Charming historic cottage in the heart of the Washington/Oakleigh District! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath Midtown gem is filled with character, featuring original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and classic architectural details throughout. The flexible layout includes a loft space plus a dedicated office/bonus room — ideal for working from home, guests, or extra storage. The kitchen offers gas cooking, and the bathroom features a relaxing soaking tub with shower combination. Fresh interior paint adds a clean, updated feel while preserving the home’s historic charm. Enjoy the inviting front porch, gravel driveway with additional street parking, and a prime location just minutes from downtown and Washington Square Park. Classic Midtown living at its best.
Active
$285,000
309 Chatham St, Mobile, AL 36604
2beds
1,393sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1899
2,827.04 Square Feet Lot
$270,200 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming historic cottageFresh interior paintKitchen offers gas cookingClassic architectural detailsInviting front porchFlexible layoutAbundant natural light
- 15 days |
- 1,170 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 15, 2026 at 03:34am
Listed by:
Lauren Scott 251-654-4787,
JayCo Real Estate LLC
Source: GCMLS,MLS#: 7719243
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Other Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,393
- Total interior livable area: 1,393 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,827.04 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 2906390004228
- Special conditions: Probate Listing,Historical,No disclosures from Seller
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle,Other
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: None
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Washington/Oakleigh
Location
- Region: Mobile
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $103,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,313
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$270,200
$257,000 - $284,000
$1,427/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $285,000+260.8%$205/sqft |
Source:  GCMLS #7719243 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/1999 | Sold | $79,000$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,313 | $20,680 |
| 2024 | $1,313 +149.9% | $20,680 +108% |
| 2023 | $526 | $9,940 |
| 2022 | $526 | $9,940 |
| 2021 | $526 | $9,940 |
| 2020 | $526 | $9,940 |
| 2019 | $526 -1.9% | $9,940 -1.8% |
| 2018 | $536 -7% | $10,120 |
| 2017 | $576 | $10,120 +0.2% |
| 2016 | $576 +22.4% | $10,100 +22.9% |
| 2013 | $470 -5.4% | $8,220 -7.4% |
| 2010 | $497 +153.7% | $8,880 +114.5% |
| 2003 | $196 | $4,140 |
| 2002 | $196 +23.6% | $4,140 +18.3% |
| 2001 | $159 +36.1% | $3,500 |
| 2000 | $117 | $3,500 |
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Est. payment
$1,471/mo
Principal & interest
$1347
Property taxes
$124
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Washington Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Leinkauf Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Calloway Smith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Murphy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Leinkauf
- Middle: Calloway Smith
- High: Murphy
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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