985 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
OFF MARKET

$1,611,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,560 sqft (on 10.06 acres)

985 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020

Est. Refi. Payment $10,078/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 22, 2024 for $1,500,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.61M
Since last month
Decreased$84K (-5%)
Since last year
Increased$96K (+6.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$111K (+7.4%)
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 +119% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$1.61M
October 2026$1.64M
September 2026$1.7M
August 2026$1.66M
July 2026$1.66M
June 2026$1.65M
May 2026$1.65M
April 2026$1.66M
March 2026$1.66M
February 2026$1.65M
January 2026$1.58M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
10531 Korn Ln, Gilroy, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$3,188,000
06/17/26
4
3
2,735
645 Buena Vista Ave, Gilroy, CA
0.78
Single-Family Home
$880,000
02/09/26
2
1
1,296
10500 Travis Ct, Gilroy, CA
1.22
Single-Family Home
$1,745,000
02/24/26
3
2
2,150
12101 Columbet Ave, San Martin, CA
1.31
Single-Family Home
$1,680,000
01/09/26
3
2
1,792
10346 New Ave, Gilroy, CA
1.37
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
06/04/26
3
2
1,846
730 Lepa Ct, Gilroy, CA
1.02
Single-Family Home
$2,050,000
06/05/26
4
3
2,772
11840 Foothill Ave, Gilroy, CA
1.43
Single-Family Home
$1,590,000
12/30/25
3
2
2,050
10740 New Ave, Gilroy, CA
1.31
Single-Family Home
$1,655,000
07/30/26
4
3
2,432

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1035 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.07
$1,683,500
4
3
2,575
Off Market
1000 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.08
$1,558,400
Studio
-
-
Off Market
915 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.12
$1,398,200
Studio
-
-
Off Market
940 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.13
$1,185,200
2
1
-
Off Market
1120 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.13
$1,350,500
3
1
1,416
Off Market
1025 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.14
$2,355,000
4
3
3,396
Off Market
1115 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.15
$1,564,000
3
2
1,400
Off Market
10615 Carolyn Ct, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.16
$1,706,500
4
3
2,543
Off Market
1002 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.16
$1,815,100
Studio
-
-
Off Market
810 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.17
$1,522,500
4
3
2,609
Off Market
10635 Carolyn Ct, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.17
$1,680,100
3
2
1,840
Off Market
10541 Korn Ln, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.17
$1,606,500
4
2
2,134
Off Market
10525 Garcia Ln, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.18
$1,178,500
3
2
1,600
Off Market
10655 Carolyn Ct, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.19
$1,425,300
3
2
1,902
Off Market
760 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.21
$1,203,100
3
2
1,622
Off Market
10505 Garcia Ln, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.21
$1,687,100
4
3
2,196
Off Market
745 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.21
$1,740,100
5
3
2,560
Off Market
10620 La Corte Ln, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.22
$1,606,500
4
2.5
1,766
Off Market
10515 Garcia Ln, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.22
$1,484,200
4
2
2,586
Off Market
10665 Carolyn Ct, Gilroy, CA 95020
0.23
$1,545,200
3
2
2,162
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
10.06 acre lot
1,560 sqft
$1,033/sqft
4 Open Spaces

About this House

What's unique:Natural gasPrivate wellGilroy premium outlets
Incredible opportunity for homeowners and investors alike! Behold this diamond in the rough: a 2-bedroom, 1-bath sanctuary waiting for your magic touch. Nestled on a sprawling 10-acre canvas of pure potential, this property is a canvas for your wildest dreams! Imagine the thrill of transforming this humble abode into a lucrative rental or the ultimate dream home retreat. The possibilities are as vast as the horizon itself! And let's not forget the rich tapestry of history woven into this land, once a fertile ground for bountiful walnut harvests. With natural gas, electricity, a private well, and a trusty septic system already in place, all the essentials are ready and waiting. And talk about location! Just moments away from the pulse of Highway 101, the allure of Gilroy Premium Outlets, and the tantalizing trails of Gilroy's famed Wine Trail. Please respect the privacy of the current occupants. Viewing by appointment only with 24-hour notice or during open houses.
985 Rucker Ave, Gilroy, CA 95020 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,560 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for the $1,500,000 asking price on Apr 22, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,611,600, with a rent estimate of $3,133/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Mary Liu DRE #01152177, (415) 378-5625
Vanguard Properties, (415) 510-8600
Bought with: Non Member Sales, (415) 111-1111, Non Multiple Participant, (415) 111-1111
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Source: SFAR, MLS#424006399

