This home is situated on 1.7 acres of land with a pond. Many possibilities with this unique property. Main level consists of 2 bedrooms and nice flow. Mini splits added for air conditioning and heat. Brand new furnace added in 2022- works in shops with wood or oil. Attic storage space could be finished. Loft style living room with oversized windows is the perfect place for entertaining. Relax on the back deck or sun porch and enjoy the distant views! In between Cortland and Ithaca.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
1.71 acresLot Size
$120Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Katherine Burke• Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Contact: burkek09@gmail.com
Bought with Sara Rovitz• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Listing by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage Realty, (607) 428-0708
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Sale history for 96 Simms Hill Rd
Date
Event
Price
IBRMLS #IB407221
Dec 28, 2022
Sold
$137,000
$85/sq ft
Jul 27, 2022
Listed
$134,500
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,982 (+1.4%)
$21,400 + $118,600
$140,000
2025
$3,925 (+0.9%)
$21,400 + $118,600
$140,000
2024
$3,890 (−2.1%)
$21,400 + $118,600
$140,000
2023
$3,973 (+388.3%)
$21,400 + $105,600
$127,000
2022
$814 (+7.9%)
$21,400 + $99,600
$121,000
2021
$754 (−5.8%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2020
$801 (+5.4%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2019
$759 (+15.4%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2018
$658 (+1.3%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2017
$650 (−0.3%)
$21,400 + $83,600
$105,000
2016
$652 (+1.0%)
$21,100 + $83,900
$105,000
2015
$645 (−70.3%)
$21,100 + $83,900
$105,000
2014
$2,174
$21,100 + $83,900
$105,000
Tax history for 96 Simms Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,982 (+1.4%)
$21,400 + $118,600
$140,000
2025
$3,925 (+0.9%)
$21,400 + $118,600
$140,000
2024
$3,890 (−2.1%)
$21,400 + $118,600
$140,000
2023
$3,973 (+388.3%)
$21,400 + $105,600
$127,000
2022
$814 (+7.9%)
$21,400 + $99,600
$121,000
2021
$754 (−5.8%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2020
$801 (+5.4%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2019
$759 (+15.4%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2018
$658 (+1.3%)
$21,400 + $93,600
$115,000
2017
$650 (−0.3%)
$21,400 + $83,600
$105,000
2016
$652 (+1.0%)
$21,100 + $83,900
$105,000
2015
$645 (−70.3%)
$21,100 + $83,900
$105,000
2014
$2,174
$21,100 + $83,900
$105,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.71 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,617
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A02600000010110020000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 13, 2026.
NR
Neighborhood Residential District
The purpose of the Neighborhood Residential (NR) District is to define areas of the Town where established neighborhoods are situated in a rural landscape and constitute the primary land use. Single-family homes are the predominant form of development, and future development is unlikely. Home occupations are the primary commercial activity in this district. Agriculture is an allowed use in this district.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ductless, Other
Has Heating
Heating: Ductless, Other, See Remarks, Wood
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Concrete
Room Information
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1617
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Other, See Remarks
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Other Structures: Workshop, Barn(s), Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 1.71
Lot Size Area: 1.71
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.71
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Dryden
Elementary School: Dryden Elementary
Middle Or Junior School District: Dryden
High School District: Dryden
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,617
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502489A02600000010110020000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: IthacaBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: burkek09@gmail.com
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Cassavant Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
Dryden Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
5/10
Dryden High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$185,000 – $223,000
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