Ruhenstroth Homes for Sale

Ruhenstroth is an established, family friendly community about 5 miles south of Gardnerville. The neighborhood is characterized by large lots, mostly over an acre, with a rural feel that is ideal for people who value a peaceful and private way of live. Ruhenstroth residents enjoy easy access to BLM land, as well as space for barns, horses, fenced in pastures, spacious gardens, and more.

The community is quite large, with about 1,300 people calling Ruhenstroth home. Development began in Ruhenstroth with the first home built in 1910, but the majority of the homes in the area were built in the 1970s and 1980s. There are a few subdivisions in the community, as well as many homes that are independently built between subdivisions.

Things to Do near Ruhenstroth

While Ruhenstroth offers a rural feel, it is still easy to access conveniences and amenities in South Gardnerville and the surrounding area. Just a few minutes away you will find Walmart, as well as medical facilities and a volunteer fire department.

The Douglas County Fairgrounds are just outside Ruhenstroth, hosting fun events like rodeos, demolition derbies, and more throughout the year. Wa She Shu Casino is also nearby, always ready to welcome you for a fun night out, with over 130 games and a delicious restaurant.

Stop by Chrissi's Farmhouse Bakery for amazing homemade baked goods. Local owner Chrissi left the tech industry after 25 years to pursue her passion, producing sourdough breads and a variety of baked treats that residents love to bring home.

Golfers living in Ruhenstroth will enjoy being just a short jaunt from Carson Valley Golf Course. The beautiful course is affordable and open to the public, featuring a casual, laid back atmosphere.

Learn about one of the major conservation efforts in the area at Lahontan National Fish Hatchery in Ruhenstroth. Stop by for an educational tour of the facility, where visitors learn all about the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's efforts to protect and restore threatened Lahontan cutthroat trout populations in the Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Pyramid and Walker Lake Basins of Nevada and Eastern Sierra's. Anglers of all ages will love learning about the conservation efforts at the hatchery.

Schools near Ruhenstroth

Gardnerville is know for its excellent public schools in Douglas County School District. Students in Ruhenstroth attend Gene Scarselli Elementary School, Pau Wa Lu Middle School, and Douglas County High School.

Ruhenstroth Real Estate

Homes in Ruhenstroth are diverse, built mostly in the 1970s and 1980s. The oldest home in Ruhenstroth was built in 1910, and some have been built as recently as the mid 2010s. A handful of subdivisions in Ruhenstroth have their own distinct aesthetic, while much of the community is made up of independent, custom homes. You will find lots of at least 1 acre in Ruhenstroth, with many homes set on large acreage. This is an ideal community for those who want to own horse property or have their own homestead. You will not find any apartments, condos, or townhomes in Ruhenstroth, but if you are looking for a single family home with plenty of space, this might be the perfect place for you near Gardnerville.

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