benny.estate
For SaleMLS # R1633786383 days on market

214 Delaware Avenue

Ithaca, NY 14850 · Tompkins County

Price

$495,000

Bed / Bath

6 bd · 1.5 ba

Interior

2,044 sqft

Lot

5,780 sqft lot

Built

1980

About this home

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.

Interior features

  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Furnished
  • Separate Formal Living Room
  • Living Dining Room

Exterior features

  • Blacktop Driveway

Appliances

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Refrigerator

Mechanical

Heating

Gas, Hot Water

Schools

District

Ithaca

Elementary

Belle Sherman

Tax & finance

Annual taxes

$11,039

Financing

Cash · Conventional · FHA · UsdaLoan · VaLoan

Location

Ithaca, NY 14850 · Tompkins County

MLS Attribution

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna S Tier Inc. Listing agent: Kyle Steele. Data last updated 9/15/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.