Why Live in Belmeade
Belmeade in Mobile, AL, is a suburban neighborhood on the edge of West Mobile County, featuring a mix of rural ranch-style homes and newer developments. The neighborhood is divided into two sections: the eastern side with older ranch-style homes and cottages on large, woodsy lots, and the Hunters Cove subdivision with contemporary Craftsman-style and Neoclassical-inspired homes. The eastern section lacks sidewalks but offers quiet streets and privacy, while Hunters Cove has sunny sidewalks and fenced backyards. Local schools include Meadowlake Elementary, Katherine H. Hankins Middle, and Theodore High, which offer various extracurricular activities and partnerships with local businesses. Belmeade is close to several parks, such as Boykin Park and Heroes Park, both about 5 miles away, and Medal of Honor Park, 9 miles away, which features a playground, tennis court, and dog park. Muddy Creek Wetlands Management Area, 8 miles from the neighborhood, provides hiking and birdwatching opportunities. For shopping and dining, residents can visit the retail area on Theodore Dawes Road, 3 miles away, or the larger commercial hub on Schillinger Road, 8 miles away. Major thoroughfares like Theodore Dawes Road and Three Notch Road connect Belmeade to surrounding communities, with Interstate 10 just 3 miles away for easy access to downtown Mobile, 17 miles away. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with the nearest public transportation in Tillman's Corner, 5 miles away. Nearby amenities include USA Health Providence Hospital and Mobile Regional Airport, both 9 miles away.