Pierce Creek
Rural Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile County 36608
Ranch-styles, Creole cottages and lakefront properties
The neighborhood offers single-family, ranch-style homes, Creole cottages, stately contemporary brick houses and lakefront properties. Most homes were built in the late 1990s, ranging from $215,000 to $400,000, but newly constructed homes are also available in the Heritage Lake subdivision, starting at $310,900. Summerlake subdivision residents are treated to pristine lake views right in their backyards and have easy access to go fishing or boating, with homes there starting at $290,900. Pierce Creek offers three- to five-bedroom homes boasting multi-car garages, nicely paved walkways and lush, spacious lawns spanning up to 5 acres. Residents take great pride in their homes, with beautifully landscaped yards adorned with ornamental shrubs, azaleas and palm trees. Some homes even boast satsuma trees, blueberry bushes, lemon trees and kumquat trees – giving a very warm and homey feel. Most yards are fenced-in, but some offer backyard gazebos, in-ground pools, koi ponds and intricate patios primed for entertaining. While residents enjoy solitude and tranquility in Pierce Creek, there’s fun to be had in all directions.
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Youth baseball and the West Mobile Swim Club
Pierce Creek residents enjoy picnicking, fishing or paddling around the expansive lake in the middle of the neighborhood. And while there aren’t any parks directly within the boundaries, Westside Park is just a 5-mile drive away, where residents can catch a youth baseball game, let the kids play or stroll around the park’s paved paths. West Mobile Swim Club is the local hub for summer fun. Members of the community pool can take a dip in the large outdoor pool or fly down the water slide. The club also offers swim lessons and competitive swimming.
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Archery, robotics and specialized academies
Served by the Mobile County Schools District, local students attend Elsie Collier Elementary School, Bernice J. Causey Middle School and Baker High School. Both the elementary and middle schools earned a B on Niche. Elsie Collier offers an archery team, a collaboration lab for interactive and digital learning and an annual block party. Earning an overall B-plus on Niche and ranked the No. 3 high school in Mobile County, Baker High provides baseball and softball teams, a robotics club and 10 academies, including marine sciences and engineering.
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Airport Boulevard connection to many amenities
Most shopping and dining options are easily accessible by hopping on Airport Boulevard, the southern border of the neighborhood. The route also gets residents to the University of South Alabama in 8 miles and Springhill and Providence Hospital in 7 miles. Pierce Creek’s proximity to Interstate 10 also allows residents to easily get around the rest of the broader Mobile area. The neighborhood is a 20-mile drive via I-10 to downtown Mobile for top dining and attractions and the beautiful Dog River and Mobile Bay.Cold pints and live music at Boondock's Bar & Grill
Airport Boulevard is a hub for shopping and dining. Residents can get a classic burger and fries at Whataburger. Or they can grab a cold pint, listen to live music and cheer on the Alabama Crimson Tide at Boondock’s Bar & Grill. Joe’s Piza & Pasta is also a popular spot with locals, and residents can enjoy a sweet treat from Southern Cream, an upscale ice cream truck. In the Vigouroux Marketplace shopping center, residents can get essentials at Winn-Dixie, Walgreens or Rite-Aid. The strip also boasts a hair salon, Subway and gas station. On the other side of the street is Region’s Bank and Compass Urgent Care. For more diverse shopping, head 5 miles up Airport Boulevard to the Mobile Flea Market, the Gulf Coast’s largest flea market, which boasts about 800 vendors from all over the world. Here, grab a burger, cotton candy and fresh-squeezed lemonade while perusing its treasure trove of unique finds.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kristian Calvert
Kristian Calvert
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Smith Homes
(251) 283-5227
77 Total Sales
1 in Pierce Creek
$330,000 Price
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Brooks Beck
Brooks Beck
Responds QuicklyBeck Properties Real Estate
(251) 220-9643
76 Total Sales
1 in Pierce Creek
$300,000 Price
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Marenda Harper
Marenda Harper
Responds QuicklyHarper Realty, LLC.
(228) 432-6994
384 Total Sales
1 in Pierce Creek
$373,900 Price
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Kevin Loper
Kevin Loper
Responds QuicklyRoberts Brothers West
(251) 319-3308
348 Total Sales
3 in Pierce Creek
$290K - $356K Price Range
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Rebecca Rel
Rebecca Rel
Responds QuicklyWellhouse Real Estate LLC
(228) 395-8657
57 Total Sales
1 in Pierce Creek
$220,000 Price
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JC Smith
JC Smith
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Spring Hill
(251) 277-5003
58 Total Sales
1 in Pierce Creek
$268,000 Price
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
West Mobile County Park
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Hillside Heights Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Westside Ballpark
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Tanner Williams Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
McCants-Chavers Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Pierce Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pierce Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pierce Creek, Mobile sell after 90 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Pierce Creek, Mobile over the last 12 months is $315,475, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$318,900
Median Sale Price
$315,475
Median Single Family Sale Price
$315,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
84
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$161
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
458
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
3.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,124
Above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,681
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
973
Median Age
41
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,959
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,051
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
23.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
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®
24
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17
/ 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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