402 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850
SOLD
MAY 22, 2026

$431,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,140 sqft

402 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850

Est. Refi. Payment $2,979/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 22, 2026 for $430,000 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$431K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$43K (-9.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$2K (+0.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +64% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$432K
July 2026$430K
June 2026$430K
May 2026$427K
April 2026$427K
March 2026$427K
February 2026$429K
January 2026$444K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
121 Cleveland Ave, Ithaca, NY
0.08
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4
2
2,082
414 W Seneca St, Ithaca, NY
0.27
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$425,000
07/30/26
4
2
2,052
517 W Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY
0.34
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$342,200
01/13/26
4
2
1,864
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0.27
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$389,000
01/06/26
4
2
2,190
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$505,000
03/04/26
5
4
3,080
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0.48
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$350,000
03/03/26
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2,240
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0.31
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$370,000
07/07/26
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2
1,778
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0.42
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$255,000
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$488,800
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4
2
1,931

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
312 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.04
$168,600
3
2
2,353
Off Market
311 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.04
$375,000
3
1.5
1,826
For Sale
309 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.05
$323,000
3
1.5
1,429
For Sale
413 W Clinton St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.04
$400,000
4
1.5
1,422
Recently Sold
409 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.03
$261,800
3
1
1,174
Off Market
136 Fayette St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.07
$399,100
6
2
1,716
Off Market
213 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.10
$335,500
3
2
1,497
Off Market
121 Cleveland Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.08
$313,650
4
2
2,082
Recently Sold
532 W Clinton St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.08
$342,500
5
2
1,780
Off Market
130 Cleveland Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.10
$291,100
4
2
1,741
Off Market
137 Fayette St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.09
$650,000
3
2
1,792
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 402 S Plain St.
  • Schools7 Preschool Schools8 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1900
Living Area
2,140 sqft
Price/Sqft
$201/sqft

About this House

Located in one of Ithaca’s lovely downtown neighborhoods, this renovated two-unit home offers convenience, efficiency, comfort, and a lot of charm. With over 2100 sq ft of living space, the property consists of a 4 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom main house with an accessory 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment. The home was gutted to the studs and fully renovated by Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services in 2004. The house is beautifully maintained and has plenty of room for all your needs. There is a sweet front porch and fenced in yard for your outdoor enjoyment. The two-story accessory apartment was updated in 2015.

The 2004 renovation included: new roofs; removal of all interior leaded surfaces except for the front door jams; basement foundation work for new bearing points; framing to level floors from foyer through to kitchen; all ceilings leveled; new interior stair; new first floor half bath; new hot water baseboard heat system with integral hot water; new plumbing; new electrical; new flooring except upstairs hall and two bedrooms (where hardwood floors exist); all new fixtures, cabinets, appliances (all updated more recently), doors, and windows. On the exterior, the front porch was re-supported and part of the roof reframed; side porches rebuilt; and some siding replaced.

• Bamboo floors throughout most of the main floor
• Ceramic tile floors in the kitchen
• All new stainless appliances in both units
• Formal dining room and bar height seating in kitchen
• Flex space on first floor
• Original white oak floors in two bedrooms
• New Maytag washer and dryer in main unit
• Samsung washer and dryer in accessory apartment

• Fully fenced yard
• Exterior paint in 2021
• All new plumbing to the street in 2004
• Heat system is a hot surface ignition induced drafter boiler with four heating zones and a fifth zone for the sidearm water heater
• Certainteed brand vinyl replacement windows which tilt in for cleaning
• Seamless gutters and downspouts installed in 2004
• Parking area can park two cars wide as well as two cars deep
402 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY 14850 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,140 sqft multi-family built in 1900. It last sold for $430,000 on May 22, 2026 (2% below the $439,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $431,200, with a rent estimate of $2,027/month.
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Steven Schapiro
CSP Management
Bought with: Elizabeth Thompson, (484) 433-7996, Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Source: NYSAMLSs, MLS#R1661814

Home Details for 402 S Plain St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2140 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Gas Water HeaterLaundry: Washer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas,Zoned,Baseboard,Hot WaterAir Conditioning: ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Leaded GlassFlooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Other, See Remarks, Tile, Varies
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Other, See Remarks, Tile, Varies

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, PorchFencing: FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: Poured, Stone
Parking & Garage
Parking: Gravel,Two or More Spaces
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Connected

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 19

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Duplex, Multi FamilyStructure Type: DuplexArchitecture: Duplex
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
Property Information
Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 80.38

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $439,000Price Per Sqft: $201/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Mar 03 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Subject To Tenant Rights

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ithaca City
School Information
Elementary School: Belle ShermanElementary School District: IthacaJr High / Middle School: Boynton MiddleJr High / Middle School District: IthacaHigh School: Ithaca Senior HighHigh School District: Ithaca

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2140 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 2

HOA

Association for this Listing: Ithaca Board of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791.6 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, WaterOwner Pays: Gas, Heat, Hot Water, Water

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: R1661814Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttic: Pull Down StairsAttribution Contact: steven@cspmanagement.comUniversal Property Id: US-36109-N-8038-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 22, 2026
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1661814
Sold
$430,000
Mar 3, 2026
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1661814
Pending
$439,000
Feb 12, 2026
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1661814
Listed For Sale
$439,000
Nov 2, 2015
Source: NYSAMLSs #IB303405
Sold
$265,000
Sep 1, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$249,000

Market trends in Ithaca

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$406K
$17.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
1.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$228
$6MoM
Available listings
145
2MoM

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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

  • 76 % 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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 402 S Plain St

  • What is 402 S Plain St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 402 S Plain St in Ithaca, NY is $431,200.
  • What is the price history for 402 S Plain St?
    402 S Plain St in Ithaca, NY last sold for $430,000 in May 2026.
  • Is Ithaca a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ithaca is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ithaca?
    The median sale price in Ithaca is $406K. That is up $17.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 402 S Plain St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 402 S Plain St in Ithaca, NY has laundry facilities.
  • Does 402 S Plain St have parking?
    Yes, 402 S Plain St in Ithaca, NY has on-site parking.

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