One offer in hand. On the cutest street of a beautifully maintained neighborhood, Ruge Street is surrounded by homes with meticulously landscaped yards, reflecting the pride of ownership throughout the community. This charming residence offers a sense of security and comfort, with neighbors who warmly wave as you pass by and keep a watchful eye on your home in your absence.Evenings at Ruge are serene and peaceful, with the gentle sounds of nature accompanying your time spent outdoors. The front door can be left open (screened) as you enjoy watering the flowers in the backyard, adding to the tranquil atmosphere.Recent updates include new siding, windows, a roof, a dishwasher, and a kitchen sink. Additionally, four large garden boxes have been added, perfect for cultivating a vegetable or cutting garden. For those who cherish the Oregon lifestyle, the sound of rain while tending to the greenhouse or BBQ-ing under the tin-roofed patio is a true delight.Over the past five years, Ruge has been thoughtfully enhanced with sweat equity and an abundance of love, creating a haven of peace and contentment. This home is ready to offer the same tranquility and joy to its next fortunate owner, inspiring them to care for and love it just as much as it has been by its current steward.
Single-familyProperty Type
1932Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$199Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lyndon Hansen• Keller Williams Realty Professionals
Bought with Cathi Caldwell• HomeSmart Realty Group
One offer in hand. On the cutest street of a beautifully maintained neighborhood, Ruge Street is surrounded by homes with meticulously landscaped yards, reflecting the pride of ownership throughout the community. This charming residence offers a sense of security and comfort, with neighbors who warmly wave as you pass by and keep a watchful eye on your home in your absence. Evenings at Ruge are serene and peaceful, with the gentle sounds of nature accompanying your time spent outdoors.
RMLS #24651637
Nov 7, 2024
Sold
$350,000
$179/sq ft
Oct 17, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2024
Listed
$350,000
$179/sq ft
WVMLS #744268
Feb 22, 2019
Sold
$194,000
$99/sq ft
Feb 7, 2019
Contingent
—
Feb 4, 2019
Listed
$199,000
$102/sq ft
RMLS #19465766
Feb 22, 2019
Sold
$194,000
$99/sq ft
Feb 9, 2019
Pending
—
Feb 4, 2019
Listed
$199,000
$102/sq ft
Beautiful craftsman style 3 bed 1 bath home boasts hardwood floors through out, full unfinished basement, beautiful shade tree in back yard and deck are great for entertaining!
Public Records
Oct 7, 2009
Sold
$140,000
$72/sq ft
WVMLS #615095
Jul 27, 2009
Listed
$145,000
$74/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 28, 2004
Sold
$95,000
$49/sq ft
WVMLS #530806
Jun 25, 2004
Listed
$95,000
$49/sq ft
WVMLS #526172
Jun 12, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Mar 11, 2004
Listed
$99,500
$51/sq ft
Public Records
May 16, 1994
Sold
$55,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,815 (+8.0%)
$36,760 + $105,710
$142,470
2024
$2,607 (+3.0%)
$35,690 + $102,640
$138,330
2023
$2,531 (+3.3%)
$34,650 + $99,660
$134,310
2022
$2,450 (+2.9%)
$33,640 + $96,760
$130,400
2021
$2,380 (+3.1%)
$32,660 + $93,950
$126,610
2020
$2,310 (+3.6%)
$31,710 + $91,220
$122,930
2019
$2,229 (+11.9%)
$30,780 + $88,570
$119,350
2018
$1,992 (+11.0%)
$29,890 + $75,390
$105,280
2017
$1,795 (+2.5%)
$29,020 + $73,200
$102,220
2016
$1,752 (+3.8%)
$28,170 + $71,080
$99,250
2014
$1,688 (+2.0%)
$26,550 + $67,010
$93,560
2013
$1,655 (+2.5%)
$25,780 + $65,060
$90,840
2012
$1,614 (+4.5%)
$25,030 + $63,170
$88,200
2011
$1,545 (+4.4%)
$24,300 + $61,340
$85,640
2010
$1,480 (+1.4%)
$23,600 + $59,550
$83,150
2008
$1,459
$22,910 + $57,820
$80,730
Tax history for 1254 NW Ruge St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,815 (+8.0%)
$36,760 + $105,710
$142,470
2024
$2,607 (+3.0%)
$35,690 + $102,640
$138,330
2023
$2,531 (+3.3%)
$34,650 + $99,660
$134,310
2022
$2,450 (+2.9%)
$33,640 + $96,760
$130,400
2021
$2,380 (+3.1%)
$32,660 + $93,950
$126,610
2020
$2,310 (+3.6%)
$31,710 + $91,220
$122,930
2019
$2,229 (+11.9%)
$30,780 + $88,570
$119,350
2018
$1,992 (+11.0%)
$29,890 + $75,390
$105,280
2017
$1,795 (+2.5%)
$29,020 + $73,200
$102,220
2016
$1,752 (+3.8%)
$28,170 + $71,080
$99,250
2014
$1,688 (+2.0%)
$26,550 + $67,010
$93,560
2013
$1,655 (+2.5%)
$25,780 + $65,060
$90,840
2012
$1,614 (+4.5%)
$25,030 + $63,170
$88,200
2011
$1,545 (+4.4%)
$24,300 + $61,340
$85,640
2010
$1,480 (+1.4%)
$23,600 + $59,550
$83,150
2008
$1,459
$22,910 + $57,820
$80,730
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,137
Year built
1932
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
255613
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
RS
Single Family Residential Zone
The purpose of the Single Family Residential (RS) Zone is to implement the single family residential designation of the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan through the identification of allowed uses and the establishment of development standards. The RS zone generally allows single family, two family, three family, and four family residential uses, along with a mix of other uses that are compatible with and/or provide support and services to the residential area.