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Price cut: $14.5K (6/15)

$394,500

296 Thompson Dr, Gardendale, AL 35071

5beds

3,998sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1978

0.37 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$99/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

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!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Great Room, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 1

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Level: Basement

Bedroom 5

Level: Basement

Primary bathroom

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Dining room

Level: First

Family room

Level: Basement

Kitchen

Features: Laminate Counters
Level: First

Basement

Area: 1950

Heating

Central, Dual Systems (HEAT), Natural Gas

Cooling

Dual, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes

Features

Recessed Lighting, Cathedral/Vaulted, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block,Daylight
Attic: Other,Yes
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Stone, Den, Great Room, Gas

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 3,998 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,048
Finished area below ground: 1,950

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Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway, Parking (MLVL)
Carport spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1.5
Patio & porch: Porch
Pool features: None
Has view: Yes
View description: None
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 0.37 Acres
Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Few Trees

Details

Parcel number: 1400121001063.000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Basement

Condition

Year built: 1978

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Underground Utilities

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Ola Thompson

Location

Region: Gardendale

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $99/sqft
Tax assessed value: $440,200
Annual tax amount: $2,593
Price range: $394.5K - $394.5K
Date on market: 5/5/2026
Listing terms: Relocation Property
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

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Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/15/2026	Price change	$394,500-3.5%$99/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21451917 Report a problem
5/6/2026	Listed for sale	$409,000+43.5%$102/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21451917 Report a problem
11/7/2022	Sold	$285,000-4.7%$71/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1330882 Report a problem
10/7/2022	Pending sale	$299,000$75/sqft
Source: RE/Max of Alabama #1330882 Report a problem
10/7/2022	Contingent	$299,000$75/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1330882 Report a problem
9/30/2022	Price change	$299,000-14.6%$75/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1330882 Report a problem
8/12/2022	Listed for sale	$350,000+101.1%$88/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1330882 Report a problem
1/24/2002	Sold	$174,000+120.4%$44/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/27/2001	Sold	$78,950$20/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,593 +6.2%	$44,020 +6%
2024	$2,442 -51.1%	$41,520 -50%
2023	$4,991 +217%	$83,040 +177.9%
2022	$1,575 -0.5%	$29,880 +9.8%
2021	$1,583 +3.7%	$27,220 +3.6%
2020	$1,526 +13.7%	$26,280 +13.2%
2019	$1,343 +9.5%	$23,220 +9.1%
2018	$1,226	$21,280
2017	$1,226	$21,280
2016	$1,226	$21,280
2015	$1,226 +27.7%	$21,280 +4%
2014	$960 -8.5%	$20,460
2013	$1,050	$20,460 -2.3%
2012	$1,050 -11.3%	$20,951 -11.3%
2011	$1,183	$23,610
2010	$1,183	$23,610
2009	$1,183 -8.5%	$23,610 -8.5%
2008	$1,293 +8%	$25,800 +8%
2007	$1,196 +4.9%	$23,880 +4.9%
2006	$1,141 +4.7%	$22,770 +4.7%
2005	$1,090 +7.2%	$21,750 -46.4%
2004	$1,017 +7.2%	$40,580 +7.2%
2003	$948 -2.7%	$37,840 +94.7%
2002	$974	$19,440
2001	$974	$19,440
2000	$974	$19,440

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