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Scenic Hill
Homes
Architectural styles differ across subdivisions, though homebuyers can expect to see spacious lawns across the board. Pecan Pointe offers beige, brick American Craftsman homes with sidewalks and attached garages, while the homes of Joy Wood show French Colonial influence, with steeply sloped roofs. Youngstowne Hill offers larger American Craftsman homes, albeit without sidewalks. In Roseland Heights, homebuyers will find an eclectic mix of ranch-style homes, bungalows, Cape Cod homes and more. Home prices usually range between $200,000 and $350,000. Lots tend to be half an acre or larger, running up to 2 or more.
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From elementary school to career training
Scenic Hill students can attend Allentown Elementary, which receives a B from Niche; Semmes Middle, which receives a C; and Mary G. Montgomery High, which receives a C-plus. Montgomery High students can take courses at Faulkner Career Tech Center starting in 10th grade and earn varying amounts of college credit. This off-campus learning takes place during two blocks of the school day, so students should keep in mind they will have to plan their schedules accordingly to complete their required high school classes. For hands-on education, parents and teachers can bring kids to Linda’s Learning Farm, where visitors can milk cows, care for freshly laid eggs and learn all about farms and animals.
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The absence of bustling highways keeps the neighborhood scenic
No interstates or major highways pass through Scenic Hill, though US Route 98, or Moffett Road, is about 5 minutes north. Snow Road North and Howells Ferry Road are the main north-south and east-west thoroughfares, respectively. Mobile Regional Airport is southeast of Scenic Hill, about a 10-minute drive away. Downtown Mobile is about 30 minutes east by car.
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Eating out and shopping in Semmes
Residents will find some eating options in downtown Semmes. Locals can start off the day right at Yellowhammer Coffee, a Mobile chain. House of Pizza is the go-to spot for delicious New York-style pizza. Pies vary in size, going all the way up to 28 inches in diameter. And customers shouldn’t think that pizza is all they’re good for, with residents adoring the fried green beans and fried pickles as much as the pies. When locals are craving tasty barbecue, Hickory Pit Too can’t be beat, known for their Boss Hawg, 20 ounces of hamburger and 6 ounces of pulled pork served on a plate-sized bun and decked with various toppings. Residents can fulfill their shopping needs at the Winn-Dixie right downtown. Other shops like Dollar General can be found up Moffett Road.
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Catching fish and cooling off
Big Creek Lake spans some 3,600 acres and is Mobile’s biggest source of freshwater. The reservoir is available for boating, which might be easiest for residents from Fox Landing, a boat ramp found at the western end of Howells Ferry Road. Anglers can expect to encounter bass, crappies, bluegills and more. They can also spend a day fishing on the pond at Semmes Municipal Park, while children can get wet and flop around like fish at the park’s splash pad. The park also features a playground, pavilions and a disc golf course created by renowned designer John Houck.
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Scenic Hill residents love community events
“We have the annual Camellia Show every January at Semmes Heritage Park,” says Elizabeth Lovelady, Events Coordinator and Deputy City Clerk for the City of Semmes. At the Camellia Festival, visitors can admire the camellia displays, attend lectures on the flower or buy some of their own. “Anytime we do anything, hold any kind of event, the entire community shows up and comes together.”
Written By
Alexander Breuhan
Photography Contributed By
Pete Barrett
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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
80 Total Sales
1 in Scenic Hill
$236,000 Price
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Hanna Rudzinsky
Hanna Rudzinsky
Revitalize Realty LLC
(251) 283-5370
102 Total Sales
1 in Scenic Hill
$220,000 Price
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Hon Beck
Hon Beck
Beck Properties Real Estate
(251) 655-2681
89 Total Sales
1 in Scenic Hill
$236,000 Price
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Tara Gaines
Tara Gaines
eXp Realty Southern Branch
(770) 999-0987
199 Total Sales
1 in Scenic Hill
$223,000 Price
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Bert Hubbell
Bert Hubbell
Green Real Estate
(256) 464-2123
71 Total Sales
1 in Scenic Hill
$224,500 Price
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Kristian Calvert
Kristian Calvert
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Smith Homes
(251) 283-5227
78 Total Sales
1 in Scenic Hill
$235,000 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
Semmes Municipal Park
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Tanner Williams Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Camelia Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Semmes Recreation & Community Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Millers Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Concessions
Semmes Heritage Park
Transit
Scenic Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Scenic Hill, Semmes sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Scenic Hill, Semmes over the last 12 months is $465,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$715,890
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$721,815
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$265
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
612
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,714
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,047
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
1,610
Median Age
39
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,690
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,952
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
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®
24
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 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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