South Side Homes for Rent

An established neighborhood of Ithaca, Southside is a historically Black community that celebrates a rich history spanning over 150 years. Historic landmarks include the oldest church of Ithaca, St. James AME Zion Church. The small chapel was a known information hub for the Underground Railroad, frequented by pioneers Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass. The church’s history and the neighborhood’s other historical aspects have helped Southside build a diverse community that celebrates its cultural heritage and fosters a spirit of unity and pride. Southside continues to be a significant center of African American community life today. Just steps away from the bustle of Downtown, Southside offers a highly walkable residential corner of Ithaca, pulling residents who appreciate the neighborhood’s quiet streets while benefiting from proximity to Downtown’s attractions. “Southside’s walkability and proximity to Downtown are some of the neighborhood’s biggest appeals,” says local Realtor Claudia Lagalla of Howard Hanna. “You can walk to just about anything you need, from pharmacies to coffee shops.” The slew of closely clustered single-family homes along Southside’s residential streets