17709 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
OFF MARKET

$129,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,057 sqft

17709 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122

Est. Refi. Payment $944/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 2, 2009 for $16,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$129K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$9K (-6.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$113K (+706.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +201% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$129K
July 2026$132K
June 2026$135K
May 2026$134K
April 2026$131K
March 2026$133K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
17958 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI
0.12
Single-Family Home
$165,000
10/03/25
3
1
1,100
17632 Henry St, Melvindale, MI
0.11
Single-Family Home
$162,000
03/06/26
3
1
950
17964 Henry St, Melvindale, MI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$122,000
02/03/26
3
1
924
17675 Wood St, Melvindale, MI
0.17
Single-Family Home
$170,000
09/15/25
3
1
891
18028 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$170,000
12/17/25
3
1
1,364
17668 Robert St, Melvindale, MI
0.31
Single-Family Home
$119,900
12/17/25
3
1
1,032
18039 Wood St, Melvindale, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$115,000
08/05/26
3
1
1,302
18295 Henry St, Melvindale, MI
0.35
Single-Family Home
$152,000
03/25/26
3
1
1,106
17740 Hanna St, Melvindale, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$75,000
09/22/25
3
1.5
1,306
17764 Harman St, Melvindale, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$138,000
02/05/26
3
1
1,740

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
17706 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.03
$169,100
2
1.5
1,550
Off Market
17639 Reed St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.05
$144,500
2
2
1,220
Off Market
17650 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.06
$124,600
2
1
1,180
Off Market
17765 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.05
$199,800
2
1.5
1,420
Off Market
17565 Reed St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.09
$125,600
2
1
720
Off Market
17730 Henry St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.09
$193,500
3
2
1,296
Off Market
17605 Prospect St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.11
$136,900
3
1
962
Off Market
17902 Reed St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.11
$225,300
4
2
1,825
Off Market
17640 Henry St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.11
$181,000
3
2
1,466
Off Market
17632 Henry St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.11
$162,000
3
1
950
Recently Sold
17745 Henry St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.11
$155,500
3
1
891
Off Market
17958 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.12
$170,900
3
1
1,100
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1950
1,057 sqft
$122/sqft

About this House

GOOD INVESTMENT, BUYER AGENT TO VERIFY ALL INFO, PROPERTY SOLD AS IS AND BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR CITY INSPECTION IF ANY, SELLER WILL CONSIDER LAND CONTRACT . Brokered And Advertised By: PRIME ONE REALTY, LLC Listing Agent: BEN BAWAZIR
17709 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,057 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $16,000 on Jul 2, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $129,300, with a rent estimate of $1,659/month.

Home Details for 17709 Ruth St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Metal

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3484 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 29, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$36,000
Jan 24, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$36,000
Price decreased by 7%
Jan 8, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$38,900
Price decreased by 3%
Dec 12, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$39,900
Jul 2, 2009
Source: N/A
Sold
$16,000

Market trends in Melvindale

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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What Locals Say about Melvindale

At least 91 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 42 % Say there are community events

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  • Amora Aboali
    "Don’t have your kids go out by themselves. Always watch your surroundings. No one is friendly and no one knows who their neighbour is! "
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  • Nicole T.
    "I've lived in this city for many years all four of my kids have attended Melvindale schools. I also coach for the city football / cheer squad. It feels like a family in the city"
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  • Nizar0065
    "good neighborhood very nice neighbors and everything. i like to live here. and i hope to get big house. my house is very small."
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  • Angelica M.
    "Some really good places to eat and a lot of little shops, from walking distance friendly people. Close to a lot of businesses. Only thing that sucks is no public transportation."
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  • DAPHYNE H.
    "schools are fantastic. People look it for others. police are prompt and 1st responders are too. there are all types of nationalities and everyone get along."
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  • Elisha W.
    "Its very nice and i like it here yes they walk there dogs they are friendly sometimes you get to touch them"
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  • Nicole T.
    "the schools and the City football and cheer Club are like a family and they open their arms for anyone."
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  • Emma D.
    "The smog from the marathon plant. The fumes release all the toxicity cause bad heath for human and pets. Cancer Asthma. We lost 2 pets here already due to cancer from the smog."
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  • Tiffany
    "Changing rapidly over past couple years for the worst. Break ins, high water bills, ordinance officers fine you for everything but can’t even fix the street pot holes "
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  • Omeomiana
    "It’s all industrial, no place to really walk around with a dog, and it’s loud with a lot of heavy traffic especially semi trucks."
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  • tbear1432002
    "the crime is up and the people are rude. use to be a great place to live. people don't keep up there lawns. some do "
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  • Kim R. S.
    "Large Arabic population with shops and restaurants nearby. Neighbors help each other here on my street."
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Frequently asked questions about 17709 Ruth St

  • What is 17709 Ruth St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 17709 Ruth St in Melvindale, MI is $129,300.
  • What is the price history for 17709 Ruth St?
    17709 Ruth St in Melvindale, MI last sold for $16,000 in July 2009.
  • Is Melvindale a buyer's or seller's market?
    Melvindale is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Melvindale?
    Residents describe Melvindale, MI as well-kept, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Melvindale, MI.
  • How big is the lot at 17709 Ruth St?
    The lot at 17709 Ruth St in Melvindale, MI is about 0.08 acres (3,484 sq ft).

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