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17 E Ruth Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85020

2 beds
2 baths
840 sqft
861 sqft lot
$225 per sqft
1985 build
– on site

Step into homeownership or kickstart your investment portfolio with this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in North Central Phoenix — where comfort meets convenience in all the right ways. If you're a first-time buyer, imagine having a place that's all yours — freshly updated with new flooring (2020), modern fixtures, updated vanities, and a sleek kitchen ready for everything from easy weeknight dinners to Sunday morning coffee. The open-concept layout gives you space to relax, work from home, or host your closest friends. Plus, having two full bathrooms is a game-changer — no more sharing when guests come over! For investors, this low-maintenance, ground-level unit is located in a gated community with a community pool, spa, and covered parking — all features that attract quality renters. With proximity to shopping, trendy restaurants, hiking trails, schools, and public transit, this location checks all the boxes for long-term value and rental appeal. The bedrooms are spacious, the natural light is just right, and the in-unit laundry and assigned covered parking make everyday life easier. Whether you're looking to build equity instead of paying rent, or you're searching for a solid rental in a high-demand area this condo is the perfect place to start. Make your move Welcome to your next chapter. Welcome home.

Listing courtesy of ARMLS / Real Broker

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 17, 2025 •

MLS# 6851241 —

The Building

Year Built:

1985
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
Architectural Style:

Contemporary
Builder Name:

Unknown
Roof:

Composition, Built-Up
Stories Total:

4
Basement:

false
Basement:

No
Common Walls:

Two Common Walls, Neighbor Above
Direction Faces:

None

Interior

Interior Features:

9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Full Bth Master Bdrm, High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters
Furnished:

None
Flooring:

Laminate
Laminate Flooring:

true
Fireplaces Total:

None
Fireplace:

false
Fireplace Features:

None

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

840.0
Living Area Units:

None
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Close Of Escrow

Location

Latitude:

33.562611
Longitude:

-112.072647
Cross Street:

Central Avenue and Northern
Near Bus Stop:

true

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Apartment
Possible Use:

None
Parcel Number:

160-51-205
Lot Size Area:

861.0
Lot Size Acres:

0.02
Lot Size SqFt:

861 Sqft
Lot Size Dimensions:

None
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Land Lease:

false
Fencing:

None
Horse:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

403.0
Tax Lot:

103
Tax Map Number:

51.00
Tax Book Number:

160.00
Tax Legal Description:

LOT 103 EL TOVAR CONDOMINIUMS MCR 027806

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2.0
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

None
Half Baths:

None
Partial Baths:

None
Three Quarter Baths:

None
Quarter Baths:

None

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Branded:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling:

true
Central Air:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

City Water

Schools

Elementary School:

Desert View Elementary School
Elementary School District:

Washington Elementary School District
Middle Or Junior School:

Royal Palm Middle School
High School:

Sunnyslope High School
High School District:

Glendale Union High School District

The Community

Subdivision Name:

EL TOVAR CONDOMINIUMS
Senior Community:

No
Community Features:

Gated, Community Spa, Community Pool, Near Bus Stop
Association:

true
Association Amenities:

Management
Association Fee:

$306.36
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Association Fee Includes:

Roof Repair, Insurance, Sewer, Pest Control, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Water, Roof Replacement, Maintenance Exterior
Pool Private:

false
Pool Features:

None
Spa Features:

None
Pets Allowed:

None
Gated Community:

true
Community Spa:

true

Parking

Parking Total:

None
Garage:

No
Carport Spaces:

1.0
Covered Spaces:

1.0
Parking Features:

Assigned, Community Structure, Gated
Assigned Parking:

true
Gated Parking:

true
Open Parking Spaces:

1.0

Explore the Area

My Commute

From

Walk Score®

Provided by WalkScore® Inc.

Bike Score®

Provided by WalkScore® Inc.

Transit Score®

Provided by WalkScore® Inc.

Soundscore™

Provided by HowLoud

Air Pollution Index

Provided by ClearlyEnergy

Utility Costs

$127/mo.

Estimate provided by ClearlyEnergy

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/17/25 Apr 17, 2025	Listed / Active	ARMLS	$189,000	44.3% (10.0% / YR)
11/10/20 Nov 10, 2020		ARMLS	$131,000	77.0% (53.0% / YR)
5/29/19 May 29, 2019		ARMLS	$74,000	23.3% (12.1% / YR)

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This apartment located in North Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ 85020 is currently for sale for $189,000. 17 E Ruth Avenue is a 840 square foot apartment with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 2 days. 17 E Ruth Avenue is in the North Phoenix neighborhood of Phoenix and has a WalkScore® of 77, making it very walkable. This apartment is in the attendance area of Desert View Elementary School, Royal Palm Middle School, and Sunnyslope High School.

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