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3518 Ruth Ave, Lansing, MI, 48910

$229,900

Home List Price

$2,730*

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4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,515 SqFt
$152/SqFt
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3518 Ruth Ave, Lansing$229,900

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$2,730*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1936
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #285563
Lot Size1.32 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)

About 3518 Ruth Ave

Nestled on a tranquil dead-end road, this charming Cape Cod-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Boasting 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, this property is thoughtfully designed for daily living. The well laid out kitchen and first-floor laundry adds convenience, while the warmth of the hardwood floors throughout the home exude a timeless elegance. The finished basement provides versatile space featuring the 4th bedroom, full bathroom, an office and spaces ideal for recreation or work. Outdoors, the expansive yard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing in your private oasis, where wildlife sightings are commonplace. A 24x28 pole barn offers ample storage or workshop potential, complementing the one-car attached garage. As a bonus, all appliances are included, making this home truly move-in ready. This delightful property combines peaceful living with practical amenitiesyour dream retreat awaits!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Living Area: 1,515 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Five Star Real Estate - Lansing
  • Office Phone: (616) 531-0028
  • Listing Agent: Sue Dickinson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior: Granite Counters

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 1.32 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Forest/Aurelius, S to Irvington Ave, W to Ruth Ave, N to house

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $229,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $152/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,108
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Lansing, MI

City

Med. Sold Price

$155K

Med. Price/SqFt

$119

Avg. Days On Market

31

# of Sold Homes

135

3518 Ruth Ave vs Lansing

3 DAYS ON ROCKET

-28 Days

$229,900

+$74.9K More

$152/SqFt

+$33 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $74.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $33/SqFt more than other homes in Lansing, MI.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS®
  • MLS Number: #285563

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Five Star Real Estate - Lansing
  • Office Phone: (616) 531-0028
  • Listing Agent: Sue Dickinson

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Copyright © 2025 Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS®. 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: 1/6/2025, 8:21:03 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

Aug 09, 2017Home Sold
$137,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,108$62,300
2020$2,997$55,900
2019$2,791$49,200
2018$2,141$48,000
2017$2,141$47,200

History based on county public records data.

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$1,215

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Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$756

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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2
/10

  • Forest View School

  • 3119 Stoneleigh Dr

  • 0.72 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-3

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2
/10

  • Lyons School

  • 2901 Lyons Ave

  • 0.85 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-3

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4
/10

  • Kendon School

  • 827 Kendon Dr

  • 0.93 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-3

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,450. Typical income of Lansing, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 3518 Ruth Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 3518 Ruth Ave property is $229,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 3518 Ruth Ave is a house located in Lansing, Michigan, 48910.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 3518 Ruth Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $3,108 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on August 9, 2017 for $137,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 3518 Ruth Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 3518 Ruth Ave is 1,515 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 3518 Ruth Ave is 1936.

Rocket Homes›Michigan›Ingham County›Lansing›48910›3518 Ruth Ave

This home is located at 3518 Ruth Ave in Lansing, MI and zip code 48910 in the Forest View neighborhood. This 1,515 square foot home, which was built in 1936, sits on a 1.32 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 03, 2025 and is currently priced at $229,900.

In December 2024, from all listings sold in Lansing, MI there were more than 42 sold above asking price, over 65 sold below and more than 28 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Lansing, MI decreased by 9.4% between November 2024 and December 2024. Listings spent 31 days on the market in December 2024, and had a median list price of $155,000 during the same period.

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

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