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Sticking true to its name, Scenic Hill is a scenic neighborhood, surrounded by forests, farms and recreational opportunities like Big Creek Lake and Semmes Municipal Park. Neither suburban nor rural, residents of Scenic Hill enjoy the amenities and friendliness of a small town but also the roominess and tranquility of the countryside. “It’s got a few hundred houses. It’s a good, solid neighborhood if you want to live out west of Mobile,” says Bill Hinton, Associate Broker with Roberts Brothers who has been selling homes in the area for 36 years. In particular, he singles out the spaciousness of parcels. “The lots are half an acre, and home sizes run typically from 1,300 to 2,200 square feet.” Ranch-style homes tend to sell between $200,000 and $350,000.
Billy Creek Lake is the local drinking water reservoir.
Ranch homes with additions are common in some of the older Scenic Hills neighborhoods.
Semmes Municipal Park has walking paths for getting exercise or walking your dogs.
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Homes
Architectural styles differ across subdivisions, though homebuyers can expect to see spacious lawns across the board. Pecan Pointe offers beige, brick American Craftsman homes with sidewalks and attached garages, while the homes of Joy Wood show French Colonial influence, with steeply sloped roofs. Youngstowne Hill offers larger American Craftsman homes, albeit without sidewalks. In Roseland Heights, homebuyers will find an eclectic mix of ranch-style homes, bungalows, Cape Cod homes and more. Home prices usually range between $200,000 and $350,000. Lots tend to be half an acre or larger, running up to 2 or more.
Cape Cod Homes like this one are popular in Scenic Hills
Semmes Municipal Park also feature a fishing pond for Scenic Hill anglers.
Sprawling Ranch homes sitting on multiple acres can be found in Scenic Hills.
Craftsman homes like this one can be found around the Scenic Hill neighborhood
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From elementary school to career training
Scenic Hill students can attend Allentown Elementary, which receives a B from Niche; Semmes Middle, which receives a C; and Mary G. Montgomery High, which receives a C-plus. Montgomery High students can take courses at Faulkner Career Tech Center starting in 10th grade and earn varying amounts of college credit. This off-campus learning takes place during two blocks of the school day, so students should keep in mind they will have to plan their schedules accordingly to complete their required high school classes. For hands-on education, parents and teachers can bring kids to Linda’s Learning Farm, where visitors can milk cows, care for freshly laid eggs and learn all about farms and animals.
Allentown Elementary School serves students in grades K-5.
Montgomery High School receives a C plus rating on Niche.
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The absence of bustling highways keeps the neighborhood scenic
No interstates or major highways pass through Scenic Hill, though US Route 98, or Moffett Road, is about 5 minutes north. Snow Road North and Howells Ferry Road are the main north-south and east-west thoroughfares, respectively. Mobile Regional Airport is southeast of Scenic Hill, about a 10-minute drive away. Downtown Mobile is about 30 minutes east by car.
Snow Road North and Howell's Ferry Road are the two main roads through Scenic Hill.
Moffett Road is the main road leading in to Semmes.
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Eating out and shopping in Semmes
Residents will find some eating options in downtown Semmes. Locals can start off the day right at Yellowhammer Coffee, a Mobile chain. House of Pizza is the go-to spot for delicious New York-style pizza. Pies vary in size, going all the way up to 28 inches in diameter. And customers shouldn’t think that pizza is all they’re good for, with residents adoring the fried green beans and fried pickles as much as the pies. When locals are craving tasty barbecue, Hickory Pit Too can’t be beat, known for their Boss Hawg, 20 ounces of hamburger and 6 ounces of pulled pork served on a plate-sized bun and decked with various toppings. Residents can fulfill their shopping needs at the Winn-Dixie right downtown. Other shops like Dollar General can be found up Moffett Road.
Pedro's Tacos is a popular place for great Mexican food near Scenic Hill.
Sabai Thai Cuisine has great Thai food near Scenic Hill.
Scenic Hill residents enjoy shopping at Wal-Mart for low prices on groceries.
Yellow Hammer Coffee has a Food Truck location and a storefront location in Semmes.
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Catching fish and cooling off
Big Creek Lake spans some 3,600 acres and is Mobile’s biggest source of freshwater. The reservoir is available for boating, which might be easiest for residents from Fox Landing, a boat ramp found at the western end of Howells Ferry Road. Anglers can expect to encounter bass, crappies, bluegills and more. They can also spend a day fishing on the pond at Semmes Municipal Park, while children can get wet and flop around like fish at the park’s splash pad. The park also features a playground, pavilions and a disc golf course created by renowned designer John Houck.
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The Boat Ramp at Big Creek Lake is a great spot for fishing or launching boats & Kayaks.
Big Creek Lake has a boat launch for launching boats and kayaks onto the reservoir.
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Scenic Hill residents love community events
“We have the annual Camellia Show every January at Semmes Heritage Park,” says Elizabeth Lovelady, Events Coordinator and Deputy City Clerk for the City of Semmes. At the Camellia Festival, visitors can admire the camellia displays, attend lectures on the flower or buy some of their own. “Anytime we do anything, hold any kind of event, the entire community shows up and comes together.”
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Parks in this Area
Semmes Municipal Park
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Playground
Tanner Williams Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Camelia Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Semmes Recreation & Community Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Millers Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Concessions
Semmes Heritage Park
Transit
Airport
Mobile Regional
13 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Scenic Hill
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Scenic Hill, Semmes sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Scenic Hill, Semmes over the last 12 months is $235,289, down 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,610
Median Age
39
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,690
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,952
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
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®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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