Affordable homeownership is within reach! This cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow is just minutes to Cornell University, Downtown Ithaca and Dryden, and is located right on the bus route. An expansive backyard, with plenty of room for gardens, entertaining, and fenced-in safety for all your furry friends. A solid rental history makes this an excellent investment property or the perfect opportunity to pursue your dream of homeownership. Close to walking & biking trails. An automatic overhead door in walk-out basement elevates your options for storage, a workshop, or ease of access. A great opportunity to build equity in this gem. Check it out before it's SOLD!
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$275Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Ryan Mitchell• Warren Real Estate Downtown Of
Affordable homeownership is within reach! This cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow is just minutes to Cornell University, Downtown Ithaca and Dryden, and is located right on the bus route. An expansive backyard, with plenty of room for gardens, entertaining, and fenced-in safety for all your furry friends. A solid rental history makes this an excellent investment property or the perfect opportunity to pursue your dream of homeownership. Close to walking & biking trails. An automatic overhead door in walk-out basement elevates your options for storage, a workshop, or ease of access. A great opportunity to build equity in this gem. Check it out before it's SOLD!
Public Records
Aug 22, 2013
Sold
$129,500
$154/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 8, 2009
Sold
$130,000
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 2008
Sold
$115,500
$138/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 15, 2003
Sold
$81,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
May 12, 1993
Sold
$67,000
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,612
$16,500 + $168,500
$185,000
2025
$4,612 (+5.7%)
$16,500 + $168,500
$185,000
2024
$4,363 (−8.6%)
$16,500 + $168,500
$185,000
2023
$4,771 (−12.9%)
$16,500 + $162,500
$179,000
2022
$5,478 (+33.8%)
$16,500 + $153,500
$170,000
2021
$4,095 (−2.0%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2020
$4,179 (+0.1%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2019
$4,173 (−0.2%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2018
$4,181 (+1.2%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2017
$4,133
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2016
$4,137 (−0.8%)
$18,100 + $106,900
$125,000
2015
$4,169 (+58.5%)
$18,100 + $106,900
$125,000
2014
$2,630
$18,100 + $106,900
$125,000
Tax history for 96 Lower Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,612
$16,500 + $168,500
$185,000
2025
$4,612 (+5.7%)
$16,500 + $168,500
$185,000
2024
$4,363 (−8.6%)
$16,500 + $168,500
$185,000
2023
$4,771 (−12.9%)
$16,500 + $162,500
$179,000
2022
$5,478 (+33.8%)
$16,500 + $153,500
$170,000
2021
$4,095 (−2.0%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2020
$4,179 (+0.1%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2019
$4,173 (−0.2%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2018
$4,181 (+1.2%)
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2017
$4,133
$16,500 + $108,500
$125,000
2016
$4,137 (−0.8%)
$18,100 + $106,900
$125,000
2015
$4,169 (+58.5%)
$18,100 + $106,900
$125,000
2014
$2,630
$18,100 + $106,900
$125,000
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
840
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Tompkins County
APN
502489A04500000010300000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 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: Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Washer