Step into the timeless charm of this beautifully preserved 1925 Craftsman, where Southern hospitality meets modern comfort. Tucked beneath majestic, fairytale-like oak trees, this inviting home welcomes you with an oversized front porch complete with a handcrafted porch swing bed. The perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind after work, or spend lazy afternoons beneath the shade. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting layout featuring two spacious bedrooms, one full bath, generous living and dining rooms, a cozy sunroom, and a dedicated laundry room. Every space is filled with character while offering the comfort and functionality today's buyers are looking for. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard that's ideal for children, pets, entertaining, or simply enjoying your own private outdoor retreat. Located in the heart of Midtown, you'll love being within walking distance of local restaurants, downtown attractions, and entertainment. Plus, with access to downtown scooters and MobCity Rides, enjoying a night out couldn't be easier. This home offers more than just a place to live, it offers a true sense of community. The sellers have cherished the lifelong friendships they've built with wonderful neighbors and are only moving because their growing family needs more space. Enjoy peace of mind knowing many of the major updates have already been completed, including a new HVAC system (October 2023), attic insulation and flooring for additional storage (2024), a new privacy fence (2024), and a brand-new FORTIFIED roof (May 2025). Don't miss your opportunity to own a piece of Midtown history with modern upgrades, unbeatable walkability, and undeniable Southern charm. Schedule your private showing today and discover why this special home won't stay on the market for long. Your next chapter begins here. All measurements are approximate and not guaranteed, buyer to verify.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$194Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Deborah Lucas Robinson• Bellator Real Estate LLC Mobile
Georgia Avenue, located between Government Street and Spring Hill Avenue, is a residential and historic Mobile neighborhood with a tree-lined streetscape and a porch-forward streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Government Street corridor near the Oakleigh Garden District, where galleries, coffee counters, and locally run eateries set a steady daytime rhythm. Housing leans toward early-20th-century cottages and bungalows with deep setbacks and mature canopy. Sidewalk blocks connect to pocket parks and the broader Midtown grid. Weekends often orbit around nearby museums, live-performance calendars, and patio dining.
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Market insights
1150 Old Shell Rd · $220,000
DAYS ON MARKET
29 days
The average home goes pending in 47 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$224,900
Median list price in this area is $232,813. (4% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
24% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Crown molding
10-foot (or higher) main floor ceilings
Decorative fireplace
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric oven
Electric range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
220 volts available in laundry
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Private yard
Back yard fencing
Chain link and wood fencing
Property offers a view
Home design
Single family residence
Residential property
Located in the Hill Road subdivision
Parking
Driveway
Parking for 2 vehicles
Construction
Built in 1925
Wood siding exterior
Shingle roof
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Wood window frames
Utilities
Electricity available (110 volts)
Public sewer
Water available
Other
Accessible doors
Electricity and solar
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SELLER IS MOTIVATED AND READY TO SELL!! BRING ALL OFFERS! Looking for a midtown cottage? 1150 Old Shell Rd. is the perfect location for being close to downtown, but not quite in downtown. Best of both worlds. Only a few blocks away from parade routes, restaurants and shopping. Walk or ride your bike all throughout midtown! Nestled in the grand oak trees, this cozy 2 bedroom 1 bath home will charm you with its original hardwood floors, exposed bricks and high ceilings. Separate dining room and a sunroom, makes this cottage feel spacious. Large backyard is partially fenced and nothing says sweet southern living like a large shaded front porch. New paint inside and out. Updated electrical. BRAND NEW HVAC installed 10/2023.
GCMLS AL #7268209
Feb 9, 2024
Sold
$155,000
$137/sq ft
Jan 5, 2024
Relisted
—
Nov 10, 2023
Price Changed
$175,000
$154/sq ft
Nov 4, 2023
Relisted
—
Oct 16, 2023
Price Changed
$183,000
$161/sq ft
Sep 22, 2023
Price Changed
$179,000
$158/sq ft
Sep 7, 2023
Listed
$187,000
$165/sq ft
+16
Public Records
Jul 26, 2016
Sold
$75,000
$66/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 5, 2006
Sold
$75,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$841 (−36.3%)
2024
$1,321 (+213.0%)
2022
$422
2021
$422 (+5.4%)
2020
$400 (−3.1%)
2019
$413 (+6.2%)
2018
$389
2017
$389 (−56.8%)
2016
$900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,120
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mobile County
APN
29 06 40 0 009 100.XXX
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential Districts
These districts are composed of both developed and largely undeveloped areas. The developed areas contain mainly one-family dwellings and small open areas, usually subdivided, where residential development seems likely to occur; few two-family and multiple-family dwellings are found in these developed areas. It is anticipated that most of the large undeveloped areas will ultimately be developed for residential use. The district regulations are designed to protect the residential character of the developed areas by prohibiting commercial activities and encouraging a suitable neighborhood environment for family life.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Communications tower
Nov 2, 2025 • Final
Re-roof (residential)
Roofing
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mobile, AL • 36604
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1150 Old Shell Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $174,000 and $267,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $174K to $267K.