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Lisa Granger

lisamichellellc@gmail.com +1(251) 454-1170

Listed by Carrie Diamond • Diamond Properties

$ 454,900

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256 Michigan AVE Mobile, AL 36604

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

4,263 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,263 sqft

Price per Sqft $106

Subdivision Glendale Park

MLS Listing ID 7842019

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Lot Size 7,165 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Located in Mobile's beloved Leinkauf Historic District, this remarkable Victorian home, built in 1897, is a true piece of history waiting for its next chapter. In 1978, the home was purchased by a couple who had lived and traveled around the world. It's easy to imagine that they felt the same sense of awe upon entering this home that you will. A true time capsule of craftsmanship, character, and architectural details that cannot be replicated today. The owners, an engineer and interior decorator, began bringing this grand home back to life, updating the electrical, plumbing, sheetrock, and insulation so its beauty could be enjoyed for generations to come. Inside, the details tell the story. Original wood floors feature an intricate Greek key design, while extensive millwork and molding, stained glass windows, soaring 12-foot ceilings, and an impressive seven fireplaces showcase the craftsmanship of another era. The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home also offers an unfinished third-story attic, providing additional space and endless possibilities for the new owner. The roof was replaced approximately two years ago, and the seller has provided disclosures detailing additional improvements and information about the property.
This is not a home for someone looking for new construction or perfection—it is for someone with vision who appreciates history, craftsmanship, and the opportunity to bring an extraordinary old home back to life. A home with this much character, history, and original detail doesn't come along often. Now, she is waiting for someone to write her next chapter.

Location

State AL

County Mobile - Al

Direction PLEASE READ ----> From Government St turn right onto Michigan Avenue. Home is yellow Victorian on right. For easier parking and access, you will pass home, then take right onto Texas, go to second house on right, and pull in driveway.

Rooms

Basement None

Dining Room Butlers Pantry, Separate Dining Room

Kitchen Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Pantry Walk-In, View to Family Room

Interior

Interior Features Bookcases, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10 ft Upper, Other

Heating Central

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Flooring Carpet, Hardwood

Fireplaces Type Decorative, Gas Log

Appliance Gas Cooktop

Laundry Laundry Room, Upper Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Courtyard, Lighting, Other

Fence Wood

Pool None

Community Features Near Schools, Sidewalks

Utilities Available Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available

Waterfront Description None

View Y/N true

Roof Type Shingle

Building

Lot Description Landscaped, Level

Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Victorian

Level or Stories Two

Schools

Elementary Schools Leinkauf

Middle Schools Calloway Smith

High Schools Murphy

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Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

Lisa Granger

Agent License ID: 112037

+1(251) 454-1170

Lisa Granger

256 Michigan AVE Mobile, AL 36604

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