Seller's Agent in 2025
Laurel Guy
Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown)
(607) 227-1556
6 in this area
151 Total Sales
423 E Seneca St Ithaca, NY 14850
Downtown Ithaca Neighborhood
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,947
Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Sauna
- Property is near public transit
- DeWitt Middle School Rated A-
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of August 2025Rooted in Ithaca history, this EXTRAORDINARY 3-Story 5 BR, 4 Bath Downtown Victorian was designed by Architect William Henry Miller, for the 2nd Mayor of Ithaca, John Barden. William Henry Miller was Ithaca’s most noted architect – he designed many of Cornell’s buildings, including the landmark McGraw Tower. Meticulously maintained. Over $200,000 of recent updates. It's the perfect balance between old Victorian and cool modern. This is a truly must-see, love at first sight, want to stay forever home. Sit out on the Front Porch and watch the sunset. Enjoy outdoor dinners on Flagstone Patio and Screened Porch. Grand Entry. Curved Main Staircase. 11-foot ceilings, crown molding, exquisite woodwork, original built-ins and refinished hardwood floors. New Chef's Kitchen with a Large Island, Silestone Counters, Wolf Stove, Bosch Dishwasher and Butler’s Pantry + Coffee Bar. Back Stairs too! Updated Tile Baths. Ideal for entertaining – great flow between the common spaces and plenty of room for overnight guests. Large Living Room with French and pocket doors opens to the Music Room with a gas fireplace. Blue Room - Media Room. Dining Room with floor-to-ceiling windows that opens to a Screened Porch and Private Terraced Fenced Yard. Luxurious Primary Suite with Office, Dressing Room, Tile Bath with Soaking Tub, Shower and Sauna. 3rd Floor Loft: In-Law Suite + Office + Gym with Kitchenette and Bath.EV Car Charger. Belle Sherman Elementary. There’s NO place like this home. You’ll want to be home for the holidays and every day in between. It’s literally a hop to the Commons and skip to Cornell -- this is as good as it gets!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown) Brokerage Phone: 607-227-1556 License #10371201385 Listed on: 04/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $29,320
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65x212
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Private Yard
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Slate Roof
- Tile Roof
- Membrane Roofing
- Rubber Roof
- Wood Siding
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 3,947 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Woodwork
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Leaded Glass Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Loft
- Bonus Room
- Storage Room
- Sauna
- Walk-Out Basement
- Storm Windows
- Attic
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Studio bedroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- No Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Grill
- Play Equipment
Location
- Property is near public transit
Schools
- Belle Sherman Elementary School
- Boynton Middle School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 69.-2-9
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 2, 2015
Closed on
Oct 29, 2015
Sold by
Apsel Alyssa
Bought by
Kinzler Katherine Diane and Clopton
Seller's Agent
Richard Patterson
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$557,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-3.04%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.09%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2002
Sold by
Raymond J & Trust & Trtee Kulla
Bought by
Apsel Alyssa B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 5, 1999
Sold by
Mclafferty Samuel
Bought by
Trust, Raymond J Kulla Tr Ust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 18, 1997
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 1995
Sold by
Garbarino James Garbarino Anne
Bought by
Mclafferty Samuel
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 1994
Sold by
Grippi Salvatore and Grippi Rosal
Bought by
Garbarino James and Garbarino Anne C
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $557,500 | Allan C. Vandemark | |
| Deed | $340,000 | Elizabeth Bixler | |
| Deed | $280,000 | Don Crittenden | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Land Contract | $210,000 | -- | |
| Land Contract | $224,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $659,115 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $417,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $262,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $71,400 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | Sold | $975,000 | 0.0% | $247 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | For Sale | $975,000 | +43.5% | $247 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2019 08/05/19 | Sold | $679,500 | -2.8% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2019 07/06/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2019 05/01/19 | For Sale | $699,000 | +25.4% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2015 10/29/15 | Sold | $557,500 | -3.0% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2015 09/29/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/02/2015 06/02/15 | For Sale | $575,000 | -- | $177 / Sq Ft |
Source: Ithaca Board of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,806 | $875,000 | $111,700 | $763,300 |
| 2023 | $17,139 | $792,000 | $111,700 | $680,300 |
| 2022 | $24,505 | $720,000 | $111,700 | $608,300 |
| 2021 | $23,831 | $680,000 | $111,700 | $568,300 |
| 2020 | $14,815 | $680,000 | $111,700 | $568,300 |
| 2019 | $15,444 | $550,000 | $111,700 | $438,300 |
| 2018 | $12,937 | $550,000 | $111,700 | $438,300 |
| 2017 | $13,296 | $550,000 | $78,000 | $472,000 |
| 2016 | $13,419 | $550,000 | $78,000 | $472,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $425,000 | $78,000 | $347,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $425,000 | $78,000 | $347,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Laurel Guy
-
Vincent Ferrara
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Vincent Ferrara
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
(607) 229-8573
1 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
Kevin O'Connor
K
Seller's Agent in 2019
Kevin O'Connor
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage Realty
(607) 592-0694
4 Total Sales
-
Jonah Freedman
J
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Jonah Freedman
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
6 Total Sales
-
Richard Patterson
Seller's Agent in 2015
Richard Patterson
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
(607) 257-3200
25 Total Sales
Map
Source: Ithaca Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: R1598047
APN: 500700-069-000-0002-009-000-0000
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