Welcome to this charming four-bedroom and two-bath ranch-style home, with curb appeal galore, in a highly desirable neighborhood in the beautiful city of Orange! Offering 1,901 square feet of living space, on a generous 7,200-square-foot lot, this home features well-sized rooms with plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the indoor-outdoor lifestyle the heart of Orange County offers. Step through the skylit entry into a welcoming living room featuring a focal-point fireplace with a custom surround. The adjoining dining and family rooms create a comfortable flow into the kitchen for everyday living and gatherings. The eat-in kitchen offers a breakfast bar, space for a dining table, and convenient direct access to the garage. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom, providing a private and comfortable retreat. The backyard includes a shade structure, above ground spa, citrus trees, grass, and slate-style patio with plenty of room for daily enjoyment as well as for hosting larger get-togethers. A spacious driveway provides ample parking and the flexibility to use the garage for parking, hobbies, a home gym, or additional storage. The home's functional layout, generous sized rooms, and established setting offer an exciting opportunity to update and personalize this home to suit your own style and vision. Freshly painted interiors and newly installed flooring and carpet provide a refreshed starting point. Enjoy the convenience of walking to schools, parks, shopping, coffee, and eateries, as well as easy access to nearby freeways, the John Wayne Airport, Irvine Park, and beautiful beaches. Repeatedly voted Orange County’s favorite downtown, you’ll love exploring the streets of Old Towne Orange which are lined with antique and collectibles dealers, specialty shops, art galleries, and restaurants, as well as the world renown Chapman University… all of this is just 2.2 miles away.
This is a house to love. You will feel at home right away as you are welcomed by a charming entrance that gives way to a tastefully decorated home. The home features wood floors, custom paint and crown-molding. The front and backyard gardens make this a truly serene and wonderful place to call home. There is also a great Hot Tub to help you enjoy those relaxing summer nights. Beauty is not skin deep here! There have been major system upgrades within the last 6 to 10 years including dual-pane windows, electrical, plumbing, AC & heater, new ducting, roof and spa. Close to schools, shopping, bike trails, dog park and entertainment. You owe it to yourself to see this home.
CRMLS #P177111
Jul 11, 2000
Sold
$275,000
$142/sq ft
Mar 2, 2000
Listed
$275,000
$142/sq ft
Beautiful Home Like New With: New Interior Paint, New Berber Carpet & Pad Mini-blinds, Pedistal Sink & Vanity Light Bar, Refinished Kitchen Cabinets, Delta Faucets, Gar. Disposal, Oven, Door Knobs, Light Fixtures, Wd Fences W/ gates On Both Sides, Ext Paint, L. r. Has Wood Burning F. p. Fam Room W/ Huge Snack Bar. Formal Dining Room & Separate Dining Area. Central Air
CRMLS #P162507
Mar 4, 2000
Listing Removed
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Nov 8, 1999
Listed
$275,000
$142/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 6, 1979
Sold
$102,500
$53/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,840 (+2.3%)
$491,469 + $123,007
$614,476
2024
$6,688 (+2.3%)
$491,469 + $123,007
$614,476
2023
$6,539 (+2.0%)
$481,832 + $120,596
$602,428
2022
$6,410 (+2.9%)
$472,384 + $118,232
$590,616
2021
$6,231 (+0.9%)
$463,122 + $115,914
$579,036
2020
$6,173 (+1.3%)
$454,041 + $113,642
$567,683
2019
$6,094 (+1.6%)
$449,386 + $112,477
$561,863
2018
$6,000 (+4.3%)
$440,575 + $110,272
$550,847
2017
$5,750 (+2.0%)
$423,467 + $105,991
$529,458
2016
$5,637 (+1.5%)
$423,467 + $105,991
$529,458
2015
$5,554 (+2.2%)
$415,164 + $103,913
$519,077
2014
$5,435 (+0.2%)
$400,916 + $100,349
$501,265
2013
$5,426 (+48.4%)
$400,916 + $100,349
$501,265
2012
$3,656 (+2.7%)
$399,104 + $99,896
$499,000
2011
$3,560 (+1.4%)
$232,793 + $97,111
$329,904
2010
$3,511 (+0.7%)
$228,229 + $95,207
$323,436
2009
$3,486 (+3.0%)
$226,523 + $94,496
$321,019
2008
$3,386
$227,062 + $94,721
$321,783
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1963
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,933
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,933
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
09460106
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
R-1-7
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this chapter is to create and preserve residential areas for a range of housing types and lifestyles. These provisions establish use regulations and development standards which are intended to create the highest quality residential development, minimize land use conflicts, encourage the rehabilitation and maintenance of residential neighborhoods and implement the goals of the City's General Plan. The provisions of this chapter do not guarantee that the maximum General Plan density is achievable for all projects and properties. Development density is dependent on many factors including lot configuration, topography, unit size, development standards, neighborhood context and other discretionary factors.; A single-family residential district with a minimum lot area of 7,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Dec 2, 2022 • Final
Residential
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Aug 3, 2020 • Active
Plumbing
Plumbing
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Orange, CA • 92869
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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68
51
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in Orange. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3005 E Ruth Pl
$1,297,265
$2,265 over list price of $1.30M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $1.8M.