296 Thompson Dr, Gardendale, AL, 35071
About This Home
Quiet retreat convenient to everything! Located at the end of a quiet street this home will surprise you from the moment you step inside! Vaulted ceiling in the great room with large stone fireplace is the perfect place to relax at the end of the day. Dining room convenient to kitchen which offers lots of natural light and easy entry from carport. Laundry off kitchen has additional access from primary suite. Large primary bedroom with walk-in closet and spacious bath. Main level also includes two additional guest bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs is a bonus space for office, playroom or guest space. Downstairs will wow you- lower level apartment includes full kitchen, large den, two bedrooms and a full bath. Also includes storage space and additional laundry space. Ready for a new owner to call home!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Ice Maker,Microwave,Electric Oven,Refrigerator,Stove-Electric,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),Yes
Basement
- Area: 1950
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block,Daylight
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Level: Basement
Bedroom5
- Level: Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: Basement
Features
- Recessed Lighting,Cathedral/Vaulted,Soaking Tub,Linen Closet,Separate Shower,Double Vanity,Tub/Shower Combo,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL),Stone,Den,Great Room,Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,950
- Finished area above ground: 2,048
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Dual Systems (HEAT),Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Dual,Electric,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,998 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1400121001063.000
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Lot size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Cul-De-Sac,Few Trees
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway,Parking (MLVL)
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,994 | $23,928 |
| Home Insurance * | $273 | $3,276 |
| Property Taxes | $190 | $2,280 |
| Electricity | $447 | $5,368 |
| Total | $2,904 | $34,848 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Alabama FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | Listed for sale | $409,000 |
| 2022-11-07 | Sold | $285,000 |
| 2022-10-07 | Pending sale | $299,000 |
| 2022-10-07 | Contingent | $299,000 |
| 2022-09-30 | Price change | $299,000 |
| 2022-08-12 | Listed for sale | $350,000 |
| 2002-01-24 | Sold | $174,000 |
| 2001-04-27 | Sold | $78,950 |
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