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$38,739$34 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 50How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

853 CHARLES ST

MOBILE, AL 36604
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,156 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$39K
$19K low$58K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$271 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$5,150 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$51,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.55
44
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMOBILE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 144 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Craighead Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Williamson High School and Middle Grades Preperatory AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Mobile County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36604These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,864
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,156
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,916
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

853 Charles St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Mobile 36604
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Mobile 36604
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Mobile 36604
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Mobile County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Marine Street

What homes are worth in Mobile 36604

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$38K$681K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Mobile 36604.

How it measures up in Mobile 36604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mobile 36604.

Estimated value$38,739
CheaperTypical $197,279Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$34
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,156 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 853 Charles St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarine StreetMobile 36604Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$38,73918% of homes2% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3427% of homes2% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,156 ft²31% of homes20% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac33% of homes40% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than199093% of homes84% of homes57% of homes

About 853 Charles St

How much is 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL is $38,739 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $19,400 to $58,078. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL last sell?

853 Charles St, Mobile, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL?

853 Charles St, Mobile, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,156 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL built?

853 Charles St, Mobile, AL was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL?

853 Charles St, Mobile, AL is assigned to Craighead Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Williamson High School and Middle Grades Preperatory Academy (middle), rated F. All sit in Mobile County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL compare to other homes in Mobile 36604?

Among the 3,729 homes in Mobile 36604, it is worth more than 2% of them ($38,739 against a typical $197,279), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($34 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,156 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1990 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 6% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 853 Charles St, Mobile, AL was $271. The county assessed it at $5,150.

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