Welcome to 12 Ruth Avenue, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on approximately 0.65 acres in Newton. From the moment you step inside, you will appreciate the comfortable layout, inviting atmosphere, and thoughtful combination of classic character and modern improvements. This home offers plenty of space for everyday living, entertaining guests, working from home, or simply relaxing at the end of the day. Beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and timeless character throughout the home. The living area is centered around a traditional wood-burning fireplace, creating a cozy gathering place for family and friends. Whether you are enjoying a quiet evening at home, hosting a holiday celebration, or watching the game with guests, this space is designed to feel comfortable and welcoming. The kitchen combines style, convenience, and functionality. It features stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances, generous cabinet storage, and soft-close cabinet doors and drawers. The durable LifeProof flooring provides an attractive, low-maintenance surface that is well suited for daily use. There is ample space for preparing meals, storing kitchen essentials, and gathering together. The stainless-steel appliances complement the cabinetry and give the kitchen a clean, updated appearance. The home includes three comfortable bedrooms, offering flexibility for a variety of needs. Use the additional rooms for family members, overnight guests, a home office, hobby room, exercise space, or a combination of uses. Spacious walk-in closets provide valuable storage and help keep everyday belongings organized. With two full bathrooms, the home offers added convenience for both residents and guests. LifeProof flooring in the bathrooms provides durability while maintaining a coordinated look with the kitchen. Window shades have already been installed, saving the new owner time and expense while providing privacy from the first day. Throughout the home, the thoughtful features and practical updates make it easy to settle in and begin enjoying the property without taking on a long list of immediate projects. The approximately 0.65-acre lot provides room to enjoy the outdoors, entertain, garden, play, or simply relax in your own surroundings. The property offers a welcome sense of space while remaining manageable for routine care and maintenance. It is an ideal setting for anyone who wants more outdoor room than a typical neighborhood lot can provide. This home delivers the features many buyers are searching for: three bedrooms, two bathrooms, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, stainless-steel appliances, soft-close cabinetry, walk-in closets, durable flooring, installed window shades, and a generous lot. The combination of indoor comfort and outdoor space makes the property suitable for first-time buyers, growing households, downsizers, or anyone looking for a comfortable place to call home. Every room offers an opportunity to make the home your own. Arrange the living area around the fireplace, create a dedicated office or guest room, enjoy meals prepared in the updated kitchen, and take advantage of the additional storage provided by the walk-in closets. The layout is functional for everyday life while still offering the flexibility to change as your needs evolve. The warm hardwood flooring and traditional fireplace bring character to the home, while the stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances, LifeProof flooring, and soft-close cabinetry provide the modern conveniences today’s buyers appreciate. These features come together to create a property that feels established, comfortable, and ready for its next chapter. If you have been searching for a move-in-ready home with character, practical updates, abundant storage, and nearly two-thirds of an acre, 12 Ruth Avenue deserves your attention. This property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with room to grow, gather, and create lasting memories.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.65 acresLot Size
$174Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dave Fontana• Shook & Tarlton Realty LLC
Contact: david.fontana@shook-tarlton.com
Bought with Cheryl Obijiski• Realty Executives of Hickory
Est. $1,603 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12 Ruth Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4414166
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$250,000
$174/sq ft
Sep 14, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 11, 2026
Price Changed
$259,997
$181/sq ft
Aug 13, 2026
Listed
$264,997
$185/sq ft
Aug 12, 2026
Coming Soon
$264,997
$185/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 2026
Sold
$140,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$669 (−53.0%)
$12,700 + $155,100
$167,800
2024
$1,424
2023
$1,424 (+38.3%)
2022
$1,029
2021
$1,029
2020
$1,029
$12,700 + $79,600
$92,300
2019
$1,029 (+12.7%)
2018
$913
$13,000 + $68,900
$81,900
2017
$913 (+100.3%)
$13,000 + $68,900
$81,900
2015
$456 (+2.2%)
$13,000 + $68,900
$81,900
2014
$446
$11,400 + $74,500
$85,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
279 ft.
Lot size
0.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,386
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Catawba County
APN
374007674807
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
R-9
Multifamily Residential Districts
The R-9 districts are intended to accommodate moderate intensity residential uses, including single-family, two-family and multiple family dwelling types, under conventional or planned development controls. R-9 districts shall be served by public water and sewer systems.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Den, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R-9
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.65
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: located off Mt. Olive Church Road
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,386
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Catawba County
APN: 374007674807
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026