Check out this super cute cottage located north of Lake Arlington with access to downtown Fort Worth, downtown Arlington and DFW airport. This updated 2 bedroom 1 bath is a must see! Fresh paint in interior and exterior. Kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and a dazzling aqua blue porcelain backsplash. Summer is coming, you’ll be sure to stay cool with the newer HVAC! Plumbing and electrical have been updated as well. Crown molding and refinished original hardwood floors are sure to impress. This cutie is situated on a half acre lot! Backyard features exterior storage. Be blown away by the oversized yard with mature trees and tranquil setting. This home is sure to impress!
Bluemountain Texas has given this home a modern restoration. This 2 bedroom home has a large living area with bay windows overlooking the front yard. The living area opens to a very spacious kitchen with all new cabinets, flooring and appliances. Buyer can chose all new stainless steel, white or black dishwasher, range oven combo and microwave to be installed prior to close. The bathroom shines with updates and ceramic tile backed tub. The exterior has been freshly painted with eye pleasing gray and white tones. New HVAC. To top it all off, the home sits on almost a half acre lot with 1 car garage and storage!
Public Records
Sep 26, 2017
Sold
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Public Records
Jan 4, 1996
Sold
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Public Records
Mar 4, 1994
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,168 (−2.4%)
$68,218 + $167,845
$236,063
2024
$5,297 (+4.5%)
$68,218 + $167,845
$236,063
2023
$5,070 (+11.0%)
$58,218 + $165,826
$224,044
2022
$4,567 (+19.1%)
$42,881 + $132,782
$175,663
2021
$3,833 (+9.9%)
$29,340 + $113,248
$142,588
2020
$3,487 (+14.2%)
$29,340 + $97,766
$127,106
2019
$3,054 (+14.2%)
$17,115 + $98,268
$115,383
2018
$2,674 (+24.1%)
$29,340 + $67,848
$97,188
2017
$2,155 (+15.5%)
$8,000 + $69,371
$77,371
2016
$1,866 (+9.8%)
$8,000 + $69,371
$77,371
2015
$1,700 (+49.8%)
$8,000 + $57,876
$65,876
2014
$1,135
$8,000 + $51,292
$59,292
2013
$1,135 (−0.2%)
$8,000 + $32,000
$40,000
2012
$1,138
$8,000 + $32,000
$40,000
2011
$1,138
$8,000 + $32,100
$40,100
2010
$1,139
$8,000 + $32,100
$40,100
Tax history for 7137 Ruth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,168 (−2.4%)
$68,218 + $167,845
$236,063
2024
$5,297 (+4.5%)
$68,218 + $167,845
$236,063
2023
$5,070 (+11.0%)
$58,218 + $165,826
$224,044
2022
$4,567 (+19.1%)
$42,881 + $132,782
$175,663
2021
$3,833 (+9.9%)
$29,340 + $113,248
$142,588
2020
$3,487 (+14.2%)
$29,340 + $97,766
$127,106
2019
$3,054 (+14.2%)
$17,115 + $98,268
$115,383
2018
$2,674 (+24.1%)
$29,340 + $67,848
$97,188
2017
$2,155 (+15.5%)
$8,000 + $69,371
$77,371
2016
$1,866 (+9.8%)
$8,000 + $69,371
$77,371
2015
$1,700 (+49.8%)
$8,000 + $57,876
$65,876
2014
$1,135
$8,000 + $51,292
$59,292
2013
$1,135 (−0.2%)
$8,000 + $32,000
$40,000
2012
$1,138
$8,000 + $32,000
$40,000
2011
$1,138
$8,000 + $32,100
$40,100
2010
$1,139
$8,000 + $32,100
$40,100
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
952
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tarrant County
APN
00770957
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 25, 2026.
A-5
One-Family District
It is the purpose and intent of the one-family A-5 district to provide a specific zone with a minimum lot size of 5,000 sq ft for the development of a one-family dwelling on each lot and accessory uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Golf related
Park & open space
Jul 23, 2025 • Final
Residential accessory new
Install an eight foot fence.
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Bay Windows, Cable TV Available, High Speed Internet Available
# of Dining Areas: 1
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Heating & Cooling
Central A/C (Electric), Central Heat (Electric)
Exterior
Building Information
Pre-Owned
Building Area Source: Tax
Foundation: Pier & Beam
Exterior Features
Covered Porch(es), Storage Building
Roof: Composition
Exterior Construction: Siding
Fencing: Chain Link
Property Information
# of Living Areas: 1
For Sale
Property Features
# of Stories: 1
Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Range/Oven (Electric), Water Line to Refrigerator
Lot Information
Block: 2
Lot Number: 4
Features: Interior Lot, Large Backyard Grass, Some Trees
Size: 0-.5 Acre
Lot Size Units: Acres
Area: 0.489
Area Sq. Ft.: 21,300.84
Parcel Number: 00770957
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: EAST HANDLEY HEIGHTS ADDITION BLOCK 2 LOT 4 W
Unexempt Taxes: $3,487
Financial Information
Financing Proposed: Cash, Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
City Sewer, City Water
Location
School Information
Elementary School Name: Easthandle
Middle School Name: Jean Mcclung
High School Name: Easternhil
School District: Fort Worth ISD
Location Information
Subdivision Name: East Handley Heights Add
Country: United States
Directions: 820 loop to Lancaster, left on Mims, right on Ruth. Home on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 952
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Tarrant County
APN: 00770957
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Handley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Jean McClung Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
Eastern Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
2/10
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