Midtown Mobile

Welcome to Midtown Mobile

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The Midtown Historic District is a historic district in the city of Mobile, Alabama, United States. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 29, 2001, with a boundary increase on November 18, 2020. It is bounded by Taylor Avenue, Government Street, Houston Street, Kenneth Street, Springhill Avenue, and Florida Street. The district covers 467 acres (1.89 km²) and contains 1,270 contributing buildings. The main of the contributing buildings range in age from the 1880s to the 1950s and cover a wide range of architectural styles. The district was significantly affected by a tornado on December 25, 2012, on Christmas Day.

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Seven National Register Historic Districts is what makes up what is known as downtown and midtown Mobile, which means that you’ll love in getting to know these seven distinct personalities spread throughout the Mobile area – they truly define the heart and soul of ‘old Mobile’. There are also several other historic areas that while maybe not nationally designated, are equally as important, charming and part of the Midtown Mobile story. Get out and explore and buy historical real estate from Bienville Realty Group.

breezes and Strolling or driving through one of our seven National Register Historic Districts, you’ll discover giant front porches as stylish as the living rooms within, giant ferns swaying in the ancient huge live oak trees and magnolia trees forming beautifulcanopies over many streets. Mobilians are active (they have to be, with all the delicious food around) so you’ll likely encounter runners, folks walking their dogs or families riding their bikes. Everyone comes ready with a friendly smile and a wave and soon, you’ll feel like you fit right in with our southern charm and hospitality.

Live Oaks and history

Giant front porches and charming community to belong too

You may happen upon one of many street parties held throughout the year ( Callahans St. Pattys Day), with white linen tablecloths, lanterns swinging from branches (Washington Square), local live music or even locally owned food trucks. Picnics and lawn parties pop up during 5k races and marathons with routes that wind through the historic neighborhoods or you may encounter themed bike-rides (Tweed, zombies, witches, and home-brewed beer, to name a few), community gardens and library nooks (where neighbors can drop off or borrow shared books for free).

Each district has a unique character that reflects the city’s growth during the 19th and 20th centuries. The Mobile Historic Development Commission is a great place to begin planning your journey through Mobile’s colorful architectural history. Find your favorite home by calling Bienville Realty Group.

While Midtown Mobile is a gorgeous and beautiful historic area and Africatown is an important part of the area’s African American story – neither have been officially designated as a ‘National Register Historic District’ as of yet.

Don’t miss out the adventure of Spring Hill in Midtown. Sixteen historic homes and buildings are featured on the tour. A great place to begin is the Stewartfield House, located on the campus of Spring Hill College with its captivating Avenue of the Oaks.

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