Active Under Contract
505 East Seneca Street, Ithaca City NY 14850
MLS# R1675740
$549,000
Price
6
Beds
-
Baths
4,045
Living Area (Sq.Ft.)
0.192
Lot Area (Acres)
$549,000
Price
6
Beds
-
Baths
4,045
Living Area (Sq.Ft.)
0.192
Lot Area (Acres)
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. <br>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. <br>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. <br>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. <br> <br>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.
Status
Active Under Contract
Property Type
MultiFamily
Property Sub Type
RoomingHouse
Year Built
1886
Parcel Number
500700-069-000-0003-002-000-0000
Unit Number
--
Lot Features
Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Building Area Source
Plans
Lot Size Dimensions
72X116
Stories
3
Community Features
None
Property Condition
Resale
Elementary School
Belle Sherman
Elementary School District
Ithaca
Middle Or Junior School District
Ithaca
High School District
Ithaca
Location
Listing Agent
Jill Burlington
Listing Office
Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Owner Name
--
Owner Phone
--
Possession
CloseOfEscrow
Special Listing Conditions
Standard
Listing Terms
Cash, Conventional
Listing Agreement
ExclusiveRightToSell
Listing Contract Date
2026-05-21
Owner Pays
All Utilities, Electricity, Gas, Grounds Care, Heat, Hot Water, Snow Removal, Trash Collection, Water
Rent Includes
All Utilities, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Heat, Hot Water, Snow Removal, Trash Collection, Water
Fire Places Total
0
Interior Features
Skylights, Natural Woodwork
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
Laundry Features
Common Area
Heating
true
Heating Features
Gas, Steam
Appliances
Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Security Features
SecuritySystemOwned
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Window Features
LeadedGlass,Skylights
Garage
false
Garage Spaces
0
Exterior Features
Blacktop Driveway, Patio
Water Source
Connected, Public
Sewer
Connected
Roof
Other, See Remarks
Utilities
Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Parking Features
Two Spaces, No Garage
Basement
Full
Construction Materials
Brick, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
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