Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,420 sqft
17765 Ruth Street, Melvindale, MI 48122
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.1 acresLot Size
1943Year Built
$135/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Move-In Ready Corner Lot Ranch with Finished Basement in the Heart of Melvindale! Welcome to 17765 Melvindale-a beautifully updated ranch offering comfort, convenience, and modern design, all just minutes from Downtown Detroit and Detroit Metro Airport. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this home shines with fresh updates, a finished basement, and a Certificate of Occupancy already in hand-making your move seamless and stress-free. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting layout featuring 2...Move-In Ready Corner Lot Ranch with Finished Basement in the Heart of Melvindale! Welcome to 17765 Melvindale-a beautifully updated ranch offering comfort, convenience, and modern design, all just minutes from Downtown Detroit and Detroit Metro Airport. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this home shines with fresh updates, a finished basement, and a Certificate of Occupancy already in hand-making your move seamless and stress-free. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting layout featuring 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a main-floor full bath and a finished basement half bath. The bright eat-in kitchen is fully updated with luxury vinyl flooring, and appliances included in the sale. The living room and bedrooms boast brand-new carpeting, while the entire home has been freshly painted, creating a clean, welcoming space that feels brand new. Downstairs, the fully finished basement offers a bonus room perfect as a third bedroom, home office, or playroom, along with a separate laundry room and convenient half bath. With a new hot water tank, newer Lennox furnace and central air, and full waterproofing throughout, this home offers peace of mind for years to come. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in yard, ideal for pets or entertaining, plus a 2-car garage for extra storage and convenience. The location couldn't be better-close to shopping, schools, golf, expressways, and more! This home has already passed the City of Melvindale inspection-no repairs required-and comes with a Certificate of Occupancy ready to transfer to the new buyer. Don't miss your chance to own this turnkey home in a prime location. Schedule your private tour today and imagine the possibilities of life at 17765 Melvindale!
  • Listed by: Shannon Bagdonas 313.766.8387 soldbyshannonb@outlook.com • LPT Realty LLC
Listing closed: 07/11/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Realcomp, MLS#: 57050176901

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Property Information for 17765 Ruth Street

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Wayne County
  • Subdivision Name: ALLEN BOULEVARD HEIGHTS SUB
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Waterfront: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1943
  • Lot Size: 0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North on Allen, Turn Right on Cora, house is on corner of Ruth and Cora.
  • Latitude: 42.285342
  • Longitude: -83.183723
  • Cross Street: Allen Road / Cora Road
  • MLS Area Major: Melvindale (82142)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 47009020070000
  • Tax Legal Description: W70 LOT 70 ALLEN BOULEVARD HEIGHTS SUB PC 35 L51 P41 WCR
  • Association: Yes
School Information
  • High School District: Melvindale Allen Pk
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Two Car Garage, Assigned2Spaces, Detached, Electricityin Garage, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 40.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 1420.0
  • Building Area Total: 1440.0
  • Building Area Source: Assessor
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 720.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 700.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 720.0
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Year Built: 1943
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block
  • Levels: One
  • Stories Total: 1
Utilities
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.1
  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range
  • Basement: Block, Finished, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Eat In Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Water Heater Fuel: Natural Gas
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Private: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 9x13
  • Room Length: 3.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 2
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 10x17
  • Room Length: 5.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Description: Vinyl
  • Room Dimensions: 3x5
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room 4
  • Room Description: Other
  • Room Dimensions: 10x15
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 5
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 8x12
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 3x5
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12x8
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 13x11
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Flooring: Other
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 9
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 9x13
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 17765 Ruth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 14, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1907860612

$191,500

+115.9% / yr

Jul 11, 2025

Sold

MiRealSource #50176901

$191,500
Jul 11, 2025

Sold

Realcomp #57050176901

$191,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/14/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1907860612

$191,500

+115.9% / yr

07/11/2025

Sold

MiRealSource #50176901

$191,500
07/11/2025

Sold

Realcomp #57050176901

$191,500

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Public Records for 17765 Ruth Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$934 ($78 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt720 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt720 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,920 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1943Year Renovated1943ZoningR1 1 FACountyWAYNEAPN47 009 02 0070 000

Schools near 17765 Ruth Street

This home is within Melvindale-North Allen Park Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rogers Early Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Allendale Elementary School
Public2 to 5

Julian O. Strong Middle School
Public6 to 8

Melvindale High School
Public9 to 12

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