1.2 Miles from UNT. Top-to-Bottom renovation included new electric panel, new plumbing, new water heater, new TRANE AC, new appliances, new roof, paint, flooring, cabinets, granite counters, Beautiful bathrooms, Functional layout and a huge lot. BONUS! .34 Acres Lot, plenty of room to build (ZONED NR-4).
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$155Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Elizabeth Deane• JPAR - Central Metro
Bought with George Garcia• Jones-Papadopoulos & Co
This is a rare investment opportunity situated on just over a third of an acre, and is listed at the lowest price per square foot AND price per acre inside the loop! Much of the heavy lifting has been completed with a new roof, leveled and warrantied foundation, and fully functional HVAC.
Public Records
Oct 10, 2018
Sold
*
$47/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 13, 2006
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,397 (−13.2%)
$57,323 + $214,123
$271,446
2024
$6,218 (−1.3%)
$57,323 + $264,830
$322,153
2023
$6,301 (−14.2%)
$66,495 + $263,505
$330,000
2022
$7,341 (+21.9%)
$53,834 + $291,996
$345,830
2021
$6,023 (+109.6%)
$44,861 + $233,884
$278,745
2020
$2,873 (−4.2%)
$44,861 + $84,386
$129,247
2019
$2,998 (+49.9%)
$44,861 + $86,317
$131,178
2018
$2,001 (+8.7%)
2017
$1,841 (+4.7%)
$31,403 + $44,823
$76,226
2016
$1,759 (+9.1%)
$31,403 + $44,823
$76,226
2015
$1,612 (+9.5%)
2014
$1,472 (+9.9%)
2013
$1,340 (−10.3%)
2012
$1,493 (−1.6%)
$23,776 + $29,709
$53,485
2011
$1,518 (+9.4%)
$23,776 + $35,890
$59,666
2010
$1,387 (−0.4%)
$23,776 + $37,000
$60,776
2009
$1,392
Tax history for 516 Ruth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,397 (−13.2%)
$57,323 + $214,123
$271,446
2024
$6,218 (−1.3%)
$57,323 + $264,830
$322,153
2023
$6,301 (−14.2%)
$66,495 + $263,505
$330,000
2022
$7,341 (+21.9%)
$53,834 + $291,996
$345,830
2021
$6,023 (+109.6%)
$44,861 + $233,884
$278,745
2020
$2,873 (−4.2%)
$44,861 + $84,386
$129,247
2019
$2,998 (+49.9%)
$44,861 + $86,317
$131,178
2018
$2,001 (+8.7%)
2017
$1,841 (+4.7%)
$31,403 + $44,823
$76,226
2016
$1,759 (+9.1%)
$31,403 + $44,823
$76,226
2015
$1,612 (+9.5%)
2014
$1,472 (+9.9%)
2013
$1,340 (−10.3%)
2012
$1,493 (−1.6%)
$23,776 + $29,709
$53,485
2011
$1,518 (+9.4%)
$23,776 + $35,890
$59,666
2010
$1,387 (−0.4%)
$23,776 + $37,000
$60,776
2009
$1,392
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,004
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Denton County
APN
R 000000027722
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R4
Residential 4 District
The R4 district is intended to accommodate a variety of housing types on lots designed to encourage walking to neighborhood-serving retail and other amenities such as parks and school facilities. This zoning district will ensure existing neighborhood character is maintained while also serving as a transition area between established single-family neighborhoods and mixed-use neighborhoods, commercial areas, and key corridors.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Community / recreation center
Garden center
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Carport Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Open Parking Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Common, Open
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces: 0
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 5
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 0
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Plumbed For Gas in Kitchen, Plumbed for Ice Maker, Refrigerator
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 0
Living Area: 2022.00
Levels: One
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior Features: Cable TV Available
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Siding
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Gutters
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
Farm Information
Barns Count: 0
Lot Information
Lot Features: Few Trees, Interior Lot, Subdivision
Lot Size: Less Than .5 Acre (not Zero)
Lot Size Acres: 0.3440
Lot Size Area: 0.3440
Lot Size Square Feet: 14984.6400
Lot Size Units: Acres
Parcel Number: R27722
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 726453.48837
Will Subdivide: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features YN: No
Security Features: Security System
Property Attached YN: No
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48121|R27722|1|19597120
Property Match: APN
US Property MUI: 410285797
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2022.00
Year Built: 1950
Year Built Details: Preowned
Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 13
Tax Legal Description: ALEX ROBERTSON ADDN BLK 13 LOT 11&12 (PTS)
Tax Lot: 11
Unexempt Taxes: 3130
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: No
Utilities: City Sewer, City Water
Energy Efficiency Features
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
Location
HOA Information
Association Type: None
School Information
Elementary School: Lee
Elementary School Name: Lee
High School: Ryan H S
High School Name: Ryan H S
Middle Or Junior School: Mcmath
Middle School Name: Mcmath
School District: Denton ISD
Location Information
County Or Parish: Denton
Country: United States
Directions: From UNT - Head east on W Highland St toward Bernard St - Turn right onto S Carroll Blvd - Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Maple St - Take Dallas Dr to Simmons St - Drive to Ruth St - Arrive at 516 Ruth St - 5 min (1.2 miles)
Latitude: 33.20515700
Longitude: -97.12646500
Geocode Confidence: High
Subdivision Name: Alex Robertson Add
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,004
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Denton County
APN: R 000000027722
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Green Verification Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Listing Information
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Id: 14393395
Listing Key Numeric: 126163124
Mls Status: Closed
Originating System Name: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems
Photos Count: 26
Possession: Closing/Funding
Seller Contributions: 0
Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Standard Status: Closed
Third Party Assistance Program Y: No
Transaction Type: For Sale
Listing Date Information
Days On Market: 1
Cumulative Days On Market: 1
Close Date: 2020-09-11
Purchase Contract Date: 2020-07-23
Expiration Date Option: 2020-08-04
Listing Contract Date: 2020-07-22
Off Market Date: 2020-07-23
Status Change Timestamp: 2020-09-14T15:19:56.013
Listing Price Information
Original List Price: 249900.00
List Price: 249900.00
RATIO Close Price By Lot Size Ac: 726453.48837
RATIO Current Price By Lot Size: 726453.48837
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Houston Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
7/10
McMath Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Denton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
20% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$298,000 – $361,000
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