209 Ruth Avenue

Sold 5/22/25
Sold 5/22/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,065,000
2 beds1,341 sqft$1,540/sqft
209 Ruth Ave, Venice, CA 90291
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,243 sq ftLot Size
1951Year Built
$1,540/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

209 Ruth Avenue is a beautifully updated Venice bungalow that combines classic charm with modern upgrades. Upon entering this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home, gorgeous natural light floods the living and dining areas through large windows. The kitchen is a standout, with a vintage stove, Carrera marble counters, and a striking live edge Bubinga wood island. Elegant archways frame each room, adding beautiful character and a timeless feel. Both bedrooms are generous in size, including the primary suite...209 Ruth Avenue is a beautifully updated Venice bungalow that combines classic charm with modern upgrades. Upon entering this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home, gorgeous natural light floods the living and dining areas through large windows. The kitchen is a standout, with a vintage stove, Carrera marble counters, and a striking live edge Bubinga wood island. Elegant archways frame each room, adding beautiful character and a timeless feel. Both bedrooms are generous in size, including the primary suite with an attached spa-like bathroom featuring PentalQuartz framing a stunning bathtub, complemented by Italian porcelain flooring. French doors connect the primary suite to the private backyard retreat, complete with a built-in hot tub, fire pit, Japanese shishi odoshi water fountain, and deck perfect for unwinding. The converted garage, affectionately dubbed "Club 209" by the sellers, was the ultimate gathering spot for their family and friends. With wood paneling, vaulted wood ceilings, skylights, a gas stove/fireplace, and a built-in bar, it's designed for entertaining. Sliding glass doors open to a stone patio with a built-in barbecue, perfect for summer dinner parties. The home also features a speaker system for seamless entertainment and a thoughtful layout that provides easy access from the kitchen to the outdoor entertaining areas. The property is enveloped in lush, mature landscaping with garden lighting, creating a peaceful setting to relax and enjoy your little slice of outdoor paradise. This home is perfectly positioned to enjoy everything the neighborhood has to offer while being tucked away in a more tranquil setting. The shops and restaurants on Rose Avenue, Main Street, and Abbot Kinney are just a couple of blocks away, with Whole Foods a quick 2-minute drive and Ozone Park directly across the street.

Listing Agent

  1. Diana Braun

    Diana Braun

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01362342

    P: (310) 866-5039

    M: (310) 866-5039

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Listing closed: 05/22/2025 12:00 AM • Source: CLAW, MLS#: 25523387

Recent comparable sales

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Avg days on market

51

Sale-to-list ratio

95.9%

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Property Information for 209 Ruth Avenue

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Los Angeles County
  • Zoning: LARD2
  • Style: California Bungalow
  • Parcel Number: 4240003020
  • Living Area: 1341
  • Source Living Area: Vendor Enhanced
  • Area: Venice (C11)
  • Lot Size Area: 4243
  • Source Lot Size Area: Vendor Enhanced
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4240-003-020
  • Directions: West of Lincoln Blvd, North of Rose Ave, South of Dewey St
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Lot Size: 0.10 AC / 4,243 SF
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • View: No
  • View Description: None
  • View: None
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Sewer: In Street
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Disclosures: As Is
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Special Zoning: Coastal Commission
  • Lot Acreage: 0.0974
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4243
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 42x102
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Driveway
  • Total Parking: 1
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Converted Garage, Dining Area, Patio Open, Living Room, Breakfast Bar
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Bonus Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas, Bonus Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Hood Fan, Garbage Disposal, Built-Ins, Barbeque, Alarm System
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room
  • Kitchen Features: Island, Open to Family Room
  • Bedroom Features: Primary Suite
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Built-In BBQ, Range, Range Hood, Oven
  • Laundry: Garage
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: Hot Tub
  • Patio Features: Patio Open, Deck(s), Rock/Stone
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 04-10-2025

Property History for 209 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 22, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #25523387

$2,065,000—
May 22, 2025

Sold

CLAW #25523387

$2,065,000—
May 2, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558316691

$2,065,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/22/2025

Sold

CRMLS #25523387

$2,065,000
05/22/2025

Sold

CLAW #25523387

$2,065,000
05/02/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558316691

$2,065,000

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

Public Records for 209 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,734,000Additions$372,300Total$2,106,300
Tax Record2025$4,399 ($367 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,341 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,341 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,241 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1951ZoningLARD2CountyLOS ANGELESAPN4240-003-020

Schools near 209 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Broadway Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Walgrove Avenue Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Westminster Avenue Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Mark Twain Middle School and World Languages Magnet
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Broadway Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Walgrove Avenue Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Westminster Avenue Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Mark Twain Middle School and World Languages Magnet
Public6 to 8

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 209 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
$2,065,000
2
1,341
4,243
213 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
$2,725,000
4
2,998
4,240
205 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
–
3
2
1,197
4,243
217 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
$935,000
2
1.5
1,144
4,284
212 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
–
–
2
1,202
4,232
212 6th Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
$1,710,000
4
4
1,232
4,224

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