Home Details for 985 Rucker Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1560 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing RefrigeratorDishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Linoleum
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Linoleum
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: PartialOther Structures: Outbuilding, StorageNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportNo GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Driveway,No Garage,Private,Uncovered Parking Space,Tandem,On Site (Single Family Only)
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise HorsesDoes Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
Surface & Elevation
Topography: Level, Trees ManyElevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 34

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionAttached To Another StructureDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: Fixer, OriginalParcel Number: 83018029

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,500,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, See Remarks

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Gilroy

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1560 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: San Francisco Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10.059 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Offer As Is, Third Party Approval, Successor Trustee Sale, Other

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 424006399Showing Advance Notice: 24

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 22, 2024
Source: SFAR #424006399
Sold
$1,500,000
Mar 17, 2024
Source: SFAR #424006399
Pending
$1,500,000
Mar 15, 2024
Source: SFAR #424006399
Contingent
$1,500,000
Feb 28, 2024
Source: SFAR #424006399
Listed For Sale
$1,500,000

Market trends in Gilroy

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.09M
$47KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$525
$5MoM
Available listings
115
3MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

Around this home

What Locals Say about Gilroy

At least 396 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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  • Juan ramon
    "It’s a good place to live and walk your dogs and go out for Max with your kids. Safe neighborhood. Never heard anything bad. Happened around here. At least in the time I’ve been here Thirty years."
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  • Gwen Castaneda
    "There is a big off leash dog park at Las Animas Park. There’s lots of space for dog walking. I see a lot of dog owners."
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  • Jasmine Poso
    "I grew up in Gilroy and it feels like home. I wouldn’t move anywhere else if I had the choice to. It’s not too small and not too big "
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  • GCV 4-year resident
    "It has everything - great restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries, coffee shops, outlet stores and more! It is close to beaches, trails, parks, camp sites. Schools, churches, hospitals and markets are close by. There’s a cinema, golf course, theme park, art center and Caltrain station. You will feel welcome when you move in."
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  • Xtlopez
    "Love it here done deal best neighborhood anyone could ask for access to parks and downtown access to"
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  • Jeffrey S.
    "Good new dog park with a friendly dog community. Good walking paths and trails. Short distance to Santa Cruz. "
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  • Harry.alto
    "We have Gilroy garlic festival and July 4th courtyard parties.. we have really good bike paths and decent enough parks"
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  • Tdaughtry2
    "Great, safe neighborhood for kids. Friendly people. Well maintained homes and yards. Quiet/peaceful. "
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  • Stacey A.
    "It’s quiet and more secluded, but the Main Street is busy especially in the summer. There is commuter and farm traffic as well. "
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  • Wallerjasmine_r
    "It takes me 45 min (with traffic) to get to work located in Cupertino. "
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  • Smlove5108
    "Great schools quiet neighborhoods lots of outdoor activities for kids parks, trails, creeks, lakes. "
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  • Pburke58
    "I work from home, but the traffic is getting worse each year, people are moving out further and further from San Jose."
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  • Pburke58
    "Small town feel, up and coming downtown. Weather is fantastic with Pacific Ocean influences. Lots of community functions, people are friendly and support the community "
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  • Rosalind Q.
    "I’ve only lived in this area for a year and I feel safe and it has a lot of things to do for all ages."
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  • Melissa M.
    "If your dog bites the post mail person your address will not receive mail anymore and you will have to get a P.O. Box. "
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  • Angelina Y.
    "there is activities at the library for the children like movie night or arts and crafts. we also have an annual garlic festival "
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  • Marsha H.
