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#7545133, Dan Demers, Listing Office: Sell Your Home Services
$579,000 List price
257 Mcdonald Ave Mobile, AL 36604
$6,876
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
0.2 acres
House
Property details
About 257 Mcdonald Ave
Welcome to this storybook cottage located in the desirable Flo Claire neighborhood (Leinkauf Historic District) that has been beautifully renovated. A large living/dining area flows into the over-sized kitchen. The kitchen includes 2 prep areas with 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, a 66" wide frig/freezer, drink cooler, and gas cooktop - all top of the line appliances. Plus there's counter space for bar stools and eat in kitchen area. The laundry room/mud room is just off the kitchen that leads to the fenced backyard with a nice patio and a storage shed (not warranted). You will also enjoy the fruit producing Satsuma tree, fig tree and blueberry trees! Back inside, you will also find one bedroom and one full bathroom downstairs. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and one full bath. One of the bedrooms has an extra large closet that can be used for storage or even playing! The large primary suite and has vaulted ceilings. This 1928 charmer is definitely a house to see. It's a perfect mix of the old character and new updates! Make your appointment today!
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Unit(s)
Lot size0.1737 Acres
Year built1928
ParkingOn Street
MLS #7543716
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewOther
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Interior: Crown Molding, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: On Street
- Waterfront: None
- View: Other
- Exterior: Private Yard, Storage
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Multi Unit(s)
- List Price: $579,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,330
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Back Yard, Landscaped
- Year Built: 1928
- Lot Size: 0.1737 Acres
- MLS Number: 7543716
- MLS Name: GCMLS2
- Office Name: Courtney & Morris Springhill
- Listing Agent: Barbara Wells
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 03, 2021 | Home Sold | $475,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,020 | $4,330 |
| 2022 | $30,720 | $1,894 |
| 2021 | $31,400 | $1,938 |
| 2019 | $22,140 | $1,338 |
| 2018 | $22,140 | $1,338 |
| 2017 | $22,140 | $1,338 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Leinkauf Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•1410 Monroe St
4
Craighead Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•1000 S Ann St
4
Hall Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•1108 Antwerp St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,313. Typical income of Mobile, AL residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
40%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
7%
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?
52%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
White Castle
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Rock
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 257 Mcdonald Ave
The listing price of 257 Mcdonald Ave property is $579,000.
The property 257 Mcdonald Ave is a house located in Mobile, Alabama, 36604.
Active Listing: 257 Mcdonald Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 257 Mcdonald Ave are: Leinkauf Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Craighead Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Washington Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Dunbar Creative Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Calloway - Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), 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 $4,330 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 3, 2021 for $475,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 257 Mcdonald Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The year of construction for 257 Mcdonald Ave is 1928.
This home is located at 257 Mcdonald Ave in Mobile, AL and zip code 36604 in the Leinkauf neighborhood. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $579,000.
Mobile, AL housing market in April 2025 saw over 17 listings sold above listed price, more than 11 sold at listed price and over 37 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Mobile, AL between March and April 2025 increased by 29.2%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.