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$291,696$191 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $269,900 on Nov 23, 2021

1218 W FOREST DR

GARDENDALE, AL 35071
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,525 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$292K
$268K low$316K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,900 · Nov 23, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,236 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$21,360 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.54
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 294 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Bragg Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Gardendale High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Snow Rogers Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35071These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,361
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.337 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,055
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

1218 W Forest Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 66% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Gardendale 35071
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Gardendale 35071
  • Older than 69% of homes in Gardendale 35071

What homes are worth in Gardendale 35071

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$89K$556K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Gardendale 35071.

How it measures up in Gardendale 35071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gardendale 35071.

Estimated value$291,696
CheaperTypical $254,456Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,525 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,616 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 1218 W Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGardendale 35071Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$291,69663% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19178% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,525 ft²44% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac20% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than197031% of homes53% of homes

About 1218 W Forest Dr

How much is 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL is $291,696 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $267,855 to $315,537. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL last sell?

1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL last sold on Nov 23, 2021 for $269,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL?

1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,525 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL built?

1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL?

1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL is assigned to Bragg Middle School (middle), rated A+; Gardendale High School (high), rated C; Snow Rogers Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL compare to other homes in Gardendale 35071?

Among the 6,384 homes in Gardendale 35071, it is worth more than 63% of them ($291,696 against a typical $254,456), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($191 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,525 ft² against a typical 1,616 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1970 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 66% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1218 W Forest Dr, Gardendale, AL was $1,236. The county assessed it at $21,360.

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