1200 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36604

$599,000

Historic Southern Neoclassical Gem in Mobile Oakleigh Garden District. If walls could talk, this 1903 Southern beauty would have stories to tell. Designed by legendary architect George B. Rogers famed for the Van Antwerp Building, the Egyptian-Revival Scottish Rite Temple, and so many of Mobile's most iconic landmarks, this home… Read More is both a piece of history and a potential showstopper for modern living. From the moment you see the sweeping columns, temple-style pediment, and grand balcony, you'll know this isn't just another house it's a statement. Built as a private residence and later transformed into The Women's Clubhouse Association in 1929, it has hosted weddings, galas, and gatherings for nearly a century. And now, it's ready for your story. Inside, soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and refined details set the stage. The gracious entry flows into a ballroom, parlor, and formal dining room perfect for cocktail parties, concerts, or holiday dinners. The gourmet kitchen makes entertaining effortless, with a 12-foot island, Wolfe 6-burner stove with dual ovens and induction grills, walk-in pantry, butler pantry, and wine closet. Everyday life feels just as special, with a sunny breakfast nook, inviting front parlor or sunroom, and plenty of room for casual gatherings. The main floor includes a mother-in-law-style handicap-accessible bedroom and full bath with separate entrance; while upstairs offers four more bedrooms, a sunroom, and an expansive primary suite with en-suite bath, fireplace and sweeping views of ancient palms and oaks. Modern comforts include a roof with radiant heat barrier (2016), updated electrical and plumbing (2007), furnace (2007), and an energy-efficient split unit in the kitchen (2015). Beyond its beauty, this home carries a legacy. As Mobile's first venue for women's organizations, it became a hub of civic life. Today, zoned R1 but with mixed-use potential, it's ready to shine again, as a private residence, boutique inn, law office, spa, or event venue. The location makes entertaining even sweeter. Nestled under Government Street's oak canopy, the property offers a wide driveway with some front side parking, rear parking, and membership opportunities in the Oakleigh Garden District Society, which hosts festivals, parades, and neighborhood gatherings. With Mardi Gras routes just steps away, downtown Mobile minutes from your door, and Gulf beaches a short drive beyond, you're at the center of it all. This is more than a home. It's a landmark, a stage, and an open invitation to live and entertain in timeless style. One Listing Agent is Related to the Seller. Read Less

Courtesy of Chris Adams, Legendary Realty,LLC PHONE

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 17, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Lot Size

0.37 Acres

Year Built

1903

MLS Number

7758940

Additional Details

Property Access

Accessibility Features: "None", Road Frontage Type: "City Street", Road Surface Type: "Asphalt"

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Gas Range", "Gas Water Heater", "Range Hood", "Refrigerator"

Basement

Basement: "Interior Entry", "Unfinished"

Building

Building Area Total: 5708, Construction Materials: "Frame", "Wood Siding", Other Structures: "None", Year Built: 1903

Community

Community Features: "None"

Cooling

Cooling: "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Central Air", "Ductless", "Multi Units", Cooling Included

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Balcony", "Private Entrance", "Private Yard", Patio And Porch Features: "Front Porch"

Fence

Fencing: "Back Yard"

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included

Floors

Flooring: "Ceramic Tile", "Hardwood", "Vinyl"

Foundation

Foundation Details: "Pillar/Post/Pier"

Heating

Heating: "Central", "Natural Gas", Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Crown Molding", "Disappearing Attic Stairs", "Entrance Foyer", "High Ceilings 10 ft Main", "High Ceilings 10 ft Upper", "Walk-In Closet(s)"

Laundry

Features: "Laundry Room"

Lot

Lot Features: "Back Yard", "Front Yard", "Landscaped", "Level", "Private", Lot Size Acres: 0.3678, Lot Size Area: 16021.368, Lot Size Dimensions: 75 X 221 X 75 X 221, Lot Size Square Feet: 16021.368, Lot Size Units: Square Feet, Parcel Number: 2906390004036

Energy Saving

Green Energy Efficient: "None"

Parking

Parking Features: "Driveway", "Parking Lot"

Pool

Pool Features: "None"

Property

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, Topography: Level, View: "City", Waterfront Features: "None"

Roof

Roof: "Composition", "Shingle"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Spa

Spa Features: "None"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 2300

Utilities

Electric: "110 Volts", "220 Volts", Utilities: "Cable Available", "Electricity Available", "Natural Gas Available", "Phone Available", "Sewer Available", "Water Available", Water Source: "Public"

Windows

Window Features: "Window Treatments", "Wood Frames"

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