Your private oasis in the woods, just 15 minutes from downtown Ithaca and Cornell. The wrap-around porch of this beautiful home leads to a private back deck in the secluded back yard. Enjoy the warmth of the gas fire place in the open-concept living room. The bright, sun-filled dining room will be the center of many get-togethers with friends and family. The main level features 2 bedrooms (office space?), and a full bathroom. Upstairs has another two bedrooms and a full bath. This 1400+ square foot home feels larger because of the storage space the house offers. The basement has tall ceilings, and is currently set up as a workout space and laundry room. Come admire the views of the valley from your new treehouse of happiness! Open House: Saturday, May 6, 3pm - 4:30pm
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
1.05 acresLot Size
$221Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Johannes Dulfer• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Your private oasis in the woods, just 15 minutes from downtown Ithaca and Cornell. The wrap-around porch of this beautiful home leads to a private back deck in the secluded back yard. Enjoy the warmth of the gas fire place in the open-concept living room. The bright, sun-filled dining room will be the center of many get-togethers with friends and family. The main level features 2 bedrooms (office space?), and a full bathroom. Upstairs has another two bedrooms and a full bath. This 1400+ square foot home feels larger because of the storage space the house offers. The basement has tall ceilings, and is currently set up as a workout space and laundry room. Come admire the views of the valley from your new treehouse of happiness! Open House: Saturday, May 6, 3pm - 4:30pm
IBRMLS #408026
Apr 19, 2023
Sold
$325,000
$230/sq ft
Jan 31, 2023
Listed
$305,000
$215/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB408026
Apr 19, 2023
Sold
$325,000
$230/sq ft
Jan 31, 2023
Listed
$305,000
$215/sq ft
Captivating 1991 home with just over an acre of mostly wooded yard only 8 miles from Ithaca and Cornell campus. Enjoy nature from the long covered porch that wraps around to the back deck perfect for private outdoor dining. Fabulous sun-filled dining room surrounded by windows. Main floor kitchen and living room are spacious with a dreamy gas fireplace. Main floor has 2 bedrooms/office as well as full bathroom. Upstairs are 2 additional bedrooms and another full bath. Laundry is in full, dry basement with tremendous storage and workshop and tall ceiling. Entire exterior of the house and the deck recently received a new protective stain. Excellent high-speed Internet provided by Point Broadband fiber optics with speed claims up to 1000 Mbps upload and download. Updates include new gutters, hot water heater and Nest thermostat. Awesome move-in ready home in a convenient location tucked into a wooded landscape with lovely views. See virtual tour. Open house on Saturday Feb 4th from 12-2pm
IBRMLS #403882
May 26, 2021
Sold
$271,000
$191/sq ft
Mar 19, 2021
Listed
$249,000
$176/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB403882
May 26, 2021
Sold
$271,000
$191/sq ft
Mar 19, 2021
Listed
$249,000
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 8, 2011
Sold
$187,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 19, 2001
Sold
$138,500
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,274
$20,100 + $314,900
$335,000
2025
$9,274 (+0.9%)
$20,100 + $314,900
$335,000
2024
$9,194 (+4.6%)
$20,100 + $314,900
$335,000
2023
$8,785 (+1.5%)
$20,100 + $263,900
$284,000
2022
$8,653 (+50.1%)
$20,100 + $249,900
$270,000
2021
$5,764 (−2.3%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2020
$5,900 (+0.4%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2019
$5,877 (+0.2%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2018
$5,868 (+1.1%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2017
$5,805 (−0.2%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2016
$5,816 (+5.2%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2015
$5,527 (+42.3%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2014
$3,884
$20,100 + $166,900
$187,000
Tax history for 489 Midline Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,274
$20,100 + $314,900
$335,000
2025
$9,274 (+0.9%)
$20,100 + $314,900
$335,000
2024
$9,194 (+4.6%)
$20,100 + $314,900
$335,000
2023
$8,785 (+1.5%)
$20,100 + $263,900
$284,000
2022
$8,653 (+50.1%)
$20,100 + $249,900
$270,000
2021
$5,764 (−2.3%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2020
$5,900 (+0.4%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2019
$5,877 (+0.2%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2018
$5,868 (+1.1%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2017
$5,805 (−0.2%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2016
$5,816 (+5.2%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2015
$5,527 (+42.3%)
$20,100 + $176,900
$197,000
2014
$3,884
$20,100 + $166,900
$187,000
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.05 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,416
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A06400000010340000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
CV
Conservation District
The purpose of the Conservation (CV) District is to protect areas of the Town that contain a variety of ecological and open space assets that warrant protection from the impacts of development. Residential uses and agriculture will remain the primary land use activities.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.05
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Dryden
High School District: Dryden
Location Information
Directions: Take Rt. 79 (Slaterville Road) out towards Caroline - take a left on Midline just past the school. Property is on the right after about 2 miles. Look for the sign.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,416
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502489A06400000010340000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Dryden Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.1mi
4/10
Dryden Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
Dryden High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
6/10
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° 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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Estimated sale price
$298,000 – $360,000
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