Best buy in Maxwell Park 2,467 square foot, five bedroom and three bath home is tastefully updated to meet modern-day living. Inside, you will find a flowing living room with an elegant fireplace opening to a traditional dining room with a charming built-in cabinet. The bright and sunny vibes are captivating with light pouring in through the windows. Classic hardwood flooring lines most of the home and adds to the timeless charm. Stainless Steel appliances, double oven, panty and plenty of counter space. Just off the kitchen, the family entertainment area flows to the backyard and deck. This flexible floor plan is sure to satisfy your home office needs or space for guests. It features two bedrooms and one bath downstairs. Upstairs there are two large bedrooms, one bath and the master suite. This home is only minutes to shopping, restaurants and great coffee! It is close to BART, AC Transit, I-580 & 13 freeway. Move in Ready!
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
3,500 sq ftLot Size
$344Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Susan Jones•DRE #01186643• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with Alisa Mcdevitt•DRE #01429728• Dudum Real Estate Group
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40924755
Dec 10, 2020
Sold
$810,000
$328/sq ft
Nov 5, 2020
Pending
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Oct 30, 2020
Price Changed
$775,000
$314/sq ft
Oct 16, 2020
Price Changed
$799,000
$324/sq ft
Oct 9, 2020
Listed
$899,000
$364/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40763762
Feb 17, 2017
Sold
$650,000
$263/sq ft
Dec 31, 2016
Pending
—
Dec 1, 2016
Price Changed
$599,000
$243/sq ft
Nov 11, 2016
Listed
$675,000
$274/sq ft
Nov 11, 2016
Listed
$599,000
$243/sq ft
+23
New price! Spacious, 2-story home w/archit detail & upgrades, living room w/elegant fireplace, dining room w/built-in cabinets, updated kitchen with charming breakfast room, gorgeous hdwd floors & new carpet, family room w/sliding glass doors to deck, fab master suite.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40723924
Feb 29, 2016
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40240328
Feb 8, 2007
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Apr 19, 2005
Sold
$650,000
$263/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 2004
Sold
$315,000
$128/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #30003847
May 1, 2004
Sold
$325,000
$132/sq ft
Mar 11, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jan 20, 2004
Listed
$340,000
$138/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1976
Sold
$37,500
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,159 (+3.8%)
$268,286 + $626,002
$894,288
2024
$12,682 (−5.1%)
$263,028 + $613,732
$876,760
2023
$13,361 (+2.4%)
$257,871 + $601,700
$859,571
2022
$13,045 (+4.0%)
$247,860 + $578,340
$826,200
2021
$12,546 (+15.4%)
$247,860 + $578,340
$826,200
2020
$10,873 (+3.7%)
$243,000 + $567,000
$810,000
2019
$10,490 (+2.1%)
$206,934 + $482,846
$689,780
2018
$10,273 (+4.9%)
$202,878 + $473,382
$676,260
2017
$9,796 (−8.4%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2016
$10,692 (+2.5%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2015
$10,432 (+20.6%)
$217,800 + $508,200
$726,000
2014
$8,651 (+14.1%)
$165,000 + $385,000
$550,000
2013
$7,579 (+8.8%)
$165,000 + $385,000
$550,000
2012
$6,968 (+1.6%)
$142,800 + $333,200
$476,000
2011
$6,855 (+2.6%)
$133,500 + $311,500
$445,000
2010
$6,683 (−9.0%)
$129,900 + $303,100
$433,000
2009
$7,343 (−25.2%)
$130,500 + $304,500
$435,000
2008
$9,818
$142,500 + $332,500
$475,000
Tax history for 5454 Ruth Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,159 (+3.8%)
$268,286 + $626,002
$894,288
2024
$12,682 (−5.1%)
$263,028 + $613,732
$876,760
2023
$13,361 (+2.4%)
$257,871 + $601,700
$859,571
2022
$13,045 (+4.0%)
$247,860 + $578,340
$826,200
2021
$12,546 (+15.4%)
$247,860 + $578,340
$826,200
2020
$10,873 (+3.7%)
$243,000 + $567,000
$810,000
2019
$10,490 (+2.1%)
$206,934 + $482,846
$689,780
2018
$10,273 (+4.9%)
$202,878 + $473,382
$676,260
2017
$9,796 (−8.4%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2016
$10,692 (+2.5%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2015
$10,432 (+20.6%)
$217,800 + $508,200
$726,000
2014
$8,651 (+14.1%)
$165,000 + $385,000
$550,000
2013
$7,579 (+8.8%)
$165,000 + $385,000
$550,000
2012
$6,968 (+1.6%)
$142,800 + $333,200
$476,000
2011
$6,855 (+2.6%)
$133,500 + $311,500
$445,000
2010
$6,683 (−9.0%)
$129,900 + $303,100
$433,000
2009
$7,343 (−25.2%)
$130,500 + $304,500
$435,000
2008
$9,818
$142,500 + $332,500
$475,000
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1930
Sq. Ft.
2,467
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
036 247802900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2026.
RD
S-13
Detached Unit Residential Regulations Zone
The provisions of this Chapter shall be known as the RD Detached Unit Residential Zone Regulations. The intent of the Detached Unit Residential RD Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance residential areas primarily characterized by a mix of single-unit structures, small multi-unit buildings, and neighborhood businesses where appropriate.
Zone overlays
Affordable Housing Combining Zone Regulations
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Oct 28, 2019 • Final
Dot - excavation (x)
Repair or replace a sewer lateral and perform excavation in the public right-of-way. Install an overflow device if required. All work must comply with city public works standards and street excavation rules.
Plumbing
Jan 19, 2014 • Final
Re) - electrical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Perform electrical work for a remodel and upgrade the electrical service to 125 amps.
Electrical
Remodel
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
Parking Features: Parking Spaces, RV/Boat Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not match public records. Learn more.