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159 Vipon Ave, Mobile, AL, 36606

2beds
1baths
972sqft
$199,000
$205price/sqft
$1,611/moest. monthly cost
$64,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

This beautifully remodeled 1940s Midtown cottage blends historic charm with modern comfort. Immaculately maintained and move-in ready, the home offers 972 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, including 2 bedrooms and 1 updated bath. Step inside to a welcoming living room with a classic fireplace, a formal dining room featuring original built-in corner cabinets, and a versatile office/den perfect for work or relaxation. The bright eat-in kitchen has been fully updated with quartz countertops, tile flooring, gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, and built-in microwave—a true turnkey space for cooking and gathering. The bathroom is completely updated and full of vintage charm. Outside, enjoy a private backyard with a patio area, ideal for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Located in the heart of Midtown, this home offers quick access to schools, shopping, I-65, I-10, and local hospitals—an unbeatable central location. Estimated rental value: $1,500+ per month. A perfect starter home or a ready-to-go investment opportunity. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Getting Around

62
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
45
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
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Murphy High SchoolGrades 10-120.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1944

Materials

  • Roof: Composition Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Single Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Cooktop,Microwave,Dishwasher

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Tile,Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 972 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2907230008072
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None/Not Applicable
  • Waterfront features: No Waterfront

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.25 Acres
  • Features: Less Than 1 Acre

Parking

  • Parking features: No Garage/Carport Parking

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties

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Hurricane
Severe Storm
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Tornado
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,006$12,072
Home Insurance *$294$3,528
Property Taxes $71$852
Electricity $240$2,881
Total$1,611$19,332
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$55,234/yr
40% on housing$48,330/yr
45% on housing$42,960/yr

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How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.5%
1.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$205This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 36606$84
Mobile County$123

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 36606$117
Mobile County$135

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-29Listed for sale$199,000
2024-07-19Listing removed--
2024-07-01Price change$1,800
2024-06-20Listed for rent$1,900
2024-04-19Sold$180,000
2024-03-29Listed for sale$189,900
2024-02-23Listing removed--
2024-01-09Price change$189,900
2023-11-18Listed for sale$199,999
2022-05-04Sold$105,000
2022-03-30Listed for sale$98,000
2022-02-26Listing removed--
2022-02-24Listed for sale$98,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMary Beth Svatek
BrokerageLegendary Realty, LLC

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