Fantastic opportunity to develop this first-class property located between three major thoroughfares in West Mobile. Spanning over 17 acres, this prime tract offers more than 650 feet of road frontage, providing excellent access and strong proximity to local amenities. Currently Zoned R1 Single Family, so it's perfect for a new residential development, or Mobile Home Development or Tiny Homes! Located in Mobile County, the property offers flexible potential for a wide range of uses, or possibly could be rezoned due to it's road frontage and potential. This versatile acreage could potentially support approximately 25 to 50+ single-family lots, depending on development plans and county approvals. Its strategic location also makes it appealing for cooperative business ventures or investment opportunities as Mobile continues to experience major economic growth. Mobile is home to one of the nation’s fastest-growing ports, while nearby South Alabama Logistics Park serves as a 1,300-acre industrial benchmark. Major employers such as Frito-Lay, Austal, and Aerostar are also expanding throughout 2024 and 2025, further strengthening the area’s growth potential. This listing includes two parcels. Parcel key numbers are 479226 and 479217. Buyer must confirm zoning, land use, and development requirements prior to purchase based on intended use. Howells Ferry Road Highlights: • Major arterial connector in northwest Mobile County • Connects between Moffett Road, Schillinger Road, and Cody Road North • Historical traffic counts of approximately 7,300 to 7,500 vehicles per day • Surrounding area includes older residential neighborhoods and scattered churches to the west, with larger lots, undeveloped tracts, and semi-rural acreage to the east near Cody Road • County-maintained road with rural arterial standards and no curb or gutter • Mobile County Public Works Headquarters is located at 7511 Howells Ferry Road, just one block east of the subject property Buyer to verify all inform Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Ferry, located between the Mobile River and Downtown Mobile, is a historic and waterfront Mobile neighborhood with working-port scenery and low-slung residential blocks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Alabama Cruise Terminal at Water Street, where ship traffic, ticket lines, and riverfront walkways set a steady, industrial-meets-leisure rhythm. Architecture leans utilitarian—warehouses, maritime facilities, and older cottages—framed by broad skies and the river’s edge. Mardi Gras Park adds a civic green counterpoint to the hardscape. The GulfQuest National Maritime Museum and the History Museum of Mobile act as cultural anchors nearby. Evening energy gathers around the Saenger Theatre’s marquee and the surrounding streetscape.
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On waterfront
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Approximately 17.23-acre parcel
Lot dimensions approximately 403.8 x 240 x 146 x 308
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Water available
Financial info
Annual property tax approximately $1,200
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Listing includes two parcels (parcel keys 479226 and 479217)
Buyer responsible for verifying measurements, zoning, flood information and school zoning
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Sale and tax history for 7221 Howells Ferry Road Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BCAR #397603
Aug 5, 2026
Price Changed
$500,000
Jun 5, 2026
Listed
$525,000
Public Records
Dec 29, 2014
Sold
$706,500
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Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,106
2024
$1,106 (−24.0%)
2023
$1,455
2022
$1,455 (+25.0%)
2021
$1,164
2020
$1,164
2019
$1,164
2018
$1,164
2017
$1,164
2016
$1,164
2014
$1,164
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15 Acres
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Vacant Land
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Mobile County
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28 03 07 1 000 042.XXX
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Last updated by owner on May 19, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Mobile, AL • 36618
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This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Mobile. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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