Rudsgrendi was part of Hovin from 1886 until 1 January 1964, when it, together with Gransherad, became a part of Notodden Municipality. At that time, Rudsgrendi had 21 inhabitants.
Rudsgrendi was included in Hovin from 1886 to January 1, 1964, when it merged with Gransherad into Notodden Municipality. During this period, Rudsgrendi had a population of 21 people.