NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2808 Ruth St Houston, TX 77004

Third Ward Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $191,000 - $337,973

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,678 Sq Ft
$160/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 21, 2024

Current estimated payment $1,957/month

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • No Heating
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of August 2024

The property is located in the Third Ward area near Texas Southern University, Med Center, U of H, NRG Stadium, Midtown, Downtown, Rice University
A favorite central location because with many restaurants and entertainment venues nearby. The METRO rail runs through it>
Although the home is in disrepair and would require major rehab, your vision on this lot will be well worth the value and the work for decades to come in the growing central district of Houston, TX

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cynthia Tibbs

Cynthia Tibbs Properties License #0303446 Listed on: 06/17/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Cynthia Tibbs

Cynthia Tibbs Properties License #0303446 Listed on: 06/17/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,909

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 7,350

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,678 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Lockhart Elementary School
  • Cullen Middle School
  • Yates High School

Additional Features

  • 7,350 Sq Ft Lot
  • No Heating

Community Details

  • Washington Terrace Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,909

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: Located near Texas Southern University. Take State Hwy 288. Take the exit toward Southmore St/Blodgett St. From State Hwy 288 N . Follow Southmore Blvd to Delano St, and Delano St to Ruth St
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1687
  • Subdivision Name: Washington Terrace
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1678.0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier

Utilities

  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: None
  • Heating Yn: No
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 27 - Houston
  • High School: YATES HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: CULLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5909.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2024
Closed on
Aug 21, 2024
Sold by
Johnson Arnell S
Bought by
Cofield Derric Z and Cofield Tori Moore
Seller's Agent
Cynthia Tibbs
Cynthia Tibbs Properties
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Tibbs
Cynthia Tibbs Properties
List Price
$250,000
Views
5
Current Estimated Value
$267,993

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
36.03%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2013
Sold by
Leach Verna
Bought by
Scruggs Yvonne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2007
Sold by
Johnson John D
Bought by
Johnson Arnell S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 2004
Sold by
Tennerd Elaine Marie Wheeler
Bought by
Johnson James D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2001
Sold by
Mcgray Eleanor Moria Wheeler and Wheeler Elijah Nathaniel
Bought by
Tennerd Elaine Marie Wheeler
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cofield Derric Z -- Fidelity National Title
Scruggs Yvonne -- None Available
Johnson Arnell S -- None Available
Johnson James D -- --
Tennerd Elaine Marie Wheeler -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Scruggs Yvonne $30,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2024 08/21/24 Sold -- -- --
07/31/2024 07/31/24 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2024 06/17/24 For Sale $250,000 -- $149 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $6,095 $291,275 $214,200 $77,075
2023 $6,095 $277,465 $201,600 $75,865
2022 $5,502 $237,462 $157,500 $79,962
2021 $4,971 $213,289 $138,600 $74,689
2020 $5,232 $206,259 $138,600 $67,659
2019 $5,015 $189,571 $126,000 $63,571
2018 $4,151 $164,033 $107,100 $56,933
2017 $4,336 $164,033 $107,100 $56,933
2016 $4,336 $164,033 $107,100 $56,933
2015 $2,320 $150,274 $88,200 $62,074
2014 $2,320 $90,233 $50,400 $39,833
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Cynthia Tibbs

    Cynthia Tibbs Properties

    (832) 715-1665

    4 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Cynthia Tibbs
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 12161391

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0611670000003

Texas Harris County Houston 77004 Third Ward

2808 Ruth St, Houston, TX

This home is located at 2808 Ruth St, Houston, TX 77004 since 17 June 2024 and is currently estimated at $267,993, approximately $159 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 2808 Ruth St is a home located in Harris County with nearby schools including Lockhart Elementary School, Cullen Middle School, and Yates High School.

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