Updated 4 bedroom home in the desirable South Side! Recent updates include kitchen, both bathrooms, new furnace, roof, new light fixtures, many newer vinyl windows and new carpet in some rooms. This classic home has beautiful hardwood floors through much of the flowing floor plan, brick fireplace in living room, small fenced dog yard on side of house and large rear yard for friends and family to enjoy. There is also loads of additional room in the basement for a play room or simply well organized storage. Schedule your private tour today
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
0.38 acresLot Size
$129Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Joel Fourman• Re/Max County Wide 1st
Contact: Cell: 574-229-4482
Bought with Erika Walter• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northern Indiana Real Estate
Est. $1,511 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 19600 Ruth Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
IRMLS #202613139
May 26, 2026
Sold
$257,500
$129/sq ft
Apr 27, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$254,900
$127/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,253 (−4.0%)
$55,000 + $184,400
$239,400
2024
$5,472 (+39.5%)
$55,000 + $184,400
$239,400
2023
$3,922 (+1.0%)
$55,000 + $184,400
$239,400
2022
$3,883 (+17.6%)
$55,000 + $109,500
$164,500
2021
$3,303 (+22.8%)
$55,000 + $107,300
$162,300
2020
$2,690 (+14.2%)
$15,700 + $120,400
$136,100
2019
$2,356 (+4.6%)
$13,100 + $97,500
$110,600
2018
$2,253 (−8.4%)
$13,100 + $102,300
$115,400
2017
$2,460 (−4.8%)
$11,500 + $109,900
$121,400
2016
$2,583
$11,500 + $109,900
$121,400
2015
$2,584 (−14.5%)
$9,800 + $93,900
$103,700
2013
$3,023
$11,000 + $93,500
$104,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
99 ft.
Lot depth
165 ft.
Lot size
0.38 Acres
Year renovated
1961
Sq. Ft.
2,002
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Joseph County
APN
710836127010000001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
R
Single Family District
The R single family districts are established to protect, promote and maintain the development of single-family dwellings as well as provide for other limited residential, public and institutional uses that are compatible with residential development located at the periphery of an urban area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Assembly/ meeting place
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Built-in Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Lower Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partial, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Partial, Chain Link
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,002
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 99 x 165
Lot Size Acres: 0.38
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,519
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: South Bend Community School Corp
Elementary School: Marshall Traditional
Middle Or Junior School: Jackson
High School: Riley
Location Information
Directions: Jackson rd to Carrol St. Go south on Carroll to intersection and then head right into drive of property
Subdivision Name: Forest Park
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,002
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1961
County: St. Joseph County
APN: 710836127010000001
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Greater South Bend-Mishawaka AOR
AttributionContact: Cell: 574-229-4482
Around this home
Schools
Monroe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
3/10
Jackson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Riley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
3/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
South Bend, IN • 46614
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in South Bend. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$284,000 – $344,000
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