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Suburban living in western Mobile
Melrose’s ranch-style homes sit just west of the Mobile Regional Airport, about 15 miles from downtown. Jennifer Ballard, a local Realtor at Bellator Real Estate & Development, “that western part of Mobile is considered more family-friendly and safer.” Highly rated schools are nearby, and West Mobile County Park is fewer than 5 miles away. While many of the homes are older, new residential developments have been popping up in the center of Melrose since the late 2010s. Ballard says this growth is projected to continue. “Developers recently bought up a lot of the empty land out there to expand the subdivision.”
Find your forever home in the heart of Melrose, where memories are made.
Melrose is a Mobile, Alabama suburb where life slows down and happiness thrives.
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New Traditional ranch-style homes in Maxwell Place
Melrose’s oldest homes date back to the 1980s and ‘90s. These ranch-style houses are situated along wide residential streets on the neighborhood’s southwest side. Many of the roads end in cul-de-sacs with large storm drains. This helps prevent minor flooding during the rainy season, which usually runs from June through September. On average, these older homes range from $150,000 to $250,000. Melrose’s newest properties are neatly arranged around a central roundabout in the Maxwell Place subdivision. Built in the late 2010s, these New Traditional ranch-style houses have front-facing two-car garages and sunny back patios. Prices here usually range from $300,000 to $400,000.
In Melrose, neighbors become friends, and every smile feels like home.
Melrose is a hidden gem with tree-lined streets and welcoming smiles.
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Mobile Regional Airport is moving downtown
Melrose sits just outside the city limits, immediately west of the Mobile Regional Airport. While the U.S. Coast Guard and Airbus Space and Defense still train at the facilities, Ballard says commercial flights will move downtown in 2025. “They’re relocating to Brookley Field and building one of the longest runways in the area; it’s going to be our first international airport.”
Mobile Regional Airport connects Melrose locals to their favorite cities.
Mobile International Airport is outside the Melrose neighborhood, but near enough to commute.
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Snow Road links to the City of Semmes
Most folks have cars for everyday travel. State Route 56, or Airport Boulevard, runs along the neighborhood’s south edge. It links to the Mississippi border about 10 miles west, and Midtown Mobile is about the same distance east. Snow Road bounds the west side of Melrose and serves as a convenient shortcut to the nearby City of Semmes.
Melrose is a peaceful retreat with a welcoming spirit.
Schilinger and Airport Roads have all the shopping and dining any Melrose resident could want.
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Baker High has 10 career academies
Students in Melrose can attend Mobile County Schools. Elsie Collier Elementary and Causey Middle score Bs on Niche, while Baker High School gets a B-plus. Baker has 10 Academies specializing in subjects ranging from hospitality and tourism to early childhood education.
Melrose residents can send their children to Elsie Collier Elementary School.
Causey Middle School serves the Melrose neighborhood.
Baker High School offers a number of extracurricular courses for Melrose residents.
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Community sports leagues at West Mobile County Park
West Mobile County Park is fewer than 5 miles from Melrose. It has eight ball fields that host the county’s adult and youth softball leagues and an 18-hole disc golf course. West Mobile Swim Club is just outside the neighborhood. A family-owned business, the Club has a water slide, diving boards and lap lanes, where the swim team competes each Thursday during the summer.
Melrose families can spend quality time at Westside Park practicing baseball.
Melrose residents can play a round or two at Magnolia Golf Course.
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Joe's Pizza & Pasta is a local staple
Vigouroux Market Place is a small shopping center adjacent to Melrose. It has a Winn-Dixie, a Walgreens and a couple of fast-food spots. In 2023, Yellowhammer Coffee moved into the gas station right across the street. A family-owned local franchise, the coffee shop serves seasonal brews every day but Sunday. Joe’s Pizza & Pasta is a longtime staple restaurant on the other side of Melrose. Continuing about 2 miles east, Schillinger Road has big box stores, restaurant chains and national retailers like Ulta and Hobby Lobby.
Melrose residents hail Joe's Pizza & Pasta as the best around.
Melrose locals can soak up the flavor of Briquettes Steakhouse on Schillinger Road.
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Parks in this Area
Medal of Honor Park
West Mobile County Park
Football
Picnic Area
Playground
Hillside Heights Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Pool
Westside Ballpark
Baseball/Softball
Playground
McCants-Chavers Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Pool
Transit
Airport
Mobile Regional
12 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Melrose
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Melrose, Mobile sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Melrose, Mobile over the last 12 months is $221,505, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautiful 1993 built home is ready for a new family to move in right away with the Seller leaving the TV, tables, chairs, small , bed, washer, dryer, refrigerator, and freezer with the house. New owner will not have to buy much furnitures for this house. New HVAC installed in 2024, water heater replaced in 2022, New floor in living room and hallway as well. All information deemed
Welcome to this beautiful and well-maintained home located in Trailwood subdivision, Mobile, AL, near Snow and Airport Rd. Property Features: • 3 Bedrooms: Spacious and cozy rooms • 2 Bathrooms: Featuring modern fixtures and ample space. • Open-Concept Living Area: Great for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet family time. • Updated Kitchen, updated / new appliances and plenty of cabinet space
Welcome to 682 Begeman Rd in the very desirable Maxwell Place community. This five year old, "Silver Fortified" home is conveniently located in West Mobile close to schools, restaurants, and more. The open floor plan and LVP flooring gives you a very inviting living room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The kitchen features luxurious granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and durable
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,243
Median Age
35
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,952
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,455
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.4%
Advanced Degrees
7.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
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®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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