Why Live in Northeast Ithaca
Northeast Ithaca, located 4 miles outside Downtown Ithaca, offers a blend of urban accessibility and community spirit. The neighborhood is known for its highly rated schools, including Northeast School, Dewitt Middle School, and Ithaca High School, which attract many families. Homes here, built in the 1950s to 1970s, feature raised ranches, split-level styles, and Colonial Revival and Cape Cod influences, often on spacious half-acre lots. The area is walkable with wider streets and proximity to Cornell University, providing easy access to picturesque natural spaces like the Ornithology Lab and Wilson Trail. Residents enjoy local amenities such as supermarkets, shopping centers, and casual dining options, with popular spots like the Triphammer Marketplace and the Shops at Ithaca Mall nearby. Recreational opportunities abound with nearby parks like Salem Park and Tareyton Park, and the expansive Cayuga Lake just 4 miles west. Community events, including the DeWitt Pride Parade and the Ithaca Festival, foster a strong neighborhood bond. Despite its walkability, residents often use cars for commuting, with convenient access to NY State Route 13 and Ithaca Tompkins International Airport just 3 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northeast Ithaca a good place to live?
Northeast Ithaca is a good place to live. Northeast Ithaca is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Northeast Ithaca has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $111,505 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 85.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Northeast Ithaca are renters, with 53% of residents renting and 47% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Northeast Ithaca can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Northeast Ithaca neighborhood guide.
Is Northeast Ithaca, NY a safe neighborhood?
Northeast Ithaca, NY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Northeast Ithaca?
The median home price in Northeast Ithaca is $320,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,660 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $71K a year to afford the median home price in Northeast Ithaca. The average household income in Northeast Ithaca is $112K.
What are the best public schools in Northeast Ithaca?
The best public schools that serve Northeast Ithaca are:
What are the best private schools in Northeast Ithaca?
The best private schools that serve Northeast Ithaca are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Northeast Ithaca, Lansing, NY?
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Are home prices dropping in Northeast Ithaca?
Yes, home prices in Northeast Ithaca are down 45% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Northeast Ithaca, NY
On average, homes in Northeast Ithaca, Lansing sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northeast Ithaca, Lansing over the last 12 months is $320,000, down 45% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$320,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$320,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$185,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$151
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$320,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-45%