18530 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
SOLD
DEC 17, 2025

$281,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,224 sqft

18530 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122

Est. Refi. Payment $2,031/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 17, 2025 for $275,000 (5% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$282K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Increased$104K (+58.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$6K (+2%)
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 +246% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$281K
August 2026$284K
July 2026$280K
June 2026$283K
May 2026$279K
April 2026$279K
March 2026$278K
February 2026$276K
January 2026$276K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
18243 Wood St, Melvindale, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$190,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,858
18240 Harman St, Melvindale, MI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$235,000
09/09/26
3
1.5
1,204
18051 Reed St, Melvindale, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$200,000
08/17/26
3
2.5
1,900
18906 Henry St, Melvindale, MI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$151,000
11/06/25
3
1.5
1,750
18641 Henry St, Melvindale, MI
0.18
Single-Family Home
$177,000
12/29/25
3
1
2,160
18616 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI
0.08
Single-Family Home
$185,000
07/02/26
4
1
1,944
3511 Elizabeth St, Melvindale, MI
0.55
Single-Family Home
$241,000
07/23/26
3
2
1,900
3526 McKitrick St, Melvindale, MI
0.53
Single-Family Home
$225,000
08/26/26
3
2
2,014
2809 Margaret St, Melvindale, MI
0.55
Single-Family Home
$200,000
10/03/25
3
2
1,900

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
18540 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.01
$224,700
4
2
1,700
Off Market
18616 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.08
$185,000
4
1
1,944
Recently Sold
18316 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.09
-
Studio
-
1,400
Off Market
18309 Reed St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.10
$158,400
3
2
1,008
Off Market
18666 Reed St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.13
$179,500
4
2
1,324
Recently Sold
18292 Reed St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.13
$165,600
4
2
1,200
Off Market
18598 Henry St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.13
$204,000
3
1
2,520
Off Market
18868 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.16
$132,400
3
1
965
Off Market
18835 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.17
$187,600
3
2
1,638
Off Market
18267 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.14
$208,800
3
1.5
1,160
Off Market
18259 Prospect St, Melvindale, MI 48122
0.17
$340,400
3
2
3,243
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1955
2,224 sqft
$124/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Located at 18530 Ruth ST, Melvindale, MI, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath, single-family residence presents an attractive ranch style home with an attached garage that is in excellent condition. The kitchen is a culinary dream, featuring shaker cabinets that provide ample storage and a stylish aesthetic, while the stone countertops offer a durable and elegant surface for meal preparation, beautifully complemented by a backsplash and a range hood. The house also has Wallside WIndows throughout, with a transferrable warranty and the roof is approximately two years old. The finished basement features recessed lighting, a second bathroom and a large bonus room that is great added space for hosting family. The property features a patio and fenced backyard, offering an inviting outdoor space. This home presents a unique opportunity to embrace comfortable living.
18530 Ruth St, Melvindale, MI 48122 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,224 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $275,000 on Dec 17, 2025 (5% below the $289,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $281,500, with a rent estimate of $3,378/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Stacy Bazman, (313) 274-1700
Century 21 Curran & Oberski
Bought with: Mohammed Awad, (313) 265-7207, Waison Realty LLC
Source: Realcomp II, MLS#20251052100

Home Details for 18530 Ruth St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Bath Full, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2224 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: GroundLevelwSteps

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Basement, Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Two Car Garage,Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1112 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1112 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 33

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 47010010085000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $289,000Price Per Sqft: $124/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Dec 09 2025Possession Timing: At Close

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: MelvindaleCommunity: OAKBORN-ROUGE SUB
School Information
High School District: Melvindale Allen Pk

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Short Sale No, Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Va Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20251052100Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1112Activation Date: Fri Nov 07 2025Showing Requirements: AppointmentOnly

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 17, 2025
Source: Realcomp II #20251052100
Sold
$275,000
Dec 9, 2025
Source: Realcomp II #20251052100
Pending
$289,000
Nov 7, 2025
Source: Realcomp II #20251052100
Listed For Sale
$289,000
Dec 18, 2024
Source: MichRIC #24061161
Sold
$170,000
Dec 5, 2024
Source: MichRIC #24061161
Pending
$179,900

Market trends in Melvindale

Last updated August 2026
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Available listings
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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 18530 Ruth St

  • What is 18530 Ruth St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 18530 Ruth St in Melvindale, MI is $281,500.
  • What is the price history for 18530 Ruth St?
    18530 Ruth St in Melvindale, MI last sold for $275,000 in December 2025.
  • 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.
  • Does 18530 Ruth St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 18530 Ruth St in Melvindale, MI has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 18530 Ruth St?
    The lot at 18530 Ruth St in Melvindale, MI is about 0.23 acres (10,019 sq ft).

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