NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1500 Ruth Ave Unit A Austin, TX 78757

Brentwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $615,000 - $751,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,608 Sq Ft
$425/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 02, 2024

Current estimated payment $4,472/month

91 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Brentwood Elementary School Rated A
  • Wooded Lot
  • 4-minute walk to Brentwood Neighborhood Park

About This Home

As of October 2024

Seller is highly motivated and has just reduced the price to $675,000. Rare opportunity to get into the Highly Desirable Brentwood Neighborhood under $700k
Experience the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern updates in this beautifully restored Brentwood home! Built in 1945, 1500 Ruth Ave #A welcomes you with a charming white picket fence and a cozy covered front porch. Inside, original hardwood floors and thoughtful design elements create an inviting atmosphere.
This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features a versatile office space and stunning design details like beadboard ceilings, built-in shelves, and tons of natural light. The office boasts elegant leaded glass doors, adding a touch of sophistication.
The kitchen is a chef's dream with designer paint, PaperStone counters, a marble island, and a beautiful backsplash. A spacious dining area, large pantry, and designated laundry room add to the home's functionality.
The primary suite is privately located at the back of the house, offering easy access to the fenced yard. The en-suite bathroom features a double marble vanity and tub surround and a separate walk in shower, providing a luxurious retreat.
Located in the heart of Brentwood, this home is close to everything Austin has to offer, including excellent schools and Brentwood Neighborhood Park. With no shared walls and a shared driveway, this property offers both privacy and community.
Priced at $689,900, this gem won't last long! Don't miss your chance to own in one of Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heather Brown

RE/MAX Fine Properties Brokerage Phone: 512-751-2931 License #0555653 Listed on: 05/28/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Holley

Keller Williams Realty License #0799407

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Private Entrance
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Native Plants
  • Interior Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $40 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 1,608 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Chandelier
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Shared Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Brentwood Elementary School
  • Lamar Middle School
  • Mccallum High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • No Carpet
  • Property is near public transit

Community Details

  • 1500 Ruth Condominiu Association
  • Violet Crown Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02320617020000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.26 Acres

HOA Fees

$40 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Directions: From Downtown Austin, Head North on Mopac, *Take the exit onto Northland Dr. RM-2222, *Turn right onto Northland Dr., *Turn Left onto Arroyo Seco, *Turn Right onto Ruth Ave., *The destination is on your left- 1500 Ruth Ave. #A
  • Disclosures: Lead Base Paint Addendum
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Masonry, Privacy, Wood
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1608
  • Other Structures: None
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Attribution Contact: 512-751-2931
  • Attribution Contact: 512-751-2931
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: No
  • Estimated Taxes: 11576.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Current Price Lot Size Squ: 59.37
  • Current Price By Living Ar: 419.78
  • "Current Price By Original ": 0.92
  • List Price Lot Size Square: 59.37
  • List Price By Living Area: 419.78
  • List Price By Original Lis: 0.92
  • Restrictions: Deed Restrictions
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead
  • Unit Style: 1st Floor Entry,No Adjoining Neighbor,See Remarks
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Stone Counters, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Electric Dryer Hookup, Eat-in Kitchen, French Doors, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Multiple Dining Areas, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer Hookup
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Flooring: No Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Free-Standing Gas Range, RNGHD, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Excellent
  • Security Features: Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room,Main Level

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters Partial, Private Entrance, Private Yard
  • Roof: Composition
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned, Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, Shared Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: See Remarks
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee: 40

Association/Amenities

  • Association Name: 1500 Ruth Condominiu
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Brentwood
  • High School: McCallum
  • Middle/Junior School: Lamar (Austin ISD)
  • Junior High Dist: Austin ISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Curbs, Front Yard, Interior Lot, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler - Automatic, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Moderate
  • Parcel Number: 02320617020000
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.261
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11369.16
  • Subdivision Name: Violet Crown Heights

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 1608
  • Tax Rate: 1.80920000000000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2024
Closed on
Oct 2, 2024
Sold by
Garza Erica Celina and Smith Ryan Patrick
Bought by
Ezekannagha Chiazo and Ezekannagha Megan
Seller's Agent
Heather Brown
RE/MAX Fine Properties
Buyer's Agent
Megan Holley
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$730,000
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$682,964

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.81%
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Outstanding Balance
$534,440
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$148,524

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2019
Closed on
May 2, 2019
Sold by
Cook Gary Lee and Schutze Cook Sara Ann
Bought by
Garza Erica Celina and Smith Ryan Patrick
Seller's Agent
Lisa Galloway
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Eileen Gill
Compass RE Texas, LLC
List Price
$565,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.78%
Original Mortgage
$441,600
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 13, 2017
Closed on
May 12, 2017
Sold by
Menges Sonya and Menges Austen
Bought by
Cook Courtney
Seller's Agent
Jason Heffron
Compass RE Texas, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Gibson
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$499,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.07%
Original Mortgage
$475,950
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ezekannagha Chiazo -- Independence Title
Garza Erica Celina -- Independence Title Company
Cook Courtney -- Independence Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ezekannagha Chiazo $540,000
Previous Owner Garza Erica Celina $441,600
Previous Owner Cook Courtney $475,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/02/2024 10/02/24 Sold -- -- --
08/25/2024 08/25/24 Price Changed $675,000 -2.2% $420 / Sq Ft
08/09/2024 08/09/24 Price Changed $689,900 -1.4% $429 / Sq Ft
06/20/2024 06/20/24 Price Changed $699,900 -4.1% $435 / Sq Ft
05/28/2024 05/28/24 For Sale $730,000 +29.2% $454 / Sq Ft
05/02/2019 05/02/19 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
04/10/2019 04/10/19 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2019 03/07/19 For Sale $565,000 +13.0% $351 / Sq Ft
05/15/2017 05/15/17 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
04/16/2017 04/16/17 Pending -- -- --
04/13/2017 04/13/17 For Sale $499,900 -- $311 / Sq Ft
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,534 $618,700 $224,438 $394,262
2023 $8,669 $581,691 $0 $0
2022 $10,444 $528,810 $0 $0
2021 $10,464 $480,736 $205,200 $341,630
2020 $9,374 $437,033 $171,000 $266,033
2018 $8,665 $391,354 $171,000 $220,354
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 6350372

Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

APN: 891315

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