245 Ruth Avenue

Closed 7/31/25
Closed 7/31/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,580,000
2 beds919 sqft$1,719/sqft
245 Ruth Ave, Venice, CA 90291
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,255 sq ftLot Size
1941Year Built
$1,719/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

When a 1941 California Bungalow living meets the modern explosion of development and coastal luxury, you sometimes get an inspiring gem that defies the rules and maintains its own identity. This true California coastal bungalow still holds, with a tight fist, some of the nostalgic features of a simpler time. This 2 bedroom 1 bath 919 square foot home is situated on a 4255 square foot lot and gives the feeling of simplicity and open space in a time when space feels invaluable. Enter through a gated...When a 1941 California Bungalow living meets the modern explosion of development and coastal luxury, you sometimes get an inspiring gem that defies the rules and maintains its own identity. This true California coastal bungalow still holds, with a tight fist, some of the nostalgic features of a simpler time. This 2 bedroom 1 bath 919 square foot home is situated on a 4255 square foot lot and gives the feeling of simplicity and open space in a time when space feels invaluable. Enter through a gated driveway to your private covered porch w/ room to watch the passing parade. Hardwood floors are believed to be original, and intricate coffer styled ceiling detail is a nod to an era long past. The spacious living room is complete with fresh paint, original double hung windows, plenty of light, and open concept living room/dining room space. Dining room isn’t large, but it provides enough space for those cozy family meals. Kitchen is believed to be finished with original hardwood cabinets w/ intricate bottom frame detail on the uppers. Original ceramic tile with true to era inlaid detail. Plenty of light filters through picture window overlooking the backyard giving the kitchen a cozy but open feel. Utility room is spacious with stackable INDOOR laundry space, water heater, and upper storage. Bedrooms are what one might expect from a 919 square foot bungalow. Reasonably sized, simple, and utilitarian. One bedroom maintains the original built in closet space, while the other has been updated with mirrored doors. Both have large windows that give the home plenty of light. Bath is spacious given the original footprint, and is complete with tub/shower, vanity sink with original cabinets and counters, and frosted privacy window for plenty of ventilation. The backyard is what everyone needs in a cramped and crowded coastal setting. Plenty of grass area, covered patio, cactus garden. This home is a diamond in the rough and ready for someone to restore it to its former glory. A perfect coastal retreat, or the site of a future ultra lux gem.
  • Listed by: Hillary Thomas DRE #00880226 Brokerage DRE #01341809 • Thomas Real Estate Group offers@thomasrealestategroup.com
  • Listed by: Nicholas Thomas DRE #01410183 Brokerage DRE #01341809 • Thomas Real Estate Group
Listing closed: 07/31/2025 12:00 AM • Source: CRMLS, MLS#: PW24229451

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Listing Courtesy of Thomas Real Estate Group, Hillary Thomas, DRE #00880226; Thomas Real Estate Group, Nicholas Thomas, DRE #01410183

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Property Information for 245 Ruth Avenue

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Los Angeles County
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • View: None
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
  • Private Pool: No
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Total Units: 1.0
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 919
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4240-003-029
  • Property Attached YN: false
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • Pool: No
  • Spa: No
  • View: No
  • View: No
  • Parking for RV: Converted
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Zoning: LARD2
  • Senior Community: No
  • Parcel Number: 4240003029
  • Area: Venice (C11)
  • High School District: Los Angeles Unified
  • Directions: Ruth/Rose
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Lot Size: 0.10 AC / 4,255 SF
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Conventional
  • 433a Certified: No
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 6622
  • Tax Census Tract: 2732.00
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $220
  • Tax Lot: 205
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Disability Access: None
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop
  • Equipment: Gas Stove
  • Interior Features: Tile Counters
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Closet
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace Rooms: None
  • Fireplace: N/K
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Exterior Construction: Other
  • Exterior: Other/Remarks
  • Roof: Composition
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fence: Chain Link
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Structure Type: House
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • View Description: None
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Spa Features: None
  • Spa Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Yard
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Road Surface Type: Alley Paved, Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer, Cable Available, Sewer Connected
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected
  • Electric: Cable Available, Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Converted Garage, Driveway
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 2
  • Parking Non-Garage: Converted
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Converted
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage, Driveway
Property / Structure Info
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman/Bungalow
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 245 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 31, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #PW24229451

$1,580,000—
Jul 31, 2025

Sold

SDMLS #PW24229451

$1,580,000—
Jul 31, 2025

Sold

CLAW #PW24229451MR

$1,580,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/31/2025

Sold

CRMLS #PW24229451

$1,580,000
07/31/2025

Sold

SDMLS #PW24229451

$1,580,000
07/31/2025

Sold

CLAW #PW24229451MR

$1,580,000

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

Public Records for 245 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,430,000Additions$150,000Total$1,580,000
Tax Record2025$22,965 ($1,914 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt919 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt919 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,253 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1942ZoningLARD2CountyLOS ANGELESAPN4240-003-029

Schools near 245 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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This home: 245 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
$1,580,000
2
919
4,255
241 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
$1,590,200
2
812
4,227
237 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
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3
2
1,404
4,232
233 Ruth Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
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2
1
852
4,234
250 6th Avenue, Venice, CA 90291
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2
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