Why Live in North Side
North Side in Ithaca is a diverse, close-knit neighborhood bordered by Cascadilla Creek, Route 13, and Cascadilla Street. Developed in the 1930s, it features a mix of apartments, multi-family, and single-family homes, including Victorian, Colonial Revival-style, and bungalows, though newer townhouses are also available. The area is known for its tree-lined streets, small lots, and front porches that encourage neighborly interactions. Residents enjoy a variety of nearby attractions, such as the Sciencenter, the Carl Sagan Planet Walk, the Cascadilla Gorge Trail, and Conway Park. The Ithaca Farmers Market and Ithaca Commons, with its shops, galleries, and eateries, are within walking distance. Notable dining options include Gimme! Coffee, HaKaCha, and Krispy Krunch Chicken. The neighborhood hosts events like Porchfest and the Apple Harvest Festival. Schools in the area include the highly rated DeWitt Middle School and Ithaca Senior High School. North Side is well-connected by TCAT buses, making it easy to reach Downtown, Cornell University, and Ithaca College. The Cayuga Medical Center is less than 5 miles away, and Ithaca Airport is 5 miles via NY 13.
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