For sale

Price cut: $2.5K (3/11)

$122,500

203 E California Ave, Ruston, LA 71270

2beds

1,088sqft

Est.:

Site Build, Residential

Built in ----

-- sqft lot

$120,400 Zestimate^®

$113/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Thoughtfully refreshed homeRemodeled kitchenNew flooringFresh interior paint

203 East California Ave in Ruston — a thoughtfully refreshed home offering versatility and modern appeal. Previously listed, the owner has since taken the home off the market to complete updates, including new flooring, fresh interior paint, and a remodeled kitchen, creating a move-in-ready space. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, this property offers excellent potential as a primary residence, student housing, or long-term investment. Conveniently located near downtown Ruston and local amenities, this home combines comfort, function, and flexibility. Call Today! this one is worth a look.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Description: Floor: Lam Wood
Level: First
Area: 180

Bedroom

Description: Floor: Lam Wood
Level: First
Area: 165

Kitchen

Description: Floor: Vinyl
Level: First
Area: 150

Heating

Other

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Electric Range

Features

Other
Windows: Single Pane, Other, Some Stay
Basement: Crawl Space
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,280
Total interior livable area: 1,088 sqft

Property

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Porch Covered
Fencing: Other
Waterfront features: None

Lot

Features: Landscaped, Irregular Lot, Other

Details

Parcel number: 5936

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow,Other
Property subtype: Site Build, Residential

Materials

Frame, Brick Veneer
Roof: Asphalt Shingle,Other

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Electric Company: City of Ruston
Gas: Other, Gas Company: Atmos
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public, Electric Company: City of Ruston

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Other

HOA

Has HOA: No
Amenities included: None
Services included: None

Location

Region: Ruston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $113/sqft
Tax assessed value: $59,902
Annual tax amount: $511
Date on market: 1/16/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$120,400

$114,000 - $126,000

$890/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/11/2026	Price change	$122,500-2%$113/sqft
Source: NELAR #217751 Report a problem
1/16/2026	Listed for sale	$125,000$115/sqft
Source: NELAR #217749 Report a problem
1/11/2026	Listing removed	$125,000+58.2%$115/sqft
Source: NELAR #213940 Report a problem
4/30/2025	Listing removed	$79,000$73/sqft
Source: NELAR #213940 Report a problem
4/23/2025	Listed for sale	$79,000$73/sqft
Source: NELAR #213940 Report a problem
4/2/2025	Pending sale	$79,000$73/sqft
Source: NELAR #213940 Report a problem
3/25/2025	Listed for sale	$79,000$73/sqft
Source: NELAR #213940 Report a problem
11/30/2024	Listing removed	$695$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
11/29/2024	Price change	$695-12.6%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
9/19/2024	Price change	$795-11.2%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
7/11/2024	Price change	$895+28.8%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
7/9/2024	Listed for rent	$695$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
9/22/2005	Sold	--
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$511 -15.1%	$5,990 -11.6%
2023	$602 -0.5%	$6,776
2022	$605 +8%	$6,776
2021	$560 +12.1%	$6,776 +12.7%
2020	$500 +2.4%	$6,012
2019	$488 +14.6%	$6,012
2018	$426 -10.6%	$6,012
2017	$476 +0.4%	$6,012
2016	$474 -5.7%	--
2015	$503 -1.5%	$5,855
2013	$511 +4.7%	$5,855 +6.9%
2011	$488	$5,475
2010	$488	$5,475