Nestled on a picturesque lot, this remarkable 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom property offers a blend of modern updates in addition to serene and welcoming natural beauty! Located in desirable Brooktondale, this home is a true sanctuary! Relax and enjoy the natural surroundings sitting directly next to a creek or listening from the rear deck, front porch, or outdoor sauna! Easily gather a fresh and delicious harvest from the established perennial gardens and fruit trees located inside the fully fenced-in yard! Remain comfortable inside with the new mini-split air conditioning and heating units for optimal climate control or enjoy the classic wood stove! Many updates and attention to detail-newer appliances, newer roof, and upgraded electricity make this property well-maintained and move-in ready! Two separate garages are perfect for storage, workshop, hobby space, or parking! Located in the Ithaca City School District and a short walk to public transportation, the Brookton's Market, Brooktondale Community Center and a 15-minute commute to downtown Ithaca. Schedule a showing to see how this unique home can fulfill both your "wants" and 'needs!"
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$242Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listing by Karyn Scott• Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Contact: 607-223-9038
Bought with Carol Bushberg• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
Listing by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage Realty
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Market trends in 14817, NY
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
102.8%
+1.0% MoM
Median sale price
$361K
$59K MoM
Avg. days on market
39d
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Sale history for 688 Valley Rd
Date
Event
Price
IBRMLS #R1554671
Oct 10, 2024
Sold
$308,500
$242/sq ft
Aug 7, 2024
Pending
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Jul 25, 2024
Listed
$279,000
$219/sq ft
IBRMLS #401553
Jul 20, 2020
Sold
$227,500
$178/sq ft
Mar 5, 2020
Listed
$224,000
$176/sq ft
+40
Enjoy all this home has to offer! This beautifully maintained home has it all, located in the desirable Hamlet of Brooktondale and within close proximity to Ithaca & Cornell University. What's not to love about this charming 4 bedroom 1.5 bath home. It offers a cozy living room with a the warm glowing fire in the wood burning stove, 3 season mud/sun room and the 4th bedroom is a large versatile room that would make a perfect office or workout room. Enjoy the back deck and large yard. One car attached with an additional two car detached garage for all your projects. Situated next to a year round stream with lovely perennial gardens and slate walkway.
IBRMLS #IB401553
Jul 20, 2020
Sold
$227,500
$178/sq ft
Mar 5, 2020
Listed
$224,000
$176/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,015
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2025
$6,015 (+2.1%)
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2024
$5,889 (−7.3%)
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2023
$6,354 (+6.7%)
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2022
$5,954 (−3.6%)
$18,500 + $206,500
$225,000
2021
$6,174 (+50.7%)
$18,500 + $206,500
$225,000
2020
$4,096 (+2.2%)
$18,500 + $141,500
$160,000
2019
$4,009 (+6.2%)
$18,500 + $141,500
$160,000
2018
$3,776 (−3.6%)
$18,500 + $141,500
$160,000
2017
$3,915 (+31.8%)
$18,500 + $131,500
$150,000
2016
$2,972 (−0.9%)
$18,500 + $131,500
$150,000
2015
$2,999 (−29.9%)
$18,500 + $96,500
$115,000
2014
$4,277
$18,500 + $96,500
$115,000
Tax history for 688 Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,015
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2025
$6,015 (+2.1%)
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2024
$5,889 (−7.3%)
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2023
$6,354 (+6.7%)
$18,500 + $229,500
$248,000
2022
$5,954 (−3.6%)
$18,500 + $206,500
$225,000
2021
$6,174 (+50.7%)
$18,500 + $206,500
$225,000
2020
$4,096 (+2.2%)
$18,500 + $141,500
$160,000
2019
$4,009 (+6.2%)
$18,500 + $141,500
$160,000
2018
$3,776 (−3.6%)
$18,500 + $141,500
$160,000
2017
$3,915 (+31.8%)
$18,500 + $131,500
$150,000
2016
$2,972 (−0.9%)
$18,500 + $131,500
$150,000
2015
$2,999 (−29.9%)
$18,500 + $96,500
$115,000
2014
$4,277
$18,500 + $96,500
$115,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.