261 Rapier Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
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OFF MARKET

261 Rapier Ave
Mobile, AL 36604

Washington Square
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,969 sqft

$474,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026

$474,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,969 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This single-family home is located at 261 Rapier Ave, Mobile, AL. 261 Rapier Ave is in the Washington Square neighborhood in Mobile, AL and in ZIP code 36604. This property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 2,969 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8712 sqft and was built in 1890.
261 Rapier Ave, Mobile, AL 36604 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,969 sqft single-family home in Washington Square, built in 1890. It last sold for $275,000 on Feb 18, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2019 with an asking price of $1,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 2, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $474,500, with a rent estimate of $2,578/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 261 Rapier Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile
Interior Details
AtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Office, Pantry, Recreation RoomCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: WoodLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890Year Updated: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7996 sqft

Price History for 261 Rapier Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/18/2019$275,000Sold
Baldwin Realtors #266109
02/02/2019$1,800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/01/2019$1,800Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/27/2018$324,800Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/19/2003$218,000Sold
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Market trends in Mobile

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$217K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
Price per sq ft
$132
$3MoM
Available listings
1060
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,700
Assessment$278,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 261 Rapier Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1212 Palmetto St, Mobile, AL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/30/25
3
2
1,250
160 S Georgia Ave, Mobile, AL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$469,000
05/19/26
4
2.5
2,688
205 George St, Mobile, AL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$500,000
08/13/25
3
3
2,065
952 Savannah St, Mobile, AL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$421,735
08/13/25
3
2.5
2,177
1111 Texas St, Mobile, AL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$220,000
06/11/26
3
2
1,668
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Washington Square
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What Locals Say about Washington Square

At least 5 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 86 % Say kids play outside

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say parking is easy

  • 40 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 10 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Robert lombard
    "Great people. Two great restaurants. Trees. Culture great musicians. Well known old mobile families "
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  • Angie K.
    "I love this neighborhood! The people all ride around in their golf carts and sit on their front porches. This truly is the definition of southern living!"
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  • Jessica M. S.
    "They would love all of the sidewalks. There is also a dog park in the neighborhood and Washington square has large sidewalks and lots of grass. "
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  • Jessica M. S.
    "Progressive dinners. Events downtown that are in walking distance like 1065 Fest and South Sounds. Neighborhood meetings. "
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  • Jessica M. S.
    "Neighborhood dinners, Mother’s Day concert, Halloween party in the square, Easter egg hunt at Oakleigh mansion. "
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  • Patti C.
    "I live here. 5 minutes from downtown Mobile, highway I-10, Austal Ship Building, and new Airbus facility. Walking distance to: Washington Square; Mardi Gras parade route; Callhan's Irish Pub; Oakleigh Mansion; Magnoilia Cemetary; Mobile Public Library. You can actually walk to church, school, shops, parades, concerts, art galleries, restaurants, & pubs. There are many neighborhood events though out the year: block parties; meet your neighbor; Black Tie and Blue Jean's in the Square; Mother's Day band concert; Oakleigh Porch tour; easter egg hunt; halloween parade, & attending parades to watch together. Popular activities include: walking, jogging, cycling, picnicking on the grounds of the Oakleigh Mansion to Washington Square; hanging out on the front porch drinking ice tea, & talking with neighbors. "
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  • dwallace87
    "The Oakleigh Garden District has Southern charm and delightful neighbors. Live oaks dot the landscape and the smell of barbeque wafts through the air most nights. This neighborhood introduces you to southern living at its absoulte best while representing some very cosmopolitan people. "
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