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Life is enjoyed on the water in the Seafood Capital of Alabama
Famed for seafood and shipbuilding, Bayou La Batre is a happy place for those who enjoy life on the water. “Lots and lots and lots of people own their own boats and pleasure crafts to go to the beach and go fishing. Boats around here are like second and third cars. Everyone has one,” says Brandi Piedra, Director of Bayou La Batre Community and Senior Centers. “The Gulf of Mexico is our backyard.” Fans of "Forrest Gump" may be familiar with Bayou La Batre, which is the hometown of Forrest’s army buddy, Benjamin Buford “Bubba” Blue. Forrest later becomes a shrimp boat captain here. Just 30 miles south of Mobile and busy with maritime industries, the community maintains a small-town vibe. “Everybody knows everybody, and everybody helps everybody – celebrations or disasters,” Piedra says. “It’s very close-knit.”
There are so many places to drop a line in the water in Bayou La Batre.
Bayou La Batre locals love to be out on the water.
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It’s a short commute for fishermen and shipbuilders
Shipbuilders and fishermen don’t have to commute very far if they live in Bayou La Batre. And the drive to nearby cities and attractions doesn't take long either thanks to Padgett Switch Road, which shoots 10 miles north to the I-10. “You can be in Mobile in 20 minutes, in New Orleans in an hour and 15 minutes, and the casino boats in an hour,” Piedra says. Mobile International Airport is 25 miles northeast. Mobile’s Wave Transit buses do not travel to the community, but Wave Route 12 does link the Tillmans Corner Walmart with the GM&O transit center downtown.
Bayou La Batre is known for many shipbuilding companies and seafood distributers.
Bayou La Batre is a coastal suburb of Mobile.
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Restaurants showcase seafood, Mexican and Vietnamese fare
For a small city, Bayou La Batre has a wide range of good restaurants, and many are locally owned. “Lighthouse is really famous for its crab claws, and we have a wonderful sushi place, Phnom Penh Fusion,” Piedra says. The pho at Phnom Penh is top notch too. Tacos and Mexican fare are on the menu at Kain’s Mexican Grill, and pork, ribs and chicken are barbecued inside the smoke shack at Capt’n Franks. There aren’t any major shopping areas in the community, but it’s just a “20-minute car ride to the malls and shops and all that Downtown Mobile has to offer,” Piedra says. Greer’s Food Tiger is the local stop for groceries.
The Lighthouse is a long-standing seafood restaurant and a Bayou La Batre favorite.
Bayou La Batre residents enjoy fresh culinary delights at Phnom Pehn Fusion restaurant.
Bayou La Batre residents can satisfy their taco cravings at Kain's Mexican Grill.
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Rolston Park overlooks the Gulf of Mexico
Recreationally, there's more than just boating and fishing in Bayou La Batre, and locals are proud of their parks. Zirlott Park is the hub for organized sports, hosting recreational leagues for football, soccer and cheerleading. Every community in greater Mobile seems to have a splash pad for kids to enjoy on hot days. In Bayou La Batre, locals take their kids to the splash pad at Maritime Park, which also has benches for parents. Rolston Park is a nice place to relax while enjoying views of the Gulf of Mexico and letting kids play on the playground. Bayou La Batre is also on the Alabama Birding Trail, and it's a key stop on the trail's Dauphin Island-Bayou La Batre Loop.
Rolston Park is several acres of well maintained green space for residents to relax in.
Rolston Park has a beautiful fishing pier for Bayou La Batre locals to enjoy.
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Homes near the water are often raised well above the ground
Home styles include Craftsman bungalows, ranchers and cottages, older homes built in the 1800s, manufactured homes and contemporary, waterfront houses. Waterfront homes tend to be raised off the ground. Prices for recent listings range from $70,000 for a three-bedroom cottage on a slab foundation to $385,000 for a three-bedroom ranch-style house with Craftsman features in the northern reaches of the community. A raised cottage on four acres beside the bayou sold for $317,500. There aren’t many sidewalks, especially along the residential streets, so a car is needed to get around the community. “We are a very, very small town. Our population is five, six thousand,” Piedra says. “We encompass the surrounding communities of Irvington, Coden and Grand Bay.” The city also has a handful of apartment complexes.
Homes closer to the water in Bayou La Batre will be raised to protect them from storm surge.
There are many cottages and ranches found inland in Bayou La Batre.
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Club options are varied at Bryant High School
Students at Booth Elementary, located in Irvington, must wear a uniform: a red polo shirt with navy or plaid pants, skorts or jumpers. The school earns a score of B from Niche. Alba Middle School requires students to keep their cell phones in their book bags. Niche grades the school a C+. Clubs at Bryant High School, also in Irvington, can join the Chess Club, Future Farmers of America or the Hi-Q Academic Team. The high school also earns a C+ from Niche.
Anna F Booth Elementary School is another option for Bayou La Batre kids.
Alba Middle School is where many Bayou La Batre children go to school.
Alma High Schools is where most Bayou La Batre teens go to school.
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Local boats get a blessing in May
One of the most popular annual events is the Blessing of the Fleet, held in early May. The event celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2024. “It’s held on the grounds of our local Catholic church,” says Piedra. “They bless all the commercial and recreational boats for a good harvest and the safety of the owners.” This event includes a Gumbo Cook-Off, an Arts & Crafts Show and a decorated boat contest.
Shrimp boats line the bayou waiting to head out for their catch in Bayou La Batre, Al.
Bayou La Batre is a small tight knit shrimping village South of Mobile, AL.
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Parks in this Area
Rolston Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Bellingrath Gardens & Home
Trails
Events
Museum
Grand Savanna Bay Nature Preserve
Trails
Nature Center
River
Transit
Airport
Mobile Regional
53 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bayou La Batre
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bayou La Batre, AL sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bayou La Batre, AL over the last 12 months is $189,600, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Here is your chance to own 13.5 beautiful acres in the heart of Bayou La Batre! This listing includes two parcels being sold together. The first parcel (44-07-26-2-000-037) is 1.75 acres along the road and has been largely cleared. The second parcel (44-07-26-2-000-040) is 12 wooded acres directly behind the front parcel. This is an amazing chance to own a large and secluded property right in the
Discover an exceptional opportunity to invest in prime B-2 zoned commercial land featuring an impressive 235 feet of road frontage on highly trafficked Highway 188/Wintzell Avenue in Bayou La Batre, situated at the corner of Highway 188 and Wells Street. This strategically located property is nearly 2 acres, and located just minutes from the state docks, providing excellent accessibility for your
Watch the shrimp boats from your front porch! The adorable cottage offers 3 bedrooms (one does not have a closet), 2 baths, a spacious living room, dining room and kitchen with lots of cabinets, electric range and dishwasher. The high ceilings throughout make this floorplan feel open and immense. The master has an office area plus offers an en-suite with a large vanity and tiled
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,193
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,081
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,083
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
60%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.4%
% Population in Labor Force
52.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
67''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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