517 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850
OFF MARKET

$407,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,457 sqft

517 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850

Est. Refi. Payment $2,923/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 17, 2025 for $405,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$408K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$4K (-0.9%)
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 +91% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$407K
August 2026$409K
July 2026$406K
June 2026$416K
May 2026$405K
April 2026$400K
March 2026$409K
February 2026$422K
January 2026$424K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
201 Columbia St, Ithaca, NY
0.04
Single-Family Home
$465,000
09/17/26
4
2
2,146
409 S Albany St, Ithaca, NY
0.35
Single-Family Home
$410,000
10/14/25
5
1.5
1,781
115 Ferris Pl, Ithaca, NY
0.35
Single-Family Home
$429,000
08/03/26
4
1.5
1,792
601 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY
0.02
Single-Family Home
$320,000
11/25/25
4
2
1,512
148 Crescent Pl, Ithaca, NY
0.35
Single-Family Home
$340,000
09/03/26
4
2
1,553
413 W Clinton St, Ithaca, NY
0.46
Single-Family Home
$400,000
12/22/25
4
1.5
1,422
221 Wood St, Ithaca, NY
0.46
Single-Family Home
$360,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,549
105 Valley Rd, Ithaca, NY
0.59
Single-Family Home
$480,000
12/12/25
4
1.5
2,230
127 Hyers St, Ithaca, NY
0.46
Single-Family Home
$365,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,700
135 Hudson St, Ithaca, NY
0.22
Single-Family Home
$700,000
05/18/26
4
2
3,220

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
601 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.02
$320,000
4
2
1,512
Recently Sold
411 HILLVIEW Place, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.04
$264,900
6
2
1,765
Off Market
415 Hillview Pl, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.05
$307,500
3
2
2,289
Off Market
321-321.5 Hillview Pl, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.03
$350,000
6
2.5
2,240
Recently Sold
201 Columbia St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.04
$465,000
4
2
2,146
Recently Sold
Hillview Pl, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.08
$277,800
9
-
-
Off Market
319 Hillview Pl, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.06
$292,100
6
2
2,082
Off Market
413 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.08
$369,000
3
2
1,506
For Sale
408 Hudson St, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.10
$405,400
5
3
1,598
Off Market
315-317 Hillview Pl, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.07
$275,600
4
2
1,688
Off Market
405-407 S Aurora St #409, Ithaca, NY 14850
0.09
$759,300
11
5
1,187
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 517 S Aurora St.
  • Schools7 Preschool Schools8 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1870
2,457 sqft
$166/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Front porchHigh ceilingsTimeless wooden trimHardwood floors
This stately residence captures the rich history of Ithaca, featuring timeless wooden trim, hardwood floors, and high ceilings, complemented by stunning views of Cayuga Lake from the front porch. Located at 517 S Aurora on Ithaca's desirable South Hill, this property offers convenient access to both Ithaca College and the vibrant downtown Ithaca Commons. With a proven rental history, this home presents an excellent opportunity for those interested in entering the rental market, while also serving as an impressive and spacious single-family residence.
517 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850 is a 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,457 sqft single-family home built in 1870. It last sold for $405,000 on Apr 17, 2025 (3% below the $417,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2024 with an asking price of $4,650 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 22, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $407,600, with a rent estimate of $2,560/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by KiRa Fritzky-Randolph, (607) 218-7902
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Bought with: Colleen Dobbins Cowan, (607) 342-6495, Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Source: NYSAMLSs, MLS#R1577567

Home Details for 517 S Aurora St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 10
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2457 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, RefrigeratorDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Gas,Baseboard,Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Number of Stories: 3Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Open, PorchExterior: Blacktop DrivewayFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
No GarageParking: No Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Connected

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1870
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 50070009200000060090000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $417,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Nov 19 2024Possession Timing: Other, See Remarks

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ithaca City
School Information
Elementary School: South HillElementary 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: 2457 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Ithaca Board of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5174.928 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Other, See Remarks

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: R1577567Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 607-218-7902Universal Property Id: US-36109-N-50070009200000060090000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 22, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,170
Apr 17, 2025
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1577567
Sold
$405,000
Jan 31, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$4,170
Price decreased by 99%
Dec 9, 2024
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1577567
Pending
$417,000
Nov 19, 2024
Source: ITMLS #R1577648
Contingent
$417,000

Market trends in Ithaca

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$464K
$57.87KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$230
$1MoM
Available listings
151
6MoM

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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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  • Bkmonroe1012
    "Its bearable at times. Traffic mostly when the students are back and or when there is construction. "
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  • Dorota S
    "Nature, proximity to shopping and leisurely activities, quiet."
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  • Lamont Nelson-fish
    "It’s a good walking neighborhood "
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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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  • 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 517 S Aurora St

  • What is 517 S Aurora St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 517 S Aurora St in Ithaca, NY is $407,600.
  • What is the price history for 517 S Aurora St?
    517 S Aurora St in Ithaca, NY last sold for $405,000 in April 2025.
  • 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 $464K. That is up $57.87K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 517 S Aurora St?
    The lot at 517 S Aurora St in Ithaca, NY is about 0.12 acres (5,175 sq ft).
  • Is there a virtual tour of 517 S Aurora St?
    Yes, a virtual tour of 517 S Aurora St in Ithaca, NY is available.

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