Last Sold Price
2 beds1,884 sqft$158/sqft
908 Augusta StreetMobile, AL36604

Description

Wonderful 2/2 Charming Cottage circa 1885 and is located on a renowned block of the Oakleigh Garden District. This lovely, very spacious property is located right next door to the Mobile’s very own Joe Cain House and neighborhood lore says Joe Cain planted the oaks in front of this home. At Mardi Gras, you will enjoy a street party held here to honor Joe Cain. As you approach the house, you’re greeted by a large 23 foot-long front porch ideal for a cool drink and relaxing. You enter through the double...Wonderful 2/2 Charming Cottage circa 1885 and is located on a renowned block of the Oakleigh Garden District. This lovely, very spacious property is located right next door to the Mobile’s very own Joe Cain House and neighborhood lore says Joe Cain planted the oaks in front of this home. At Mardi Gras, you will enjoy a street party held here to honor Joe Cain. As you approach the house, you’re greeted by a large 23 foot-long front porch ideal for a cool drink and relaxing. You enter through the double front doors with original etched glass with a Greek key and floral design. You are welcomed into a very expansive center hall foyer that stretches 28 feet from front to back. The house has 12- foot ceilings that give a great sense of space, 5 former coal-burning fireplaces (non-operational) throughout the home and the original heart of pine floors. The dining room and living room can be interchangeable for the buyer to use to their choosing. The present large dining room has an exquisite marble inlay mantle that is complementary in design to the glass front doors and a bank of sunny bay windows overlooking the front yard as well as a big window opening out onto the front porch. The living room has a lovely mantle and exudes the feeling of a handsome library with dark walls, Venetian-esque cornices, and beautiful drapes. The kitchen and den also with a fireplace have a more modern open concept floor plan. The front bedroom with a fireplace looks out to the front porch and has terrific windows that open to the front porch. The master bedroom located to the rear of the home also has a fireplace with an en-suit bath with black and white tile floors and a claw foot tub with shower. The hall bath has shiplap walls with black and white tile floors, a claw foot tub and pedestal sink. The property is sited on a very large lot for the neighborhood. The crown jewel of this gem of a property awaits you in the spectacular back yard. The home has an 18 x 6 foot back porch that opens
LISTING CLOSED: 12/12/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Melissa Morrissette • L L B & B, Inc.
    P: (251)-709-4736 C: (251)-709-4736 mmorrissette@llbb.com

Property Details for 908 Augusta Street

Status
MLS #
286652
Days on Market
111
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Residential Detached
Year Built
1885
Lot Size
-
Architectural Style
Cottage
Subdivision Name
Oakleigh Garden District
View
Other/See Remarks
Waterfront Features
No Waterfront
Has View
Yes

Location

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Building Information for 908 Augusta Street

Stories1Year Built1885Building Size-Lot Size-

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$1,683 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,510

Property Taxes

$173

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 908 Augusta Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -88.054229, 30.681796
  • Directions: Government Blvd. turn on Marine Street. Go to Augusta St and take a left. House is on the left.
  • Latitude: 30.681796
  • Longitude: -88.054229
  • MLS Area Major: Other County
  • Governing Municipality: Mobile County
  • Water Property Type: No Waterfront
Taxes and HOA
  • Has Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 29-06-39-0-003-181.
  • Property Tax: 847.40
School Information
  • Elementary School: Not Baldwin County
  • Middle Or Junior School: Not Baldwin County
  • High School: Not Baldwin County High
  • Intermediate School: Not Baldwin County
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Other/See Remarks, No Garage/Carport Parking
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Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1884.0
  • Living Area Source: Tax Records
  • Lot Features: Less Than 1 Acre, Other/See Remarks
Property and Assessment
  • Construction Status: Resale
Property and Assessments
  • Sponsor Unit: false
  • Year Built: 1885
Building Features
  • Construction Foundation: Piers, Wood Frame
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: VA, FHA, Conventional, Cash
Green Features
  • Energy Saving Features: Ceiling Fans
  • Green Verification: No
Utilities
  • Power Production: false
  • Utilities: Mobile Gas, Water City, Sewage City, Alabama Power
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Wood
  • Property Amenities: Fenced, High Ceilings, Security System, Termite Contract
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Composition Shingle
Interior Features
  • Heat Cooling: Central Gas, Central Heat, Central Electric Cool
  • Primary Bed Bath: First Floor Primary
  • Appliances: Other/See Remarks
  • Property Interior Stories: One
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Central
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: High Ceilings, Termite Contract
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 5
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Stories: 1

Property History for 908 Augusta Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #659889221

$297,000

+9.4% / yr

Dec 12, 2019

Sold

Baldwin REALTORS #286652

$297,000
Nov 3, 2019

Contract Signed

Baldwin REALTORS #286652

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #659889221

$297,000

+9.4% / yr

12/12/2019

Sold

Baldwin REALTORS #286652

$297,000
11/03/2019

Contract Signed

Baldwin REALTORS #286652

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 908 Augusta Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,740Additions$29,880Total$33,620
Tax Record2025$2,079 ($173 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,867 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,867 SqFtStories1StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1885Year Renovated2012CountyMOBILEAPN29 06 39 0 003 181.XXX

Schools near 908 Augusta Street

This home is within Mobile County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Leinkauf Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Calloway Smith Middle School
Public6 to 8

Murphy High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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