For sale

$339,000

Est. $2,631/mo —

•

1,878

sq ft

71 Besemer Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850

About this home

Enjoy the best of both worlds at this versatile two-family property set on 1.03 acres just outside Brooktondale. Ideal for owner occupancy, multigenerational living, or investment, the property features two spacious 2-bedroom units. The two-story unit offers 1.5 baths, an updated kitchen, and open living space, while the second unit provides convenient single-level living with an open kitchen and living area, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Enjoy a peaceful country setting with easy access to Ithaca, Cornell University, and Ithaca College. Nearby state forests offer miles of hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Live in one and rent the other, accommodate extended family, or enjoy the income potential of a well-located two-family property.

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

1.03 acresLot Size

$181Price/Sq.Ft.

Listing by Kyle Steele • Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

Contact: 607-342-2148

Listing updated: Sep 15, 2026 at 06:18pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:IBRMLS #R1706095

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$2,631 per month

Principal and interest$1,896

Property taxes

$687

HOA dues

Home insurance

$48

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Caroline Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

71 Besemer Rd · $339,000

Strong offer

$339K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $339K+ is a strong offer

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Most homes are selling 2% below list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Interior features
Eat-in kitchen
Kitchen island
11 total rooms
Crawl space with sump pump

Bedrooms
2 main-level bedrooms

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
2 main-level bathrooms

Kitchen
Electric oven
Electric range
Range hood
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Exhaust fan

Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Electric water heater

Flooring
Carpet
Laminate
Tile
Vinyl
Varies

Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Hot water heating
Natural gas

Sale and tax history for 71 Besemer Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

IBRMLS #R1706099

Aug 26, 2026

Price Changed

$339,000

$181/sq ft

Aug 11, 2026

Listed

$360,000

$192/sq ft

+20

IBRMLS #R1706095

Aug 26, 2026

Price Changed

$339,000

$181/sq ft

Aug 11, 2026

Listed

$360,000

$192/sq ft

IBRMLS #IB306530

Sep 2, 2016

Sold

$175,100

$93/sq ft

Jun 7, 2016

Listed

$159,900

$85/sq ft

This contemporary home was built as a two family, however easily converted into a single family home with a doorway between the two units. The right side is a 2-story, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with a large living room, dining room and kitchen. Includes laundry and a back door to the deck and yard. The left side is a single story 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with a large living room and eat-in kitchen. Features a brand new stove and refrigerator. Separate utilities for both electric and natural gas. Enjoy the privacy and peacefulness of this wooded 1 acre lot, yet just minutes from downtown Ithaca.

Public Records

Dec 21, 1995

Sold

$91,000

$48/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,300

$20,100 + $319,900

$340,000

2025

$8,300 (+2.1%)

$20,100 + $319,900

$340,000

2024

$8,126 (+23.8%)

$20,100 + $319,900

$340,000

2023

$6,561 (+6.4%)

$20,100 + $232,900

$253,000

2022

$6,165 (+10.6%)

$20,100 + $209,900

$230,000

2021

$5,572 (−3.9%)

$20,100 + $179,900

$200,000

2020

$5,795 (+1.9%)

$20,100 + $179,900

$200,000

2019

$5,687 (+15.7%)

$20,100 + $179,900

$200,000

2018

$4,916 (−3.3%)

$20,100 + $179,900

$200,000

2017

$5,083 (+0.6%)

$20,100 + $149,900

$170,000

2016

$5,055 (−1.0%)

$20,100 + $149,900

$170,000

2015

$5,105 (−26.5%)

$20,100 + $144,900

$165,000

2014

$6,950

$20,100 + $144,900

$165,000

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

1.7

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.03 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,878

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,878

Year built

1985

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Tompkins County

APN

502000A01100000010050740000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.

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

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 93° 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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Ithaca, NY • 14850

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Sun exposure

95/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 22% for direct sun exposure in Ithaca. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.9 hrs

5.8 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 71 Besemer Rd

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $302,000 and $456,500.

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $302K to $457K.

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4 beds3 baths2,126 sq ft
28 Michigan Hollow Rd, Spencer, NY 14883
Listing by Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
$12/sq ft
smaller lot
27 years older
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$302,000 Last sold price
5 beds2 baths1,862 sq ft
138 Belle School Rd, Brooktondale, NY 14817
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$19/sq ft
larger lot
120 years older
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$435,000 Last sold price
3 beds3 baths1,920 sq ft
266 Thomas Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
Listing by Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
$46/sq ft
larger lot
2 years newer
SOLD MAR 30, 2026
$355,000 Last sold price
3 beds2.5 baths2,205 sq ft
1964 Coddington Rd, Brooktondale, NY 14817
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$20/sq ft
larger lot
185 years older
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$456,500 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,716 sq ft
231 Strawberry Hill Cir #2, Ithaca, NY 14850
Listing by Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
$85/sq ft
smaller lot
5 years older
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$452,000 Last sold price
5 beds3 baths2,210 sq ft
6 Knoll Tree Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
Listing by Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
$24/sq ft
17 years older
basement

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