We Received multiple offers Sellers will make a decision by Friday, June 2nd. Welcome to Ruth St, this home features 2 beds and 1 and a half baths. Everything on this home was updated by the previous owner who lived here for over 24yrs. Public Park across the street, Privacy Fence installed and a Central Air is ready for the summer. This home is within walking distance of public schools and shopping centers. Book your showing today!
We Received multiple offers Sellers will make a decision by Friday, June 2nd. Welcome to Ruth St, this home features 2 beds and 1 and a half baths. Everything on this home was updated by the previous owner who lived here for over 24yrs. Public Park across the street, Privacy Fence installed and a Central Air is ready for the summer. This home is within walking distance of public schools and shopping centers. Book your showing today!
REALCOMP #20230036524
Aug 11, 2023
Sold
$145,000
$201/sq ft
Jun 6, 2023
Pending
—
May 11, 2023
Listed
$157,999
$219/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #60042505
Mar 18, 2022
Sold
$125,000
$174/sq ft
Mar 18, 2022
Sold
$125,000
$174/sq ft
Feb 22, 2022
Pending
—
Feb 18, 2022
Listed
$124,900
$173/sq ft
Feb 18, 2022
Listed
$124,900
$173/sq ft
REALCOMP #2220010922
Mar 18, 2022
Sold
$125,000
$174/sq ft
Feb 22, 2022
Pending
—
Feb 18, 2022
Listed
$124,900
$173/sq ft
REALCOMP #25093786
Sep 30, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jul 4, 2005
Listed
$112,900
$157/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #273400
Sep 28, 1998
Sold
$81,000
$113/sq ft
Jul 5, 1998
Listed
$79,900
$111/sq ft
REALCOMP #57000273400
Sep 28, 1998
Sold
$81,000
$113/sq ft
Jul 5, 1998
Listed
$79,900
$111/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,529 (+1.5%)
2024
$5,448 (+10.9%)
2023
$4,914 (+168.3%)
2022
$1,832 (+3.2%)
2021
$1,775 (+0.4%)
2020
$1,769 (+7.9%)
2019
$1,640 (+3.6%)
2018
$1,583 (+0.9%)
2017
$1,568 (+0.9%)
2016
$1,554 (+3.2%)
2015
$1,506 (+13.2%)
2014
$1,330
Tax history for 17640 RUTH St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,529 (+1.5%)
2024
$5,448 (+10.9%)
2023
$4,914 (+168.3%)
2022
$1,832 (+3.2%)
2021
$1,775 (+0.4%)
2020
$1,769 (+7.9%)
2019
$1,640 (+3.6%)
2018
$1,583 (+0.9%)
2017
$1,568 (+0.9%)
2016
$1,554 (+3.2%)
2015
$1,506 (+13.2%)
2014
$1,330
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
42 ft.
Lot depth
112 ft.
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
720
Year built
1943
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
47 009 02 0088 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Detached Garage
Interior
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Entry
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 9 x 13
Bedroom 2 Level: Entry
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 8 x 12
Bathroom Information
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Bathroom 1 Information
Lavatory 1 Level: Basement
Bathroom 1 Level: Entry
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: Entry
Kitchen Dimension: 9 x 13
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: Entry
Living Room Dimensions: 12 x 13
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Brick
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 1943
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 720
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 600
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 0.11
Roads: Paved Street
Frontage: 30
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $25,469
Total Tax Amount: $1,832
Summer Tax Amount: $898
Winter Tax Amount: $934
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water: Public Water
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Public Sanitary
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1320
School Information
School District: Melvindale Northern Allen Park
School District: Melvindale Northern Allen Park
Address Information
Street Designation: Street
Location Details
Directions: N of OAKWOOD BLVD/E of ALLEN ROAD
Side of Street: N
Municipality Type: City
Municipality: Melvindale
Mail City: Melvindale
Subdivision: ALLEN BOULEVARD HEIGHTS SUB
Municipality: Melvindale
Area (Municipality): Melvindale (82142)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 720
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1943
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 47 009 02 0088 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
No
Around this home
Schools
Allendale Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Julian O. Strong Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Melvindale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Melvindale, MI • 48122 1145
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$173,000 – $210,000
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