Nestled on one of Ithaca’s most unique streets this beautifully renovated gambrel roofed home offers charm, character, and modern updates. Set along the bluffs of Cascadilla Gorge, this picturesque neighborhood, winds its way through charming twists and turns, seamlessly connecting downtown Ithaca with Cornell University. It is lined with stunning Arts and Crafts homes, offering the soothing sounds of Cascadilla Creek and picturesque views of downtown. Inside, this meticulously renovated home features a thoughtfully redesigned floor plan that enhances natural light and westerly views through new Marvin windows. The main level showcases gorgeous 4-inch white oak hardwood floors, while the upper level retains its original softwood flooring. The open-concept kitchen features Dura Supreme cabinetry, White Macaubus natural stone countertops, and premium white Café appliances. A formal dining area, centered around a fireplace with a marble tile hearth, gracefully connects to the kitchen. The main level was taken down to the studs and fully upgraded with closed-cell spray foam insulation and fresh sheetrock. Entire house has been rewired and replumbed. A new whole-house LG heat pump system provides efficient heating and cooling. An original wraparound staircase leads to the upper level, where three bright and airy bedrooms plus a fully renovated bathroom boasting a deep soaking tub with a subway tile surround. Walkout lower level—featuring full-sized windows and plumbing for an additional bathroom—is ready to be finished, offering potential for a family room, home office, or extra living space. Outside, enjoy a delightful yard, classic front porch, stone walls, upper and lower slate patios, and a garage plus expansion potential for additional parking. With over $275K in endless renovations, this stunning home is move-in ready. The sellers' plans have changed, offering a rare opportunity for a new owner to enjoy these untouched improvements. Just steps to campus, gorge and downtown from this unique city of Ithaca home.

Located on the edge of Ithaca, this stunning multi-story home offers 360 degrees of scenic privacy while remaining conveniently close to Cayuga Lake, schools, shopping, and the Cornell campus. Thoughtfully designed for all lifestyles, the home features spacious, light-filled interiors with hardwood floors, walls of glass, natural wood trim, a gas fireplace, and custom built-ins. The main level opens to an expansive 16' x 36' composite deck—perfectly suited for a hot tub and ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation—with serene views of the surrounding woods, rambling creek, and natural setting. The stylish kitchen includes granite countertops, a random-pattern tile backsplash, solid natural wood cabinetry, a cozy sitting nook, and yard views, while a main-level laundry room and half bath add to the home's everyday functionality. A staggered upper level offers three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, multiple closets, a Palladian window, skylight, and a luxurious ensuite bath with solid surface vanity, marble, and tile finishes. Two additional bedrooms, also with vaulted ceilings and skylights, share a renovated full bath with high-quality finishes. The lower level offers fantastic flex space, currently configured as a one-bedroom apartment with full-sized windows, a gas heating stove, custom built-ins, and a private entrance—perfect for use as a guest suite, in-law quarters, plus a family room. Every level is equipped with efficient mini-split heat pumps for year-round heating and cooling. Additional features include a long paved driveway with a gated entrance, a two-car garage, attic storage, ample closets, an attached storage shed, underground utilities, municipal water, and natural gas. Whether you're enjoying a morning coffee on the front patio, soaking in the peaceful sounds of the creek, or strolling through the wooded grounds, this property offers a private, picturesque retreat to come home to after the daily hustle and bustle.

Magical cedar-sided multi level nestled in the desirable Ellis Highlands neighborhood, just minutes from Ithaca and Cornell. This spacious four-bedroom home offers exceptional natural light, versatile living areas, and thoughtful updates throughout—designed to suit a variety of lifestyles. Enter through a tiled vestibule with pocket door into a series of beautifully connected spaces. A stunning two-year-old custom kitchen features Corian countertops, a breakfast bar, subway tile backsplash, and soft white textured cabinetry. The kitchen flows into a bright family room with vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings—perfect for gathering and entertaining. The open-concept dining area is accented by a charming brick wall, while the adjacent expansive living room boasts an elegant white brick fireplace, a wall of cherry built-ins, and abundant natural light. The main level offers excellent flow for everyday living and entertaining. One level up, you’ll find a second entrance, mudroom, and a versatile 20x22 bonus room—currently a gym, but easily adaptable for work, play, or flex space. A short flight of stairs leads to three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with hardwood floors, a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, glass block accents, and a luxurious two-year-old bath featuring a tiled shower, soaking tub, dual marble vanity, and ceramic flooring. The upper level includes vaulted ceilings, skylights, a fully renovated bath with tiled shower and dual solid-surface vanity, plus a fourth bedroom—ideal for guests—and a large office. Outdoor living is just as inviting. Enjoy a warming fire on the stone patio with its curved accent wall or soak up the sun on the front brick patio. Lush landscaping, expansive lawns, a wooded backyard, and brick walkways enhance the serene setting. Additional features include a two-car garage wired for EV charging, upper-level storage, solar panels for hot water, and a brand-new boiler for efficient heating. A truly special Ellis Hollow property that combines space and style in a peaceful, neighborhood location.

