20 Ruth Ave
Description
This three-bedroom, one-bathroom residence in Hampden offers a distinctive bonus room, meticulously finished with knotty pine accents on the basement walls and ceiling, imbuing the space with a warm and inviting ambiance. This raised ranch is ideally situated in a sought-after neighborhood, providing convenient access to local amenities while maintaining a tranquil distance from urban activity. Notable features of this move-in-ready property include an attached, spacious two-car garage and an expansive...This three-bedroom, one-bathroom residence in Hampden offers a distinctive bonus room, meticulously finished with knotty pine accents on the basement walls and ceiling, imbuing the space with a warm and inviting ambiance. This raised ranch is ideally situated in a sought-after neighborhood, providing convenient access to local amenities while maintaining a tranquil distance from urban activity. Notable features of this move-in-ready property include an attached, spacious two-car garage and an expansive rear deck. The kitchen has been recently upgraded with contemporary appliances, refreshed cabinetry, and a generously sized farm sink, presenting a highly appealing aspect of the home. We encourage you to schedule a viewing to experience this property firsthand. It awaits its next chapter with you.
- Listed by Rosa Collins • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
- Listed by Heather Young • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
Property Details for 20 Ruth Avenue
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleRaised Ranch, Ranch
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningRES
LISTING UPDATED: 05/28/2026 06:30 PM
Property Details for 20 Ruth Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1662154 |
| Days on Market | 21 |
| Taxes | $3,739 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1979 |
| Lot Size | 0.55 AC / 23,958 SF |
| County | Penobscot County |
Location
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Building Information for 20 Ruth Avenue
Stories-Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size0.55 AC / 23,958 SF
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$1,956 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,644
Property Taxes
$312
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 20 Ruth Avenue
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zip Code: 1522
- Town: Hampden
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04444
- County: Penobscot
- Geo Latitude: 44.757043
- Geo Longitude: -68.839074
- Tax Lot: A-17
- Site:Level: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Water View2: No
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: Paved, Inside Entrance, 5 - 10 Spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 17321
- Tax Map Number: 9
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: HAMN-000009-A000000-000017
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $3,739.00
Property
Green Features
- Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
- Energy Efficiency:Storm Doors: Yes
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Electric: Yes
- Water Heater:Heat Pump: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Electric, Gas Bottled, Propane
- Heat System: Baseboard, Direct Vent Heater, Heat Pump
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 420.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 960.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.55
- Source of Acreage: Seller
- Building Area Total: 1380.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.55
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 23958.0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 20
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Paved: Yes
- Driveway: Paved2
Property and Assessments
- Sign on Property: Yes
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Seller
- Year Built: 1979
Utilities
- Electric: True
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
- Water Heater: Electric2, Heat Pump2
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Direct Entry to Living
- DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck
- Basement Entry: Interior
Interior Features
- Basement: Finished, Full, Sump Pump
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Shower
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- Heating: Electric, Gas Bottled, Propane, Baseboard, Direct Vent Heater, Heat Pump
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
- Room Total: 8
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Levels: Multi-Level
- Kitchen Countertop:Butcher Block: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Solid Surface: Yes
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Fence, Laundry - Hookup, Shower
- Kitchen Countertop: Butcher Block, Solid Surface
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Bonus Room
- Room Length: 21.0
- Room Width: 20.0
- Room Level: Basement
Room 8
- Room Type: Other Room
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 6.0
- Room Level: First
Property History for 20 Ruth Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1662154 | $329,900 | — |
| May 21, 2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1662154 | $329,000 | — |
| May 14, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1662154 | $335,000 | — |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Sold Maine Listings #1604914 | $297,900 | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | Pending Maine Listings #1604914 | — | |
| Sep 27, 2024 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1604914 | — | |
| Sep 25, 2024 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1604914 | $289,900 | — |
| Apr 2, 2010 | Sold Maine Listings #953467 | $132,000 | — |
| Feb 19, 2010 | Pending Maine Listings #953467 | — | |
| Feb 18, 2010 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #953467 | — | |
| Oct 15, 2009 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #953467 | $135,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1662154 | $329,900 |
| 05/21/2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1662154 | $329,000 |
| 05/14/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1662154 | $335,000 |
| 11/01/2024 | Sold Maine Listings #1604914 | $297,900 |
| 09/27/2024 | Pending Maine Listings #1604914 | — |
| 09/27/2024 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1604914 | — |
| 09/25/2024 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1604914 | $289,900 |
| 04/02/2010 | Sold Maine Listings #953467 | $132,000 |
| 02/19/2010 | Pending Maine Listings #953467 | — |
| 02/18/2010 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #953467 | — |
| 10/15/2009 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #953467 | $135,500 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 20 Ruth Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$64,150Additions$147,700Total$211,850
Tax Record2025$3,739 ($312 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt960 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt960 SqFtStories1Lot Size23,958 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979Zoning11 - RCountyPENOBSCOTAPNHAMN M:09 B:A L:017
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