SPACIOUS!! Do not let this house fool you! The home is 1,502 sq. ft. it features a master suite complete with a separate shower stall, bath and double vanities. Off of the hallway is another FULL bath, a second bedroom and. .. there is a built in office off of the kitchen! So if you are looking for a 3 bedroom so you can have "office space" in addition to two bedrooms and two bathrooms, this house is for you!!!! On top of all of that there is a huge family room, dining room, formal living room, highly appointed and remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances (included in the sale) & granite counter-tops, a spacious yard with fruit trees, grass, a pool, jacuzzi, outdoor shower and outdoor dining area! Do not miss out on this spectacular house! Call us today to see it! Even the washer, dryer, wine fridge & all matching stainless steel kitchen appliances are included!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
6,078 sq ftLot Size
$753Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Patricia Laird•DRE #07102973• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Mary Whirledge•DRE #01180489• Coldwell Banker Realty
Come home to this expanded and upgraded pool home in the heart of Los Altos with easy access to some of Long Beach’s best rated schools. From the moment you enter this distinct traditional home, you will be entranced by the completely open and highly functional floor plan. The formal living room flows seamlessly into the upgraded kitchen through a granite breakfast bar. The stunning kitchen includes solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, granite countertops and glass mosaic backsplash. Adjacent to the kitchen is the formal dining room and the expansive step-down family room with a beamed ceiling, wood burning fireplace and glass sliders that spill onto the gorgeous backyard. The expanded master bedroom is sumptuous with its numerous windows that flood the space with natural light, highly functional built-in entertainment console, 2 large walk-in closets, massive bath with soaking tub, chamber room, dual vanity and sunlight drenched shower room. With 3 access points to the rear yard, the indoor/outdoor integration creates a haven for those who love to entertain; a pergola covered dining area is large pool, hot tub, citrus trees and outdoor shower!
CRMLS #P698382
Oct 5, 2009
Sold
$535,000
$356/sq ft
Sep 26, 2009
Pending
—
Sep 18, 2009
Relisted
—
Aug 21, 2009
Contingent
—
Aug 10, 2009
Price Changed
$559,000
$372/sq ft
Aug 7, 2009
Listed
$575,000
$383/sq ft
STANDARD SALE. Back on the market. Turnkey pool home in sought after Los Altos neighborhod. Great floorplan that flows well with natural light throughout. Remodeled kitchen features granite counters w-glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Separate office off kitchen with built-ins. Spacious family room with used brick fireplace and wet bar. Expanded and remodeled master suite features private spa-like bath loaded with glass block, large walk-in shower, double vanity, and entry to backyard pool area. Like being on vacation everyday in your own backyard with sparkling pool, separate spa, wood covered patio, bubbling fountain and even a grassy area with dwarf fruit trees! You'll love the custom window coverings, wood floors and recessed lighting throughout. All of this set in tropical palm paradise landscaping. Great location close to schools (incl. CSULB), shopping, and the beaches are just a few miles away.
Public Records
Oct 5, 2007
Sold
$612,500
$408/sq ft
CRMLS #S496665
Oct 10, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2007
Sold
$612,500
$408/sq ft
Sep 5, 2007
Contingent
—
Aug 25, 2007
Price Changed
$629,000
$419/sq ft
Aug 25, 2007
Price Changed
$639,000
$425/sq ft
Aug 25, 2007
Price Changed
$629,000
$419/sq ft
Aug 12, 2007
Price Changed
$639,000
$425/sq ft
Jul 13, 2007
Listed
$645,000
$429/sq ft
CRMLS #P424551
Jan 1, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Nov 4, 2004
Listed
$629,000
$419/sq ft
CRMLS #12045347
Dec 31, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Oct 12, 2004
Listed
$599,995
$399/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 11, 1990
Sold
$243,500
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 12, 1988
Sold
$230,000
$153/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,658 (+4.4%)
$551,634 + $177,745
$729,379
2024
$9,252 (+1.7%)
$551,634 + $177,745
$729,379
2023
$9,097 (+6.6%)
$540,818 + $174,260
$715,078
2022
$8,536 (+2.0%)
$530,214 + $170,844
$701,058
2021
$8,368 (+0.3%)
$519,818 + $167,495
$687,313
2020
$8,344 (+1.2%)
$509,626 + $164,211
$673,837
2019
$8,246 (+3.5%)
$504,401 + $162,528
$666,929
2018
$7,969 (+1.1%)
$494,511 + $159,342
$653,853
2017
$7,880 (+7.6%)
$475,309 + $153,155
$628,464
2016
$7,325 (+4.2%)
$475,309 + $153,155
$628,464
2015
$7,027 (+8.5%)
$465,990 + $150,152
$616,142
2014
$6,478 (+9.2%)
$376,401 + $168,059
$544,460
2012
$5,932 (−6.2%)
$321,000 + $171,000
$492,000
2011
$6,324 (+1.1%)
$321,000 + $171,000
$492,000
2010
$6,253 (+8.7%)
$351,527 + $187,501
$539,028
2009
$5,752 (−14.2%)
$348,900 + $186,100
$535,000
2008
$6,702
$390,000 + $110,000
$500,000
Tax history for 2159 E Rutgers Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,658 (+4.4%)
$551,634 + $177,745
$729,379
2024
$9,252 (+1.7%)
$551,634 + $177,745
$729,379
2023
$9,097 (+6.6%)
$540,818 + $174,260
$715,078
2022
$8,536 (+2.0%)
$530,214 + $170,844
$701,058
2021
$8,368 (+0.3%)
$519,818 + $167,495
$687,313
2020
$8,344 (+1.2%)
$509,626 + $164,211
$673,837
2019
$8,246 (+3.5%)
$504,401 + $162,528
$666,929
2018
$7,969 (+1.1%)
$494,511 + $159,342
$653,853
2017
$7,880 (+7.6%)
$475,309 + $153,155
$628,464
2016
$7,325 (+4.2%)
$475,309 + $153,155
$628,464
2015
$7,027 (+8.5%)
$465,990 + $150,152
$616,142
2014
$6,478 (+9.2%)
$376,401 + $168,059
$544,460
2012
$5,932 (−6.2%)
$321,000 + $171,000
$492,000
2011
$6,324 (+1.1%)
$321,000 + $171,000
$492,000
2010
$6,253 (+8.7%)
$351,527 + $187,501
$539,028
2009
$5,752 (−14.2%)
$348,900 + $186,100
$535,000
2008
$6,702
$390,000 + $110,000
$500,000
*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
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,078 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1963
Sq. Ft.
1,502
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
7224007039
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 29, 2026.
R-1-N
Single-Family Residential, Standard Lot District
The R-1-N District is a single-family residential district with standard lots. This District recognizes the outdoor lifestyle characteristic of Southern California and is established to protect such areas from overcrowding and conversion to higher densities. This implements Land Use District No. 1 of the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - Concrete, Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar
Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Cooling Information
Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
Attic, All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Separate Family Room
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Sewer Available, Telephone - In Street, Telephone - On Property, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
High School District: Long Beach Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.79584100
Longitude: -118.13069200
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,502
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,078 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1963
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 7224007039
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Video monitor
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 42
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 42
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Patricia
List Agent Last Name: Laird
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Mary
Buyer Agent Last Name: Whirledge
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Star Realty
Around this home
Schools
Bixby Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Stanford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Wilson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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