    "Public transport is not great and my commute in to Bay Area is getting worse. They just cancelled one CalTrain "
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  • Crystalgdelacruz
    "I take the CalTrain into Palo Alto everyday. Commuting is required and not many job opportunities in Gilroy to combat cost of living "
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  • Deborah T.
    "Depends on where and when the commute is. There are windows during the peak commuting hours that allow reasonable commute times into central Silicon Valley. The Peninsula and the East Bay are over an hour, as is San Francisco. "
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  • Terri M.
    "Morgan hill is safer and nicer than Gilroy. I grew up in Gilroy and there are a few parks and there is the Gilroy Outlets if you enjoy shopping."
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  • Evelyn H.
    "I love living in gilroy my neighborhood is safe. My daughters school is close to home and the neighbors are friendly."
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  • Angel M.
    "Walking distance to downtown. Friendly neighbors. Really close to police department if ever you don’t feel safe. "
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  • Ziad H.
    "Friendly , good neighborhood; pet friendly; kids friendly park; walk way path; clean; landscaping very well maintained."
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  • Terri M.
    "Traffic here is terrible. To get to south San Jose with to traffic is about 20 minutes. But with traffic is 48 minutes."
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  • Emily M.
    "Lots of dog walking and dog parks. It's a great place to own a dog. There are also a lot of hiking spots. "
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  • Peter N.
    "this is an amazing family neighborhood, everyone is super friendly and waves when the walk or drive by. perfect for young families to start their future"
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  • Arunav S.
    "Great new park, new construction houses, great wineries close by, accessible highways, well balanced demographic and ethnic base. Schools nearby including some good private and charter schools. Police is active and responsive, strong fire response system. Many new public amenities under development so great time to get in."
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  • Crystalgdelacruz
    "It’s a wonderful neighborhood surrounded by farmland where people are actually kind wherever you go. The only caveat is how fast people drive! Have to learn how drive defensively around here "
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  • Stephanie R.
    "Love the area as a dog owner. Plenty of parks to walk. Safe place to walk and be outdoors. Large side walks."
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  • Megan W.
    "We need a better downtown. I'd prefer more upscaled restaurants and less fast food joints. I like the parks and community events. "
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  • Megan W.
    "Lots to do outdoors. From hiking to taking a short drive to the beach. Plenty of great parks. Downtown NEEDS a face lift. Most go to Morgan Hill for a good place to eat and entertainment."
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  • Tresmmichel
    "People are nice and respectful. The Mexican food is always awesome and everything is 10 minutes away from home"
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  • Tresmmichel
    "The events are relaxed and always full with music, people is kind I believe because of their Latin origins. "
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  • Missbeltran
    "Block parties. Gilroy garlic festival. Summer downtown events. Wine tasting in the neighboring wineries. Dog parks. "
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  • Martinezisela1983
    "I feel safe..in this area .. neighbors watch for each other... specially when we noticed outsider's .."
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  • Veronica N.
    "The Annual Garlic Festival is a must for residents and visitors. We also have parades and holiday decorations throughout the city."
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  • David M.
    "Traffic noise from Pacheco Pass Hwy and cattle manure odor, ragged fruit stands and roadside road-kill many days old, the buzzards and crows don't care to clean up the carrion, so they are not too hungry. "
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  • Gonzalezjackie2003
    "I have lived here for a couple of years and I love how no one really bothers you out here it’s small so you can get around easily well at least in my part"
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Frequently asked questions about 985 Rucker Ave

  • What is 985 Rucker Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 985 Rucker Ave in Gilroy, CA is $1,611,600.
  • What is the price history for 985 Rucker Ave?
    985 Rucker Ave in Gilroy, CA last sold for $1,500,000 in April 2024.
  • Is Gilroy a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gilroy is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gilroy?
    The median sale price in Gilroy is $1.09M. That is down $47K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 985 Rucker Ave?
    The lot at 985 Rucker Ave in Gilroy, CA is about 10.1 acres.
  • Does 985 Rucker Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 985 Rucker Ave in Gilroy, CA has a garage.

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