Short Sale - Views
Address
2228 Vaughan Drive E, Mobile, AL
Price
$ 168,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#7814722
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyMobile
- CityMobile
- NeighborhoodIdlewood
- Zip36605
- StyleRanch
- Year Built1964
- Taxes$ 1170
- Price$ 168,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2275
- Lot Size0.5068 Acres
Data Source:
Mobile Area Association of REALTORS®® Inc/Gulf Coast MLS
Property Description
Prime value-add investment opportunity in Idlewood! Sprawling over 2,200 sq. ft. on a massive 0.5-acre lot, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom ranch offers significant After-Repair Value (ARV) potential. Featuring a flexible floor plan with a separate mother-in-law suite with a private entrance, this property provides immediate multi-family upside, dual-income rental streams, short-term rental (Airbnb) potential, or space for a primary suite + guest unit. You’ll be minutes from boat launches and the excitement of Downtown Mobile, with instant interstate access to get you wherever you need to go. ARV Projections: Estimated After-Repair Value ranges from $240,000- to $260,000 depending on finish levels and conversion layout, leaving substantial equity for a fix-and-flip or cash-out refinance. Built-in Income Strategy: The attached in-law suite with independent entry allows dual rental income streams (main house + unit) to maximize monthly cash flow. Location, convenience and access to outdoor amenities. Minutes from local boat launches, Dog River, and coastal recreation. Prime Commuter Access: Instant access to I-10 and I-65 for rapid commutes into Downtown Mobile, regional job hubs, and shipyards. Bring your contractor and vision to unlock the full margin potential on this high-upside property. Schedule your private walkthrough today!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert W. Gilliard Elementary School | Pillans Middle School | Ben C Rain High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed $168,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Electric Range |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Brick 3 Sides,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1964 |
| Electric | 220 Volts |
| Topography | Level |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Waterfront Features | None |
| Community Features | None |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | Mobile - AL |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Energy Efficient | None |
| Subdivision Name | Idlewood |
| Other Structures | None |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| High School | Ben C Rain |
| City | Mobile |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 22076.208 |
| Carport Spaces | 1 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Spa Features | None |
| Elementary School | Dr. Robert W. Gilliard |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1170 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Pillans |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Entrance Foyer |
|---|---|
| Basement | None |
| Flooring | Brick,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood |
| Fireplace Features | None |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Aluminum Frames |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Other |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Kitchen Features | Breakfast Bar,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Other Surface Counters |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Tub/Shower Combo |
| Dining Room Features | None |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Private Yard |
|---|---|
| Fencing | None |
| Parking Features | Carport,Driveway |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Front Yard,Level |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 3 |
| Lot Size Area | 22076.208 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 2275 |
| Lot Dimensions | 160x208x65x200 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.5068 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 36605
Price
Year Built
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