Dream a little dream in Danby! If you've been thinking of building your own home this could be the spot for you. Views for days from this hilltop location. Already cleared, it will be easy for a builder to help you engineer and execute the exact home you want for your life. With a well already drilled, one of the major site prep items will be automatically checked off your list. This location offers the best of rural life being just minutes from Ithaca's commercial district and two of NYS's most beautiful state parks: Buttermilk Falls, and Treman. You never have to walk off your property to take in the natural beauty around, but you'll be close to home if you do!
Vacant landProperty Type
4.37 acresLot Size
$57,208Price/Acres
Listing by Emily Doyle• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
Far reaching views. Beautiful sunsets. 2.1 acres just outside of Town on South Hill. Level building site. Close to shopping. Buttermilk Falls State Park. Lick Brook. Country setting surrounded by rolling fields, yet only 2.5 miles to City line. Ithaca City Schools.
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Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,829
$74,400
2025
$1,829 (+1.6%)
$74,400
2024
$1,801 (−8.3%)
$74,400
2023
$1,964 (+22.5%)
$74,400
2022
$1,604 (−2.9%)
$58,500
2021
$1,652 (−1.5%)
$58,500
2020
$1,678 (+1.3%)
$58,500
2019
$1,656 (−1.3%)
$58,500
2018
$1,677 (+12.9%)
$58,500
2017
$1,486 (−9.6%)
$58,500
2016
$1,643 (−1.1%)
$50,500
2015
$1,662 (−27.6%)
$55,000
2014
$2,294
$55,000
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2.27 Acres
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Tompkins County
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Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Ithaca. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 556 & 560 Sandbank Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $271,000 and $410,828.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $271K to $411K.