Oakleigh
Suburban Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile County 36617
Charming homes
Ranch-style brick residences primarily built in the 1970s and 1980s are set back from streets, and yards are often shaded with large trees. Some streets offer sidewalks, and others have larger front yards with long driveways. Smaller cottage styles with charming front porches add to the mix. Home prices average between $125,000 and $300,000, and you can still find investment lots for between $13,000 and $25,000. The overall vibe is relaxed and low-key, while you’re still within only around 4 miles of lively Downtown Mobile.
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Nearby outdoor amenities
Just a half-mile southeast, the Michael A. Figures Community Center is a multipurpose athletic, swimming and fitness facility that’s open to the public. Says Otto, “At Figures, we have a lot of events and programming, including summer nutrition, basketball leagues, dance, music, and life skills. We also have a computer lab and walking trails. What’s offered changes seasonally, and it’s all in our City of Mobile Activity Guide, which you can find online.”Henry Hank Aaron Park is near the site where Aaron’s childhood home once stood. An Alabama-shaped monument featuring a Hank Aaron etching is encircled by pavers engraved with names of Mobile’s baseball greats. The centerpiece of this 6-acre green space is its baseball-themed playground. Otto adds, “Hank Aaron played ball as a child on one of the park’s two baseball fields that are still used for youth leagues today. Aaron Park also has basketball courts and a field that’s used by local football programs.”
Less than a 2-mile drive from Oakleigh, locals can fish in Day Lake at the Frederick D. Richardson Jr. Tricentennial Park, named in honor of former local councilman Fred Richardson. Says Otto, “Centennial Park offers a lot. You have a nice walking trail there, a splash pad for the kids, picnic pavilions, and the Three Mile Creek fitness trail. You can even drop in a kayak at the launch on Three Mile Creek.”
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Mobile County Public Schools
Mobile County Public Schools gets a B-minus grade from Niche, and Oakleigh public school students may start at Ella Grant Elementary and move on to Booker T. Washington Middle. Older students head to LeFlore High Magnet High, which features Law Arts and Health Services programs with a career-focused curriculum. All three schools earn a C-minus grade from Niche.
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Community events
There’s always something fun going on in the Mobile area, and Oakleigh residents can ring in the New Year nearby in Mardi Gras Park, which only a 5-mile drive into downtown. The Moon Pie over Mobile celebration brings together bounce houses, a mini-resolution wall, MoonPie treats and well-known musical performers on the main stage, followed by the MoonPie drop at midnight.Local dining
A favorite stop-in for smoked and pulled platters on St. Stephens Road is Rodgers Bar-B-Q. Across the street, residents can stock up on groceries for home cooking at the neighborhood Piggly Wiggly, which shares the plaza with familiar fast-casual eateries, including Fry Daddy’s and Wild Wing Station.
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Important to Know
Accessible, easygoing Oakleigh is also known as Toulminville, and offers a suburban home where essentials, parks and downtown Mobile are all nearby.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Heidi Hall
Heidi Hall
IXL Real Estate LLC
(251) 385-9994
77 Total Sales
4 in Oakleigh
$45K - $174K Price Range
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Marsha McDuffie-Crawford
Marsha McDuffie-Crawford
IXL Real Estate LLC
(251) 319-4812
141 Total Sales
3 in Oakleigh
$10K - $90K Price Range
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Tomika Woods
Tomika Woods
IXL Real Estate LLC
(251) 319-2374
42 Total Sales
3 in Oakleigh
$17K - $174K Price Range
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Malcolm Seals
Malcolm Seals
TerrDomus LLC
(251) 319-5301
275 Total Sales
3 in Oakleigh
$17K - $158K Price Range
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Patrice Cox
Patrice Cox
Keller Williams Mobile
(251) 607-1594
185 Total Sales
3 in Oakleigh
$10K - $76K Price Range
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Jemiah Pickett
Jemiah Pickett
Real Estate Store
(251) 319-4177
54 Total Sales
3 in Oakleigh
$24K - $60K 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
Trinity Gardens Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Pool
McLean Park
- Trails
- Pickleball
- Multi-Purpose Field
Gorgas Park
Carver Park
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Trails
Mill Street Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oakleigh | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oakleigh Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oakleigh, Mobile sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakleigh, Mobile over the last 12 months is $89,900, up 95% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$100,000
Median Sale Price
$89,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$97,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
95%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$59
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,033
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,485
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,160
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,236
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,509
Median Age
46
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,210
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,516
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.4%
College Graduates
18.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.7%
% Population in Labor Force
35.5%
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®
27
/ 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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