and eat in a fast-casual restaurant that makes all its sides and desserts in-house daily from scratch.
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Written By
K.T. Phillips
Photography Contributed By
Alan Bates
Video By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Devin Schaff
Devin Schaff
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Mobile
(251) 318-8732
92 Total Sales
1 in Fisher
$18,000 Price
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Michael Mergell
Michael Mergell
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty LLC
(463) 223-9159
108 Total Sales
1 in Fisher
$5,000 Price
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Malcolm Seals
Malcolm Seals
TerrDomus LLC
(251) 319-5301
273 Total Sales
6 in Fisher
$8K - $80K Price Range
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Ralph Harvey
Ralph Harvey
ListWithFreedom.com
(855) 456-4945
11,343 Total Sales
5 in Fisher
$8K - $20K Price Range
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Derrick Payne
Derrick Payne
Bellator Real Estate, LLC
(659) 204-7328
123 Total Sales
3 in Fisher
$16K - $23K Price Range
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Justin Wilhelmy
Justin Wilhelmy
IXL Real Estate LLC
(251) 444-7156
107 Total Sales
3 in Fisher
$35K - $110K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lake Drive Tricentennial Park
- Fishing
- Trails
- Kayak/Canoe
Washington Square
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Springhill Recreation Center
- Basketball
- Playground
- Events
Geri Moulton Children's Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Events
Carver Park
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Trails
Ryan Park
- Events
- Museum
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fisher | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fisher Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fisher, Mobile sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Fisher, Mobile over the last 12 months is $52,000, up 60% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$79,900
Median Sale Price
$52,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$64,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
19%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
60%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$48
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
840
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,311
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,646
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,316
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,079
Median Age
44
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,940
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$30,958
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.7%
College Graduates
7.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
% Population in Labor Force
33.4%
Significantly 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®
39
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25
/ 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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