West Hill
Ithaca's gorgeous gorges and family fun
Ithaca Children’s Garden is an award-winning, 3-acre public garden designed for kids. Its immersive, hands-on experiences include a troll house, a bird habitat garden and a rice paddy. Stewart Park is a popular green space about 3 miles from West Hill. The park features tennis courts, athletic fields, a spray pool and a playground with a carousel. At nearby Cass Park, locals can enjoy the swimming pool and 32 athletic fields during the summer months. In winter, the Cass Park Skating Rink offers public ice skating and lessons. “The west side of Ithaca has really begun to develop,” says Brian Poulson of Discover Ithaca, a hospitality-based organization providing paddleboat rentals, chartered boat services, bikes and hotel reservations. “We think West Hill has some of the most beautiful waterfront in the area.” Hikers will enjoy the Black Diamond Trail in West Hill. The 8.5-mile path runs along a former railroad line and leads past woods, ravines and a 215-foot waterfall. Nearby Robert H. Teman State Park is 1,100 acres of untamed natural beauty, drastic gorges and waterfalls that cascade into crystal blue pools. During the summer, swimming is permitted in some of those pools. Hikers can choose a variety of trails that lead past 12 waterfalls and at the end of the day, campers can pitch a tent at the lower end of the park.
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West Hill homes offer privacy
West Hill’s streets resemble tree-lined country lanes more than suburban roads, and most homes are separated from their neighbors by groves of trees. “West Hill offers homeowners a bit more space and more distance between houses than the rest of Ithaca,” Shames says. There is a wide variety of home styles in the neighborhood including farmhouses, colonials and ranch-style houses. Three-bedroom colonial-style homes in West Hill average between $308,000 and $530,000, while a four bedroom ranch-style home sells for between $300,000 and $450,000.
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An Ivy League college in Ithaca
Children in the area may begin their public education at Beverly J. Martin Elementary School which has a 7-1 student-teacher ratio and a B-minus score from Niche. DeWitt Middle School has an 8-1 student-teacher ratio and an A-minus grade. Ithaca Senior High School has an A rating. The high school has an average SAT score of 1350. Cornell University is a private, researched-based Ivy League school in Ithaca with about 22,000 students, including more than 5,100 foreign students from 120 nations. Famous alumni include Dr. Anthony Fauci and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. Ithaca College is a private institution of about 6,200 students focusing on liberal arts studies.
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Nearby shops and waterfront restaurants
West Hill is home to several local businesses, including Indian Farm where visitors can pick their own strawberries, apples, pumpkins and vegetables. Beginning in August, the farm makes its own apple cider. Many families bring a picnic to enjoy after a day of exploring the farm. The Boatyard Grill is one mile from the neighborhood. Located on land overlooking Cayuga Lake, the vibrant bar and restaurant features grilled steaks and fresh seafood. The Saigon Kitchen in Ithaca’s downtown serves hot and spicy Vietnamese food. Just across the Cayuga Inlet, the Ports of New York Winery specializes in fortified wines. A short drive away, Six Mile Creek Vineyard produces a variety of wines, and its 2019 Cabernet Franc won the New York Governor’s Cup. Just outside the neighborhood, right off New York 13, South Meadow Square is home to a Walmart Supercenter and Lowe’s Home Improvement. Grocery shoppers can cross off their lists at Trader Joe’s or Wegmans.
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Summer fun and apple harvests
Stewart Park hosts Ithaca’s annual Reggae Fest in June. The music-filled event includes food trucks and craft vendors along with dancing, kids’ activities, yoga and skateboarding, The Apple Harvest Festival returns with crisp fall weather. During the three-day festival, visitors are introduced to all sorts of facts and information regarding the apple as week as delectable new recipes and apple cider.
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Getting around West Hill
The neighborhood is about 2 miles from Downtown Ithaca and Cornell University and 2.5 miles from Ithaca College. Ithaca Tompkins Airport is a 6-mile drive. Three bridges lead from West Hill to the east side of Ithaca. Syracuse commuters have a 56-mile drive along NY-13 and I-81. This is a walkable neighborhood, although a vehicle may be necessary during the snowy winter months. Tompkins County Consolidated Area Transit provides service throughout the city.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Karen Hollands
Karen Hollands
Howard Hanna
(607) 269-4358
209 Total Sales
5 in West Hill
$253K - $410K Price Range
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Jolene Rightmyer-Macolini
Jolene Rightmyer-Macolini
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage Realty
(607) 366-5949
112 Total Sales
1 in West Hill
$400,000 Price
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Kathleen Seaman
Kathleen Seaman
Responds QuicklyWarren Real Estate of Ithaca
(607) 603-7882
198 Total Sales
3 in West Hill
$260K - $387K Price Range
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Vicki Schamel
Vicki Schamel
Keller Williams Realty Southern Tier & Finger Lakes
(607) 603-7644
165 Total Sales
1 in West Hill
$220,000 Price
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Terri Starr
Terri Starr
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
(607) 564-4392
118 Total Sales
3 in West Hill
$160K - $306K Price Range
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Jamie Jensen
Jamie Jensen
Responds QuicklyHoward Hanna
(607) 391-2590
97 Total Sales
1 in West Hill
$631,000 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Taughannock Falls State Park
Robert H Treman State Park
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West Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Hill, Ithaca sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Hill, Ithaca over the last 12 months is $575,208.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Sale Price
$575,208
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
472
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,673
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,060
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,681
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 1610am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$840 - $2,283 per month
- West Village Apartments
- 1-4 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 686+ Sq Ft
- 150 W Village Place
- Ithaca, NY
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,785
Median Age
43
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,967
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,808
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
61.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
41''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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