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Property Description
Tucked away north of Rose Avenue on a coveted corner lot, this beautifully updated Venice bungalow blends timeless charm with effortless California living. The 2-bedroom, 1-bath main house is filled with natural light and character, featuring hardwood floors, inviting living spaces, and thoughtfully curated updates throughout. A charming bonus office nook creates the perfect work-from-home setup and leads out to a private backyard oasis ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying warm coastal evenings. The converted garage offers a versatile bonus space ideal for a studio, gym, or guest retreat. Surrounded by lush landscaping and located just moments from Rose Avenue's beloved cafs, restaurants, boutiques, and the beach, this is Venice living at its best.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 249 Ruth Ave
General
- Price: $1,685,000
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 26833557
- Updated: 6/23/2026
- Added to Site: 52 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Dining Area, Office, Living Room, Garage Apartment
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Area, Outside
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
- Other Features: Shed(s)
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Porch - Front
Parking
- Garage Description: Driveway, Driveway Gate
Location
- Area: Venice
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: North of Rose, West of Lincoln
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central
- Heating Type: Central
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 919
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1941
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0939
- Lot Size: 4092
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 40 x 102
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Zoning: LARD2
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,833.51
- Assessment Year: 1941
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: As Is
- APN: 4240-003-030
Listed by Pardee Properties, Kerry Ann Sullivan
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Schools
Schools serving 249 Ruth Ave
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Broadway Elementary School 1015 Lincoln Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90291 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Mark Twain Middle School and World Languages Magnet 2224 Walgrove Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90066 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
Venice Senior High School 13000 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90066 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 249 Ruth Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/15/2026
Listed
$1,685,000
402.99%
MLS
3/24/2000
Sold
$335,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 249 Ruth Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,347
3%
$514,863
4%
2023
$6,154
5%
$494,872
2%
2022
$5,873
1%
$485,170
2%
2021
$5,798
-1%
$475,658
1%
2020
$5,856
4%
$470,782
2%
2019
$5,626
1%
$461,552
2%
2018
$5,572
2%
$452,503
2%
2017
$5,453
2%
$443,631
2%
2016
$5,330
1%
$434,933
2%
2015
$5,253
—
$428,401
2%
2014
$5,277
—
$420,010
—
2013
$5,272
—
$418,113
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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249 Ruth Ave, Venice, CA 90291 (MLS# 26833557) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 249 Ruth Ave is currently listed for $1,685,000 and was received on May 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 249 Ruth Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Venice? You can browse all Venice real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

