Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,830 sqft
879 Ruth Ave, Erie, PA 16509
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.21 acresLot Size
1973Year Built
$86/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Great Millcreek Location, Close To Schools, Spacious Rooms, Solar Tubes In Living Room, Kitchen, Hallway & Bath. Jetted Tub In Downstairs Bath, Raised Hearth Brick Fireplace, Air Condition In 2014, New Garage Doors & Openers And New Carpet In Upper Level In 2013.Great Millcreek Location, Close To Schools, Spacious Rooms, Solar Tubes In Living Room, Kitchen, Hallway & Bath. Jetted Tub In Downstairs Bath, Raised Hearth Brick Fireplace, Air Condition In 2014, New Garage Doors & Openers And New Carpet In Upper Level In 2013.
  • Listed by: Paul Kitchen 814.323.5566 paulkitchen@remax.net • Re/Max Real Estate Group East
Listing closed: 03/03/2017 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Erie Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 51371

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$172,500

Avg days on market

42

Sale-to-list ratio

179.2%

Erie, PA

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1

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Square Feet
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Sold 04/11/25

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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

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Principal and Interest

$838

Property Taxes

$238

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Property Information for 879 Ruth Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,856 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Erie County
  • Architectural Style: Raised Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: Glenwood Estates
  • Zoning Description: A-RES
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: West Gore Rd. To Clinton, South To Ruth Ave., East To Home.
  • Latitude: 42.076071
  • Longitude: -80.074064
  • MLS Area Major: 7 - Millcreek E of I-79
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 33-163-619.0-108.24
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,856.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $127,000
  • Tax Year: 2016
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Millcreek
  • High School District: Millcreek
  • Middle or Junior School District: Millcreek
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Built In
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Size Area: 0.21
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 75x125x0x0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 1830.0
  • Living Area: 1830.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1973
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Cable Tv, Window Treatments
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm
  • Window Features: Drapes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Composition
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 10X13
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 12X18
  • Level: First
  • Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 12X18
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 10X12
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 13X14
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 12X15
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 7
  • Dimensions: 10X14
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Deposit: $3,000.00

Property History for 879 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 3, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #592787574

$157,000

+2.2% / yr

Mar 3, 2017

Sold

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #51371

$157,000—
Jan 17, 2017

Pending

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #51371

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/03/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #592787574

$157,000

+2.2% / yr

03/03/2017

Sold

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #51371

$157,000
01/17/2017

Pending

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #51371

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Public Records for 879 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$40,300Additions$86,700Total$127,000
Tax Record2026$3,618 ($302 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,830 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,830 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt570 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,374 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1973Year Renovated1973ZoningARCountyERIEAPN33-163-619.0-108.24

Schools near 879 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Millcreek Township School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Chestnut Hill El School
PublicK to 5

James S Wilson Middle School
Public6 to 8

McDowell High School
Public9 to 12

St George School
PrivatePK to 8

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: 879 Ruth Avenue, Erie, PA 16509
$157,000
3
1,830
9,147
$300,000
4
1,800
9,374
$295,000
4
1,688
9,147
–
3
1.5
1,830
9,374
$190,000
3
1.5
1,544
9,300
$135,000
3
2.5
1,632
9,374

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