This charming income-producing duplex is ideally located in a highly sought after area of Midtown Mobile—just minutes from Publix, local coffee shops, gyms, and popular restaurants. Its proximity to hospitals and universities ensures a steady stream of quality tenants. One unit is currently leased below market at $965/month, with a lease in place through early 2026. The other unit is vacant and move-in ready, making this an excellent opportunity for house hackers—live in one side and rent the other to offset your mortgage!Both units are nearly identical in layout and feature beautiful hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, updated fixtures, and modern kitchen appliances that remain with the property. Whether you're looking for a stable long-term investment or want to maximize income with a short-term rental, this duplex offers flexibility and strong potential. Don’t miss your chance to own a versatile property in one of Mobile’s most sought-after neighborhoods—schedule your showing today! All measurements are approximate and not guaranteed, buyer to verify. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Multi-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
9,345 sq ftLot Size
$146Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rameh Dickens Khazen• Bellator Real Estate LLC Mobile
This charming income-producing duplex is ideally located in a highly desirable area of Midtown Mobile—just minutes from Publix, local coffee shops, gyms, and popular restaurants. Its proximity to hospitals and universities ensures a steady stream of quality tenants. One unit is currently leased below market at $965/month, with a lease in place through early 2026. The other unit is vacant and move-in ready, making this an excellent opportunity for house hackers—live in one side and rent the other to offset your mortgage! Both units are nearly identical in layout and feature beautiful hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, updated fixtures, and modern kitchen appliances that remain with the property. Whether you're looking for a stable long-term investment or want to maximize income with a short-term rental, this duplex offers flexibility and strong potential. Don’t miss your chance to own a versatile property in one of Mobile’s most sought-after neighborhoods—schedule your showing today! All measurements are approximate and not guaranteed, buyer to verify. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
BCAR #381392
Aug 12, 2025
Sold
$245,000
$120/sq ft
Jul 9, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 27, 2025
Listed
$250,000
$123/sq ft
BUILDIUM #1
Aug 20, 2025
Rental Removed
$975
$0/sq ft
Aug 1, 2025
Listed for Rent
$975
$0/sq ft
May 25, 2025
Rental Removed
$995
$0/sq ft
May 16, 2025
Listed for Rent
$995
$0/sq ft
Mar 3, 2024
Rental Removed
$945
$0/sq ft
Feb 10, 2024
Listed for Rent
$945
$0/sq ft
Dec 13, 2022
Rental Removed
—
BCAR #326486
Apr 12, 2022
Sold
$227,500
$112/sq ft
Mar 16, 2022
Pending
—
Mar 16, 2022
Relisted
—
Feb 24, 2022
Pending
—
Feb 22, 2022
Listed
$239,900
$118/sq ft
+23
House hackers, investors and home buyers! Look no further! For people looking to house hack, this home would be perfect for living in one side and renting the other to offset your mortgage. This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a duplex in popular midtown. Located within walking distance to great Mobile favorites like Dew Drop Inn, Ashland Pub and more. This home had major renovations in 2013-2014, which included updated electrical service, new architectural shingled roof and two new HVAC units. Both units are nearly identical, with original hardwood floors running throughout, and large fireplaces in the family rooms. The kitchens were also updated in 2013-2014, with newer appliances, cabinets and countertops. These units are great homes, and if used as rentals have an excellent rental history of being rented out almost immediately. This property won't last long in this market, so call to see it today! All measurements are approximate and not guaranteed, buyer to verify.
Public Records
Dec 6, 2018
Sold
$136,527
$67/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 17, 2013
Sold
$120,326
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 22, 2005
Sold
$77,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,788 (+3.8%)
2024
$2,685 (+4.2%)
2023
$2,577 (+225.0%)
2022
$793 (−3.3%)
2021
$819 (+2.4%)
2020
$800 (+135.0%)
2019
$341
2018
$341
2017
$341 (−3.8%)
2016
$354 (−2.7%)
2014
$364
Tax history for 1852 Old Shell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,788 (+3.8%)
2024
$2,685 (+4.2%)
2023
$2,577 (+225.0%)
2022
$793 (−3.3%)
2021
$819 (+2.4%)
2020
$800 (+135.0%)
2019
$341
2018
$341
2017
$341 (−3.8%)
2016
$354 (−2.7%)
2014
$364
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,101 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,014
Year built
2005
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Mobile County
APN
29 07 24 0 004 118.XXX
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: Duplex
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Duplex
Lot Information
Lot Size : 53.4 X 175 (.21)
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,684.70
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Florence Howard Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Booker T. Washington Middle
High School: Murphy High
Location Information
Directions: Head East on Dauphin Street towards Downtown. Make a left onto N Carlen. Property is one home off the corner of Carlen to your left, where Old Shell and N Carlen intersect.
Subdivision Name: None
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,014
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,101 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Mobile County
APN: 29 07 24 0 004 118.XXX
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: CELL: 251-786-4673
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Florence Howard Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Booker T Washington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
Murphy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 71-79% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 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 • 36607
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$283,000 – $343,000
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