Sold86d on marketHistoric · 166 yrs
517 W Buffalo St
Ithaca, NY, 14850 • 14850 • Tompkins County
$342,200
$184/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
1,864Sqft
0.1 acLot
1860Built
Property DNA
Duplex Style
Built 1860 · 166 years of history
Outdoor Living
Balcony · Deck
1-Car Garage
Two or More Spaces
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
86 days on market
Established listing
$184/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Multi Family · Built 1860 · Historic
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.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights bonus office space, off-street parking, and generous formal dining room as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,128/month
Principal & Interest$1,672
Property Tax$342
Insurance$114
Down payment20% ($68,440)
3%50%
Est. 6.17% rate · 30yr fixed · $273,760 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeDuplex, Multi Family
Year Built1860
HeatingGas, Hot Water, Radiant
Parking1 Garage space
Property
Home typeMulti Family
Sub-typeDuplex, Multi Family
StyleDuplex
ConditionResale
Year built1860
Stories2
Systems
HeatingGas, Hot Water, Radiant
RoofAsphalt,Membrane,Rubber
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerConnected, Public / Connected
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingTwo or More Spaces
Garage1 spaces
BasementFull,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood14850
Annual tax$9,839
Parcel5007005965
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Varies
Vinyl
Heating
Gas
Hot Water
Radiant
Accessibility
No Stairs
Exterior Features
Exterior
Awning(s)
Balcony
Deck
Private Yard
See Remarks
Parking
Two or More Spaces
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Balcony
Deck
Lot Features
Rectangular
Rectangular Lot
Residential Lot
Utilities
Sewer Connected
Water Connected
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market86
Est. value$347,100
Est. rent$1,869/mo
Tax rate2.05%
Price/sqft$184
On marketAug 13, 2025
PostedAug 14, 2025
Last sold$342,200
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJan 13, 2026
Tour days6
Views17
Favorites1
How are the schools in Ithaca?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ithaca, NY, 14850
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 13, 2026Sold$342,200$184NYSAMLSs
Dec 29, 2025Pending Sale$350,000$188NYSAMLSs
Aug 19, 2025Contingent$350,000$188NYSAMLSs
Aug 14, 2025Listed For Sale$350,000$188NYSAMLSs
Jan 24, 2014Sold$141,000$76NYSAMLSs
Jan 4, 2012Sold$138,657$74Public Record
Aug 12, 2003Sold$73,000$39Public Record
Oct 23, 1995Sold$50,000$27Public Record
Sold$342,200
Jan 13, 2026•$184/sqft•NYSAMLSs
Pending Sale$350,000
Dec 29, 2025•$188/sqft•NYSAMLSs
Contingent$350,000
Aug 19, 2025•$188/sqft•NYSAMLSs
Listed For Sale$350,000
Aug 14, 2025•$188/sqft•NYSAMLSs
Sold$141,000
Jan 24, 2014•$76/sqft•NYSAMLSs
Sold$138,657
Jan 4, 2012•$74/sqft•Public Record
Sold$73,000
Aug 12, 2003•$39/sqft•Public Record
Sold$50,000
Oct 23, 1995•$27/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
26 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025—$320,000
Apr 10, 2024—$320,000
Apr 10, 2023—$270,000
Apr 10, 2022—$245,000
Apr 10, 2021—$200,000
Apr 10, 2020—$200,000
Apr 10, 2019—$180,000
Apr 10, 2018—$180,000
Apr 10, 2017$4,676$180,000
Apr 10, 2016—$180,000
Apr 10, 2015—$140,000
Apr 10, 2014—$140,000
Apr 10, 2013—$145,000
Apr 10, 2012—$145,000
Apr 10, 2011—$145,000
Apr 10, 2010—$145,000
Apr 10, 2009—$145,000
Apr 10, 2008—$145,000
Apr 10, 2007—$120,000
Apr 10, 2006—$120,000
Apr 10, 2005—$85,000
Apr 10, 2004—$80,000
Apr 10, 2003—$64,000
Apr 10, 2002—$64,000
Apr 10, 2001—$64,000
Apr 10, 2000—$64,000
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Ithaca, NY • Tompkins County
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Nearby zip codes
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