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
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.
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