17 E Ruth Avenue #305, Phoenix, AZ 85020
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17 E Ruth Avenue #305
Phoenix, AZ 85020

North Mountain
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 788 sqft

$170,000

Original price: $174,500
Est. Mortgage $1,311/mo*
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$170,000

Original price: $174,500
Est. Mortgage $1,311/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
2 Beds
2 Baths
788 sqft

Home Highlights

Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$306/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$216
Listed
162 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 17 E Ruth Avenue #305.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium, a true gem with upgraded vinyl wood flooring and new paint. The modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a stylish backsplash, sleek countertops. Enjoy the community's amenities, with convenient elevator access, walking paths, secure gated entry, and of course the refreshing pool/spa combo that both bedrooms look out to.

Home Details for 17 E Ruth Avenue #305

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 788 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Electric OvenDishwasherDisposalRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Programmable ThmstatHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Spa: HeatedNo FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 4Number of Stories: 4Floors: Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileFencing: Wrought Iron
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageParking: Gated,Assigned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 112Days on Market: 162

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1985
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Condominium
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, BlockAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16051235

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $170,000Price Per Sqft: $216
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: PhoenixCommunity: EL TOVAR CONDOMINIUMS
School Information
Elementary School: Desert View Elementary SchoolElementary School District: Washington Elementary School DistrictJr High / Middle School: Royal Palm Middle SchoolHigh School: Sunnyslope High SchoolHigh School District: Glendale Union High School District

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 6989777

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 788 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Pool, Gated, Community Spa Htd, Near Bus Stop

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Roof Repair, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Maintenance ExteriorHOA Name: El Tovar CondominiumHOA Phone: 480-892-5222Has an HOAHOA Fee: $306/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 697 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Owner May Carry, Cash, Also for Rent, 1031 Exchange, Lease Option, Lease Purchase

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Condominium

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 6989777

Additional Information

PoolGatedCommunity Spa HtdNear Bus Stop
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing courtesy of Justin James Mercer, (602) 690-8867
Limitless Real Estate
Source: ARMLS, MLS#6989777
Also Listed on ARMLS.
All information should be verified by the recipient and none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS.

Market trends in North Mountain

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$371K
$5.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$245
$3MoM
Available listings
594
32MoM

Price History for 17 E Ruth Avenue #305

DatePriceEventSource
07/27/2026$1,400Listed For RentARMLS #6995782
03/18/2026$170,000PriceChange
ARMLS #6989777
02/26/2026$174,500Listed For SaleARMLS #6989777
01/20/2026$108,000Sold
ARMLS #6965134
01/14/2026$125,000PendingARMLS #6965134
01/08/2026$125,000Listed For SaleARMLS #6965134
06/27/2024$185,000Sold
ARMLS #6698982
06/25/2024$195,000PendingARMLS #6698982
05/31/2024$195,000PriceChange
ARMLS #6698982
05/01/2024$199,900Listed For SaleARMLS #6698982
04/26/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
04/11/2024$1,300PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
03/13/2024$1,390Listed For RentZillow Rentals
02/03/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
01/28/2024$1,390PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
01/12/2024$1,450PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
12/29/2023$1,500Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/10/2020$120,000Sold
N/A
07/03/2020$115,000PendingAgent Provided
07/01/2020$115,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/31/2000$45,000Sold
N/A
09/26/1997$47,000Sold
N/A
12/13/1996$32,000Sold
N/A
01/13/1995$37,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$351
Assessment$145,200
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Neighborhood Overview

North Mountain
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What Locals Say about North Mountain

At least 1127 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 49 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 35 % Say there's wildlife

