Varna Homes for Sale

Varna, a small hamlet just 4 miles east of Downtown Ithaca, offers a quiet yet diverse community with a mix of students, professionals, and families. The Varna Community Center is a hub of activity, hosting events, classes, and the popular GEO WHIZ geography quiz. The center also provides childcare and serves as a voting location. Proximity to Cornell University contributes to the semi-transient population, enhancing the area's cultural diversity. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby Cornell Botanic Gardens, which feature extensive hiking and biking trails, including the Cayuga Trail and Monkey Run. The Dryden Rail Trail, connecting to the Ithaca Rail Trail, is a popular route for cyclists and walkers. Housing in Varna ranges from Colonial Revival styles and raised ranches to mobile homes in the Hillside Acres Mobile Home Park. New construction on the outskirts adds to the community's growth. Varna students attend the Ithaca City School District, with highly rated DeWitt Middle School and Ithaca Senior High School. For shopping and dining, residents frequent East Hill Plaza and local eateries like Antlers Steak House and Brewer’s Kitchen and Taproom. Route 366 provides direct access to Cornell University and Downtown Ithaca, while Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is just 5 miles away. The crime rate in Varna is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal as a safe place to live.