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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Ithaca. 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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