Public Remarks: This beautifully remodeled home blends timeless charm with modern convenience! Fully renovated just 7 years ago. The open floor plan is perfect for entertaining. Spacious rooms fill the home, showcasing gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The kitchen boasts a stunning angled counter bar and solid surface countertops, seamlessly opening to a cozy family room. Generous bedroom sizes and a versatile third-floor space provide ample living options, whether as a family room or flex area. Enjoy outdoor living with a private fenced backyard and a nice concrete patio or relax on the swing-set on the front porch. The spacious basement offers plenty of storage. Conveniently located within walking distance to Walnut High School, this home is ready for its new owner! Move in Ready! *Abated taxes through '25
Large Open Kitchen area with walkout to private wood fenced rear yard, located in a high demand area, completely updated home, abated until '25. Unabated taxes start in '26 payable in '27. Move-In ready!
Cincy MLS #1436441
Apr 30, 2015
Sold
$119,900
$49/sq ft
Apr 25, 2015
Contingent
—
Mar 4, 2015
Pending
—
Feb 16, 2015
Listed
$119,900
$49/sq ft
REACH Evanston, home with 5BR and 2.5BA within 1 block of Walnut Hills HS. Total renovation of historic home, great kitchen with island, granite, stainless. 1st floor laundry. Wrap around front porch. Be a part of the exciting transformation!
Cincy MLS #1282853
Feb 28, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Aug 31, 2011
Listed
$19,900
$8/sq ft
Cincy MLS #908896
Nov 5, 2004
Sold
$30,000
$12/sq ft
Sep 27, 2004
Listed
$45,000
$18/sq ft
Cincy MLS #870186
Jul 27, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jan 26, 2004
Listed
$49,900
$20/sq ft
Cincy MLS #825912
Jun 7, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 2003
Listed
$59,900
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,408 (+3.1%)
$5,600 + $113,400
$119,000
2024
$1,365 (−2.2%)
$5,600 + $113,400
$119,000
2023
$1,396 (+158.3%)
$5,600 + $113,400
$119,000
2022
$540 (+4.4%)
$4,071 + $65,184
$69,255
2021
$518 (−2.8%)
$4,071 + $65,184
$69,255
2020
$533 (−4.9%)
$4,071 + $65,184
$69,255
2019
$560 (−0.2%)
$3,735 + $59,801
$63,536
2018
$561 (+5.3%)
$3,735 + $59,801
$63,536
2017
$533 (−5.3%)
$3,735 + $59,801
$63,536
2016
$563 (+5.0%)
$4,046 + $65,954
$70,000
2014
$536
$4,046 + $3,794
$7,840
Tax history for 1520 Ruth Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,408 (+3.1%)
$5,600 + $113,400
$119,000
2024
$1,365 (−2.2%)
$5,600 + $113,400
$119,000
2023
$1,396 (+158.3%)
$5,600 + $113,400
$119,000
2022
$540 (+4.4%)
$4,071 + $65,184
$69,255
2021
$518 (−2.8%)
$4,071 + $65,184
$69,255
2020
$533 (−4.9%)
$4,071 + $65,184
$69,255
2019
$560 (−0.2%)
$3,735 + $59,801
$63,536
2018
$561 (+5.3%)
$3,735 + $59,801
$63,536
2017
$533 (−5.3%)
$3,735 + $59,801
$63,536
2016
$563 (+5.0%)
$4,046 + $65,954
$70,000
2014
$536
$4,046 + $3,794
$7,840
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
32 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,269 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,467
Year built
1896
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hamilton County
APN
0540006010200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
RMX
Residential Mixed District
This subdistrict is intended to create, maintain and enhance areas of the city that have a mix of lot sizes and house types at moderate intensities (1 to 3 dwelling units). Existing multi-family buildings of 4 or more units are acknowledged but new construction is not permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Bed & breakfast
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, On Street
Interior
Accessibility Information
Bedroom Level 1: No
Bathroom Level 1: Yes
Bathroom Level 1 Type: Partial
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bath 1: Full
Bath 1 Level: 2
Bath 2: Full
Bath 2 Level: 2
Bath 3: Partial
Bath 3 Level: 1
Primary Bathroom: Shower
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Total: 5
Primary Bedroom: 13x13 Level: 2
Primary Bedroom Area: 169
Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13 x 13
Primary Bedroom Length: 13
Primary Bedroom Width: 13
Bedroom 2: 12x11 Level: 2
Bedroom 2 Area: 132
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2 Length: 12
Bedroom 2 Width: 11
Bedroom 3: 12x11 Level: 2
Bedroom 3 Area: 132
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3 Length: 12
Bedroom 3 Width: 11
Bedroom 4: 13x13 Level: 3
Bedroom 4 Area: 169
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 4 Length: 13
Bedroom 4 Width: 13
Bedroom 5: 13x13 Level: 3
Bedroom 5 Area: 169
Bedroom 5 Dimenstions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 5 Length: 13
Bedroom 5 Width: 13
Kitchen/Dining Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter Bar, Eat-In, Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Ctr, Wood Cabinets, Wood Floor
Kitchen Area: 288
Kitchen Dimensions: 18 x 16
Kitchen Length: 18
Kitchen Width: 16
Dining Room: 15x12 Level: 1
Dining Room Features: Wood Floor
Dining Room Area: 180
Dining Room Dimensions: 15 x 12
Dining Room Length: 15
Dining Room Width: 12
Has Formal Dining Room
Living Room/Family Room Information
Living/Great Room Area: 156
Living/Great Room Dimensions: 13 x 12
Living/Great Room Length: 13
Living Great Room Width: 12
Living Room: 13x12 Level: 1
Living Room Features: Wood Floor
Family Room Features: Wood Floor
Family Room Area: 432
Family Room Dimensions: 24 x 18
Family Room Length: 24
Family Room Width: 18
Other Room Information
Entry (Foyer): Wood Floor
Entry: 8x5 Level: 1
Entry Area: 40
Basement: Full
Basement Features: Unfinished
Basement Sq. Ft. (Realist): 985
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Interior Features: 9Ft + Ceiling, Multi Panel Doors
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio, Porch
Fencing: Wood
Roof: Shingle
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane
Land Information
Land Description: Less than .5 Acre
Zoning Details: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Area (Realist): 4,269
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.098
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 4,269
Property Information
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Brick, Inoperable
Architectural Style: Traditional
Single Family Desc: Single Family
Foundation Details: Stone
Levels: Three+
Census Tract Realist: 38
2nd Flor Area (Realist): 1,009
Miscellaneous: 220 Volt, Ceiling Fan, Smoke Alarm
Financial
Tax Information
Semi-Annual Taxes: $695
Tax Abatement: Yes
Parcel Number: 054-0006-0102-00
Lease & Rent Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Gas: Natural
Heating: Electric, ENERGY STAR
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heating: Electric
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA: No
School Information
High School District: Cincinnati City SD
Location Details
Access: City Street
Cross Street: ev
Suburb: Evanston
Directions: Montgomery Rd to West on Ruth
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,467
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,269 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1896
Year Renovated: —
County: Hamilton County
APN: 0540006010200
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026