Calling nature lovers and bibliophiles, this wonderfully rambling ranch-style home is nestled on 8+ acres on a ridge overlooking Ellis Hollow, built for the balanced life. Elegant foyer leads into a beautiful contemporary living room with golden hardwood floors, sliding doors to the deck and a breathtaking view across the hollow. Large windows add intrigue to the custom-built library addition (in 2012) with room for some 6000 volumes, plus desk space and a blackboard for thinking. Large primary suite with sliding doors to the patio has a sunken spa tub and walk-in closet with ensuite full bath with shower. Main floor living with three large bedrooms and two and a half baths, plus a full lower level with its own bathroom, a rec room and plenty of storage and workshop areas. Kitchen has an updated quartz-topped island with stools, open to the family room so you won’t miss out on the conversation. Sliding glass doors from family room to private patio - bird feeders will convey! Large pole barn, built in 1978 has a history of hosting a llama farm (in 1980-90s), still has a hay loft and electricity, perfect for animals or workshop/studio. Graceful winding driveway, the wooded hillside is flanked by 160+ acres of Cornell forever wild lands. Just a few minutes up the road to Cornell University. ): The seller will review any and all offers on Monday 4/7 afternoon. Please have offers, including financial credentials, offer and disclosures, to me by noon.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
8.24 acresLot Size
$209Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Ellen Morris-Knower• Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Contact: 607-244-4814
Bought with Ryan Mitchell• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
*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
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8.24 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,730
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A07500000010170410000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 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.
Directions: From downtown take State St/MLK East to Ithaca Rd, to Mitchell St past East Hill Shopping Plaza where it becomes Ellis Hollow Rd. six minutes later you'll find 1665 EH on the right/left side, enjoy the winding driveway up to the house
Cross Street: Thomas Road
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,730
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8.24 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502489A07500000010170410000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: IthacaBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 607-244-4814
Around this home
Schools
Caroline Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
9/10
Dewitt Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
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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
1/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$713,000 – $863,000
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