Welcome home to this solid brick ranch in Melvindale, perfectly situated on a rare double lot offering extra space and privacy. This home is incredibly well-maintained, super clean, and truly move-in ready... showing even better in person than in photos. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable and functional layout with pride of ownership throughout, along with updated mechanicals that provide peace of mind for years to come. The finished basement adds valuable living space, featuring a second full bathroom and an extra flex room... perfect for a home office, guest space, or potential additional bedroom. The oversized garage is a standout feature, offering plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or a workshop setup. The expansive lot provides endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment, entertaining, or future expansion. If you’re looking for a clean, solid home with great space inside and out, this is one you won’t want to miss. Schedule your showing today!
Pending
$259,900
17751 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
4beds
2,240sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.25 Acres Lot
$272,500 Zestimate®
$116/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 18 days |
- 590 |
- 20 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert K Montgomery 586-864-0629,
Realty Executives Home Towne 586-786-4617
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261031176
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 X 9
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 10 X 7
Dining room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 19 X 17
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,240 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,240
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 110 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 47009020072000
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: ALLEN BLVD HEIGHTS SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melvindale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $116/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $56,049
- Annual tax amount: $4,928
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
- Exclusions: Exclusion(s) Do Not Exist
Estimated market value
$272,500
$259,000 - $286,000
$2,005/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2026 | Pending sale | $259,900$116/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900$116/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $69,900 +12.7% |
| 2024 | -- | $62,000 +13.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $54,700 +8.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $50,300 +4.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $48,200 |
| 2020 | $4,276 +87.4% | $48,200 +4.3% |
| 2019 | $2,282 | $46,200 +14.9% |
| 2018 | $2,282 | $40,200 +5.2% |
| 2017 | -- | $38,200 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $1,500 | $36,200 +9.4% |
| 2015 | $1,500 -53.3% | $33,100 +0.9% |
| 2013 | $3,210 +114% | $32,800 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $1,500 | $33,100 -33.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $49,700 -19.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $61,500 -19.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $76,600 -12.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $87,100 +9.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $79,300 +65.6% |
| 2001 | $2,793 -16.9% | $47,873 -28.4% |
| 2000 | $3,363 | $66,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48122
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Allendale Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Julian O. Strong Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Melvindale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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- Michigan
- Wayne County
- Melvindale
- 48122
- 17751 Ruth St







