Welcome to Clarke Gardens! This nature lover's paradise encompasses 28 idyllic acres of wooded walking trails, picturesque marshlands, and 1,000 +/- feet of Perch Creek water frontage, just off Dog River. This unique property was designed and developed architect Fred Clarke as a public garden showcasing a wide variety of camellias, azaleas, and many other specimens of botanical beauty along over a mile of walking trails. Waterfowl and other species of wildlife can also be seen. There are three residential structures on the property, the main residence and two guest houses, each one with scenic views of Perch Creek and the marshlands. The main house was designed by Clarke to be his residence. Since then, there have been renovations, but it still has that old river house feel with wood floors and beadbord walls. It is a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath house with 3200 sq ft of living area. In addition to the three houses, there's a barn, a large shed, and two concrete platforms for washing horses next to the shed. This is truly a one-of-a-kind property with many possibilities and endless potential, and should be seen to be appreciated.
Active
$1,600,000
2100 River Forest Rd, Mobile, AL 36605
4beds
3,217sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in ----
28 Acres Lot
$1,475,100 Zestimate®
$497/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Picturesque marshlandsOld river house feelBeadbord wallsPerch creek water frontageWood floorsWooded walking trailsBotanical beauty
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 29, 2025 at 02:09pm
Listed by:
Joe Stuart 251-422-7583,
Joe Stuart & Associates
Source: GCMLS,MLS#: 7584658
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- Bookcases, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: None
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,217
- Total interior livable area: 3,217 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Covered, Drive Under Main Level
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Creek, Marsh, Pond
Lot
- Size: 28 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Flood Plain, Landscaped, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Guest House, Second Residence, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 3211400006002
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Other
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Dog River & Tributary
Location
- Region: Mobile
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $497/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $257,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,324
- Date on market: 5/24/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$1,475,100
$1.40M - $1.55M
$2,443/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+33.4%$497/sqft |
Source:  GCMLS #7584658 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: GCMLS #636499 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2020 | Price change | $1,199,750-14.3%$373/sqft |
Source: GCMLS #636499 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,399,750+4379.2%$435/sqft |
Source: L L B & B, Inc. #636499 Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2004 | Sold | $31,250$10/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,427 +2.7% | $25,760 +2.6% |
| 2023 | $1,390 +1.7% | $25,100 +1.6% |
| 2022 | $1,367 +8.9% | $24,700 +8.6% |
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Est. payment
$7,337/mo
Principal & interest
$6204
Property taxes
$573
Home insurance
$560
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Lourdes
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Dr. Robert W. Gilliard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.7 mi
- 1/10Pillans Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 2/10Ben C Rain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dr. Robert W. Gilliard
- Middle: Pillans
- High: Ben C Rain
Source: GCMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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