This charming, Raised Ranch has been tastefully updated and a family-owned home for over 30 years. Nestled up atop a private, paved driveway on 5.91 acres of wooded privacy & open meadow. As you arrive, you are warmly greeted by the meticulously landscaped yard and natural stone walkways as nature adorns your senses at every corner. Natural Light penetrates throughout this 3 Bed/2 Full Bath, approx. 2100sf home that boasts numerous modern updates: New roof, newly installed Mitsubishi MiniSplits; 200 amp electric; newer LOW-E windows, owned- water filtration system; highspeed internet (current provider is Frontier) Cherry Hardwood Floors, spacious Quartz Counters/ New Stainless Appliances, Breakfast Bar, 400sf foot addition, 3 car garage, beautiful landscaping/ balcony decks & much more! Not only that but it is conveniently located between Ithaca/ Cortland and close to Cornell. DO NOT MISS OUT as this meticulously cared for & elegantly updated home is ready for its new owner!
This charming, Raised Ranch has been tastefully updated and a family-owned home for over 30 years. Nestled up atop a private, paved driveway on 5.91 acres of wooded privacy & open meadow. As you arrive, you are warmly greeted by the meticulously landscaped yard and natural stone walkways as nature adorns your senses at every corner. Natural Light penetrates throughout this 3 Bed/2 Full Bath, approx. 2100sf home that boasts numerous modern updates: New roof, newly installed Mitsubishi MiniSplits; 200 amp electric; newer LOW-E windows, owned- water filtration system; highspeed internet (current provider is Frontier) Cherry Hardwood Floors, spacious Quartz Counters/ New Stainless Appliances, Breakfast Bar, 400sf foot addition, 3 car garage, beautiful landscaping/ balcony decks & much more! Not only that but it is conveniently located between Ithaca/ Cortland and close to Cornell. DO NOT MISS OUT as this meticulously cared for & elegantly updated home is ready for its new owner!
IBRMLS #IB131688
May 19, 2010
Listed
$223,000
$106/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 16, 2009
Sold
$175,100
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,066
$44,800 + $400,200
$445,000
2025
$11,066 (+1.2%)
$44,800 + $400,200
$445,000
2024
$10,933 (−6.0%)
$44,800 + $400,200
$445,000
2023
$11,636 (+95.1%)
$44,800 + $385,200
$430,000
2022
$5,963 (+0.4%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2021
$5,940 (−2.3%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2020
$6,077 (+1.5%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2019
$5,985 (+8.2%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2018
$5,532 (+23.4%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2017
$4,484 (−0.8%)
$44,800 + $155,200
$200,000
2016
$4,522 (−1.3%)
$51,300 + $108,700
$160,000
2015
$4,581 (−26.5%)
$51,300 + $108,700
$160,000
2014
$6,232
$51,300 + $108,700
$160,000
Tax history for 686 Ringwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,066
$44,800 + $400,200
$445,000
2025
$11,066 (+1.2%)
$44,800 + $400,200
$445,000
2024
$10,933 (−6.0%)
$44,800 + $400,200
$445,000
2023
$11,636 (+95.1%)
$44,800 + $385,200
$430,000
2022
$5,963 (+0.4%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2021
$5,940 (−2.3%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2020
$6,077 (+1.5%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2019
$5,985 (+8.2%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2018
$5,532 (+23.4%)
$44,800 + $170,200
$215,000
2017
$4,484 (−0.8%)
$44,800 + $155,200
$200,000
2016
$4,522 (−1.3%)
$51,300 + $108,700
$160,000
2015
$4,581 (−26.5%)
$51,300 + $108,700
$160,000
2014
$6,232
$51,300 + $108,700
$160,000
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,048
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A06600000010300120000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
CV
Conservation District
The purpose of the Conservation (CV) District is to protect areas of the Town that contain a variety of ecological and open space assets that warrant protection from the impacts of development. Residential uses and agriculture will remain the primary land use activities.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Window Features: Window Coverings
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
Directions: From Downtown Ithaca: Take East State Street to Mitchell to Ellis Hollow Road. Proceed a little over 5 miles on Ellis Hollow then left onto Ellis Hollow Creek Road. Go .6 miles and turn right onto Ringwood Road. In .7 miles, the destination is on the left. Private drive. From Cortland/ Route 13: Take Rt 13S toward Ithaca. Turn Left onto Ringwood Road and follow for about 3.5 miles. Private Drive on the Right. Follow signs.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,048
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.91 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: —
County: Tompkins County
APN: 502489A06600000010300120000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Caroline Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
Dewitt Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 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
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$450,000 – $545,000
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