This bungalow would make the perfect started home or a good rental. Located in the heart of Melvindale close to restaurants, shopping, schools and freeways. Spacious living room. Kitchen opens up into the dining room for family gatherings. 2 bedrooms on the first floor with a large bedroom upstairs that has all sorts of possibilities! Living room and first floor bedrooms have original hardwood. There is a 3 season room off of the first floor bedroom. Full basement ready to finish off for more entertaining space. Nice sized yard. Sold as is subject to probate court approval. City inspection has been done; buyer to assume all repairs and certificate of occupancy.
This bungalow would make the perfect started home or a good rental. Located in the heart of Melvindale close to restaurants, shopping, schools and freeways. Spacious living room. Kitchen opens up into the dining room for family gatherings. 2 bedrooms on the first floor with a large bedroom upstairs that has all sorts of possibilities! Living room and first floor bedrooms have original hardwood. There is a 3 season room off of the first floor bedroom. Full basement ready to finish off for more entertaining space. Nice sized yard. Sold as is subject to probate court approval. City inspection has been done; buyer to assume all repairs and certificate of occupancy.
REALCOMP #20250010895
May 1, 2025
Sold
$125,000
$130/sq ft
Apr 21, 2025
Pending
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Apr 21, 2025
Listing Removed
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Mar 6, 2025
Pending
—
Feb 19, 2025
Listed
$134,900
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,864 (−19.2%)
2024
$2,308 (+5.0%)
2023
$2,198 (+29.9%)
2022
$1,691 (+3.2%)
2021
$1,639 (+0.4%)
2020
$1,633 (+7.9%)
2019
$1,514 (+3.6%)
2018
$1,462 (+0.9%)
2017
$1,448 (+0.9%)
2016
$1,435 (+3.2%)
2015
$1,390 (+13.2%)
2014
$1,228
Tax history for 18868 Ruth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,864 (−19.2%)
2024
$2,308 (+5.0%)
2023
$2,198 (+29.9%)
2022
$1,691 (+3.2%)
2021
$1,639 (+0.4%)
2020
$1,633 (+7.9%)
2019
$1,514 (+3.6%)
2018
$1,462 (+0.9%)
2017
$1,448 (+0.9%)
2016
$1,435 (+3.2%)
2015
$1,390 (+13.2%)
2014
$1,228
*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
Stories
1.25
Lot width
36 ft.
Lot depth
112 ft.
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
965
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wayne County
APN
47 010 02 0052 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 1
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Aluminum
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 1940
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 768
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 0.09
Roads: Paved Street
Frontage: 36
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $25,928
Total Tax Amount: $2,266
Summer Tax Amount: $1,385
Winter Tax Amount: $881
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=965
School Information
School District: Melvindale Northern Allen Park
School District: Melvindale Northern Allen Park
Address Information
Street Designation: Street
Location Details
Directions: Oakwood to S on Ruth
Municipality Type: City
Municipality: Melvindale
Mail City: Melvindale
Subdivision: LONE STAR SUB
Municipality: Melvindale
Area (Municipality): Melvindale (82142)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 965
Stories: 1.25
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Wayne County
APN: 47 010 02 0052 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
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Around this home
Schools
Allendale Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Julian O. Strong Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Melvindale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance 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 97° 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 1547
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In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$159,000 – $192,000
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