Escape to the Finger lakes with this 'right-sized' country farmhouse offering 14.7 acres, barn, outbuildings, stream, garden & tillable fields. The property is located near Aurora, NY, the home of MacKenzie-Childs and the Inns of Aurora. Start your homesteading dreams: an organic CSA? Winery? Stable horses? Or just kick back & rent the fields. Classic Federal stylings from the front porch to the dramatic curved archway in the gracious formal living room. Natural woodwork abounds! Recent improvements: bright, gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters, hardwood floors, new windows. Mechanically sound with a hi-efficient Buderus furnace w/ 7 zones. 5 fireplaces, one currently in use with wood stove insert. Generous room sizes (2 of 5 beds are 17'x16'). Inviting master suite & WI closet. Don't miss the walk-up attic near 2nd floor guest bath. Pride of ownership with a designer's eye & talent for preserving/enhancing the historic elements of this special home!A great private setting - the nearest neighbors are 1/4 mile away, a friendly farmer who leases the tillable acreage for plantings (through 2/2022). A short commute to Ithaca, Auburn, Cortland or Syracuse. Enjoy fresh air daily!
Single-familyProperty Type
1830Year Built
14 acresLot Size
$175Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Christine Delvecchio• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca
Escape to the Finger lakes with this right-sized' country farmhouse offering 14.7 acres, barn, outbuildings, stream, garden & tillable fields. The property is located near Aurora, NY, the home of MacKenzie-Childs and the Inns of Aurora. Start your homesteading dreams: an organic CSA? Winery? Stable horses? Or just kick back & rent the fields. Classic Federal stylings from the front porch to the dramatic curved archway in the gracious formal living room. Natural woodwork abounds! Recent improvements: bright, gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters, hardwood floors, new windows. Mechanically sound with a hi-efficient Buderus furnace w/ 7 zones. 5 fireplaces, one currently in use with wood stove insert. Generous room sizes (2 of 5 beds are 17'x16'). Inviting master suite & WI closet. Don't miss the walk-up attic near 2nd floor guest bath. Pride of ownership with a designer's eye & talent for preserving/enhancing the historic elements of this special home! Enjoy fresh air daily!
IBRMLS #IB401831
Sep 2, 2020
Sold
$280,000
$100/sq ft
Apr 20, 2020
Listed
$299,900
$108/sq ft
CNYIS #S1261342
Aug 24, 2020
Sold
$280,000
$100/sq ft
Jun 9, 2020
Price Changed
$299,900
$108/sq ft
Apr 20, 2020
Listed
$318,900
$114/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 15, 2005
Sold
$202,200
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,793
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2025
$5,793 (+3.8%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2024
$5,582 (+4.5%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2023
$5,344 (+1.4%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2022
$5,271 (−17.6%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2021
$6,398 (+33.4%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2020
$4,795 (+1.0%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2019
$4,747 (+5.4%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2018
$4,504 (−1.1%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2017
$4,554 (+3.0%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2016
$4,420
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2015
$4,423 (−3.1%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2014
$4,566
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
Tax history for 1685 Poplar Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,793
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2025
$5,793 (+3.8%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2024
$5,582 (+4.5%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2023
$5,344 (+1.4%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2022
$5,271 (−17.6%)
$97,400 + $199,200
$296,600
2021
$6,398 (+33.4%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2020
$4,795 (+1.0%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2019
$4,747 (+5.4%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2018
$4,504 (−1.1%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2017
$4,554 (+3.0%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2016
$4,420
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2015
$4,423 (−3.1%)
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
2014
$4,566
$78,600 + $174,800
$253,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,788
Year built
1830
Style
Vacant Land
County
Cayuga County
APN
053489A19400000010090000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Workshop in Garage, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Room Types: Bedroom, Laundry, Living Room, Den, Entry Foyer
Other Features: Den, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Granite Counters, Country Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Partially Furnished, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Pantry, Natural Woodwork, Window Treatments, Bedroom on Main Level, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Programmable Thermostat
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Asphalt
Construction Details: Frame, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Gravel Driveway
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Porch
Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Poultry Coop, Shed(s), Storage
Land Information
Horses Allowed
Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Irrigation Source: Deeded Water Rights
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 14.7
Lot Size Acres: 14.7
Lot Size Dimensions: 1196X580
Lot Features: Agricultural, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Water Body Name: Little Creek
Waterfront Features: Deeded Access, River Access, Stream
Property Information
Foundation Details: Poured, Stone
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $253,400
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,746
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Radiant
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,788
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 14 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1830
Year Renovated: —
County: Cayuga County
APN: 053489A19400000010090000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Southern Cayuga Middle School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Southern Cayuga High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Aurora, NY • 13026
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$465,000 – $563,000
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