Welcome to 18616 Ruth Street, where timeless charm meets exceptional opportunity. This endearing 4-bedroom colonial offers a warm and inviting layout, highlighted by a cozy fireplace and spacious living areas designed for comfortable everyday living. With classic character throughout and a functional design, this home is perfectly suited for those seeking both style and practicality. Conveniently located near I-75, the Southfield Freeway, and major Downriver corridors, offering easy access to Detroit, Dearborn, Toledo, and surrounding Metro Detroit communities. Melvindale is known as “The Little City with a BIG Heart,” featuring community-centered events including Melvindale Days, Trunk or Treat, and seasonal family festivals. Residents also enjoy nearby parks and recreation including Lankford Park, Cardinal Park, and the John K. Kessey Fieldhouse community sports facility. Opportunities like this don’t last, submit your best offer before it’s gone!
For sale
$245,000
18616 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
4beds
1,944sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Myia Covington 586-541-4000,
Keller Williams Realty-Great Lakes 586-541-4000,
Erick Monzo 586-210-3350,
Keller Williams Realty-Great Lakes
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261030580
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Other
- Level: Entry
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,944 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,944
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: GroundLevelwSteps
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 105
Details
- Parcel number: 47010010075000
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Brick Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer At Street
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: OAKBORN-ROUGE SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melvindale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $33,415
- Annual tax amount: $2,330
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,000+482.5%$126/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20261030580 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2024 | Sold | $42,060$22/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2017 | Sold | $42,060$22/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $53,500 +11.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $48,000 +12.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $42,500 +20.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $35,300 +8% |
| 2021 | -- | $32,700 |
| 2020 | $2,042 +41.7% | $32,700 +13.9% |
| 2019 | $1,441 | $28,700 +6.7% |
| 2018 | $1,441 | $26,900 +10.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $24,300 +7% |
| 2016 | $917 | $22,700 +9.1% |
| 2015 | $917 -54.8% | $20,800 -2.3% |
| 2013 | $2,030 +121.3% | $21,300 +2.4% |
| 2012 | $917 | $20,800 -30.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $29,800 -17.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $36,000 -19.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $44,700 -10.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $49,800 +11.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $44,500 +73.9% |
| 2001 | $1,321 +6% | $25,584 +3.2% |
| 2000 | $1,246 | $24,791 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48122
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Allendale Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Julian O. Strong Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Melvindale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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