$8,301

closing credit¹

5230 Ruthelen St Los Angeles, CA 90062

$699,000
2 beds
1 full
960 sqft
0.1 acres
$728 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5230 Ruthelen St

This incredibly sweet 2 bedroom 1 bathroom cottage bungalow sits along a palm tree lined street in Chesterfield Square. A colorful and bright living room/dining room has the feel of an open concept with a pass through to the kitchen. There are two bedrooms with newly refinished hardwood floors and a charming vintage bathroom. New Roof (2024). New windows were installed throughout (2018). The deep 6030 sf lot is a fully fenced oasis with mature trees, drought tolerant landscaping, hardscaping, and plenty of room for even more possibilities-playtime for children and pets, outdoor dinners, or vegetable gardens. Garage was converted into a work space with a separate storage space for all your garden tools and needs. Commanding wood carport and long driveway that will accommodate many cars. Washer/Dryer, refrigerator, and stove included. Easy access to the Metro and freeways. Close to several vibrant communities and businesses such as beautiful Leimert Park Village, Harun Coffee, All Chill Ice Cream, Hilltop Coffee, John and Vinny's, Simply Wholesome, Jerusalem Chicken, as well as a short drive from the abundance of restaurants in West Adams such as Alta, Vicky's All Day, Mizlala, Highly Likely, South LA Cafe, and more. At the center of this beloved community is access to Kenneth Hahn State Recreational Area, Park to Playa Trail and Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. Great starter home with room for expansion.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingWall Furnace
StatusActive
Size960 sqft
Lot size0.1385 Acres
Year built1921
ParkingDriveway
MLS #25483207
FireplaceLiving Room

Summary

  • MLS Number: 25483207
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (323) 593-6999
  • Listing Agent: Erin Keegan

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 09, 2020
Home Sold
$602,500
May 26, 2016
Home Sold
$351,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2021$602,500$7,312
2020$379,930$4,522
2019$372,482$4,463
2018$365,180$4,367
2017$358,020$4,367

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Western Avenue Elementary

Public Magnet KG-5

0.3 mi

1724 W 53rd St

3

Angeles Mesa Elementary

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

2611 W 52nd St

3

59th Street Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

5939 2nd Ave

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 $24,038. The most common annual income of people living in Los Angeles, CA is less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

62%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5230 Ruthelen St

This home is located at 5230 Ruthelen St in Los Angeles, CA and zip code 90062 in the South LA neighborhood. This 960 square foot home, which was built in 1921, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $699,000.

In December 2024, from all listings sold in Los Angeles, CA there were more than 524 sold above asking price, over 740 sold below and more than 203 were sold right at the asked price. In December 2024 in Los Angeles, CA there were 5.3% less homes for sale than in November. Listings spent 41 days on the market in December 2024, and had a median list price of $1,026,634 during the same period.

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

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