Nestled in the heart of Fall Creek, this classic late 19th-century City of Ithaca home offers three stories of versatile living space, beautifully combining original character with thoughtful modern updates. Step into the oversized entry foyer and be welcomed by rich natural woodwork, ornate columns, wide trim, French doors, and a stunning wrap-around staircase with a decorative soffit. The double parlor, separated by six-panel pocket doors, provides both a cozy living room and a family room with a charming bay window, while detailed original trim adds elegance between the family and dining rooms. A sun-drenched, south-facing bay window brightens the spacious dining area, featuring ceramic tile and bead board ceilings. At the heart of the home, the renovated kitchen shines with granite countertops, a center island breakfast bar, farmhouse sink, natural wood ceiling, and classic white cabinetry—perfect for entertaining. A renovated full bath with natural wood ceiling completes the main floor. Upstairs are four well-sized bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, updated windows, ceiling fans, and another full bath with a double-sink vanity. Hidden behind a built-in bookcase, you will find stairs to the finished third floor offering an additional 380 square feet of flexible space. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Fall Creek from the sweeping covered front porch, or relax on the west-facing rear porch at sunset. Surrounded by lovely landscaped beds, this centrally located home is just minutes from Fall Creek Elementary, Ithaca Falls, parks, downtown bus stops, and bike lanes. Open house Saturday 4/12, 12-1:30 PM. Offers reviewed 4/14.

Perched on 1.5 acres in desirable Lansing, this hillside ranch-style home offers breathtaking views of Cayuga Lake, Taughannock Falls State Park, and unforgettable Finger Lakes sunsets. Designed to maximize natural light and panoramic scenery, the home features walls of glass that seamlessly blend the outdoors with the interior. The well-appointed kitchen includes Corian countertops, a stylish earth-tone tile backsplash, generous oak cabinetry, and sliding doors leading to a private deck perfect for taking in the morning sounds or evening sunsets over the lake. A formal dining room opens to a spacious living room with gleaming hardwood floors and a classic stone wood-burning fireplace. The main level includes three generously sized bedrooms, all with hardwood floors and ample closet space. A full bath, thoughtfully updated with cherry cabinetry and a granite vanity, serves the bedroom wing, while a convenient half bath is located off the kitchen. The lower level adds exceptional versatility, featuring full-sized windows and walk-out access to the expansive yard. A fourth bedroom and a modern full bath offer ideal accommodations for guests, extended family, or a private home office. A large, open, semi-finished space with a brick fireplace presents an opportunity to create a family room, rec room, or additional living area. Outdoors, enjoy a private rear patio, mature landscaping, and plenty of open yard space for gardening, entertaining, or play. Additional features include a two-car garage, formal entry, municipal water, natural gas, high-speed internet, and easy access to schools, shopping, Cornell University, and Cayuga Lake. A rare combination of space, location, and stunning views.

This striking 1911 Craftsman-style home, brimming with character inside and out, sits in Cornell Heights on the edge of Cornell Campus and Cayuga Heights. Its unique chalet-like design blends classic exterior charm with warm interior details, including exposed beam ceilings, rich wood trim, wood floors, French doors, and a cozy gathering nook with built-in seating centered on a fireplace. The family room, currently used as an office, features arched windows overlooking the wooded setting, complemented by beadboard walls and ceilings. A quaint breakfast bump-out with built-in pantry shelving adds to the home’s charm, while the kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, painted cabinets, solid surface counters, open shelving, and a tiled floor. A traditional wrap-around staircase leads to the upper level, where three inviting bedrooms accompany a stylish earth-tone tiled bathroom with a solid surface vanity. Second floor bonus space is a heated, year-round enclosed porch with vaulted beadboard ceilings, painted wood floors, and a west-facing wall of glass offering an ideal office or reading nook. The recently built 24x24 two-car garage includes a walk-up second-floor storage space plus electric and cable connections for versatile use. The manageable yard is perfect for entertaining, pets, or picnics. High efficiency furnace, AC unit, water heater, air purification system and water softening system all installed in 2023. Conveniently located next to a TCAT bus stop and just blocks from campus, Sunset Park, Cayuga Heights Elementary, and scenic overlooks of the city and Fall Creek gorge, this home offers a rare blend of historic charm and modern comfort.

