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Off market aug 2018 for $269K

$433,799

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3,772

sq ft

5801 Ruth Ave, Portage, IN 46368

About this home

An incredibly rare property. 1998 square foot ranch home with a full basement. Spilt bedroom design. Upon entering notice the formal dining room to the right. The heartbeat of the home the great room with 10ft. ceilings and gas fireplace open to the kitchen and has access to the large deck. Continue to the kitchen with newer appliances and generous cabinets. 2 bedrooms, a full bath and a 4 seasons sunroom complete this side of the home. On the other side of great room find the master suite featuring a large master bath with separate shower and walk-in bath tub. The finished basement has brand new carpeting and a second kitchen. 3.0 acres at the end of the a quiet street, 2 sheds and a generator minutes from highways, shopping, restaurants! What more could you want! Call today for your private showing.

Single-familyProperty Type

1992Year Built

3 acresLot Size

$115Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Debbie Miller • BHHS Indiana Realty

•219-464-8521 (broker)

•rfranz@bhhsin.com (broker)

Bought with Roger Lain • Century 21 Circle

•219-662-5445 (broker)

•rlain@c21circle.com (broker)

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #437051

Redfin Estimate

$433,799

$164K since sold in August 2018$4,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 40.3% higher than the average sale price ($309K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$265,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,654 sq ft
5554 Stone Ave, Portage, IN 46368
SOLD FEB 19, 2026
$345,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,040 sq ft
5845 Stone Ave, Portage, IN 46368
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$324,900
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,843 sq ft
5650 Sand Ave, Portage, IN 46368
SOLD NOV 10, 2025
$350,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,536 sq ft
5948 Stone Ave, Portage, IN 46368
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$295,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,024 sq ft
5768 Evergreen Ave, Portage, IN 46368
SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$275,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,310 sq ft
2916 Elmwood St, Portage, IN 46368

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Market trends in 46368, IN

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.5%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$291K

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

150

6 MoM

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Sale history for 5801 Ruth Ave

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,983 (+3.8%)

$53,600 + $374,700

$428,300

2024

$3,838 (−6.1%)

$53,600 + $330,200

$383,800

2023

$4,089 (+9.8%)

$51,100 + $353,200

$404,300

2022

$3,723 (+13.9%)

$51,100 + $315,700

$366,800

2021

$3,270 (+8.3%)

$51,100 + $268,900

$320,000

2020

$3,020 (+2.6%)

$46,600 + $248,000

$294,600

2019

$2,943 (+2.0%)

$46,600 + $240,300

$286,900

2018

$2,887 (+6.6%)

$46,600 + $232,600

$279,200

2017

$2,709 (+7.1%)

$49,300 + $200,500

$249,800

2016

$2,530 (+6.5%)

$49,300 + $200,500

$249,800

2015

$2,376 (−27.7%)

$46,200 + $188,200

$234,400

2013

$3,286

$47,100 + $174,200

$221,300

Tax history for 5801 Ruth Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,983 (+3.8%)

$53,600 + $374,700

$428,300

2024

$3,838 (−6.1%)

$53,600 + $330,200

$383,800

2023

$4,089 (+9.8%)

$51,100 + $353,200

$404,300

2022

$3,723 (+13.9%)

$51,100 + $315,700

$366,800

2021

$3,270 (+8.3%)

$51,100 + $268,900

$320,000

2020

$3,020 (+2.6%)

$46,600 + $248,000

$294,600

2019

$2,943 (+2.0%)

$46,600 + $240,300

$286,900

2018

$2,887 (+6.6%)

$46,600 + $232,600

$279,200

2017

$2,709 (+7.1%)

$49,300 + $200,500

$249,800

2016

$2,530 (+6.5%)

$49,300 + $200,500

$249,800

2015

$2,376 (−27.7%)

$46,200 + $188,200

$234,400

2013

$3,286

$47,100 + $174,200

$221,300

*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

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

115 ft.

Lot depth

215 ft.

Lot size

0.57 Acres

Year renovated

1992

Sq. Ft.

1,774

Year built

1992

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Porter County

APN

640514456013000016

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.

Low Density Residential District

The R2 district low density residential is intended to provide a land use category for single-family detached homes. The provisions that regulate this land use district protect, maintain and promote areas in Portage for existing and future housing growth.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Recreation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached

Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1

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

Interior Features
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Country Kitchen,In-Law Floorplan,Primary Downstairs,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Room Information
Rooms Total: 10
Room Type(s): Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Basement
Basement: Interior Entry, Sump Pump

Exterior

Exterior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Security Features: Security System
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Living Area
Living Area: 3,772
Living Area Source: Assessor
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 0.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,998
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1774.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,998
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,774

Property Information
Year Built: 1992
Levels: One

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Road Surface Type: Paved

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $249,800
Tax Legal Description: Legal Description: THERESA SUB LOT 6 and 5
Tax Annual Amount: $3,208
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utilities Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Water Source: Public

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Owner

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,774
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Porter County
APN: 640514456013000016

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026

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Auction Information
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Schools

Central Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

3/10

William Fegely Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

5/10

Portage High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

5/10

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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

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 102° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$413,000 – $499,000

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Home values near 5801 Ruth Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5727 Ruth Ave, Portage, IN 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1866 Sq. Ft.	$276,332
5734 Ruth Ave, Portage, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1480 Sq. Ft.	$294,015

Address	Redfin Estimate
5726 Ruth Ave, Portage, IN 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1672 Sq. Ft.	$268,901
2956 Sunset St, Portage, IN 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2288 Sq. Ft.	$260,307

Address	Redfin Estimate
5795 Ruth Ave, Portage, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1659 Sq. Ft.	$279,896
2932 Sunset St, Portage, IN 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2088 Sq. Ft.	$280,880

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