505 E Seneca Street Ithaca City, NY 14850
Listing by: NYS ALLIANCE / Listed By: Jill Burlington, Warren Real Estate

  505 E Seneca Street Ithaca City, NY 14850

Active
$549,000 (USD)
6
BED
3.1
BATH
5,098
SQFT

Description

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.

MLS #:
R1680137
Taxes
$17,684
Lot Size
8,352 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1975
Style
Victorian
School District
Ithaca
County
Tompkins County
Community
City/Ithaca Sec 69

Listed By

Jill Burlington, Warren Real Estate
Source
NYS ALLIANCE
Last checked May 22 2026 at 2:39 AM GMT-0500
Bathroom Details
Interior Features
  • Separate/Formal Living Room
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Refrigerator
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Natural Woodwork
  • Exhaust Fan
  • Range Hood
  • Laundry: In Basement
  • Skylights
  • Windows: Skylight(s)
  • Windows: Leaded Glass
  • Partially Furnished
  • Walk In Pantry
Subdivision
  • City/Ithaca Sec 69
Lot Information
  • Residential Lot
  • Rectangular
  • Near Public Transit
  • Rectangular Lot
Property Features
  • Fireplace: 0
  • Foundation: Block
  • Foundation: Stone
Heating and Cooling
  • Gas
  • Steam
Basement Information
  • Full
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Varies
  • Vinyl
  • Hardwood
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Public, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Source: Connected
  • Sewer: Connected
School Information
  • Elementary School: Belle Sherman
Parking
  • No Garage
Stories
  • 3
Living Area
  • 5,098 sqft

Listing Brokerage Notes
Buyer Brokerage Compensation: 3%
*Details provided by the brokerage, not MLS (Multiple Listing Service). Buyer's Brokerage Compensation not binding unless confirmed by separate agreement among applicable parties.
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