  • 21 % Say there are community events

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  • Christopher Geber
    "It’s a good neighborhood with schools very close. You can hear the footballs games at Cortez High School. Traffic is lower in the area and tends to be a little more quit than the rest of Phoenix. "
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  • Angelicarenteria3
    "There is a lot of kids in the neighborhood and everyone stays to themselves around here no problems "
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  • J J
    "Holiday lights are amazing in the Moon Valley community. It is fun and competitive as the community decorates for the holidays. Fourth of July fireworks are a great site to see too."
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  • Kerry G.
    "There aren’t many dog parks I’d want to take my dogs to. There is a park surrounding North Mountain. "
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  • Shawnda P.
    "It's home and it's what I expected and I'm still here thank u Metro phoenix.. y'all been great and keep up the great business "
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  • Trulia User
    "The mountain view is absolutely beautiful. There's trails to go hiking on. There's also a police station nearby. "
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  • Laura R.
    "Apartment style living , close to everything, clean, there's a gym, pool, dog park, mini playground, laundry room. Very quaint"
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  • Trulia User
    "It's an amazing neighborhood, very quiet and everyone minds their own business. It is so so so great here"
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  • Trulia User
    "dog owners don't pick up after there dogs, dog poop everywhere it's disgusting. you can't walk down the street without seeing hundreds of piles of dog poop, "
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  • Trulia User
    "has gone down him in the last few years... many homeless now sitting on every street and drug users... not a good place"
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  • Trulia User
    "I wouldn’t like to see dog owners leaving their dogs unattended. It’s best to take care of the dogs messes and needs."
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  • Trulia User
    "Super easy access to the 51–it’s the best freeway. The traffic in north mountain feels way lighter than any other place in central Phoenix. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I use city transportation to commute to and from work. I love the north mountain community and know the area very well. I feel the area is great for family. The People in the community are very friendly. I have looked forward to making north mountain my home "
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive, so I have no issues. public transportation is accessible. traffic is not to bad, depending on the time of day. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is about 20 minutes from downtown and central phoenix. There are a lot of loud cars here. People speed excessively."
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  • Trulia User
    "lots of shopping n restaurants near by parks close too nice people lots of hiking usually affordable housing can be expensive but depends on where you live lots of grocery stores too"
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  • Trulia User
    "i never had a problem here I usually leave my gate open during the day and so far so good lol I love the park near by and there is all ways cops around "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are no community events but it would be great if there were. I have seen alley clean ups on nextdoor app. "
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  • Trulia User
    "They would love it. There are side walks, parks, dog friendly restaurants and shopping areas. Drive thru restaurants give dog treats! "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve loved here for 5 years because it’s the only neighborhood that is affordable. The only downside is that there is a lot of drug users"
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  • Trulia User
    "drivers don't pay attention to speed in the neighborhood streets. it's very frustrating. there needs to be more stop signs or speed humps on the side streets. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors hate loud dogs, mean looking dogs and complain about every little thing about your animals"
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  • Trulia User
    "They had movies at the park recently. That’s about all they’ve done for neighborhood stuff. Some homeless I. The park, sleeping on kiss’s okay strictures and pooping on the ground "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not a great area to raise kids, despite the local schools being awesome. Lots of violence, lots of shootings, gang activity and homeless people. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for 12 years. my kids have gone to school here from kindergarten to high school. My neighbors are friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's centrally located and it's not horrible for crime. most of the people around here are friendly people. there are a few who might make one question. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A lot of dogs here are aggressive due to lack of training, and owners rarely pick up after their dogs. There are a few dog parks in the area, that is a plus. "
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  • Trulia User
    "yes many people walk their dogs because we have a dog friendly park near by. most of the dogs are well mannered and the owners are pet responsible. a dog owner would appreciate other dog owners acceptance of dog responsibility."
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  • Trulia User
    "People running their dogs off leash in common community areas and parks may be something dog owners like or not like"
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  • Trulia User
    "I don’t commute as I am work from home. Oddly quiet area. A lot of jay walkers. The area is relatively safe. There a hospital near by so you can hear the helicopter every so often"
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  • Trulia User
    "we keep an eye on each other's place and the people will wave hello and say hi to you. there are people who walk here after dark without any trouble. "
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  • Trulia User
    "the gang violence makes it fun to play guess the sounds. Was it fireworks, gunshots, or backfiring cars?"
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  • Trulia User
    "since I have moved here there have been more events, and I've been here for at least 3 yrs............................. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is the most dangerous neighborhood I have ever lived in. I am moving as soon as possible. Make sure to check the safety rating before you move, and go check out the area you want to move to late at night to see it at it's worst."
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  • Flosimcoe
    "Near the mountain; quiet neighborhood, has every amenity required, people look out for each other, many yard sales, friendly neighbors, Christmas decorations, "
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  • Ghadeer J.
    "Don’t have any in our neighborhood, but people have their own parties and own lives and on the 4th we go on streets light fireworks and watch each other and talk to each other from time to time "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not too many events i know of but definitely a great safe place to live! great parks. wonderful place to raise. family."
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  • Tavenatti
    "It’s rough after dark I don’t recommend for families with small children or single women. If ur a male or have dogs or multiple roommates you can find nice places , but there’s is plenty of crime and homeless people around here "
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  • Thomas A.
    "There are too many people on drugs here and especially people on meth. A lot of break ins. Child molesters "
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  • Thais T.
    "A lot of homeless. A huge choice for food. Ross, dd discount aroudn the corner. Near 1-17 freeway. North Peoria Av. side, only houses, South Peoria Av. only apartments "
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Justin James Mercer, Limitless Real Estate
Agent Phone: (602) 690-8867
17 E Ruth Avenue #305, Phoenix, AZ 85020 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 788 sqft condo built in 1985. 17 E Ruth Avenue #305 is located in North Mountain, Phoenix. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by ARMLS on Feb 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 6989777.