Charming country home set on 3.57 peaceful acres, this well-maintained 3/4 bedrooms and 2 full baths just minutes from Ithaca College and downtown Ithaca. The main level offers convenient one-floor living with a versatile bedroom or office, a full bath, and laundry room. The open floor plan flows into a custom kitchen featuring granite countertops, new island with beautiful quartz, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Recent updates total over $75K, including energy-efficient Mitsubishi mini-split AC/heat units and a brand-new roof (2024). Step out to the backyard is perfect for gardening, grilling on the back deck, or enjoying the peaceful sounds of Buttermilk Creek. Tucked away but close to Buttermilk Falls, and Treman State Park. Make it yours! Schedule your showing today! .
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
3.57 acresLot Size
$250Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Heather Gowe• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Contact: 607-280-9069
Bought with Melissa Murfin• Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
This beautifully renovated transitional-style home offers the perfect blend of modern amenities and classic charm, featuring 3 to 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. Located just minutes from Ithaca College, this home is nestled on a picturesque 3.58-acre lot, complete with a serene pond and the soothing sounds of Buttermilk Creek meandering through the property. Ideal for entertaining, the expansive deck provides ample space for outdoor gatherings, while the 2-car attached garage adds convenience. Turn-key and ready for its next owner, this home promises both comfort and natural beauty in a scenic setting. Offers will be reviewed by seller at 5:00PM Saturday September 14th.
Public Records
Oct 16, 2017
Sold
$166,000
$94/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB307492
Feb 20, 2017
Sold
$166,000
$94/sq ft
Sep 8, 2016
Listed
$174,900
$99/sq ft
Move-in ready and affordable home in Danby with bright sliding doors to a deck made for fun. Three and a half acres, bounded by creeks and woods, enough for a kitchen garden or roadside farm stand. Four bedrooms, one on the main level. Spa tub. Fenced yard for kids or pets (former daycare). Well insulated and efficient electric heat, natural gas stove for cozy winter nights. TW cable for internet, 2 car attached garage. This home is part of the 100% Money Back Guarantee program, certain restrictions apply. Just minutes to Ithaca College, downtown or Cornell.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,935
$25,200 + $334,800
$360,000
2025
$8,935 (+41.2%)
$25,200 + $334,800
$360,000
2024
$6,327 (−3.7%)
$25,200 + $232,800
$258,000
2023
$6,573 (+2.9%)
$25,200 + $220,800
$246,000
2022
$6,385 (+8.9%)
$25,200 + $204,800
$230,000
2021
$5,865 (−1.4%)
$25,200 + $179,800
$205,000
2020
$5,951 (+22.8%)
$25,200 + $179,800
$205,000
2019
$4,845 (−1.7%)
$25,200 + $149,800
$175,000
2018
$4,931 (+8.9%)
$25,200 + $149,800
$175,000
2017
$4,529 (−10.3%)
$25,200 + $144,800
$170,000
2016
$5,051 (−1.1%)
$23,900 + $146,100
$170,000
2015
$5,108 (−20.9%)
$23,900 + $161,100
$185,000
2014
$6,461
$23,900 + $161,100
$185,000
Tax history for 26 W Miller Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,935
$25,200 + $334,800
$360,000
2025
$8,935 (+41.2%)
$25,200 + $334,800
$360,000
2024
$6,327 (−3.7%)
$25,200 + $232,800
$258,000
2023
$6,573 (+2.9%)
$25,200 + $220,800
$246,000
2022
$6,385 (+8.9%)
$25,200 + $204,800
$230,000
2021
$5,865 (−1.4%)
$25,200 + $179,800
$205,000
2020
$5,951 (+22.8%)
$25,200 + $179,800
$205,000
2019
$4,845 (−1.7%)
$25,200 + $149,800
$175,000
2018
$4,931 (+8.9%)
$25,200 + $149,800
$175,000
2017
$4,529 (−10.3%)
$25,200 + $144,800
$170,000
2016
$5,051 (−1.1%)
$23,900 + $146,100
$170,000
2015
$5,108 (−20.9%)
$23,900 + $161,100
$185,000
2014
$6,461
$23,900 + $161,100
$185,000
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.57 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,712
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502200A00700000010130000000
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: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Zoned, Wall Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Zoned, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Varies
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Partial, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered, Porch
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1762
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size : 3.57
Lot Size Dimensions: 420 x 419
Lot Size Area: 3.57
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 3.57
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,327
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Ithaca
Elementary School: South Hill
Middle Or Junior School District: Ithaca
High School District: Ithaca
Location Information
Directions: From the Ithaca commons head towards S. Aurora St. Go about 5.1 miles on Route 96B. Turn right onto West Miller Road. The house is yellow about 1mile on your right.
Cross Street: Route 96B
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,712
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502200A00700000010130000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: IthacaBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 607-280-9069
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Schools
South Hill School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi
9/10
Ithaca Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
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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 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 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
$419,000 – $508,000
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