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    12 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC 28658

    3beds
    1,434sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1955
    0.65 Acres Lot
    $250,300 Zestimate®
    $174/sqft
    $1,839 Estimated rent

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    $238,000 - $263,000

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    What's special

    Welcome to 12 Ruth Avenue, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on approximately 0.65 acres in Newton. From the moment you step inside, you will appreciate the comfortable layout, inviting atmosphere, and thoughtful combination of classic character and modern improvements. This home offers plenty of space for everyday living, entertaining guests, working from home, or simply relaxing at the end of the day. Beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and timeless character throughout the home. The living area is centered around a traditional wood-burning fireplace, creating a cozy gathering place for family and friends. Whether you are enjoying a quiet evening at home, hosting a holiday celebration, or watching the game with guests, this space is designed to feel comfortable and welcoming. The kitchen combines style, convenience, and functionality. It features stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances, generous cabinet storage, and soft-close cabinet doors and drawers. The durable LifeProof flooring provides an attractive, low-maintenance surface that is well suited for daily use. There is ample space for preparing meals, storing kitchen essentials, and gathering together. The stainless-steel appliances complement the cabinetry and give the kitchen a clean, updated appearance. The home includes three comfortable bedrooms, offering flexibility for a variety of needs. Use the additional rooms for family members, overnight guests, a home office, hobby room, exercise space, or a combination of uses. Spacious walk-in closets provide valuable storage and help keep everyday belongings organized. With two full bathrooms, the home offers added convenience for both residents and guests. LifeProof flooring in the bathrooms provides durability while maintaining a coordinated look with the kitchen. Window shades have already been installed, saving the new owner time and expense while providing privacy from the first day. Throughout the home, the thoughtful features and practical updates make it easy to settle in and begin enjoying the property without taking on a long list of immediate projects. The approximately 0.65-acre lot provides room to enjoy the outdoors, entertain, garden, play, or simply relax in your own surroundings. The property offers a welcome sense of space while remaining manageable for routine care and maintenance. It is an ideal setting for anyone who wants more outdoor room than a typical neighborhood lot can provide. This home delivers the features many buyers are searching for: three bedrooms, two bathrooms, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, stainless-steel appliances, soft-close cabinetry, walk-in closets, durable flooring, installed window shades, and a generous lot. The combination of indoor comfort and outdoor space makes the property suitable for first-time buyers, growing households, downsizers, or anyone looking for a comfortable place to call home. Every room offers an opportunity to make the home your own. Arrange the living area around the fireplace, create a dedicated office or guest room, enjoy meals prepared in the updated kitchen, and take advantage of the additional storage provided by the walk-in closets. The layout is functional for everyday life while still offering the flexibility to change as your needs evolve. The warm hardwood flooring and traditional fireplace bring character to the home, while the stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances, LifeProof flooring, and soft-close cabinetry provide the modern conveniences today’s buyers appreciate. These features come together to create a property that feels established, comfortable, and ready for its next chapter. If you have been searching for a move-in-ready home with character, practical updates, abundant storage, and nearly two-thirds of an acre, 12 Ruth Avenue deserves your attention. This property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with room to grow, gather, and create lasting memories.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Dave Fontana david.fontana@shook-tarlton.com,

    Shook & Tarlton Realty LLC

    Bought with:

    Cheryl Obijiski

    Realty Executives of Hickory

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4414166MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
    • Has basement: No
    • Fireplace features: Den, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,434
    • Total interior livable area: 1,434 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,434
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    Lot
    • Size: 0.65 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3740076748070000
    • Zoning: R-9
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl
    • Foundation: Crawl Space
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1955

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: City
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Rowe Estates
    Location
    • Region: Newton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $174/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $167,800
    • Annual tax amount: $1,424
    • Date on market: 8/13/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 32 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Gravel, Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/16/2026Sold$250,000-3.8%$174/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4414166 Report a problem
    9/11/2026Price change$259,997-1.9%$181/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4414166 Report a problem
    8/13/2026Listed for sale$264,997+89.3%$185/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4414166 Report a problem
    4/1/2026Sold$140,000+259%$98/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/1/2016Sold$39,000+69.6%$27/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/6/2016Sold$23,000-28.1%$16/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3132302 Report a problem
    1/15/2016Pending sale$32,000$22/sqft
    Source: Chris Johnson Realty #3132302 Report a problem
    1/6/2016Price change$32,000+357.1%$22/sqft
    Source: Chris Johnson Realty #3132302 Report a problem
    12/28/2015Price change$7,000-78.1%$5/sqft
    Source: HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc #3132302 Report a problem
    11/30/2015Listed for sale$32,000-3%$22/sqft
    Source: Chris Johnson Realty #3132302 Report a problem
    10/26/2015Listing removed$33,000$23/sqft
    Source: HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc Report a problem
    10/8/2015Listed for sale$33,000-63.9%$23/sqft
    Source: HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc Report a problem
    9/23/2015Sold$91,394$64/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,424 $167,800
    2024$1,424 $167,800
    2023$1,424 +38.3%$167,800 +81.8%
    2022$1,029 $92,300
    2021$1,029 $92,300
    2020$1,029 $92,300
    2019$1,029 +12.7%$92,300 +12.7%
    2018$913 +110.3%$81,900
    2017$434 -50%--
    2016$868 --
    2015$868 +100.1%$81,900 -4.7%
    2014$434 -50%$85,900
    2013$868 --
    2012$868 --
    2011$868 +4%--
    2010$834 --
    2009$834 --
    2008$834 +2%--
    2007$818 +14.3%--
    2006$715 --
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    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28658

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