Set on approximately a third of an acre, this beautifully maintained home blends original character with thoughtful updates and exceptional indoor and outdoor living space. Original refinished hardwood floors, that run throughout much of the home, fully renovated kitchen and baths and a modern paint palette, make this home move-in ready. Walking through the leaded glass front door, an alcove foyer connects you to the oversized living room and a light-filled sunroom provides another inviting space to relax, work or entertain. A separate formal dining room connects to an additional sitting room that offers the perfect opportunity for a butler’s pantry, serving space or flexible bonus area. The kitchen provides generous workspace and custom cabinets for storage. The primary suite features two walk in closets, a private en-suite bath, with marble flooring, custom cabinets and granite counters. The additional two bedrooms are spacious, and the beautifully updated hall bath includes custom cabinets and a tiled, walk-in shower. Outside, the large privacy-fenced backyard has been beautifully landscaped and features mature fruit trees, a lighted pergola and plenty of room to enjoy the expansive lot. An extended driveway, additional concrete parking area, electric vehicle charger and one-car garage with automatic opener provide ample parking and convenience. A detached approximately 300 sq ft guest cottage with a full bath—ideal for guests, a private office, studio or additional flex space. With its spacious lot, charming original details, updated interiors and flexible guest cottage, this home offers a combination of character, functionality and space. Termite bond, with Arrow. Transferrable Home Warranty with American Home Shield expires 5/2027
Carlen, located between Old Dauphin Way and Government Street, is a historic and residential Mobile neighborhood with oak-canopied streets and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Old Dauphin Way corridor near Broad Street, where porch-front homes meet a low-key strip of local eateries and corner storefronts. The Bragg-Mitchell Mansion and the Mobile Museum of Art serve as cultural touchstones nearby, with Langan Park adding a green counterpoint for walks and picnics. Housing leans toward Craftsman bungalows and restored cottages, with occasional larger historic homes. Sidewalk blocks and mature trees shape a calm, lived-in streetscape that still feels connected to Midtown’s main corridors.
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Market insights
1952 Old Government St · $415,000
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 41 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.4%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$415,000
Median sale price in this area is $239,215. (42% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
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Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Master suite on main level
Entrance foyer
Unfurnished
Storage space
Bedrooms
Master downstairs
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Tankless water heater
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Storage (additional utility/storage area)
Flooring
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Electric central heating
Ceiling fan cooling
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Patio
Front porch
Porch
Fenced yard with gate
Few trees
Cabana
Guest house
Home design
Residential single-family detached
On waterfront
Parking
Detached garage
1-car garage
Garage door opener
Electric vehicle charging station
Construction
Stucco exterior
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Composition roof
Utilities
Public water
Natural gas available
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This charming midtown home is turn-key ready. Since purchasing the home, the sellers have fully renovated the kitchen with custom cabinetry beautiful countertops, and high-end appliances. The master bathroom has also seen a full renovation complete with marble flooring and tub surround and custom cabinetry. An equally beautiful renovation was done to the second bathroom complete with a spa shower. The beautiful hardwood flooring has been refinished and pristinely maintained. In addition to the amazing main house, there is an additional living space with a full bathroom that offers approximately 300 more feet of heated and cooled space. This could be a great guest space or an office space. This home is a must-see!!!
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.
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
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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Redfin Estimate for 1952 Old Government St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $286,500 and $461,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $287K to $461K.