This stately residence captures the rich history of Ithaca, featuring timeless wooden trim, hardwood floors, and high ceilings, complemented by stunning views of Cayuga Lake from the front porch. Located at 517 S Aurora on Ithaca's desirable South Hill, this property offers convenient access to both Ithaca College and the vibrant downtown Ithaca Commons. With a proven rental history, this home presents an excellent opportunity for those interested in entering the rental market, while also serving as an impressive and spacious single-family residence.
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$405,000
517 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850
6beds
2,457sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
5,174 Square Feet Lot
$412,600 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$3,612 Estimated rent
Home value
$412,600
$347,000 - $491,000
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Listed by:
KiRa Fritzky-Randolph 607-218-7902,
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Bought with:
Colleen Dobbins Cowan, 10301220975
Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1577567
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric, Gas, Baseboard, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Features
- Attic, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Separate/Formal Living Room, Natural Woodwork, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,457
- Total interior livable area: 2,457 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Open, Porch
- Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway
Lot
- Size: 5,174 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 103
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 50070009200000060090000000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ithaca
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $165/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $365,000
- Annual tax amount: $11,715
- Date on market: 11/14/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Other,See Remarks
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2025 | Listing removed | $4,170$2/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Sold | $405,000-2.9%$165/sqft |
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| 1/31/2025 | Price change | $4,170-4.1%$2/sqft |
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| 12/9/2024 | Pending sale | $417,000$170/sqft |
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| 11/19/2024 | Contingent | $417,000$170/sqft |
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| 11/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $417,000+152.7%$170/sqft |
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| 10/10/2024 | Price change | $4,350-6.5%$2/sqft |
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| 8/21/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,650+6.9%$2/sqft |
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| 10/31/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/18/2023 | Price change | $4,350-9.4%$2/sqft |
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| 9/13/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,800+10.3%$2/sqft |
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| 11/10/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/7/2022 | Price change | $4,350-2.7%$2/sqft |
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| 10/24/2022 | Listed for rent | $4,470$2/sqft |
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| 10/6/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/1/2022 | Listed for rent | $4,470$2/sqft |
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| 1/18/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/5/2021 | Listed for rent | $4,470$2/sqft |
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| 10/17/2005 | Sold | $165,000$67/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $365,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $365,000 +4% |
| 2023 | -- | $351,000 +8% |
| 2022 | -- | $325,000 +8.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $300,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $300,000 +9.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $275,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $275,000 +17% |
| 2017 | $6,902 | $235,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $235,000 +20.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $195,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $195,000 +31.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $148,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $148,000 +13.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $130,000 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $125,000 +4.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $120,000 +16.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $103,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $103,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $103,000 |
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Neighborhood: 14850
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10South Hill SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Boynton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10Ithaca Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South Hill
- Middle: Boynton Middle
- High: Ithaca Senior High
- District: Ithaca
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- New York
- Tompkins County
- Ithaca
- 14850
- 517 S Aurora St
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