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$225,938$197 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

296 GARDEN DR

GARDENDALE, AL 35071
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,144 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.
0.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$226K
$185K low$267K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$17,340 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$207,800

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.58
67
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
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.
73
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.36 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.95
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.DeckPatio · 336 ft²Porch · 262 ft²

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

E
Snow Rogers Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Gardendale High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Bragg Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 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

296 Garden 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Gardendale 35071
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Gardendale 35071
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Older than 71% 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
$94K$574K

This home is worth more than 36% 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$225,938
CheaperTypical $261,545Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,642 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.95 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 296 Garden Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGardendale 35071Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$225,93836% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19781% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²14% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.95 ac76% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than196929% of homes52% of homes

About 296 Garden Dr

How much is 296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL is $225,938 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $184,713 to $267,163. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL last sell?

296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL?

296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.95-acre lot.

When was 296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL built?

296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL?

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

How does 296 Garden Dr, Gardendale, AL compare to other homes in Gardendale 35071?

Among the 6,398 homes in Gardendale 35071, it is worth more than 36% of them ($225,938 against a typical $261,545), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($197 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,642 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.95 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1969 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 55% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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