Prospect is a quiet, decidedly rural neighborhood in western Mobile that offers residents a leafy escape just a short commute from the city center. While the neighborhood isn’t exactly swimming in amenities, and shopping and dining within Prospect is somewhat limited, residents are just a short drive from multiple shopping centers and a plethora of restaurants. The neighborhood’s most distinctive feature is probably the forests that cover most of its non-residential acres. While not technically designated as parks, these wooded areas give Prospect a sense of seclusion that really makes it stand out among Mobile neighborhoods.
Prospect
Suburban Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile County 36619
Homes
Prospect’s leafy environs have recently made it a bit of a hotspot for upscale developments. The neighborhood features a number of cul de sacs lined with spacious modern homes and sizable yards that back up onto the local woods. Throughout the neighborhood, potential homebuyers will find a wide range of building styles, from Craftsman and ranch-style homes to modern Colonial Revial-style houses and historic cottages. It’s also common for incoming residents to purchase plots in the neighborhood and build their own dream homes. You can find a midcentury ranch-style home in Prospect for as low as $135,000, while more spacious modern builds tend to sell for between $350,000 and $600,000
Schools
Schools serving the Prospect area are part of the Mobile County Public School System. O’Rourke Elementary has a B grade on Niche, while Katherine H. Hankins Middle School has a C on the site. Nearby Theodore High School has a C-plus grade and, like many Mobile-area high schools, has produced a number of NFL players. It offers a popular dual enrollment program through the nearby University of South Alabama, whereby students in grades 10 through 12 can take college courses for both high school and college credit.
Parks
When locals need to get outdoors—beyond their own backyard forests—they can visit one of the nearby parks in the area. West Mobile County Park offers a variety of recreational facilities including soccer and football fields, playgrounds and large picnic areas. The park is a favorite among locals for picnics, sports, and leisurely walks. There are also a number of smaller public green spaces like Boykin Park, offering everything from baseball fields to scenic walking trails.
Shopping and Dining
Shopping for residents in Prospect is facilitated by its proximity to several key commercial areas in Mobile. While the neighborhood itself maintains a predominantly residential character, the shopping centers and plazas surrounding nearby Mobile Retail Airport provide a nearly endless range of retail options. There are also a number of smaller local shops in the neighborhood itself, including the always-popular Ted and Nancy Fruit Stand. There are also major supermarkets in the neighborhood’s immediate vicinity, including Rouse’s. The dining scene in and around Prospect reflects the culinary landscape of Mobile. There are a number of excellent seafood, soul food and barbecue spots in and around the neighborhood, including highly-rated eateries like Happy Tails Seafood and Coach Brown’s BBQ.
Transportation
While Prospect can feel like it’s out in the middle of nowhere, the neighborhood is less than twenty miles from Downtown Mobile via Interstate 10, which is just a couple of miles south of the neighborhood. The nearby highway also makes it easy to get to the wildlife and wilderness areas that line the southern border of Alabama and Mississippi, as well as the scenic border town of Pascagoula, Mississippi, which is just 25 miles east along the interstate.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Judy French
Judy French
RE/MAX Partners
(251) 444-5535
216 Total Sales
3 in Prospect
$173K - $315K Price Range
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Kristian Calvert
Kristian Calvert
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Smith Homes
(251) 283-5227
74 Total Sales
1 in Prospect
$175,000 Price
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Ginger Hagenberg
Ginger Hagenberg
Responds QuicklyIXL Real Estate
(251) 277-4717
72 Total Sales
1 in Prospect
$246,000 Price
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Stacey Hastings
Stacey Hastings
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Realty Professionals
(251) 655-2591
63 Total Sales
1 in Prospect
$169,000 Price
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Edmund Zoghby
Edmund Zoghby
Responds QuicklyRoberts Brothers TREC
(251) 319-4856
14 Total Sales
1 in Prospect
$310,000 Price
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Kasey Lingenfelter
KL
Kasey Lingenfelter
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Mobile
(251) 319-4365
27 Total Sales
1 in Prospect
$455,000 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
Medal of Honor Park
Boykin Park
West Mobile County Park
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Westside Ballpark
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Mims Park Athletics
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Prospect | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prospect, Mobile sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Prospect, Mobile over the last 12 months is $276,036, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$285,900
Median Single Family Price
$285,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$141
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Months of Supply
1.60
Median List Price
$290,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
606
Median Year Built
1980
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,994
On par with the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,037
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
1,265
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,428
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,089
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.1%
College Graduates
27%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
67''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
11
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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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