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$573,166$384 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $25,485 on Feb 6, 2004

121 W RUTH AVE

PHOENIX, AZ 85021
2
Baths
1,491 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$573K
$525K low$622K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,485 · Feb 6, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,355 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$21,123 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$427,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMARICOPA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Refrigerator
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 119 ft²

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Sunnyslope High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Desert View Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Royal Palm Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Washington Elementary District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85021These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,062
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,387 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,816
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,841
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.9 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.86%

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How this home compares

121 W Ruth Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in North Mountain
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in North Mountain
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Maricopa County
  • Older than 98% of homes in North Mountain

What homes are worth in Phoenix 85021

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$154K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Phoenix 85021.

How it measures up in Phoenix 85021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Phoenix 85021.

Estimated value$573,166
CheaperTypical $434,354Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$384
CheaperTypical $287Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,491 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,658 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 121 W Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth MountainPhoenix 85021Maricopa County
Estimated valuepricier than$573,16681% of homes60% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38497% of homes84% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,491 ft²43% of homes40% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac40% of homes37% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than19502% of homes9% of homes3% of homes

About 121 W Ruth Ave

How much is 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ is $573,166 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $524,744 to $621,588. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ last sell?

121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ last sold on Feb 6, 2004 for $25,485, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ?

121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ has 2 bathrooms, 1,491 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ built?

121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ?

121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ is assigned to Sunnyslope High School (high), rated A-; Desert View Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Royal Palm Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Washington Elementary District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ compare to other homes in Phoenix 85021?

Among the 8,771 homes in Phoenix 85021, it is worth more than 60% of them ($573,166 against a typical $434,354), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($384 against a typical $287), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,491 ft² against a typical 1,658 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1950 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Maricopa County, it is worth more than 68% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 121 W Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ was $2,355. The county assessed it at $21,123.

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