Welcome to 44 Ruth Ave! This stunning remodeled Colonial offers over 1800 sqft of living space, featuring 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. As you enter, you'll be captivated by the gorgeous hardwood floors and the brand new spacious kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and top-grade shaker style cabinetry. The second floor boasts a primary suite with a new full bathroom and three additional bedrooms, all with new carpeting and paint. The basement is partially finished for a bonus room, office, or playroom, along with a laundry room and utility room. The home has updated electrical, lighting fixtures, and plumbing, plus a brand new Navien heating system. The exterior features newer vinyl siding, a young roof on both the house and large garage, and a fenced-in oversized yard with a new porch perfect for enjoying sunrises and sunsets. This is a must-see property, with too much beauty to fully capture in words! The property is within walking distance to Wannamoisett Country Club and just minutes from the MA state line, South Attleboro T, East Side of PVD, colleges, universities, shopping, and Downtown Providence, making this the perfect location for all.
BUYER FINANCING FELL THROUGH! On a quiet street in the desirable Rumford area, you will find this rare diamond in the rough with extraordinary potential for large amounts of sweat-equity or profits! Established in 1896 with mortise and tenon framework on an extra-large fenced lot, this charming Colonial has newer exterior impressed vinyl siding, young roof, and an abundance of space with 5 beds & 1.75 baths. This property has solid features such as 12 ft tall ceilings and original woodwork, so bring your vision and this beauty back to life! Basement is partially finished with baseboard heat in one room. The home currently has oil heat, but gas line is coming into the house for easy conversion. Large garage with attached storage shed. The property is within walking distance to high-achieving schools and an easy commute to Providence's East Side, downtown for the commuter rail station to Boston and quick access to Rt. 95 and Rt. 195. Extensive work is needed. Cash or conventional buyers only. Estate sale:being sold in as-is condition. Subject to probate court approval.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,074 (+10.9%)
$157,100 + $307,600
$464,700
2024
$5,477 (+2.0%)
$130,900 + $226,400
$357,300
2023
$5,370 (+3.7%)
$130,900 + $232,900
$363,800
2022
$5,176 (+1.7%)
$71,100 + $165,700
$236,800
2021
$5,091 (+4.4%)
$64,800 + $172,000
$236,800
2020
$4,876 (+2.8%)
$64,800 + $172,000
$236,800
2019
$4,741 (+4.1%)
$64,800 + $172,000
$236,800
2018
$4,553 (+2.3%)
$58,900 + $140,100
$199,000
2017
$4,452 (+0.5%)
$58,900 + $140,100
$199,000
2016
$4,430 (+6.3%)
$58,900 + $140,100
$199,000
2015
$4,168
$56,100 + $125,500
$181,600
2014
$4,168 (+0.7%)
$56,100 + $125,500
$181,600
2013
$4,137 (−7.7%)
$56,100 + $125,500
$181,600
2012
$4,482
$68,800 + $147,300
$216,100
Tax history for 44 Ruth Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,074 (+10.9%)
$157,100 + $307,600
$464,700
2024
$5,477 (+2.0%)
$130,900 + $226,400
$357,300
2023
$5,370 (+3.7%)
$130,900 + $232,900
$363,800
2022
$5,176 (+1.7%)
$71,100 + $165,700
$236,800
2021
$5,091 (+4.4%)
$64,800 + $172,000
$236,800
2020
$4,876 (+2.8%)
$64,800 + $172,000
$236,800
2019
$4,741 (+4.1%)
$64,800 + $172,000
$236,800
2018
$4,553 (+2.3%)
$58,900 + $140,100
$199,000
2017
$4,452 (+0.5%)
$58,900 + $140,100
$199,000
2016
$4,430 (+6.3%)
$58,900 + $140,100
$199,000
2015
$4,168
$56,100 + $125,500
$181,600
2014
$4,168 (+0.7%)
$56,100 + $125,500
$181,600
2013
$4,137 (−7.7%)
$56,100 + $125,500
$181,600
2012
$4,482
$68,800 + $147,300
$216,100
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,819
Year built
1896
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Providence County
APN
551361
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Jul 25, 2024 • Active
Building
Remodel
Mar 26, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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