Downtown Ithaca Duplex – Fully Rented or Ideal for Owner-Occupant
Fantastic opportunity in the heart of Ithaca! This fully rented duplex sits on a spacious city lot with off-street parking and charming hardwood floors. A great choice for an investor now, with the flexibility to live in one unit in the future.
The main-level apartment offers a freshly painted 2-bedroom layout, featuring one large bedroom, a second bedroom or office, a bright eat-in kitchen, and a comfortable living area.
The upstairs apartment also has 2 bedrooms, a generous formal dining room, a welcoming living room, and a bonus office space—perfect for working from home or creative pursuits.
The barn offers space for storage, parking a vehicle, or hobbies.
Located just steps from Washington Park, Gimme Coffee, GreenStar Food Co-op, and downtown’s vibrant restaurants and bars, this property blends convenience, charm, and steady rental income in one of Ithaca’s most desirable neighborhoods.
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$342,200
517 W Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY 14850
4beds
1,864sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1860
-- sqft lot
$349,000 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$1,843 Estimated rent
Home value
$349,000
$314,000 - $384,000
$1,843/mo
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Bonus office spaceOff-street parkingGenerous formal dining roomSpacious city lotBright eat-in kitchenCharming hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Melissa B Shames 607-227-5323,
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Bought with:
Chi Wah Tillberg, 10401392255
Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1629693
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Hot Water, Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,864
- Total interior livable area: 1,864 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Two or More Spaces
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Deck
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Deck, Private Yard, See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Dimensions: 33 x 132
- Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 50070005900000060050000000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Membrane,Rubber
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Fuses
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ithaca
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/13/2026 | Sold | $342,200-2.2%$184/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Pending sale | $350,000$188/sqft |
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| 8/19/2025 | Contingent | $350,000$188/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $350,000+148.2%$188/sqft |
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| 1/24/2014 | Sold | $141,000+1.7%$76/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #IB139843 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2012 | Sold | $138,657+89.9%$74/sqft |
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| 8/12/2003 | Sold | $73,000+46%$39/sqft |
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| 10/23/1995 | Sold | $50,000$27/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $320,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $320,000 +18.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $270,000 +10.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $245,000 +22.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $200,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $200,000 +11.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $180,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $180,000 |
| 2017 | $4,676 | $180,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $180,000 +28.6% |
| 2015 | -- | $140,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $140,000 -3.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $145,000 +20.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $120,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $120,000 +41.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $85,000 +6.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $80,000 +25% |
| 2003 | -- | $64,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $64,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $64,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $64,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 14850
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Beverly J Martin Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Boynton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Ithaca Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Beverly J Martin Elementary
- 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 W Buffalo St
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