Outer West Mobile
Rural Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile County 36608, 36695
Diverse home architecture
West of downtown Mobile, Outer West Mobile is mostly composed of woodlands, pastures and nurseries. There’s plenty of room for new development, and lots in the area tend to be spacious, usually between one-acre and up to an entire farm. Many lawns feature native plants in the landscaping. “It’s not a cookie-cutter neighborhood,” says broker Paul Powers who works with Power Real Estate and has 16 years of experience in the area. Homes in Outer West Mobile are an assortment of different styles: ranch-style homes, French-inspired homes, mansions on estates, waterfront homes and contemporary houses. Sales prices range from $225,000 for a ranch-style home to $2 million for a mansion on an estate. “The area has low crime and a low cost of living compared to the rest of the country,” Powers says.
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Recreation on Big Creek Lake and on land
At Big Creek Lake, locals can find boat ramps for a day on the water and go bank fishing. West Mobile County Park features a disc golf course, a playground and picnic tables. It also offers athletes lighted fields for football, soccer and softball. The county sponsors sports leagues like girls' softball, adult softball and youth soccer, and regional tournaments like the Babe Ruth Regional often take place at the park.
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Mobile County Public Schools
Students in Outer West Mobile go to the Mobile County Public School District, which earns a B-minus grade according to Niche. Schools include Elsie Collier Elementary School, Semmes Middle School and Mary G. Montgomery High School. The elementary school has a B grade, the middle school has a C and the high school earns a C-plus rating on Niche. The high school offers unique programs like the Academy of Agri-Business and the Academy of Business Management.
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Events at the library and Hatcher Farms
At Semmes Library, locals can go to events like Storytimes, chess club meetings and craft sessions. Hatcher Farms is a family-owned and operated events venue just outside city limits. Situated on plentiful acreage, the tranquil venue is surrounded by towering oak trees. The reception area has an open floor plan, high ceilings and oversized windows. Bride and groom suites provide plenty of room for the wedding party. The grounds feature a stocked pond with a floating dock, a courtyard with fireplace and seating for 400 people.
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13-mile commute
About 13 miles from downtown Mobile, residents of Outer West Mobile can easily commute to the big city via Cottage Hill Road by car since there is no public transit in the area. As for a nearby hospital, locals can go to the Mobile Infirmary. Residents can also access the Mobile International Airport for further travel from business trips to vacations.Countryside stores and nearby eateries
Residents can stock up on groceries at Winn Dixie. At G&D Feed, the rural community can find feeds for animals. The store also carries hardware and farm essentials. Known for its nurseries, Outer West Mobile has many varieties of plants to choose from. TLC Liners Nursery has been in business for 20 years and specializes in ornamental horticulture, including a variety of shrubs. As for restaurants, Highway 217 Cafe serves breakfasts in a relaxed, down-home atmosphere. Semmes House of Pizza offers New York-style pies in an interior with booth seating and TVs to watch sports games.
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K.T. Phillips
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brooks Beck
Brooks Beck
Responds QuicklyBeck Properties Real Estate
(251) 220-9643
76 Total Sales
3 in Outer West Mobile
$41K - $478K Price Range
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Hanna Rudzinsky
Hanna Rudzinsky
Revitalize Realty LLC
(251) 283-5370
101 Total Sales
1 in Outer West Mobile
$199,000 Price
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Elizabeth Dover
Elizabeth Dover
Responds QuicklyBellator Real Estate, LLC
(251) 644-6326
11 Total Sales
1 in Outer West Mobile
$277,000 Price
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Leanne Carpenter
Leanne Carpenter
RE/MAX Realty Professionals
(251) 655-2286
161 Total Sales
1 in Outer West Mobile
$190,000 Price
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Bert Hubbell
Bert Hubbell
Green Real Estate
(256) 464-2123
69 Total Sales
1 in Outer West Mobile
$288,000 Price
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Sheila Jones
Sheila Jones
Coastal Alabama Real Estate
(251) 607-1498
127 Total Sales
2 in Outer West Mobile
$212,000 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
Semmes Municipal Park
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Westside Ballpark
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Tanner Williams Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
McCants-Chavers Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Semmes Heritage Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Outer West Mobile | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Outer West Mobile Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Outer West Mobile, Mobile sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Outer West Mobile, Mobile over the last 12 months is $265,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$295,000
Median Sale Price
$265,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$278,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
123
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$155
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,291
Number of Homes for Sale
46
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
4.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,124
Above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,770
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,095
Median Age
39
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,031
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,228
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91%
College Graduates
25.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.8%
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®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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