Lender offering 2-1 buy down! Welcome to 5819 Ruth Drive—less than a 5 mile drive away from the highly attractive Plaza Midwood! Overflowing with character, this home seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern sophistication. The outside eludes the classic beauty of a full brick exterior while the columns serves as a crowning piece that triples in elegance. Additionally, it’s hard to miss the beautifully manicured lawn and lush greeneries that highlights the home’s architectural design, creating a warm and welcoming first impression even before you step foot in. Once inside, you immediately are welcomed by a desirable split floor plan that’s thoughtfully separated making hosting and entertaining a true delight. With polished hardwood floors that will gleam beneath your feet in the formal living, dining and bedroom spaces. Step into the kitchen and it immediately radiates mid-century modern with brand new butcher block counter tops perfect for cooking your next meal or brewing your morning coffee. While there’s endless charm that shines through from front to back, this home is also met with practicality that offers you peace of mind. Whether you're cooling off in the summer or staying cozy in the winter, the brand-newly installed HVAC, security system and water heater provides reliable comfort and efficiency for any homeowner. Nestled right inside of Charlotte, this home is the ideal balance of historic character, modern comfort, and everyday convenience. In a neighborhood with no HOA, you can enjoy the freedom and flexibility of homeownership all while being just minutes away from your favorite local businesses.
Welcome home to this Charming Split Level in the established Shannon Park neighborhood with No HOA! Full of character, this home features a beautiful Full Brick exterior with original hardwoods. The main level features a spacious living room with large floor to ceiling windows! Formal dining room with access to the backyard. Kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances, updated countertops, and new LVP flooring. Lower level features a large great- room with a fireplace, 1 bedroom, a half bath, laundry room and access to the patio area. There are 3 bedrooms plus 1.5 baths on the upper level. The 1.5 bathrooms tile, tub and surround have recently been refinished. The large fenced in rear yard is perfect for entertaining. New floors throughout lower level, freshly painted neutral throughout, updated light fixtures, ceiling fans! Located just minutes from uptown Charlotte, and the trendy Plaza-Midwood & NODA areas.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3237754
Feb 28, 2017
Sold
$125,000
$66/sq ft
Jan 18, 2017
Contingent
—
Jan 14, 2017
Price Changed
$130,000
$68/sq ft
Jan 13, 2017
Listed
$110,000
$58/sq ft
+14
Well maintained split level property in Shannon Park. Been in the family for the last 45 years. Original hardwoods throughout house. This brick split is a solid property, with a little TLC, will be the perfect home or investment property.
Public Records
Nov 1, 1972
Sold
$28,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,793 (+71.8%)
$128,000 + $220,600
$348,600
2022
$1,626 (+0.7%)
$128,000 + $220,600
$348,600
2021
$1,615 (+0.5%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2020
$1,608 (+1.0%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2019
$1,592 (+19.6%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2018
$1,332 (+2.1%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2017
$1,304 (+1.7%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2015
$1,283 (−0.8%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2014
$1,293
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2013
$1,294 (+4.3%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2012
$1,241 (−1.8%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2011
$1,263
$15,200 + $80,800
$96,000
Tax history for 5819 Ruth Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,793 (+71.8%)
$128,000 + $220,600
$348,600
2022
$1,626 (+0.7%)
$128,000 + $220,600
$348,600
2021
$1,615 (+0.5%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2020
$1,608 (+1.0%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2019
$1,592 (+19.6%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2018
$1,332 (+2.1%)
$30,000 + $125,500
$155,500
2017
$1,304 (+1.7%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2015
$1,283 (−0.8%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2014
$1,293
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2013
$1,294 (+4.3%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2012
$1,241 (−1.8%)
$15,200 + $80,700
$95,900
2011
$1,263
$15,200 + $80,800
$96,000
*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
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,848
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mecklenburg County
APN
09915117
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
N1-B
AOD
Neighborhood 1 Zoning District
The N1-B Zoning District allows for the development of residential dwellings on lots of 8,000 sq ft or greater. The N1-B Zoning District is typically applied to established neighborhoods.