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261 Ruth Ave, Hamilton, NJ, 08610

$325,000

Home List Price

$3,859*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
938 SqFt
$346/SqFt
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261 Ruth Ave, Trenton$325,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,859*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1950
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #NJME2052104
Lot Size0.12 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 261 Ruth Ave

This charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch has been thoughtfully updated and is ready for you to move right in! The heart of the home is the stunning kitchen, fully renovated in 2023 with sleek granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and brand-new stainless steel appliances, Perfect for both everyday meals and entertaining. The bathroom has also been updated with a modern touch, featuring a skylight that fills the space with natural light. Additional updates include a 2021 water heater, newer windows throughout, and a recently fully fenced backyard, offering privacy and plenty of space for outdoor enjoyment. Convenience is key with a dedicated laundry room, as well as ample storage space in both the pull-down attic and the outdoor shed. Ideally located close to schools, transportation, and shopping, this home combines comfort, style, and practicality.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 938 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Manalapan
  • Office Phone: (732) 462-4242
  • Listing Agent: Josephine M. Kennedy

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: No

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.12 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: S Clinton to Samdin left on Ruth

Municipality:

  • Hamilton Twp

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $325,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $346/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,959
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Trenton, NJ

City

Med. Sold Price

$329.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$237

Avg. Days On Market

30

# of Sold Homes

105

261 Ruth Ave vs Trenton

16 DAYS ON ROCKET

-14 Days

$325,000

-$4.9K Less

$346/SqFt

+$108 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $4.9K less than the Median Sold Price and $108/SqFt more than other homes in Trenton, NJ.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #NJME2052104

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Manalapan
  • Office Phone: (732) 462-4242
  • Listing Agent: Josephine M. Kennedy

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

BRIGHT MLS is the (or a) provider of this home sale information and has compiled content from various sources. Some properties represented may not have actually sold due to reporting errors. ©2024 BrightMLS. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 12/11/2024, 3:21:03 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Feb 17, 2021Home Sold
$197,500
Dec 09, 2009Home Sold
$160,000
Jul 25, 1991Home Sold
$109,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$4,959$139,100
2019$4,921$139,100
2018$4,921$139,100
2017$4,663$139,100

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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/10

  • George E. Wilson Elementary School

  • 600 Park Avenue

  • 0.10 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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3
/10

  • McGalliard Elementary School

  • 1600 Arena Dr

  • 0.63 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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2
/10

  • Kisthardt Elementary School

  • 215 Harcourt Dr

  • 0.83 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,931. Typical income of Trenton, NJ residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 261 Ruth Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 261 Ruth Ave property is $325,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 261 Ruth Ave is a house located in Hamilton, New Jersey, 08610.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 261 Ruth Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $4,959 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on February 17, 2021 for $197,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 261 Ruth Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 261 Ruth Ave is 938 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 261 Ruth Ave is 1950.

Rocket Homes›New Jersey›Mercer County›Trenton›08610›261 Ruth Ave

This home is located at 261 Ruth Ave in Hamilton, NJ and zip code 08610. This 938 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 24, 2024 and is currently priced at $325,000.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Trenton, NJ there were more than 50 sold above asking price, over 42 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Trenton, NJ between October 2024 and November 2024 decreased by 6.5%. In November 2024 median list price was $329,923 and the average listing age was 30 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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