Efficient living is the name of the game these days and this house has it! A cozy ranch style home with 2 beds and 1 bath for easy living just 10 minutes from the center of Ithaca. With solar panels and efficient heat pumps for heating and cooling, you'll stay warm and cool for a fraction of what it costs elsewhere. A pleasant living room and hardwood floors throughout, ready to be polished to perfection. The dry, full basement offers space for storage, or make it into workout space or a workshop, whatever fits your lifestyle. Homes this affordable don't stay on the market for long, so get in to see it soon and bring your cottage-core aspirations!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$232Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Emily Doyle• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
Est. $1,111 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 496 Nelson Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
IBRMLS #R1665100
Jun 17, 2026
Sold
$178,000
$232/sq ft
Apr 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 27, 2026
Price Changed
$186,000
$242/sq ft
Mar 5, 2026
Listed
$195,000
$254/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 2023
Sold
$160,000
$208/sq ft
IBRMLS #407931
Apr 4, 2023
Sold
$157,500
$205/sq ft
Jan 9, 2023
Listed
$159,900
$208/sq ft
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Welcome to this cute and charming ranch style home! With 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, this home offers a simple layout. The interior of the home features single level living and a clean basement, providing additional storage or future living space. See the metal roof with new solar panels. 75% of seller's electric is covered by solar panel production! Gas stove, electric water heater, and mini splits in bedrooms and living room. Overall, this home is a great option for anyone looking for a starter home or looking to downsize!
IBRMLS #IB407931
Apr 4, 2023
Sold
$157,500
$205/sq ft
Jan 9, 2023
Listed
$159,900
$208/sq ft
UNYREIS #EC268703
Apr 4, 2023
Sold
$160,000
$208/sq ft
Jan 9, 2023
Listed
$159,900
$208/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 26, 2016
Sold
$83,500
$109/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB307043
Sep 26, 2016
Sold
$81,500
$106/sq ft
Jul 21, 2016
Listed
$83,500
$109/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 31, 2005
Sold
$75,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,019
$8,500 + $151,500
$160,000
2025
$4,019 (+1.6%)
$8,500 + $151,500
$160,000
2024
$3,955 (+42.7%)
$8,500 + $151,500
$160,000
2023
$2,772 (+3.3%)
$8,500 + $93,500
$102,000
2022
$2,684 (+11.0%)
$8,500 + $86,500
$95,000
2021
$2,419 (−1.3%)
$8,500 + $74,500
$83,000
2020
$2,451 (+1.7%)
$8,500 + $74,500
$83,000
2019
$2,409 (−1.1%)
$8,500 + $74,500
$83,000
2018
$2,437 (−1.3%)
$8,500 + $74,500
$83,000
2017
$2,470 (+175.9%)
$8,500 + $74,500
$83,000
2016
$895 (+6.8%)
$10,600 + $72,400
$83,000
2015
$838 (−56.8%)
$10,600 + $79,400
$90,000
2014
$1,942
$10,600 + $79,400
$90,000
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
768
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502200A00400000010530000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage, Asphalt, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ductless
Has Heating
Heating: Active Solar, Ductless, Electric, Solar
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 4
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 768
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Lot Size : 0.22
Lot Size Dimensions: 74 x 119
Lot Size Area: 0.22
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,836
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Ithaca
Elementary School: South Hill
Middle Or Junior School District: Ithaca
Middle Or Junior School: Boynton Middle
High School District: Ithaca
High School: Ithaca Senior High
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
Subdivision Name: Section 4
Cross Street: Makarainen
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 768
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502200A00400000010530000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: IthacaBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 607-257-0666
Around this home
Schools
Belle Sherman School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi
4/10
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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 91° expected this year, 14 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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Historical weather
Ithaca, NY • 14850
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$223,000 – $270,000
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