Charming and fully renovated city bungalow blending classic character with modern updates! Thoughtfully restored from the studs 17 years ago, this beautifully maintained home features gleaming hardwood floors, natural wood trim, and spacious rooms filled with natural light from large thermopane windows. The inviting living room centers around a decorative fireplace, while the formal dining room—perfect for entertaining—flows seamlessly into a well-appointed kitchen with ample cabinetry, counter space, and a breakfast bar. The home offers three bedrooms, including a private primary suite addition with its own bath. Relax on the covered front porch with classic columns and a bead board ceiling, soaking in the charm of city living plus a winter glimpse of Cayuga Lake. Additional highlights include a full walkout basement for storage, main level laundry, new exterior and interior paint and off-street parking for multiple vehicles. Ideally located just blocks from the elementary school, playgrounds, open spaces, and the TCAT bus stop, with easy access to downtown and Ithaca College. A rare blend of timeless charm and well-preserved renovations! Move in condition.

Discover breathtaking valley views and expansive living in this nicely maintained ranch-style home, ideally located just outside Ithaca. Offering easy access to Cornell University, downtown Ithaca, and Ithaca College, this property combines convenience with the tranquility of a country setting. Recent updates include windows, roof, and boiler. Step into the large heated mudroom, which doubles as a four-season sitting room — the perfect spot to relax and take in the peaceful countryside, especially on crisp spring evenings. The well-appointed kitchen features classic oak cabinetry, Corian countertops, and updated stainless steel appliances, including a cooktop and a built-in wall oven. The open-concept dining area overlooks the private backyard, creating a seamless flow for entertaining or everyday living. Adjacent to the dining area, the spacious living room offers sunrise-facing windows and features a cozy brick gas fireplace. The main level includes a primary suite with a private bath plus two additional bedrooms and a full bath offering ample space for family or guests. Need more room? The walkout lower level adds an impressive 1,000 square feet of finished space, ideal for a family room, exercise room, recreation area, or studio. A separate office and a utility room provide extra storage and functional workspaces. The oversized 28' x 42' two-car garage offers not only ample parking but also dedicated workshop space and additional storage — perfect for hobbyists or those needing extra room for equipment. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with a covered front porch that captures miles of sweeping valley views and a private yard perfect for gardening, play, or relaxation. Nestled in the Ithaca School District, this home offers the ideal balance of country charm and city convenience — just a short drive from town, yet surrounded by natural beauty.

Versatile opportunity less than 10 minutes from the City of Ithaca—this wonderfully maintained two-story home has been thoroughly rebuilt including new sheetrock, electric, plumbing, insulation, lighting, kitchens, baths, windows, siding, roof, and more. Currently configured as a two-unit property with a one-bedroom upstairs and a two-bedroom downstairs, it can easily be converted back into a spacious three to four-bedroom, two-bath home, with original door framing still in place. The main floor features an eat-in kitchen with rich shaker-style cabinets, tile flooring, and engineered hardwood in the bedrooms and living room, plus a beautifully appointed bath with a granite vanity and ceramic tile. Upstairs offers bright, open rooms, a large bedroom, living room, oak kitchen, and extra storage—the kitchen could be removed to create a primary suite with bath. Each unit has laundry, and the main level includes a carport with storage. Set on a stunning 1.1-acre lot with a sweeping lawn, wooded grove, and ample space for gardens, a play area, pets, chickens, a firepit, or expanded outdoor living. Live on the main floor and rent the upstairs for income, or enjoy it as a single-family home—ideal for long-term living or short-term rental. Split electric, municipal water and sewer, and natural gas complete the package, offering classic Upstate New York charm just minutes from Ithaca.