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Ithaca, NY

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A charming lakefront city with plenty of outdoor adventure

Adventures Scenic Active Collegetown Nature

Ithaca is a charming city nestled along Cayuga Lake and is home to both Cornell University and Ithaca College. In addition to perusing museums, renters will revel in the lively nightlife scene in Ithaca Commons and Collegetown. You'll be amazed at the natural beauty that surrounds Ithaca. With over 100 waterfalls, countless parks, and wildlife preserves, there is endless outdoor recreational fun. Enjoy the summer concerts, art museums and galleries, farm-to-table restaurants, unique shops, breweries, wineries, and hiking trails. Ithaca has something for every renter. Grab some fresh produce and handcrafted items at the local Ithaca Famers Market. Hike to the falls at Ithaca Falls, a hidden gem situated towards the heart of downtown. This 150-foot-tall natural site is open year-round. Nearby is Stewart Park, a popular lakefront park with golf courses and tennis courts. A variety of community gardens are sprinkled throughout the area and include the Ithaca Community Gardens and Easy Street Garden, making Ithaca a sustainable city. There are countless modern apartments and luxury condos available for rent in Ithaca.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Ithaca, NY is $1,709 for a studio, $1,876 for one bedroom, $2,072 for two bedrooms, and $2,310 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ithaca has increased by 2.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,876/month
677 Sq Ft
House
$2,792/month
1,483 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,384/month
1,290 Sq Ft
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Transportation

60

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

58

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Northeast Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

385 Students

8
out of 10

South Hill School

Public

Grades PK-5

380 Students

6
out of 10

Fall Creek Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

232 Students

6
out of 10

Belle Sherman School

Public

Grades PK-5

307 Students

5
out of 10

Cayuga Heights Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

303 Students

5
out of 10

Boynton Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

526 Students

5
out of 10

Dewitt Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

478 Students

4
out of 10

Tompkins Seneca Tioga Boces

Public

Grades 1-12

293 Students

Rating Unavailable

Ithaca Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,341 Students

8
out of 10

Tompkins Seneca Tioga Boces

Public

Grades 1-12

293 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sciencenter
  • Fuertes Observatory
  • Cornell Plantations
  • Alan Treman State Marine Park
  • Newman Arboretum

Airports

  • Ithaca Tompkins International
  • Elmira/Corning Regional

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