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A historic neighborhood east of downtown Mobile
Part of Mobile’s historic Oakleigh Garden District, the Washington Square neighborhood is home to its namesake park and a walkable distance from downtown and midtown. The tight residential blocks of the neighborhood are a popular walking area for lovers of old homes. The neighborhood brims with old Southern charm, from the old saw palmettos and curling branches of ancient oaks to the stately verandas looking out on the manicured lawns.
Downtown Mobile can be seen in the skyline over Washington Square homes.
Mature oak trees stretch over paved walkways at Washington Square Park in Mobile, Alabama
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Old Southern charm in historic Washington Square
This historic neighborhood is primarily composed of early 20th-Century homes, ranging from ranch-style and bungalows to Southern Colonials and Greek Revivals. A few 1980s builds are scattered throughout, but many of these houses have stood for a century or more. Many homes include ornamental details, like carved columns and picket fences. Local realtor Lauren Jackson, who has been selling homes in the area for years, says, “You wouldn’t live here if you didn’t want an old home.” Homes in Washington Square usually sell in the $250,000 to $300,000 range after an average of 30 days on the market. As these are historic homes, any plans to dramatically alter the facade of a home will require approval of the Mobile Review Board. However, updates to the interior, like modernizing the kitchen or the house’s wiring, are allowed and have been proven to increase property value, increasing the value to $600,000 or more.
Two story houses in the Washington Square neighborhood feature multiple balconies.
A picturesque treelined street runs through Mobile's Washington Square neighborhood.
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A historic namesake park
Parks are the social hub of the neighborhood, especially the namesake Washington Square Park. For over a century, residents have been enjoying the park. The park spans an entire city block, providing plenty of green space for sitting or strolling under the thick canopy of branches from the abundant trees. A large fountain, complete with cupid and dolphin statues, serves as the centerpiece of the park, but the cast iron deer statue is the more popular photo op to visitors.More variety lies in the western part of the neighborhood at Crawford Murphy Park. Residents can play a friendly game of tennis on one of the courts, or let their children play on the swings or slides at the park. Dog owners are welcome, as the park has specific space for four-legged patrons.
Washington Square Park is in close proximity to Washington Square residents.
Oak tree limbs drape the sidewalk at Washington Square Park in Mobile.
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Mobile’s historic high school
Neighborhood children attend the Mobile County Public Schools, starting out their education at Leinkauf Elementary, which has a C rating on Nich. Students continue on to Calloway Smith Middle School, rated C-minus, and will graduate from C-plus-rated Murphy High School. Fourteen Art Deco buildings scattered across the twenty-eight-acre campus make up Murphy High School, which was opened in the 1920s and placed on the United States Department of the Interior National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
Murphy High School in Mobile caters to Washington Square's older students.
Murphy High School is a major public institution serving Washington Square.
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Longstanding establishments in Washington Square
A few diverse restaurants are scattered throughout Washington Square. Since 1946, locals have been going to Callaghan’s Irish Social Club to socialize and enjoy some of their renowned hamburgers. Saucy Q Bar B Que sources fresh, local ingredients to create regional barbecue favorites. The Hummingbird Way takes advantage of Mobile’s proximity to the ocean to offer fresh seafood dishes at their upscale eatery. Greer’s CashSaver keeps Washington Square residents stocked up with specialty and essential groceries. This local grocery chain has been serving Washington Square for decades.
Saucy Q Bar B Que in Mobile serves classic southern staples to diners from Washington Square.
A Washington Square staple, Callahan's Irish Social Club is an excellent pub to grab a drink.
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St. Patrick’s Day and Mardi Gras traditions
Washington Square is in the heart of the city’s annual Mardi Gras as both a stop on the parade route and a destination for parties. Many residents open their homes for parties hosted through one of the Oakleigh Historic District’s many social societies. Local restaurants also get in on the fun, offering specials and welcoming guests who want to keep the good vibes going. Callaghan’s Irish Social Club is more than a restaurant. The establishment brings the community together to enjoy local musicians through a regular calendar of live music. Their biggest event is the St. Patrick's Street Party. Food, drinks and traditional Irish music are in abundance during the festivities.Oakleigh House Museum is an example of historic homes and life in the 19th century. The neighborhood often experiences some traffic from tourists coming to visit the Oakleigh House Museum or stroll down the sidewalks to admire the historic homes
Washington Square residents enjoy their proximity to Callaghan's.
Callaghan's Irish Social Club is a Washington Square staple.
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Sidewalks and the Mobile bus route
Jackson says, “It’s a walkable area with lots of sidewalks.” Most shopping and dining can be accessed by foot, but The Wave city bus also operates in the area, making it easy for residents to leave Washington Square for other neighborhoods in Mobile. Most residents in the area own a car to aid commutes deeper into the city or for traveling to the beach.
Japanese Magnolia blooms in front of this Washington Square home.
The Washington Square neighborhood is a largely historical residential area of Mobile.
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Washington Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Washington Square, Mobile sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Washington Square, Mobile over the last 12 months is $240,000, down 53% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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