159 Nelson Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
OFF MARKET

159 Nelson Rd
Ithaca, NY 14850

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,791 sqft (on 1.08 acres)

$351,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,417/mo*
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$351,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,417/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,791 sqft
(on 1.08 acres)

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Description

This immaculate three bedroom tri-level home is convenient to Ithaca College, Cayuga Medical Center, Cornell, and downtown Ithaca. In addition to the spacious three bedrooms and two full baths, there's a finished lower level with its own kitchenette, additional full bath and bonus room. The two-car garage provides plenty of room for a workshop and laundry. The wraparound porch overlooks a level yard, with gardening shed and a large outbuilding. This home is neat as a pin; all play and no work!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 159 Nelson Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, OtherHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split level

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: VinylGardenPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport, Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.08 acres

Price History for 159 Nelson Rd

DatePriceEventSource
08/01/2019$227,000Sold
NYSAMLSs #IB316703
05/26/2019$244,000PendingAgent Provided
04/25/2019$244,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/12/2015$185,000Sold
NYSAMLSs #IB301988
09/01/2015$187,900PendingAgent Provided
05/11/2015$187,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/07/2012$179,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/06/2012$179,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/01/2011$169,900Sold
N/A
01/16/2011$169,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/02/2010$174,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/03/2010$178,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/09/2009$189,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/25/2009$197,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Ithaca

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$421K
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$230
Available listings
131
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$285,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$2,555/mo
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Comparable Sales for 159 Nelson Rd

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
181 Nelson Rd, Ithaca, NY
0.05
Single-Family Home
$400,000
02/13/26
3
2
1,890
365 Troy Rd, Ithaca, NY
0.49
Single-Family Home
$405,000
03/13/26
4
2
1,404
203 Buttermilk Ln, Ithaca, NY
0.83
Single-Family Home
$620,000
06/27/25
3
2.5
2,341
285 Ridgecrest Rd, Ithaca, NY
0.10
Single-Family Home
$28,000
06/10/25
2
1
868
112 Compton Rd, Ithaca, NY
0.94
Single-Family Home
$365,000
07/11/25
3
1
1,884
902 Coddington Rd, Ithaca, NY
1.37
Single-Family Home
$266,000
08/11/25
3
2
1,272
166 Troy Rd, Ithaca, NY
1.14
Single-Family Home
$275,000
07/01/25
3
2.5
1,658
130 Fieldstone Cir, Ithaca, NY
0.95
Single-Family Home
$490,000
09/02/25
3
2.5
2,436
12 Chase Ln, Ithaca, NY
0.98
Single-Family Home
$711,425
03/03/26
4
3
3,142
6 Lagrand Ct, Ithaca, NY
0.94
Single-Family Home
$640,000
08/15/25
3
2.5
3,426

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What Locals Say about Ithaca

At least 179 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there's wildlife

