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Terrace Hills

Terrace Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama

Mobile County 36693

$214,484 Average Value
$120 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

An established neighborhood in the middle of West Mobile

Terrace Hills is an established neighborhood, but not only in the sense that its ranch-style homes have been there for a while. So have their residents. “Terrace Hills a neighborhood where a lot of the original owners, or their kids, are still there,” says Bill Hinton, Associate Broker with Roberts Brothers who has been selling homes in Mobile for 36 years. “Nobody wants to move from there, is my guess.” With so many amenities near to homes, it’s easy to see why locals would want to stay. “As far as location goes, Terrace Hills is great,” Hinton says. “It’s right in the middle of West Mobile, and it’s affordable. It’s got everything close by. You’ve got all kinds of shopping, like Walmart and Publix, and you have easy access to Interstate 65.” Locals also have plenty of eating options along Cottage Hill Road, along with a green space in the geographic heart of their community.
A view of a culdesac of small homes in the Terrace Hills neighborhood.
A view of a culdesac of small homes in the Terrace Hills neighborhood.
Ranch-style homes are scattered throughout the Terrace Hills neighborhood.
Ranch-style homes are scattered throughout the Terrace Hills neighborhood.
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Ranch-style homes and more

Contrary to its name, Terrace Hills isn’t all hilly. Streets and lots have a gentle incline in the north. But other subdivisions like Madison Place have more dynamic terrain. What all subdivisions tend to offer are manicured lawns and mature trees. Sidewalks can be found beside residential streets in the southwest side of the neighborhood. Homes on the north half of the neighborhood primarily follow ranch-style designs. In the south, homes are larger, and there’s a mix of Cape Cod, Colonial Revival and Greek Revival, alongside the usual ranch homes. Some show French country style and Victorian influence. “Many of the houses were built in the ‘50s, so it’s an established neighborhood: one of the oldest in the area,” Hinton says. Houses don’t enter the market often, he also notes. “If something does come up for sale, and it’s been updated, it starts around $150,000. Otherwise, it’s closer to $50,000,” Hinton says. Prices get up to just under $300,000, with most houses going for around the $200,000 mark.
A row of ranch-style homes in the Terrace Hills Neighborhood.
A row of ranch-style homes in the Terrace Hills Neighborhood.
A traditional two-story home in the Terrace Hills neighborhood.
A traditional two-story home in the Terrace Hills neighborhood.
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Recreation in Terrace Hills

Laun Park is near the heart of Terrace Hills, featuring an open field ideal for tossing frisbees around or playing games. Little kids will love the park’s wading pool and playground while adolescents and adults will love the recreational center, which offers games like ping pong and air hockey. Athletes can head down to Mims Park for sports like baseball, softball and soccer or up to Medal of Honor Park for more sports fields plus tennis courts and a disc golf course.
Luan Park welcomes families to explore its serene trail and beautiful setting in Terrace Hills
Luan Park welcomes families to explore its serene trail and beautiful setting in Terrace Hills
Medal of Honor Park is the jewel of the surrounding neighborhoods, including Terrace Hills.
Medal of Honor Park is the jewel of the surrounding neighborhoods, including Terrace Hills.
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Getting a head-start at college

Students can start off at Olive J. Dodge Elementary and Burns Middle, both of which receive C ratings from Niche. They can finish up at C-plus-rated Murphy High. Murphy High students can dual-enroll in classes at the University of Alabama or Bishop State Community College and participate in the University of Alabama’s Early College program. Possible benefits of the latter include eligibility for scholarships at the university’s honor society.
Olive J. Dodge Elementary School is in the heart of Terrace Hills, Mobile, AL.
Olive J. Dodge Elementary School is in the heart of Terrace Hills, Mobile, AL.
Cranford H. Burns Middle School is a great choice for families in Terrace Hills, Mobile.
Cranford H. Burns Middle School is a great choice for families in Terrace Hills, Mobile.
Murphy High School is a public high school located in Mobile, AL.
Murphy High School is a public high school located in Mobile, AL.
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Mobilians are nuts about pecans

The Alabama Pecan Festival takes place in nearby Tillmans Corner every first weekend of November. Aside from enjoying live music, carnival games and loads of pecans, attendees can also see the crowning of the Pecan Festival Queen.

Close to the highway and between Mobile and Mississippi

US Highway 90 passes by the south end of Terrace Hills, and from there, Interstates 10 and 65 are a short distance away. Downtown Mobile is 20 minutes away by car, and Pascagoula, Mississippi is 40 minutes away. Wave bus route 18 passes through Cottage Hill Road each way but only once an hour.
Government Blvd., also known as Hwy 90, is a main thoroughfare in Terrace Hills.
Government Blvd., also known as Hwy 90, is a main thoroughfare in Terrace Hills.
You are never far from an interstate in Terrace Hills, like I-10.
You are never far from an interstate in Terrace Hills, like I-10.
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Barbecue, seafood and spicy paletas

When it comes to serving up a delicious barbecue dinner, Meat Boss really is the meat boss, voted “Best Barbecue Restaurant” by readers of Lagniappe Weekly. If residents are more in the mood for some under-the-sea fare, they might stop by K&D Seafood for jumbo shrimp and other entrees served with sides like fried okra and sausage links. For dessert with a spicy kick, residents visit Jefe Paletas for their Mexican ice pops with flavors like mango tajin. A few shopping centers can be found along Cottage Hill Road, with supermarkets like Publix and Walmart Neighborhood Market.
Publix on Cottage Hill Rd. is the Terrace Hills residents top spot for groceries.
Publix on Cottage Hill Rd. is the Terrace Hills residents top spot for groceries.
K & D Seafood has a colorful and lively exterior in Terrace Hills neighborhood.
K & D Seafood has a colorful and lively exterior in Terrace Hills neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Mobile Regional

22 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Terrace Hills US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Terrace Hills Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$230,000
Median Sale Price
$217,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$120

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,374
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,971
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,422
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
19,602

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,163
Median Age
42
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.4%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$49,021
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,942

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
23.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.4%
% Population in Labor Force
51.4%
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®

20 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

17 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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