Charming Cape Cod located in the heart of the Belle Sherman neighborhood. Situated on a quiet, private street, just minutes from Belle Sherman Elementary School, Cornell University, and Downtown Ithaca. This home has a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace to enjoy, and a four season office/sunroom! Flooded with natural light, this classic home is the perfect mix of charm and modernity. With beautiful hardwood floors throughout the living area; this home is nothing short of appealing. The remodeled kitchen offers quartz countertops, an oversized pantry, new cabinets and tile backsplash, adding the perfect amount of modern touch to this charming home. Clean basement offers tons of storage with laundry and usable space! Survey is available. Fully fenced, spacious backyard is hard to come by in the City of Ithaca!
Charming Cape Cod located in the heart of the Belle Sherman neighborhood. Situated on a quiet, private street, just minutes from Belle Sherman Elementary School, Cornell University, and Downtown Ithaca. This home has a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace to enjoy, and a four season office/sunroom! Flooded with natural light, this classic home is the perfect mix of charm and modernity. With beautiful hardwood floors throughout the living area; this home is nothing short of appealing. The remodeled kitchen offers quartz countertops, an oversized pantry, new cabinets and tile backsplash, adding the perfect amount of modern touch to this charming home. Clean basement offers tons of storage with laundry and usable space! Survey is available. Fully fenced, spacious backyard is hard to come by in the City of Ithaca!
Public Records
Nov 27, 2019
Sold
$249,500
$164/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB400768
Nov 27, 2019
Sold
$249,700
$164/sq ft
Oct 17, 2019
Listed
$239,000
$157/sq ft
3 houses down from Bell Sherman Elementary sits this super adorable classic Belle Sherman Cape Cod, just waiting for your touches. Darling 1930's style with time period finishes & light fixtures. Custom Brookhaven kitchen maximizes space. Easy flow from kitchen to dining to living & back to kitchen. Nice mudroom area between garage & back door with huge adjacent pantry that could easily convert to a main floor 1/2 bath. Wood burning fireplace has been maintained & is ready for your cozy evening fires. Sunny sunroom with windows on three sides creates a lovely place to relax year-round. Three nice sized bedrooms upstairs with plenty of storage under the eves. Tiled full bath. Attached one car garage & large basement with laundry & plenty of storage rounds out this ideal place to call home. Yard is big enough for your outdoor activities but not so big it ruins a sunny Saturday! Flagstone patio awaits your alfresco dining. All this & a 10-minute walk to Cornell & Close to TCAT bus stop!
Public Records
Oct 27, 2006
Sold
$195,000
$128/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 10, 2002
Sold
$130,500
$86/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 25, 1993
Sold
$112,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,819
$69,000 + $367,000
$436,000
2025
$8,819 (+2.3%)
$69,000 + $367,000
$436,000
2024
$8,625 (+22.2%)
$69,000 + $367,000
$436,000
2023
$7,059 (−32.8%)
$69,000 + $255,000
$324,000
2022
$10,502 (+10.0%)
$69,000 + $231,000
$300,000
2021
$9,550 (+18.6%)
$69,000 + $201,000
$270,000
2020
$8,051 (+279.7%)
$69,000 + $181,000
$250,000
2019
$2,120 (−1.6%)
$69,000 + $211,000
$280,000
2018
$2,155 (−49.9%)
$69,000 + $211,000
$280,000
2017
$4,300 (−14.1%)
$69,000 + $211,000
$280,000
2016
$5,008 (+18.8%)
$43,000 + $207,000
$250,000
2015
$4,217 (−46.8%)
$43,000 + $207,000
$250,000
2014
$7,929
$43,000 + $207,000
$250,000
Tax history for 222 Ridgedale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,819
$69,000 + $367,000
$436,000
2025
$8,819 (+2.3%)
$69,000 + $367,000
$436,000
2024
$8,625 (+22.2%)
$69,000 + $367,000
$436,000
2023
$7,059 (−32.8%)
$69,000 + $255,000
$324,000
2022
$10,502 (+10.0%)
$69,000 + $231,000
$300,000
2021
$9,550 (+18.6%)
$69,000 + $201,000
$270,000
2020
$8,051 (+279.7%)
$69,000 + $181,000
$250,000
2019
$2,120 (−1.6%)
$69,000 + $211,000
$280,000
2018
$2,155 (−49.9%)
$69,000 + $211,000
$280,000
2017
$4,300 (−14.1%)
$69,000 + $211,000
$280,000
2016
$5,008 (+18.8%)
$43,000 + $207,000
$250,000
2015
$4,217 (−46.8%)
$43,000 + $207,000
$250,000
2014
$7,929
$43,000 + $207,000
$250,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.7
Lot width
52 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
6,463 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,728
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
500700A08400000040180000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Window Features: Window Coverings
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 51.7' x 125'
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Zoning Description: R-1b
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Belle Sherman
Middle Or Junior School: Dewitt
High School District: Ithaca
High School: Dewitt
Location Information
Directions: Take W Court St and E Buffalo St to Stewart Ave. Head south on N Albany St toward Esty St. Turn left onto W Court St. Turn right onto N Tioga St. Turn left onto E Buffalo St. Take E M.L.K. Jr. St/E State St to Mitchell St. Turn right onto Stewart Ave. Turn left onto E M.L.K. Jr. St/E State St. Turn left onto Mitchell St. Continue on Mitchell St. Drive to Ridgedale Rd. Turn right onto Elmwood Ave. Turn right onto Ridgedale Rd. The destination will be on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,728
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 6,463 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 500700A08400000040180000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Belle Sherman School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
4/10
Boynton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Ithaca Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Dewitt Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
0% 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
$434,000 – $525,000
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