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 39 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "Meeting neighbors for fireplace socializing and watching everyone’s pets is great. The view of July 4th is lovely"
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    "Lots of inebriated college students driving short distances around the neighborhoods when they shouldn’t be and overly intoxicated walking by houses shouting/ overly rowdy at all times of the night & early morning."
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog friendly and family friendly. Close to Northeast Elementary and Dewitt Middle school - I used to walk to school as a kid growing up there. Safe"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of college students partying (loud music, public drinking/intoxication, recreational drug use, etc..)."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have been living in Cayuga heights for 4 years, love it absolutely. Feel sad to leave such a quiet and beautiful place."
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  • Samara G.
    "They would like the dog park mostly the skateboard park and the only thing they wouldn’t like is some landlords expect dog deposits and some don’t allow dogs, whether working dog or not."
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  • Vanessa H. B.
    "I walk to my office, which is around the corner from where I live. I love it! There is public transport, which I would feel good about using if I moved. "
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  • Tristan H.
    "Public transportation is readily available and accessible by all who live in Cayuga Heights. TCAT busses run very often and go in all directions."
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  • Lj279
    "It is hard to live here and depend on public transportation. You must have a car for groceries and emergencies. There is no biking path or good side walks. "
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  • Mnichols
    "I have lived on south hill for 25 years in 2 different homes. It is close to downtown and state park, I can walk to ithaca college and buttermilk falls park in 10 min each."
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  • Kurtwright
    "Close to CORNELL campus......walkable Close to Ithaca Commons.....walkable Well maintained historic houses"
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  • Trulia User
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time. The local park is a great asset of the neighborhood. "
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  • Joshua P.
    "Views, street lights and nature trail. Traffic can get a bit fast, but the road is safe. New bike paths across the bridge are interesting "
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  • Paul
    "It is a very easy commute to downtown. Slightly more to the colleges. I consider commutes under 15 minutes to be easy though. I know Ithacans complain about traffic at the “octopus”, but that’s only because most of them have never seen traffic."
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  • David W.
    "Amazing location! I walk 10 blocks to work. Gimme Coffee is on the way. Historic Northside Triangle is the place to be!"
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  • Dani932
    "The apartments aren't upgraded for the amount you pay on a one-bedroom. The area is quiet and l haven't had any issues living here."
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  • Ronald B.
    "Semi-rural atmosphere. Lots of walking paths and hiking trails in the area. Our area of Dryden is in the Ithaca School District, whisky is very good."
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  • Trulia User
    "Beautiful, nice view. The community is looking forward to sidewalks that will help the area become more navigating. The community is nice but not as inviting as some may like."
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  • Latoya Peterson
    "Landlords don’t except Section 8 assistants. Good luck getting your security deposit back!?! Slum lords own most property here unfortunately."
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  • Trulia User
    "Access to public transportation a plus. They need to work on installing shoulders on west king road. Commuting is easy"
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  • Paul
    "I've lived in the area for 13 years. I've lived in Northeast Ithaca specifically for 5 years. Northeast Ithaca is very competitive as far as buying a home. The people are great and Northeast Elementary including the Ithaca City School District is beyond amazing. Northeast Ithaca is close to Cornell University. There are many reasons why homes in in Northeast Ithaca are in high demand."
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  • Littlespoon1970
    "I have lived here for three years and I feel safe in this neighborhood. People are friendly and it’s in walking distance to the commons and my work at Ithaca High School."
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  • Dsevey
    "My commute is within 15 minutes and traffic is never an issue. I would like to see more public transportation options. "
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  • LexiH
    "This place is pretty quiet, it’s a really nice neighborhood very safe and it’s close to the airport and many trails to walk so you can Birdwatch very beautiful during the summer and spring."
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  • Ithacadale169
    "the area I live in is quiet and full of nature with a creek and trails to walk. there are a few loud dogs but they are usually quiet"
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  • Paul
    "We have neighborhood holiday parties and always run into many familiar faces at community events. Ithaca is a safe small town with great restaurants and attractions."
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  • Joann.reinhardt
    "Community that gives to family & children of many activities. Dryden offers healthy activities for all ages. Library is an investment for the community. "
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  • Joann.reinhardt
    "Great community for young families as well as the retired couples. The city and colleges offer many free entertainment to all of the residents. Many grocery stores and restaurants and retail stores to shop. Unique shops on the main common area in the middle of the city. There is so many outdoor lights activities for all ages in the Finger Lakes area. "
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  • Tim T.
    "There are two parks in a three block area. Level walking throughout the neighborhood. It would be nice however for the city to make the parks more dog friendly and put up waste containers for doggy poop bags. "
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  • Theguru1992
    "ithaca is a collage towns with many store fronts an bars stores are simple walk down the hill. great place to live or rent with family or going to college"
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  • Kristin c.
    "Like: many dog owners and they are friendly Not like: no sidewalks on roads where cars drive very fast"
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  • Mmogelonsky
    "Lots of dogs everywhere and great walking paths...not a lot of sidewalks but drivers are careful. A bit of a drive to the dog park downtown but there are some open areas nearby "
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159 Nelson Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,791 sqft single-family home built in 1990. This property is not currently available for sale. 159 Nelson Rd was last sold on Aug 1, 2019 for $227,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 159 Nelson Rd is $351,600.