$130,528Average Value$99Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Waterside living just 10 miles from Downtown Mobile
Kayaking, canoeing and fishing along the Dog River draws buyers to McVoy. Just 10 miles from downtown Mobile, McVoy offers a riverside retreat that appeals to those who love to be on the water. "This neighborhood is a very family-friendly, laid-back area," says Realtor Vernetta Greene with IXL Real Estate. Greene is a native of Mobile who has been selling homes for nearly a decade. "You can find private fishing spots or take day boat trips."
There are many marinas to choose from near McVoy.
McVoy is a serene neighborhood with easy access to the waters of the Gulf Coast.
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Private docks and budget-friendly cottages
Residential streets run through McVoy's thick forested landscape, creating a semi-rural feel. Riverside Drive meanders through its center, leading to waterfront properties. Neat brick ranch styles and shingle cottages sit back from paved roads on ample lots with long driveways. There are also larger homes with a Dog River backyard and private piers. Tall oak and evergreen trees provide shade in the Alabama heat. Cottages often range between $50,000 and $90,000, while ranch-style homes range between $95,000 and $120,000. Homes along Dog River don't often hit the market. A river-front fixer-upper sold in 2023 for $290,000.
McVoy offers the charm of small-town living just outside Mobile with lovely little cottages.
Near McVoy there are also larger homes with a Dog River backyard and private piers.
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Waterside recreation and community parks
Getting out on the water is undoubtedly the most popular outdoor activity in McVoy. Residents can head to nearby marinas to launch their boats. Southern Marina and Harbor, Dockside Marina and Dog River Marina are popular places to get out on the river or Mobile Bay. McNally Park is a popular place to launch canoes and paddle boards onto the water. The park also has a playground and scenic picnic areas. Farther inland, Newhouse Park and Recreation Center has a playground, walking trail, basketball court and a thriving teen center.
McNally Park has a marina and boat launch and is a popular place for fishing.
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Aviation and aerospace academy at B.C. Rain High School
Public schools are within the Mobile County Schools System, which Niche gives a B-minus grade. Students may start at Dr. Robert W. Gilliard Elementary, which earns a Niche C grade, and move on to Palmer Pillans Middle, which Niche gives a C-minus. Older students may head to Ben C. Rain High, which also earns a Niche C-minus and features signature academies with career-focused hands-on opportunities. B.C. Rain High's academies include aviation and aerospace and business information.
Dr. Robert W. Gilliard Elementary School is where many McVoy kids attend school.
Ben C. Rain High School Football Field
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Easy downtown access
McVoy residents only have a 10-mile drive into Downtown Mobile. Public transit is an option at Wave Transit System bus stops along the DIP. The closest hospital is Mobile Infirmary, 8 miles away. Living on Dog River, residents can expect to need additional flood insurance. But its location also has some unique perks. "You can plan to head on vacation right from Mobile Bay because we just got a new Carnival Cruise ship that lands in our port. We're also transforming our airport. It used to be regional, and now it's going to be international," Greene says. The Mobile International Airport is 5 miles from McVoy.
Public transit is an option in McVoy at Wave Transit System bus stops along the DIP.
Mobile International Airport is practically in the backyard of McVoy neighborhood.
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Shops and eateries along the DIP
It's easy to hop on Dauphin Island Parkway, known by locals as "DIP or "the Parkway," to dine out. Bama Bob's, featuring an umbrella-decked outdoor patio, is the spot for award-winning barbecue by the pound and a full menu of sandwiches and combo platters. North on the Parkway, residents grocery shop at Piggly Wiggly DIP. For fresh-caught fish, crab legs, jumbo shrimp and all the fixings, locals head a bit further north to hand-pick selections from the bright and well-stocked Mudbugs DIP Seafood. "Many locals will get in their boats and travel down Dog River to have lunch or dinner at the River Shack," Greene says. "It's also an easy 25-minute drive down the Parkway to Dauphin Island, where you'll find lots of great restaurants, or you can visit the Sea Lab or just walk along the beach and enjoy the sunset."
Bama Bob's BBQ is the spot for award-winning barbecue in McVoy.
There's a Piggly Wiggly near McVoy for residents to stock their pantries.
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Parks in this Area
Trimmier Park
McNally Park
Boating
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Newhouse Park & Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Doyle Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Dog River Park
Boating
Dog Park
Lake
Schwarz Park
Boating
Kayak/Canoe
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Mobile Regional
34 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
McVoy
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
McVoy Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in McVoy, Mobile sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in McVoy, Mobile over the last 12 months is $99,250, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great investment opportunity! This home is located in the Gulf Dale subdivision and currently leased and ready for immediate rental income. This 3/2 home features a split bedroom floor plan with the master bedroom on the right side of the home and two additional bedrooms on the left. The spacious living area as you enter has a great stone fireplace. The kitchen has ample amount of cabinets and
This home is FHA/VA ready! Looking for an updated house near the water but outside the flood zone? This home features a brand new roof(2025) and fresh paint inside and out. The water heater is new(2023), and the central HV/AC has recently been serviced recently. Step inside to find gleaming tile and luxury vinyl flooring throughout. The kitchen is large, and the seller will convey all appliances.
Just over half acre lot (approx 100 x 240) near Dauphin Island Parkway that's zoned R-3 multi-family residential (with a sub-district of suburban). Partially cleared (not heavily wooded) and ready for development..........Parcel Key: 03150477...............Parcel ID: R023207400002015.001...............Owner is a licensed agent in the state of Alabama.
All available apartments are filled by eligible Applicants on a first come/first serve basis. Please call or come by today for an Application and current availability!! Income Restrictions apply. Vouchers Accepted. Call today!!This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,637
Median Age
34
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,833
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,490
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
26.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
On par with 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®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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