Off market jan 2016 for $863K

$1,419,444

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,054/mo

•

2,160

sq ft

20 Ruth Ct, Lafayette, CA 94549

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.34 acresLot Size

2 car garageParking

Listed by Karen Bentz •DRE #01219413 • J. Rockcliff Realtors Inc.

Bought with Karen Bentz •DRE #01219413 • J. Rockcliff Realtors Inc.

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40713696

Redfin Estimate

$1,419,444

$556K since sold in January 2016$8,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 15.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.67M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,575,000
A
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SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$1,790,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,276 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,360,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,907 sq ft
2157 Whyte Park Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$1,800,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,801 sq ft
923 Janet Ln, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$1,760,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,579 sq ft
1122 Juanita Dr, Lafayette, CA 94595
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$1,750,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,112 sq ft
1040 Lindsey Ct, Lafayette, CA 94549

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Market trends in 94549, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

101.4%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$151K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

0 days MoM

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9 MoM

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This Lafayette home is close...very close....to downtown and BART. Spectacular views but you do hear Hwy 24.
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Sale history for 20 Ruth Ct

Date

Event

Price

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11051108

May 20, 2019

Listing Removed

—

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40713696

Jan 28, 2016

Sold

$863,000

$400/sq ft

Dec 8, 2015

Pending

—

Sep 17, 2015

Price Changed

Aug 31, 2015

Listed

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40080616

Jul 22, 2005

Sold

$910,000

$421/sq ft

Jun 3, 2005

Listing Removed

—

May 16, 2005

Listed

Public Records

Sep 27, 2000

Sold

$580,000

$269/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 29, 1988

Sold

$225,000

$104/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 5, 1985

Sold

$168,000

$78/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,880 (+3.8%)

$800,550 + $261,363

$1,061,913

2025

$13,368 (+1.8%)

$800,550 + $261,363

$1,061,913

2024

$13,138 (+1.8%)

$784,853 + $256,239

$1,041,092

2023

$12,902 (+1.6%)

$769,464 + $251,215

$1,020,679

2022

$12,702 (+3.0%)

$754,377 + $246,290

$1,000,667

2021

$12,335 (+0.9%)

$739,586 + $241,461

$981,047

2020

$12,219 (+3.4%)

$725,085 + $236,727

$961,812

2019

$11,817 (+3.6%)

$717,651 + $216,485

$934,136

2018

$11,404 (+1.7%)

$703,580 + $212,241

$915,821

2017

$11,210 (−13.7%)

$676,260 + $204,000

$880,260

2016

$12,990 (+2.8%)

$676,260 + $204,000

$880,260

2015

$12,637 (+18.1%)

$865,803 + $184,702

$1,050,505

2014

$10,696 (+16.2%)

$700,551 + $149,449

$850,000

2013

$9,204 (+30.0%)

$700,551 + $149,449

$850,000

2012

$7,080 (−16.3%)

$606,000 + $117,000

$723,000

2011

$8,457 (−14.1%)

$423,000 + $117,000

$540,000

2010

$9,844 (−8.1%)

$548,490 + $117,010

$665,500

2009

$10,713 (−0.1%)

$652,199 + $157,801

$810,000

2008

$10,724

$739,699 + $157,801

$897,500

Tax history for 20 Ruth Ct

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,880 (+3.8%)

$800,550 + $261,363

$1,061,913

2025

$13,368 (+1.8%)

$800,550 + $261,363

$1,061,913

2024

$13,138 (+1.8%)

$784,853 + $256,239

$1,041,092

2023

$12,902 (+1.6%)

$769,464 + $251,215

$1,020,679

2022

$12,702 (+3.0%)

$754,377 + $246,290

$1,000,667

2021

$12,335 (+0.9%)

$739,586 + $241,461

$981,047

2020

$12,219 (+3.4%)

$725,085 + $236,727

$961,812

2019

$11,817 (+3.6%)

$717,651 + $216,485

$934,136

2018

$11,404 (+1.7%)

$703,580 + $212,241

$915,821

2017

$11,210 (−13.7%)

$676,260 + $204,000

$880,260

2016

$12,990 (+2.8%)

$676,260 + $204,000

$880,260

2015

$12,637 (+18.1%)

$865,803 + $184,702

$1,050,505

2014

$10,696 (+16.2%)

$700,551 + $149,449

$850,000

2013

$9,204 (+30.0%)

$700,551 + $149,449

$850,000

2012

$7,080 (−16.3%)

$606,000 + $117,000

$723,000

2011

$8,457 (−14.1%)

$423,000 + $117,000

$540,000

2010

$9,844 (−8.1%)

$548,490 + $117,010

$665,500

2009

$10,713 (−0.1%)

$652,199 + $157,801

$810,000

2008

$10,724

$739,699 + $157,801

$897,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.34 Acres

Year renovated

1970

Sq. Ft.

2,106

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Contra Costa County

APN

1854000286

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.

Apr 5, 2023 • Final

Building - residential solar photovoltaic

Install a rooftop solar panel system with a battery storage system. The project includes a main electrical panel and breaker. The system consists of Hanwha modules.

Battery

Electrical

Solar

Feb 24, 2023 • Final

Building - residential electrical

Replace the main electrical panel to upgrade the service from 125 amps to 200 amps.

Electrical

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Tub
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile

Interior Features
Interior Features: Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer, In Unit
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry
Window Features: Window Coverings
Fireplaces Total: 2
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet

Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Tile Counters,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Microwave,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Self-Cleaning Oven
Rooms Total: 8
Room Type: Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Quarters
Fireplace Features: Den, Family Room
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2,160
Foundation Details: Raised

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Front Yard, Sprinklers Front, Terraced Up
Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Living Area: 2160
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1950

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 15000
Lot Size Area: 0.34
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.34
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Sloped Down, Irregular Lot
Zoning: 1001

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Homeowners Association Information
Pets Allowed: Yes

School Information
High School District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,106
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 1854000286

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Burton Valley Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi

9/10

M. H. Stanley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

8/10

Acalanes High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

8/10 Air Factor

15 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

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Lafayette, CA • 94549

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In this area, properties receive around 11.5 hours in June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.35M – $1.63M

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Home values near 20 Ruth Ct

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Ruth Court, Lafayette, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3300 Sq. Ft.	$2,088,034
12 Ruth Court, Lafayette, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$1,706,616

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 Ruth Court, Lafayette, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3564 Sq. Ft.	$2,024,996
8 Ruth Court, Lafayette, CA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4245 Sq. Ft.	$1,690,466

Address	Redfin Estimate
21 Ruth Court, Lafayette, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2060 Sq. Ft.	$1,977,610
9 Ruth Court, Lafayette, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1610 Sq. Ft.	$1,421,164

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