Beautifully updated in historic neighborhood. Original character & gorgeous new updates. Natural light. Recessed ceiling can lights. New custom kitchen cabinets, beautiful countertops. Main bathroom has marble tub surround, marble flooring & custom built in cabinets. Recent roof. Refinished hardwood floors. Gorgeous private bath in master has floor to ceiling classic subway tile shower. Re-piped new plumbing & electrical improvements. Spacious garage with laundry area. Recent hot water heater. New fence in back yard. One room has separate front entry door for use as professional office. Expect a freeway wall sound barrier. Minutes from Texas Med Center, central downtown, Herman Park and Museum District. Will sell quick. See it today.
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
1930Year Built
5,500 sq ftLot Size
$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Lester Langdon• Realty Consultants
Bought with Alexis Shannon Mendoza• Abundant Living Real Estate
GREAT POTENTIAL. This home is a diamond in the rough that tarnished over the years. Great location in an upward mobile community. The city has great plans for this area, don't miss out on an opportunity to buy in this area and make this home fit YOUR personal taste.
Public Records
Jan 2, 1988
Sold
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* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,599 (−9.6%)
$182,750 + $111,805
$294,555
2025
$7,299 (+1.7%)
$182,750 + $143,054
$325,804
2024
$7,174 (+6.3%)
$182,750 + $142,250
$325,000
2023
$6,746 (−5.3%)
$172,000 + $144,734
$316,734
2022
$7,124 (+1.5%)
$134,375 + $173,125
$307,500
2021
$7,018 (−1.8%)
$118,250 + $182,851
$301,101
2020
$7,150 (+69.9%)
$118,250 + $166,109
$284,359
2019
$4,208 (+10.4%)
$107,500 + $58,402
$165,902
2018
$3,812 (+0.2%)
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2017
$3,806
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2016
$3,808 (+8.6%)
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2015
$3,508 (+63.6%)
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2014
$2,144 (+0.4%)
$43,000 + $36,868
$79,868
2013
$2,136 (−7.2%)
$43,000 + $36,868
$79,868
2012
$2,301 (+5.7%)
$43,000 + $36,868
$79,868
2011
$2,177 (−8.2%)
2010
$2,372 (+65.0%)
2009
$1,438
Tax history for 2206 Ruth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,599 (−9.6%)
$182,750 + $111,805
$294,555
2025
$7,299 (+1.7%)
$182,750 + $143,054
$325,804
2024
$7,174 (+6.3%)
$182,750 + $142,250
$325,000
2023
$6,746 (−5.3%)
$172,000 + $144,734
$316,734
2022
$7,124 (+1.5%)
$134,375 + $173,125
$307,500
2021
$7,018 (−1.8%)
$118,250 + $182,851
$301,101
2020
$7,150 (+69.9%)
$118,250 + $166,109
$284,359
2019
$4,208 (+10.4%)
$107,500 + $58,402
$165,902
2018
$3,812 (+0.2%)
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2017
$3,806
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2016
$3,808 (+8.6%)
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2015
$3,508 (+63.6%)
$91,375 + $52,704
$144,079
2014
$2,144 (+0.4%)
$43,000 + $36,868
$79,868
2013
$2,136 (−7.2%)
$43,000 + $36,868
$79,868
2012
$2,301 (+5.7%)
$43,000 + $36,868
$79,868
2011
$2,177 (−8.2%)
2010
$2,372 (+65.0%)
2009
$1,438
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1930
Sq. Ft.
1,366
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0521480030002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Jan 30, 2014 • Final
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Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Detached
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Master Bath with Shower Only
Bedroom Information
1 Non-Master Bedroom Downstairs, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor
Interior Features
Room Count: 5
Breakfast Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Living Area - 1st Floor, Utility Room in Garage
Kitchen Desc: Pantry
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood Burning Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Crown Moulding
Countertops: Granite
Floors: Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 13
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Room Type: Breakfast
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 15
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 19 x 15
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces North
Siding: Brick Veneer
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: LT 2 BLK C ALMEDA PLACE
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 052-148-003-0002
Tax Amount: $3,812
Tax Year: 2018
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.6454
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: CULLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School High: YATES HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: South
Directions: From Hwy 288, exit Southmore and go north to Ruth, then turn Right (east)
MLS Map Page and Grid: 493X
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,366
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Harris County
APN: 0521480030002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Home Information
Dwelling Type: Free Standing
Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: info@houstonius.com
Around this home
Schools
Lockhart Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Cullen Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
Yates High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$311,000 – $377,000
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