Active
3 beds1,434 sqft$181/sqft
12 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC 28658
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Single FamilyProperty Type
0.65 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
$181/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to 12 Ruth Avenue, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on approximately 0.65 acres in Newton. From the moment you step inside, you will appreciate the comfortable layout, inviting atmosphere, and thoughtful combination of classic character and modern improvements. This home offers plenty of space for everyday living, entertaining guests, working from home, or simply relaxing at the end of the day. Beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and timeless character throughout the...Welcome to 12 Ruth Avenue, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on approximately 0.65 acres in Newton. From the moment you step inside, you will appreciate the comfortable layout, inviting atmosphere, and thoughtful combination of classic character and modern improvements. This home offers plenty of space for everyday living, entertaining guests, working from home, or simply relaxing at the end of the day. Beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and timeless character throughout the home. The living area is centered around a traditional wood-burning fireplace, creating a cozy gathering place for family and friends. Whether you are enjoying a quiet evening at home, hosting a holiday celebration, or watching the game with guests, this space is designed to feel comfortable and welcoming. The kitchen combines style, convenience, and functionality. It features stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances, generous cabinet storage, and soft-close cabinet doors and drawers. The durable LifeProof flooring provides an attractive, low-maintenance surface that is well suited for daily use. There is ample space for preparing meals, storing kitchen essentials, and gathering together. The stainless-steel appliances complement the cabinetry and give the kitchen a clean, updated appearance. The home includes three comfortable bedrooms, offering flexibility for a variety of needs. Use the additional rooms for family members, overnight guests, a home office, hobby room, exercise space, or a combination of uses. Spacious walk-in closets provide valuable storage and help keep everyday belongings organized. With two full bathrooms, the home offers added convenience for both residents and guests. LifeProof flooring in the bathrooms provides durability while maintaining a coordinated look with the kitchen. Window shades have already been installed, saving the new owner time and expense while providing privacy from the first day. Throughout the home, the thoughtful features and practical updates make it easy to settle in and begin enjoying the property without taking on a long list of immediate projects. The approximately 0.65-acre lot provides room to enjoy the outdoors, entertain, garden, play, or simply relax in your own surroundings. The property offers a welcome sense of space while remaining manageable for routine care and maintenance. It is an ideal setting for anyone who wants more outdoor room than a typical neighborhood lot can provide. This home delivers the features many buyers are searching for: three bedrooms, two bathrooms, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, stainless-steel appliances, soft-close cabinetry, walk-in closets, durable flooring, installed window shades, and a generous lot. The combination of indoor comfort and outdoor space makes the property suitable for first-time buyers, growing households, downsizers, or anyone looking for a comfortable place to call home. Every room offers an opportunity to make the home your own. Arrange the living area around the fireplace, create a dedicated office or guest room, enjoy meals prepared in the updated kitchen, and take advantage of the additional storage provided by the walk-in closets. The layout is functional for everyday life while still offering the flexibility to change as your needs evolve. The warm hardwood flooring and traditional fireplace bring character to the home, while the stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances, LifeProof flooring, and soft-close cabinetry provide the modern conveniences today’s buyers appreciate. These features come together to create a property that feels established, comfortable, and ready for its next chapter. If you have been searching for a move-in-ready home with character, practical updates, abundant storage, and nearly two-thirds of an acre, 12 Ruth Avenue deserves your attention. This property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with room to grow, gather, and create lasting memories.
29 days on Market
  • Listed by: • Shook & Tarlton Realty LLC david.fontana@shook-tarlton.com
Last updated: 09/11/2026 01:06 PM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4414166

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Property Information for 12 Ruth Avenue

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Subdivision Name: Rowe Estates
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Lot Size: 0.65 AC / 28,314 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.200829
  • Latitude: 35.67505
  • Directions: located off Mt. Olive Church Road
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $167,800.00
  • Parcel Number: 3740076748070000
  • City Taxes Paid To: Newton
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1434.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1434
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1434.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Property History for 12 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 11, 2026

Price Change

CANOPY #4414166

$259,997
Aug 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4414166

$264,997
Jun 30, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #573443625

$39,000

+261.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/11/2026

Price Change

CANOPY #4414166

$259,997
08/13/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4414166

$264,997
06/30/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #573443625

$39,000

+261.8% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$12,700Additions$155,100Total$167,800
Tax Record2025$669 ($56 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,386 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,386 SqFtStories1Lot Size28,314 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1955ZoningR-9CountyCATAWBAAPN3740-07-67-4807

Schools near 12 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Newton-Conover City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
North Newton Elementary
PublicK to 5

Newton-Conover Middle
Public6 to 8

Newton-Conover High
Public9 to 12

Discovery High School at Newton Conover
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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12 Ruth Avenue is a single family home for sale in Newton, NC 28658. This property was listed for sale on August 13, 2026 by Shook & Tarlton Realty LLC, it's currently listed at $259,997. It has been on the market for a total of 29 days and was last sold on June 30, 2016. This listing's school district is Newton-Conover City School District. Nearby schools include North Newton Elementary, Newton-Conover Middle and Newton-Conover High. 12 Ruth Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,434 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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