Walking just a few blocks east of College Avenue in Ithaca, it quickly becomes apparent that the Bryant Park/Belle Sherman neighborhood is much more of a year-round residential community than the busy Cornell University's Collegetown area. Here, one finds grassy front lawns and quiet residential streets. “Belle Sherman is one of the top three areas in Ithaca where houses move the quickest,” says Johan Dulfer, an associate broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage, who has been selling homes in the area for five years. The neighborhood, located on the city’s eastern edge, is home to a mix of residents, including longtime homeowners, college professors, students and investors.
From Linden Ave in Bryant Park and Belle Sherman one can see up the hill to Cornell University.
Many homes in Bryant Park and Belle Sherman are surrounded by mature trees.
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Older and established homes
Homes in this neighborhood tend to sit further from the street than many other Ithaca neighborhoods. The lots are larger as well. “There are no new homes in Belle Sherman. The housing stock is older and more traditional,” says Dulfer. Home styles here include Tudors, craftsman, Victorians and bungalows. For a single-family craftsman, home buyers can expect to pay between $400,000 and $700,000.
Bryant Park and Belle Sherman houses often have large, green lawns.
This beautiful Craftsman styled home can be found in Bryant Park and Belle Sherman.
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Elementary kids can walk to school
Children in the community may begin their public school education at Belle Sherman School, which is within walking distance of most neighborhood homes and serves kindergarten through fifth grade. The school has a 9-1 student-teacher ratio and an A-minus rating from Niche. DeWitt Middle School has an 8-1 student-teacher ratio and an A-minus rating. Ithaca Senior High School has an A rating. The school has an average SAT score of 1350.
DeWitt Middle School is a highly rated, public school located in Ithaca, NY.
Belle Sherman has a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1.
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From gyros to groceries
There are few shopping options in this neighborhood, but in Collegetown, dozens of international restaurants, busy bars and hip shops cater to the college crowd. The Souvlaki House is known for its generous portions of Greek and Italian classics like gyros and pizza. Ithaca Beer is a local brewery; its Flower Power IPA is an area favorite. For other shopping needs, Ithaca Commons is just a mile away. Grocery shoppers can check off their lists at Aldi on 3rd Street. There is a Walmart Supercenter 3 miles away on Memorial Parkway.
Souvlaki House is a standby for Collegetown and Bryant Park and Belle Sherman residents.
For groceries Bryant Park and Belle Sherman residents can shop nearby at Aldi's.
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Nearby things to do and see
In spring, the Fall Creek neighborhood celebrates Streets Alive! A simple, one-day affair when the streets are closed to traffic and open for the people. Attendees are free to dance, jump rope, open a lemonade stand or whatever else they want to do. Many Ithacans head to Fall Creek in September to enjoy Porchfest. Since 2007, local musicians have been performing on the front porches of area homes. Attendees can listen to music and check out the food trucks parked throughout the area. The Apple Harvest Festival returns to Downtown Ithaca with crisp fall weather, introducing delicious new apple dishes and freshly pressed apple cider.
State parks and swimming holes
The community has few green spaces, but nearby Buttermilk Falls State Park features 10 waterfalls and several hiking trails. The upper section of the park features a small lake and trails; along the gorge and rim of the creek are a playground, picnic areas and playing fields. The lower park has a natural pool for swimming, a campground and playing fields. Nearby Robert H. Treman State Park is 1,100 acres of untamed beauty. The central feature of the park is the Enfield Glen Gorge. Hikers can take trails past 12 waterfalls. Campers can pitch a tent or rent a cabin at the lower end of the park. Swimming is permitted in a pool at the base of a waterfall.
Buttermilk Falls is a great place to picnic.
Bryant Park and Belle Sherman residents can beat the heat at nearby Buttermilk Falls.
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Getting around the town
This is a walkable community. Ithaca Road runs through the neighborhood. TCAT buses have regular stops throughout Bryant Park and Belle Sherman. The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is 5 miles away via Warren Road.
The TCAT bus can take Bryant Park and Belle Sherman residents almost anyplace in Ithaca.
While many Bryant Park and Belle Sherman residents drive there are other options.
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Parks in this Area
Buttermilk Falls State Park
Transit
Airport
Ithaca Tompkins International
12 min drive
Bus
Ithaca & Elmwood
Bus
State & Mlk & Cornell
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bryant Park and Belle Sherman
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bryant Park and Belle Sherman, Ithaca sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bryant Park and Belle Sherman, Ithaca over the last 12 months is $495,250, down 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,330
Median Age
26
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$26,227
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,121
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
83.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
47.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
41''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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