$424,700

159 S Dearborn St Mobile, AL 36602

$5,043
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,400 sqft
$303 / sqft
House

Property details

About 159 S Dearborn St

MR & MRS Meticulous live here!!! Affectionately called "Blu Bell" by the sellers and now lots of the neighbors! Located in Downtown Mobile in the popular Church Street East Historic District (CSE) will welcome you. It's a very active neighborhood. Lots of fun activities. Historic Home built in 1866 but updated to perfection. This remodel started in earnest in 2019 & continued into 2024. There is information regarding all of these upgrades and their cost inside the home & here. Walk into the Formal dining room with its gleaming refinished hardwood floors & "see through" Fireplace to the Living room. The living room opens onto beautiful outdoor living space. It's a courtyard with multiple seating areas. 2 bedrooms with 2 baths but there is an office with great built-ins and it could easily be a 3rd bedroom. Updates include All exterior doors & all exterior siding replaced, 3 porches rebuilt & front fence (Tiger wood)=2018. New Heater & Air Conditioner & Ductwork=2018. Kitchen Appliances=2018. Roof & Windows=2019. Quartz countertops & cabinet doors & hardware=2022. Exterior paint=2022. Refinished hardwood floors=2022. Yard sodded=2024. Will LOVE THIS ONE!!! ***Listing Broker makes no representation to accuracy of square footage. Buyer to verify. Any/All updates per seller(s).*** Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,400 sqft
Year built1866
MLS #370797
FireplaceGas Log, Living Room, Gas

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Office/Study, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Living Room, Gas
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: None
  • Exterior: Patio, Porch Side, None, Storage
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $424,700
  • Price/SqFt: $303
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,767
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: Downtown Mobile-From the corner of Broad ST & Government BLVD. go East on Government Blvd to Right on South Dearborn St. House on Left.
  • Year Built: 1866
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,400 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 370797
  • MLS Name: Baldwin County
  • Office Name: Roberts Brothers West
  • Office Email: kevinloper@robertsbrothers.com
  • Listing Agent: Kevin Loper

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 02, 2018
Home Sold
$198,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$27,680$1,767
2022$28,200$1,800
2021$28,460$1,817
2019$26,400$1,676
2018$22,040$1,399
2017$16,300$1,035

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Howard Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

957 Dr Martin L King Jr Ave

10

W H Council Traditional School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.0 mi

751 Wilkinson St

6

Leinkauf Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

1410 Monroe 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 $34,444. Residents of Mobile, AL typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

81%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

4%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
53%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Chico'sChico's
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 159 S Dearborn St

The listing price of 159 S Dearborn St property is $424,700.

The property 159 S Dearborn St is a house located in Mobile, Alabama, 36602.

Active Listing: 159 S Dearborn St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 159 S Dearborn St are: Howard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), W H Council Traditional School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Leinkauf Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dunbar Creative Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Calloway - Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Washington Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Williamson High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Murphy High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Leflore High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,767 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 2, 2018 for $198,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 159 S Dearborn St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 159 S Dearborn St is 1,400 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 159 S Dearborn St is 1866.

This home is located at 159 S Dearborn St in Mobile, AL and zip code 36602 in the Central Business District neighborhood. This 1,400 square foot home was built in 1866. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $424,700.

While more than 17 listings in Mobile, AL in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 11 listings sold at asking price, and more than 37 were sold below. The number of listings in Mobile, AL increased by 29.2% between March and April 2025.

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

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