East Hill is an Ithaca neighborhood bordered by Cascadilla Gorge Trail to the north and State Street to the south. It is conveniently situated about 2 miles from Cornell University and a mile from Downtown Ithaca. Residents benefit from living in a dense residential neighborhood within walking distance of restaurants, coffee shops and parks. “The neighborhood is a combination of older, single-family and rental homes,” says Karen Eldredge, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Real Estate. “Although the neighborhood is quite hilly, it’s a very walkable community, and most homes have lovely views overlooking downtown Ithaca.”
The campus of Cornell University rises above the East Hill neighborhood of Ithaca.
East Hill residents can shop year round at the famous Ithaca Farmers Market.
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East Hill’s historical homes
East Hill is home to Ithaca’s largest concentration of historically and architecturally significant buildings; many still retain their original facades and trim work from 1870-1920. Homes here tend to sit on small lots with small front yards. While many homes have private driveways, others rely on street parking. Most streets are lined with mature shade trees, and sidewalks are found throughout the area. “Much of the neighborhood is considered a historic district. That means no alterations can be done to the homes here without prior approval from the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission,” notes Patricia Ehrich, owner and manager of The Ivy at Cornell’s Door, a neighborhood inn. Prominent home styles in East Hill include Greek Revival, Italianate and Queen Anne. While many of the homes in East Hill have been converted to multi-family units or student housing, there is still plenty of single-family housing to be found. Home buyers should expect to pay between $353,000 and $540,000 for a four- or five-bedroom Greek Revival home. Updated Victorian homes in the community may run between $630,000 and $955,000.
There are many streets lined with classic American style homes in East Hill.
Many of the older houses in East Hill have been divided into apartments for students.
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Small parks and gorgeous gorges
Conway Park is a small green space in East Hill with a fenced-in playground area, basketball courts, benches and an open field. The neighborhood is just steps away from Cascadilla Gorge Trail. This scenic ¾-mile trail begins in the nearby Fall Creek neighborhood and leads past eight waterfalls on its way to the Cornell University campus. The Newman Municipal Golf Course, a challenging 9-hole course on the banks of Cayuga Lake, is about 1.5 miles from East Hill.
The Cascadilla Gorge Trail goes from East Hill all the way up to Cornell.
Conway Park offers a beautiful playground for children to play on.
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A row of restaurants
Residents can head to DeWitt Mall or Ithaca Commons for basic shopping needs. Grocery shopper can check off their lists at GreenStar Co-op in DeWitt Mall. Collegetown Bagels is just a half-mile from East Hill. The local breakfast spot is as popular with the locals as it is with Cornell students. Residents of East Hill are less than a mile from Restaurant Row, otherwise known as Aurora Street. Whether one is in the mood to grab a bite at a burger joint or enjoy a fine dining experience, that eatery is probably on the row. From Le Café Cent-Dix’s elegant French bistro menu to Asian Cuisine’s varied Japanese, Korean and Chinese dishes, Aurora Street offers a world of dining options. For those seeking a night on the town, Uncle Joe's Grill & Sports Bar and The Watershed are fun places to raise a glass with some pals.
Close to East Hill is Asia Cuisine which offers a variety of Chinese and Japanese food.
Discussing over dumplings at Asia Cuisine in East Hill.
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Ithaca High's High SAT scores
Children in the community may begin their public education at Belle Sherman School, which is within walking distance and serves kindergarten through fifth grade. The school has a 9-1 student-teacher ratio and is rated A-minus by Niche. DeWitt Middle School has an 8-1 student-teacher ratio and scores an A-minus rating. Ithaca Senior High School boasts an A rating. The school has an average SAT score of 1350, and 38% of its students are enrolled in the advanced placement program.
DeWitt Middle School is a highly rated, public school located in Ithaca, NY.
Ithaca High School ranks first in best public High Schools in Tompkins County on Niche.
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Photo shows and fun festivals
East Hill residents can head to State Street in Downtown Ithaca in June for the Annual Juried Photography Show. The event attracts photo entries from around the state and a panel of jurors selects the best ones that are then placed on exhibit for three days. In September, the Fall Creek neighborhood hosts Porchfest. Since 2007, local musicians have been voluntarily performing on the front porches of friends and volunteers in the neighborhood. Attendees can listen to music as they stroll through the neighborhood and check out the food trucks parked throughout the area. The annual Apple Harvest Festival in Downtown Ithaca returns in September with the crisp fall weather, introducing delicious new apple dishes and freshly pressed apple cider.
Getting around the town
Stewart Avenue runs through the neighborhood, and TCAT buses make regular stops throughout East Hill. The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is 5 miles away via Warren Road.
Electric bikes make climbing the steep slopes of East Hill much quicker and enjoyable.
The TCAT bus is one of the fastest ways for East Hill residents to get around Ithaca.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,468
Median Age
25
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
1.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,676
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,618
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
78.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
41''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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