505 E Seneca Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
Local realty services provided by:HUNT Real Estate ERA
Listed by: jill burlington
Office: warren real estate of ithaca inc.
MLS#:R1675740
Source:NY_GENRIS
Price summary
- Price:$549,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$135.72
About this home
505 E Seneca Street offers exceptional flexibility in the heart of Ithaca’s historic district. Ideally suited for an investment property, boarding house, or conversion back to a private single family residence, this property presents a rare opportunity in a highly convenient location close to Cornell University, downtown Ithaca, restaurants, shopping, public transportation, and neighborhood amenities.
Filled with unique charm and period character, the home welcomes you with a lovely wraparound porch and beautiful stained glass details. The main level features a spacious living room with direct access to the porch, along with a kitchen enhanced by a butler’s pantry. The second floor includes four bedrooms, arranged with two bedrooms sharing each Jack and Jill bathroom, creating a functional layout for both rental use and private living. The third floor offers additional flexibility with two rooms and a full bathroom, providing space that is open to interpretation for guest rooms, office space, studio use, recreation, or expanded living.
With generous space and a versatile layout, this property offers multiple possibilities for an owner occupant, investor, or buyer looking for long term potential. Its location, historic character, and configuration make it well positioned for rental use, while its charm and setting also provide an excellent foundation for those seeking a spacious in town residence.
Whether you are looking to expand your investment portfolio, create student or professional housing, or restore a classic Ithaca property into a private single family home, 505 E Seneca Street offers location, flexibility, and opportunity in one of Ithaca’s most desirable central neighborhoods.
Please note the source of the square footage is the floor plans included in photos and attachments. The garage on the property is not currently in use....
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Home facts
- Year built:1886
- Listing ID #:R1675740
- Added:41 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 01, 2026 at 03:11 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:4
- Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
- Kitchen Description:Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full
- Living area:4,045 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Gas, Steam
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1886
- Building area:4,045 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.19 Acres
- Lot Features:Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Residential Lot
- Construction Materials:Brick, Copper Plumbing, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Patio
- Levels:3 Stories
Schools
- Elementary school:Belle Sherman
Utilities
- Water:Connected, Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Connected, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$549,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$135.72
- Tax amount:$13,552
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Laundry features:Common Area
- Amenities:Furnished, Skylights
Parking
- Parking description:No Garage, Two Spaces
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