This charming single-family home offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience, nestled on a huge lot with beautiful gardens. Steps from miles of scenic trails at Sapsucker Woods and Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The home boasts an open living and dining area, perfect for entertaining, along with a spacious primary bedroom complete with an ensuite bathroom and private deck for added comfort. The property also features a fenced yard, screened outbuilding, and separate shed—ideal for gardening tools, outdoor gear, or additional storage. While this home offers a tranquil, private setting, it still maintains the benefits of nearby neighbors. Plus, it’s in a fantastic location—close to Cornell University and the bus line. This home truly has it all!
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$292Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Helen Ann Yunis• Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Contact: 607-280-3070
Bought with Hilda Moleski• Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
Delightful ranch on a gorgeous . 45 acre lot within a short walk to Sapsucker Woods and Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Large primary bedroom with spacious bathroom added in 2017. Long list of recent 2022 updates include: almost complete kitchen remodel with brand new counter tops, back splash, stainless sink, faucet, under cabinet touchless LED lights, 2021 hot water heater. Hardwood oak floors in all bedrooms and living room, large light filled bay window in the living room, sliding glass doors to deck in primary bedroom, exceptional basement perfect for a home gym, office space or game room. Relax in the gazebo and enjoy the Beautiful, passionately maintained gardens protected by deer fencing. Walk to Sapsucker Woods, a bird watcher's paradise offering over 4 miles of amazing trails thru forests, fields, and wetlands. Just a 7 minute drive to the Cornell Vet school and 8 minutes to downtown Ithaca. OPEN HOUSE Saturday 2/5 noon-2pm. 3D tour available. Offers due by Sunday 2/6
IBRMLS #IB405928
Mar 31, 2022
Sold
$286,500
$229/sq ft
Jan 31, 2022
Listed
$259,000
$207/sq ft
IBRMLS #IB316105
Jul 29, 2019
Sold
$215,000
$172/sq ft
Mar 9, 2019
Listed
$220,000
$176/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,314
$19,200 + $280,800
$300,000
2025
$8,314 (+0.9%)
$19,200 + $280,800
$300,000
2024
$8,242 (−6.5%)
$19,200 + $280,800
$300,000
2023
$8,816 (+12.2%)
$19,200 + $265,800
$285,000
2022
$7,859 (+27.1%)
$19,200 + $225,800
$245,000
2021
$6,185 (−2.8%)
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2020
$6,364
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2019
$6,358 (+68.5%)
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2018
$3,774 (+36.5%)
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2017
$2,764 (−1.1%)
$19,200 + $135,800
$155,000
2016
$2,796 (+11.7%)
$19,200 + $105,800
$125,000
2015
$2,504 (−1.7%)
$19,200 + $105,800
$125,000
2014
$2,548
$19,200 + $95,800
$115,000
Tax history for 59 Sapsucker Woods Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,314
$19,200 + $280,800
$300,000
2025
$8,314 (+0.9%)
$19,200 + $280,800
$300,000
2024
$8,242 (−6.5%)
$19,200 + $280,800
$300,000
2023
$8,816 (+12.2%)
$19,200 + $265,800
$285,000
2022
$7,859 (+27.1%)
$19,200 + $225,800
$245,000
2021
$6,185 (−2.8%)
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2020
$6,364
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2019
$6,358 (+68.5%)
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2018
$3,774 (+36.5%)
$19,200 + $170,800
$190,000
2017
$2,764 (−1.1%)
$19,200 + $135,800
$155,000
2016
$2,796 (+11.7%)
$19,200 + $105,800
$125,000
2015
$2,504 (−1.7%)
$19,200 + $105,800
$125,000
2014
$2,548
$19,200 + $95,800
$115,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,250
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A04300000010060000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
NR
Neighborhood Residential District
The purpose of the Neighborhood Residential (NR) District is to define areas of the Town where established neighborhoods are situated in a rural landscape and constitute the primary land use. Single-family homes are the predominant form of development, and future development is unlikely. Home occupations are the primary commercial activity in this district. Agriculture is an allowed use in this district.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage, Asphalt, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer