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$784,473$526 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

12920 RUTHELEN ST

GARDENA, CA 90249
3
Beds
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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$784K
$735K low$834K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,309 (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.$241,406 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,022
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$121,384
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$236,690

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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOS ANGELES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Purche Avenue ElementaryD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Peary Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Gardena Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Los Angeles Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90249These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.390

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,013
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,648 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,002
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,540
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

12920 Ruthelen St 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 67% of homes in Gardena
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Gardena 90249
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Los Angeles County

What homes are worth in Gardena 90249

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

This home
$389K$1M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Gardena 90249.

How it measures up in Gardena 90249

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gardena 90249.

Estimated value$784,473
CheaperTypical $751,421Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$526
CheaperTypical $556Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,491 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,327 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 12920 Ruthelen St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGardenaGardena 90249Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$784,47367% of homes64% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$52652% of homes38% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,491 ft²57% of homes65% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac34% of homes44% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than195548% of homes64% of homes47% of homes

About 12920 Ruthelen St

How much is 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA is $784,473 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $734,551 to $834,395. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA last sell?

12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA?

12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,491 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA built?

12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA?

12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA is assigned to Purche Avenue Elementary (elementary), rated D+; Peary Middle School (middle), rated D+; Gardena Senior High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Los Angeles Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA compare to other homes in Gardena 90249?

Among the 6,323 homes in Gardena 90249, it is worth more than 64% of them ($784,473 against a typical $751,421), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($526 against a typical $556), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,491 ft² against a typical 1,327 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1955 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 43% 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 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12920 Ruthelen St, Gardena, CA was $3,309. The county assessed it at $241,406.

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