Address
214 Delaware Avenue, Ithaca City, NY
Price
$ 495,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#R1633786
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyTOMPKINS
  • CityIthaca City
  • AreaIthaca-City
  • Zip14850
  • StyleTwoStory
  • Year Built1980
  • Taxes$ 11039
  • Price$ 495,000
  • Bedrooms6
  • Full Bathrooms1
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage2044
  • Lot Size0.1327 Acres
Data Source:
Greater Rochester AOR (GRAR)
Property Description

Prime Collegetown Investment & Housing Opportunity! Just a few blocks from the heart of Cornell University’s Collegetown, this spacious residence offers an ideal blend of investment potential and practical living. Legal for five unrelated occupants, the home currently features six full bedrooms plus two additional bonus rooms on the third floor—perfect for home offices, study areas, or walk-in closets. Inside, the home retains classic character with hardwood floors throughout the entry, living, and dining rooms, creating warm and inviting shared spaces. A covered front porch provides a welcoming entry and a place to relax outdoors. With 1.5 bathrooms, a full basement with laundry, and abundant living space, the layout is highly functional for student housing or shared living arrangements. A standout feature is the expansive parking lot, rare in Collegetown, with space to accommodate 6–8 vehicles—a tremendous value-add for residents and an additional draw for investors focused on maximizing rental appeal. Whether you’re a Cornell parent seeking secure, long-term housing for your student, or an investor looking for a strong-performing rental in one of Ithaca’s most sought-after locations, this property delivers. Its combination of size, location, and amenities makes it a rare find in today’s market.

Elementary School
Belle Sherman Elementary School
Price History
8/28/2025 Listed $495,000

General Features

Sewer Connected
Heating Gas,HotWater
Utilities CableAvailable,HighSpeedInternetAvailable,SewerConnected,WaterConnected
Possession CloseOfEscrow
Roof Asphalt
Appliances GasOven,GasRange,GasWaterHeater,Refrigerator
Garage Spaces 0.0
Patio/Porch Features Open,Porch
Architectural Style TwoStory
Construction Materials VinylSiding
School District Ithaca
Year Built 1980
Stories Count 3
Township Not Applicable
Property Subtype SingleFamilyResidence
County Tompkins
Property Type Residential
Garage Y/N No
Total Rooms 1
Full Baths 1
Status Active
Directions Delaware close to the intersection of Harvard Pl and Bryant Ave. House on West side of street. Ample parking behind house.
City Ithaca City
Senior Community Y/N No
High School District Ithaca
MLS Area Ithaca-City-500700
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 5779.0
Elementary School Belle Sherman
Year Built Details Existing
Tax Annual Amount 11039.0
Property Condition Resale
Virtual Tour https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=mh765oDFx1B
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District Ithaca
Elementary School District Ithaca
Tax Assessed Value 350000
TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount 0.0

Interior Features

Interior Amenities EatInKitchen,Furnished,SeparateFormalLivingRoom,LivingDiningRoom
Basement Full
Flooring Carpet,Hardwood,Varies,Vinyl
Furnished Y/N Furnished
Total Stories 3
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N No
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features InBasement
Total Bedrooms 6
Main Level Bathrooms 1
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities BlacktopDriveway
Parking Features NoGarage
Lot Features NearPublicTransit,Rectangular,RectangularLot,ResidentialLot
Water Source Connected,Public
Lot Size Area 0.1327
Foundation Details Poured
Building Area Total 2044.0
Lot Dimensions 57X100
Lot Size Acres 0.1327
Waterfront Y/N No
Road Frontage Type CityStreet

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 14850

Price
AVG $530K
$500K
Taxes
AVG $11,403
$11,039
Year Built
AVG 1955
1980
Visits
AVG 12
73
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