Bryant Park and Belle Sherman Houses for Sale

The Bryant Park and Belle Sherman neighborhood in Ithaca, located just east of College Avenue, is a year-round residential area distinct from the bustling Collegetown of Cornell University. This neighborhood features grassy front lawns and quiet streets, with homes set back further from the road on larger lots. The housing stock is older and traditional, including styles such as Tudors, craftsman, Victorians, and bungalows. The community is diverse, with longtime homeowners, college professors, students, and investors. Children in the area attend highly rated schools, including Belle Sherman School, DeWitt Middle School, and Ithaca Senior High School. While the neighborhood itself has limited green spaces, nearby Buttermilk Falls State Park and Robert H. Treman State Park offer extensive outdoor features, including waterfalls, hiking trails, and swimming areas. Shopping options within the neighborhood are limited, but Collegetown and Ithaca Commons, just a mile away, provide a variety of dining, nightlife, and retail options. Grocery needs can be met at Aldi on 3rd Street or the Walmart Supercenter 3 miles away. The community is walkable, with regular TCAT bus stops and proximity to Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, just 5 miles away. Local events such as Streets Alive!, Porchfest, and the Apple Harvest Festival add to the neighborhood's vibrant community life.