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3231 Ruth Elaine Drive sold on July 21, 2025 for $1,400,000. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Jul 21, 2025

3231 Ruth Elaine Drive, Los Alamitos, CA 90720

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,736 sq ft
  • 7,700 sq ft lot
  • Built 1959

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$1,400,000

MLS# PW25118208

The home

About 3231 Ruth Elaine Drive

PRICE REDUCTION.. Do not delay. This may be your final opportunity!!! Welcome to 3231 Ruth Elaine Drive, where modern charm meets classic comfort in the heart of Los Alamitos. This delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence is a treasure trove of upgrades and amenities, perfect for those seeking a serene yet stylish home life. The natural light floods the home with its magnificent ceiling height and southern exposure large windows.

Step inside to find 1,736 square feet of living space, enhanced by a new HVAC system and a brand new bathroom that's sure to impress. Enjoy the convenience of having a massive open concept kitchen thats the heart of the home, plus the cool comfort of air conditioning for those sunny California days. And yes, parking is included because we know that's a big deal!

The 7,700 square foot lot boasts private outdoor space perfect for entertaining or simply soaking up the sun. Imagine unwinding in your lush backyard oasis or taking a leisurely stroll to the amazing local parks nearby.

Whether it's the award winning schools, the easy access to freeways, or the ample parks and shops that surround this great neighborhood. Ruth Elaine is certainly the place to call home.

With upgraded electrical systems and a new water heater, this home keeps your lifestyle efficient and worry-free. Perfectly positioned in a friendly community teeming with local charm and flair, you'll love being part of the Rossmoor/Los Alamitos scene.

Property details for 3231 Ruth Elaine Drive

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Los Alamitos in Orange County. It has 1,736 square feet of living space on a 7,700-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1959. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 086-531-03. Highlights include city lights views, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, central air, and an updated home.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
PW25118208
Year Built
1959
Living Area (sq ft)
1,736
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
7,700
Lot Size (acres)
0.1768
Levels
One
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
7
View
City Lights
Parcel Number
08653103
On Market Date
2025-05-30
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
Appliances
Built In Range
Flooring
Carpet, Stone, Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Den, Wood Burning
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Ranch, Traditional
Roof
Asphalt, See Remarks
Construction
Drywall, Concrete, Plaster
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Patio and Porch
Concrete, Open, Patio
Parking
Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front
Fencing
Wrought Iron
Pool Features
None
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Sewer Connected, See Remarks, Water Connected
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Faces
South
Units
1

Community Features

Community Features
Dog Park, Park, Sidewalks
Security
Security System, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 3231 Ruth Elaine Drive

DateEventPriceNote
Jul 21, 2025 Sold $1,400,000
Jun 25, 2025 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Jun 12, 2025 Price reduced $1,425,000 From $1,450,000
May 30, 2025 Status changed to Active From Coming Soon
May 30, 2025 Listed for sale $1,450,000
Nov 4, 2021 Sold $1,200,000 Team Chamberlain Realty Exe.

Added by Realatrends Real Estate

Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 3231 Ruth Elaine Drive

We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.

Hazard zones

Flood zone

Zone X. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.

FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0112J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.

Fire hazard severity zone

Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.

CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.

Earthquake fault zone

Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.

California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones map, Los Alamitos quadrangle, released July 1, 1986. Checked October 15, 2026.

Liquefaction zone

Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.

California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Los Alamitos quadrangle, released March 25, 1999. Checked October 15, 2026.

Landslide zone

Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.

California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Los Alamitos quadrangle. Checked October 15, 2026.

Internet and charging

Fixed internet

Fiber: Frontier, up to 7,000 Mbps, at 73 of 73 residential locations in this census block. Fiber: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 1 of 73. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 73 of 73.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060591100061003, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 0.1 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 196 public charging ports within 3 miles.

U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.

These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).

Official maps

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The neighborhood

Los Alamitos home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
63
Median price
$1,550,000
Median days on market
13
Median per sq ft
$749

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 28, 2025 to Oct 28, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Recent Los Alamitos sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
12341 Glacier Oct 23, 2026 $1,250,000 1,902 $657 93
2681 Channing Way Oct 21, 2026 $1,670,000 1,609 $1,038 35
11591 Martha Ann Oct 19, 2026 $1,255,000 1,447 $867 6
10292 Humbolt Street Oct 16, 2026 $1,393,000 2,603 $535 65
11131 Kensington Oct 12, 2026 $1,500,000 2,225 $674 0

Schools

Schools for 3231 Ruth Elaine Drive

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

Middle
Oak
High
Los Alamitos
District
Los Alamitos Unified

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Listed by David Steinberg of Compass

Listing information updated Jul 22, 2025 at 1:42 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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