$499,900
SOLD FEB 9, 2026

5016 W Ruth Ave Glendale, AZ 85302

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,411 Sq Ft
15,246 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$207 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Solar Power System
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • RV Hookup
  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • 2-minute walk to New World Park

About This Home

As of February 2026

PRICED TO SELL! This 4 bed, 2 bath home comes with a fully-paid solar system to be your cost savings year round! Nestled on a premium cul-de-sac lot & featuring a large, easy-care yard, 3 car garage, an RV gate w/ RV power hook-up, and no HOA. Inside you will find spacious living areas w/vaulted ceilings, as well as an atrium and cozy family room w/stylish French doors. Elegant wood-look and soothing palette throughout! The expansive kitchen is equipped w/ample cabinetry, plus high-end SS appliances. The primary bedroom has ample space with 2 walk-in closets and a private ensuite w/dual sinks. With an expansive backyard, covered patio, fruit-producing orange tree, large west-facing shade trees, storage shed, and a refreshing pool, this home will be your paradise! This home is centrally located with easy freeway access, close to shopping and entertainment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Fry

Century 21 Northwest License #SA668530000 Listed on: 09/20/2025

Century 21 Northwest

Last Buyer's Agent

Calixto Martin

American Freedom Realty License #SA715670000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,239

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Grass Covered Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • RV Hookup

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,411 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Solar Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Laundry in unit

Flooring

  • Floors Updated in 2025
  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom Updated in 2022
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Solar Tube

Pool

  • Private Pool
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Pool Pump
  • Diving Board

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Horizon Elementary And Middle School
  • Apollo High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating Available
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Property is near bus stop

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include no fees
  • Built by Sun American
  • Golden Palms Estates 5 Unit 3 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 213
  • Assessor Parcel Number 148-09-416

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,239

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0.35 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 51st Ave and Olive
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Cooling HVAC SEER Rating: 14
  • Updated Partial or Full Bathrooms: Full
  • Bathrooms Year Updated: 2022
  • Updated Floors: Partial
  • Items Updated Floor Yr Updated: 2025
  • Updated Heating or Cooling Units: Full
  • Items Updated Ht Cool Yr Updated: 2018
  • Updated Kitchen: Full
  • Items Updated Kitchen Yr Updated: 2006
  • Updated Pool: Partial
  • Items Updated Pool Yr Updated: 2018
  • Updated Roof: Full
  • Items Updated Roof Yr Updated: 2011
  • Updated Wiring: Partial
  • Items Updated Wiring Yr Updated: 2018
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Solar Panels Grid: On
  • Solar Panelsk W: 6300.0
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Subdivision Name: GOLDEN PALMS ESTATES 5 UNIT 3
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Efficiency: Solar Panels, Solar Tubes
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 207.34
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Tile, Wood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm, Double Vanity, Breakfast Bar, Non-laminate Counter, High Speed Internet, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 2411.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Solar Screens

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block
  • Exterior Features: Storage, RV Hookup
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dirt Back, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back, Grass Back
  • Pool Features: Fenced, Diving Pool, Variable Speed Pump, Outdoor
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail, Agency Discl Req
  • Construction Type: Block, Slump Block, Painted
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Patio(s)
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: RV Access/Parking, RV Gated, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Near Bus Stop
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: No Fees

Schools

  • Elementary School: Horizon School
  • High School: Apollo High School
  • Junior High Dist: Glendale Union High School District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Horizon School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15168.0
  • Parcel #: 148-09-416

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Sun American

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2239.0
  • Tax Lot: 213

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2025
Closed on
Jan 7, 2026
Sold by
Schlierman Karl Jay
Bought by
Tule River Homebuyer Earned Equity Agency
Seller's Agent
George Fry
Century 21 Northwest
Buyer's Agent
Calixto Martin
American Freedom Realty
List Price
$515,000
Sold Price
$499,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,100
-2.93%
Views
71

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.78%
Original Mortgage
$490,845
Outstanding Balance
$490,373
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$5,497

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2018
Closed on
Mar 28, 2018
Sold by
Schlierman Jennifer M Davey and Schlierman Karl J
Bought by
Schlierman Karl J
Seller's Agent
Kim Martin
Fathom Realty Elite
Buyer's Agent
Staci Smedstad
DeLex Realty
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$289,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.23%
Original Mortgage
$274,405
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 1998
Sold by
Trueblood Mark H and Trueblood Susan L
Bought by
Busick Michael J and Llewellyn Linda R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $499,900 Driggs Title Agency
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Great American Title Agency
Warranty Deed $289,900 Great American Title Agency
Warranty Deed $150,000 Lawyers Title Of Arizona Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $490,845 FHA
Previous Owner $274,405 New Conventional
Previous Owner $142,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/09/2026 02/09/26 Sold $499,900 0.0% $207 / Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2025 10/22/25 Price Changed $499,900 -2.9% $207 / Sq Ft
09/20/2025 09/20/25 For Sale $515,000 +77.6% $214 / Sq Ft
04/20/2018 04/20/18 Sold $289,900 0.0% $120 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/16/2018 03/16/18 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2018 03/14/18 For Sale $289,900 -- $120 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

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 $2,330 $18,927 -- --
2024 $2,031 $18,025 -- --
2023 $2,031 $38,370 $7,670 $30,700
2022 $2,020 $27,810 $5,560 $22,250
2021 $2,011 $26,550 $5,310 $21,240
2020 $2,035 $27,050 $5,410 $21,640
2019 $2,015 $24,880 $4,970 $19,910
2018 $1,932 $22,480 $4,490 $17,990
2017 $1,959 $19,620 $3,920 $15,700
2016 $1,860 $18,270 $3,650 $14,620
2015 $1,753 $17,650 $3,530 $14,120
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6922614

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 148-09-416

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