Last Sold Price
4 beds1,515 sqft$155/sqft
3518 Ruth Avenue, Lansing, MI 48910

Description

Nestled on a tranquil dead-end road, this charming Cape Cod-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Boasting 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, this property is thoughtfully designed for daily living. The well laid out kitchen and first-floor laundry adds convenience, while the warmth of the hardwood floors throughout the home exude a timeless elegance. The finished basement provides versatile space featuring the 4th bedroom, full bathroom, an office and spaces ideal...Nestled on a tranquil dead-end road, this charming Cape Cod-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Boasting 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, this property is thoughtfully designed for daily living. The well laid out kitchen and first-floor laundry adds convenience, while the warmth of the hardwood floors throughout the home exude a timeless elegance. The finished basement provides versatile space featuring the 4th bedroom, full bathroom, an office and spaces ideal for recreation or work. Outdoors, the expansive yard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing in your private oasis, where wildlife sightings are commonplace. A 24x28 pole barn offers ample storage or workshop potential, complementing the one-car attached garage. As a bonus, all appliances are included, making this home truly move-in ready. This delightful property combines peaceful living with practical amenitiesyour dream retreat awaits!
LISTING CLOSED: 01/28/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sue Dickinson • Brokerage DRE #6505276328BR • Five Star Real Estate - Lansing
    P: (517) 243-1721 C: (517) 243-1721 Sue@DickinsonRealtyGroup.com

Property Details for 3518 Ruth Avenue

Status
MLS #
630000285563
Days on Market
7
Taxes
$5,620 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1936
Lot Size
1.31 AC / 57,063 SF
Subdivision Name
CHERRY HILL
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Zoning Description
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$195,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

101.1%

Lansing, MI

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Five Star Real Estate - Lansing

Sold By Howard Hanna Real Estate Executives

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Building Information for 3518 Ruth Avenue

Stories-Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size1.31 AC / 57,063 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,663 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,194

Property Taxes

$468

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3518 Ruth Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Forest/Aurelius, S to Irvington Ave, W to Ruth Ave, N to house
  • Latitude: 42.695766
  • Longitude: -84.527709
  • MLS Area Major: Area11012Lansing
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 33010134226071
  • Tax Amount Summer: $5,620.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,620.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $86,835.00
  • Tax Legal Description: LOTS 83, 84 & 85 SUPERVISORS PLAT OF CHERRY HILL
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School District: Lansing
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.31
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 188 x 305
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 90000.0
  • Table: RS
  • Living Area: 1515.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1065.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 450.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 841.0
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Other Structures: Pole Barn
  • Year Built: 1936
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Basement: Finished, Walk Out Access
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Granite Counters
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 2
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 3
  • Room Area: 241.5
  • Room Dimensions: 23 x 10.5
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 10.5
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Area: 110.0
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 10
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Area: 110.0
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 10
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Area: 158.1
  • Room Dimensions: 13.75 x 11.5
  • Room Length: 13.8
  • Room Width: 11.5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Area: 97.8
  • Room Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.5
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Width: 8.5
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Bedroom2
Room 8
  • Room Area: 126.5
  • Room Dimensions: 11.5 x 11
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom3
Room 9
  • Room Area: 178.5
  • Room Dimensions: 10.5 x 17
  • Room Length: 10.5
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom4
Room 10
  • Room Area: 63.8
  • Room Dimensions: 8.5 x 7.5
  • Room Length: 8.5
  • Room Width: 7.5
  • Room Level: Entry
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 11
  • Room Area: 56.0
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 7
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
Room 12
  • Room Area: 121.0
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
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Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 3518 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549792928

$235,000

+4.9% / yr

Jan 28, 2025

Sold

Realcomp #630000285563

$235,000
Jan 6, 2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #630000285563

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549792928

$235,000

+4.9% / yr

01/28/2025

Sold

Realcomp #630000285563

$235,000
01/06/2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #630000285563

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

Public Records for 3518 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$37,700Additions$74,300Total$112,000
Tax Record2025$5,856 ($488 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,065 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,065 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt841 SqFtStories1Lot Size57,499 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1936CountyINGHAMAPN33-01-01-34-226-071

Schools near 3518 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Lansing Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 4 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Forest View School
PublicPK to 4

Mt. Hope School
Public4 to 8

Everett High School
Public9 to 12

Lyons School
PublicPK to 4

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 3518 Ruth Avenue, Lansing, MI 48910
$235,000
4
1,515
57,063
$135,000
3
1,406
13,503
$24,000
3
967
19,166
$53,500
2
2,080
13,939
1
2,216
19,166

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