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!
For sale
Price cut: $2.5K (8/9)
$392,000
296 Thompson Dr, Gardendale, AL 35071
5beds
3,998sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.37 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$98/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 120 days
- 1,047
- 72
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Katie Crommelin 205-901-3730,
Ray & Poynor Properties,
Jane Huston Crommelin 205-527-4251,
Ray & Poynor Properties
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21451917
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,Daylight,Block
- 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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Property
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: $98/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $440,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,593
- Price range: $392K - $392K
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Listing terms: Relocation Property
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Price change | $392,000-0.6%$98/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $394,500-3.5%$99/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $409,000+43.5%$102/sqft |
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| 11/7/2022 | Sold | $285,000-4.7%$71/sqft |
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| 10/7/2022 | Pending sale | $299,000$75/sqft |
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| 10/7/2022 | Contingent | $299,000$75/sqft |
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| 9/30/2022 | Price change | $299,000-14.6%$75/sqft |
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| 8/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $350,000+101.1%$88/sqft |
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| 1/24/2002 | Sold | $174,000+120.4%$44/sqft |
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| 4/27/2001 | Sold | $78,950$20/sqft |
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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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Neighborhood: 35071
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Snow Rogers
- Middle: Bragg
- High: Gardendale
Source: GALMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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