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Berkleigh

Berkleigh

Suburban Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama

Mobile County 36609

$273,203 Average Value
$140 Average Price per Sq Ft
23 Homes For Sale

A mix of suburban peace and city convenience

Roads ending in cul-de-sacs, shaded with tall oak trees covered in Spanish moss, aren't what one would expect for a neighborhood 8 miles from a city center. Berkleigh is that neighborhood filled with surprises at every turn. Proximity to the stores and restaurants along Airport Boulevard is a critical component of what makes the neighborhood tick. It's also a short drive from the University of South Alabama campus, Ascension Providence Hospital and Mobile Regional Airport, which provide ample jobs for locals. "A lot of parents buy houses in the neighborhoods around the university for their college-aged children to live in while attending the university," says longtime local Stephany Hernandez, Realtor and co-owner at the Hernandez Jones group of Wellhouse Real Estate West LLC. Approximately one-third of the neighborhood rents, but those who set their roots in Berkleigh can expect a suburban lifestyle with convenience and Southern charm.

The University of South Alabama offers many different courses for Berkleigh residents.
The University of South Alabama offers many different courses for Berkleigh residents.
Berkleigh has an abundance of amazing neighborhoods.
Berkleigh has an abundance of amazing neighborhoods.
Groups of friends in Berkleigh like to hang and eat at Taco Mamas Restaurant.
Groups of friends in Berkleigh like to hang and eat at Taco Mamas Restaurant.
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Food trucks after working up an appetite

For a game of baseball, soccer or tennis, athletes head to Medal of Honor Park. The most extensive park in the area is also home to a massive playground, pavilion and splash pad. Dogs can run around in the enclosed area, and events occur regularly. According to Hernandez, "Food trucks are popular in the area, and they usually park outside of parks and businesses for the community to enjoy." More secluded exercise exists along the Glen Sebastian Nature Trail. Bordering the university to the north, the forest offers miles of hiking loops that lead to ponds and wooden bridges, offering lookouts to observe native species of birds and turtles.

The scenery in Glen Sebastian Nature Trail wetlands is a sight to behold.
The scenery in Glen Sebastian Nature Trail wetlands is a sight to behold.
Medal of Honor playground in Berkleigh has a large variety of structures to play on.
Medal of Honor playground in Berkleigh has a large variety of structures to play on.
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Plazas at every intersection

Airport Boulevard leads to two of the most extensive shopping areas in Mobile, but two smaller plazas are in the neighborhood itself. Hillcrest Plaza is at the northwest end of the neighborhood, and Regency Square is at the northeast. Grocery stores are plentiful in the plazas and on the bordering roads, as are chain restaurants. Siam Thai Cuisine is the highest rated in town for a local bite after a day of shopping. Using locally sourced ingredients, the restaurant has an extensive menu of sushi, noodles and curry dishes. Those looking for a sweet treat can get their fix at Sugar Rush Donut Company with traditional glazed or raspberry-filled donuts or less traditional options like a Reese's donut.

Berkleigh has an assortment of grocery stores such as the Piggly Wiggly.
Berkleigh has an assortment of grocery stores such as the Piggly Wiggly.
Berkleigh residents will enjoy the proximity to a handful of large shopping centers.
Berkleigh residents will enjoy the proximity to a handful of large shopping centers.
The sushi bar a Siam Thai and Sushi is the place to go in Berkleigh for fresh fish.
The sushi bar a Siam Thai and Sushi is the place to go in Berkleigh for fresh fish.
Sugar Rush donut Company serves Berkleigh residents sweet treats.
Sugar Rush donut Company serves Berkleigh residents sweet treats.
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A wide range of diversity and price

Though Berkleigh is small, it has surprisingly extensive architectural diversity. Like many Mobile neighborhoods, ranch-style homes with high-pitched roofs are common. The area also boasts petite bungalows, symmetric Colonial Revivals and farmhouse-inspired ramblers with wide porches. Ranging between $150,000 and $500,000, the houses all feature off-street parking on private driveways. While garages aren't the standard, ample yard space with enough room for an inground pool is. Only a few of the streets have sidewalks, but the cul-de-sac roads are great for an evening stroll once the intensity of the sun dies down. Those who would rather forgo maintaining a lawn can invest in a condo in the southern end that sits around $125,000.

This Ranch with multiple roof lines sits high atop a small hill and looks down on its neighbors.
This Ranch with multiple roof lines sits high atop a small hill and looks down on its neighbors.
Homes with multiple dormers are very popular in the Berkleigh neighborhood.
Homes with multiple dormers are very popular in the Berkleigh neighborhood.
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Preparing for college next door to a university

E.R. Dickson Elementary is where young students can begin learning. Rated a C-plus by Niche, the school is less than two miles from every home in the neighborhood. Burns Middle School is rated a C and is where students attend sixth through eighth grade before moving on to Davidson High. With an overall grade of B-plus, its International Baccalaureate and Engineering Pathways Integrated Curriculum, nicknamed EPIC, contribute to its high college prep ranking.

E.R. Dickson Elementary serves students from the Berkleigh neighborhood of Mobile.
E.R. Dickson Elementary serves students from the Berkleigh neighborhood of Mobile.
Berkleigh students may progress to Burns Middle School, one of the public schools in Mobile.
Berkleigh students may progress to Burns Middle School, one of the public schools in Mobile.
WP Davidson largely serves students living in Berkleigh.
WP Davidson largely serves students living in Berkleigh.
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Always something to do in Mobile

Berkleigh is only 10 miles from the action of downtown Mobile. "Most people don't know this, but Mobile is the birthplace of Mardis Gras. Businesses shut down for the festival and the whole city celebrates together," Hernandez notes. There is always something going on downtown, and residents can get there via The Wave buses along Airport and South University Boulevard. USA Health Providence Hospital and its surrounding medical complex is nearby, adding a bit of noise and traffic to the area. Mobile Regional Airport is 5 miles away.

The Mobile Regional Airport connects Berkleigh residents to a handful of major hubs.
The Mobile Regional Airport connects Berkleigh residents to a handful of major hubs.
Getting around town is a snap with the Wave public bus system.
Getting around town is a snap with the Wave public bus system.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Mobile Regional

14 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Berkleigh US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$250,000
Median Single Family Price
$265,000
Median Townhouse Price
$186,250
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$137,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$140
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Last 12 months Home Sales
139
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$268,700
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,776
Median Year Built
1992
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,936
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,410
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,150
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,304
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$61,912
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,479

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.9%
College Graduates
53.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
60''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

36 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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