$7,422

closing credit¹

1008 Government St Mobile, AL 36604

$625,000
7 beds
7 full, 1 partial
5,837 sqft
$107 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1008 Government St

Fabulous Opportunity to own a stunning historic home in the Oakleigh Garden District! Wonderful architectural details: Stately front porch that opens into a central hall with grand staircase w/ coffered beamed ceilings & original wood pegged plank flooring. Home is nearly 6000 Sqft. w/ an additional 1000 sqft of attic space. Property was originally part of the Joshua Kennedy estate & contains many details on the interior of a previous greek revival home. The home was redesigned by famed Mobile architect Rudolph Benz in 1888 for the family of Charles F. Hopkins. Hopkins owned the property from 1875 to 1926. The home in the past was used as a bed and breakfast & recently as a single family. Enter the grand front hall with a 18'x18' parlor to the left, and the 18'x 20' formal dining to the right. The home contains 7 (perhaps 8) bedrooms, with one ensuite located on the first floor, 7 baths, a commercial kitchen and first floor paneled music/billiard room, with wet bar, 6 decorative fireplaces, a wonderful front porch and even a balcony off the turreted front bedroom. All of this gives the home an exceptional historic feel. The home sits on a lot surrounded by Satsuma trees and Live Oaks. The lot is long and backs up to Conti street with parking for up to 30 cars; which has been very useful during Mardi Gras and city events. The home has an architectural shingle roof done in 2021, 2 newer HVACs, commercial tankless water heater. Much updated plumbing and electrical. Much of the siding was replaced and the exterior has been freshly painted. The home has had much work completed in recent years and is just looking for your finishing touches. All updates are per the seller. Listing agent makes no representation to accuracy of sqft. Any/all updates are per the seller(s). Buyer to verify. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Highlights

StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size5,837 sqft
Year built1888
ParkingSingle Carport
MLS #363506
FireplaceInoperable

Summary

  • MLS Number: 363506
  • MLS Name: Baldwin County
  • Office Name: Roberts Brothers TREC
  • Office Email: bryanolson@robertsbrothers.com
  • Listing Agent: Bryan Olson

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 23, 2022
Home Sold
$520,000
Mar 16, 2016
Home Sold
$120,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$67,470$8,578
2022$26,640$1,625
2021$22,010$1,341
2019$18,700$1,120
2018$24,780$1,506
2017$21,480$1,296

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Howard Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

957 Dr Martin L King Jr Ave

6

Leinkauf Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

1410 Monroe St

10

W H Council Traditional School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.0 mi

751 Wilkinson St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,418. Residents of Mobile, AL typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

53%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

64%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
17%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • MazdaMazda
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • RockRock
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1008 Government St

This home is located at 1008 Government St in Mobile, AL and zip code 36604. This 5,837 square foot home was built in 1888. Features: 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $625,000.

While more than 9 listings in Mobile, AL in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 13 listings sold at asking price, and more than 33 were sold below. The number of listings in Mobile, AL increased by 25.2% between December and January 2025. In January 2025 median list price was $249,180 and the average listing age was 58 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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