$1,450,000

3231 Ruth Elaine Dr Los Alamitos, CA 90720

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,736 sqft
0.2 acres
$835 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr

Looking for a home that's adorable and as charming as a Sunday stroll through Rossmoor? Welcome to 3231 Ruth Elaine Drive! Discover the charm and warmth of this spacious and inviting 3bed/2bath home, featuring high ceilings in every room, newly renovated bathrooms with elegant finishes, updated landscaping and a huge backyard. Nestled in the coveted Rossmoor neighborhood, on a large 7,700 lot, this property is within striking distance of parks, top-rated schools, popular restaurants, and convenient freeway access. The spacious layout and wood burning fireplace offers a seamless blend of comfort and style, making it the perfect space for both relaxation and entertaining. This property is a rare find and a must see! Join the Rossmoor community and enjoy local favorites like the Rossmoor Shopping Center and the scenic Rossmoor Park.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,736 sqft
Lot size0.1768 Acres
Year built1959
ParkingGarage
MLS #PW25028905
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceDen
ViewCity Lights

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Range
  • Flooring Type: Tile
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, All Bedrooms Down
  • Fireplace: Den
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Garage
  • View: City Lights
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $1,450,000
  • Price/SqFt: $835
  • Annual Tax Amount: $14,351
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Katella to Ruth Elaine
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,736 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1768 Acres
  • MLS Number: PW25028905
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (562) 972-3283
  • Listing Agent: David Steinberg

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 04, 2021
Home Sold
$1,200,000
Feb 22, 2008
Home Sold
$740,000
Jun 24, 2002
Home Sold
$460,000
Jul 17, 1996
Home Sold
$290,000
Jul 02, 1993
Home Sold
$280,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,248,480$14,351
2023$1,224,000$14,031
2022$1,200,000$13,990
2021$849,063$10,052
2020$840,357$10,089
2019$823,880$9,392
2018$807,726$9,392
2017$791,889$9,197

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Lee Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

11481 Foster Rd

9

Rossmoor Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

3272 Shakespeare Dr

8

Los Alamitos Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

10862 Bloomfield St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $86,875. The most common annual income of people living in Los Alamitos, CA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

13%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
15%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Brooks BrothersBrooks Brothers

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • SportsSports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr

The listing price of 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr property is $1,450,000.

The property 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr is a house located in Los Alamitos, California, 90720.

Accepting Backup Offers: 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr are: Lee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Rossmoor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Los Alamitos Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Oak Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Newcomb K - 8 Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), McAuliffe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Los Alamitos High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Millikan High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Ernest S. Mcbride Sr. High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $14,351 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 4, 2021 for $1,200,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr is 1,736 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr is 1959.

This home is located at 3231 Ruth Elaine Dr in Los Alamitos, CA and zip code 90720 in the Rossmoor neighborhood. This 1,736 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,450,000.

In April 2025 more than 5 listings in Los Alamitos, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 7 were sold below. The number of listings in Los Alamitos, CA decreased by 18.2% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 32 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $1,550,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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