$435,000
$15K PRICE DROP

808 S Plain St Ithaca, NY 14850

Ithaca Area

Estimated payment $3,433/month

Total Views 51,518
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,320 Sq Ft
$330 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained Cape, located in Downtown Ithaca — right across from a charming city park. Perfectly situated near Wegmans and all the conveniences of downtown living, this home offers the ideal blend of neighborhood character and everyday accessibility. Step inside and discover an open-concept kitchen flowing seamlessly into the living room — perfect for entertaining. The main floor features two comfortable bedrooms and a fully updated bath. Head upstairs to find a generous primary suite with its own private, updated full bath — a true retreat at the end of the day. Outside, enjoy professionally landscaped grounds from front to back, a one-car garage, and a lovely flagstone patio in the backyard — ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. This cape is a rare find downtown. Schedule your private showing today.

Listing Agent

Melissa Shames

Howard Hanna S Tier Inc Brokerage Phone: 607-227-5323 License #10401258536 Listed on: 06/02/2026

Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,504

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x100
  • Rectangular Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,320 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Schools

  • Fall Creek Elementary School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating Available
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 500700-104-000-0001-006-000-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,504

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

5,000 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size: 50X100
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Attribution Contact: 607-227-5323
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full, Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Varies
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Bedroom on Main Level
  • Living Area: 1320.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Type: Bedroom, Laundry
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Blacktop Driveway, Deck
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Fall Creek Elementary
  • Junior High Dist: Ithaca

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000.0
  • Parcel #: 500700-104-000-0001-006-000-0000

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 12504.0

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Tax History

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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
2025 $11,683 $330,000 $39,700 $290,300
2024 $6,548 $330,000 $39,700 $290,300
2023 $6,843 $314,000 $39,700 $274,300
2022 $9,352 $285,000 $39,700 $245,300
2021 $8,679 $245,000 $39,700 $205,300
2020 $5,609 $245,000 $39,700 $205,300
2019 $1,976 $235,000 $39,700 $195,300
2018 $5,561 $235,000 $39,700 $195,300
2017 $5,111 $210,000 $24,000 $186,000
2016 $1,513 $60,000 $24,000 $36,000
2015 -- $60,000 $24,000 $36,000
2014 -- $60,000 $24,000 $36,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/24/2026 06/24/26 Price Changed $435,000 -3.3% $330 / Sq Ft
06/02/2026 06/02/26 For Sale $450,000 -- $341 / Sq Ft
Source: Ithaca Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $55,000 Don R Crittenden
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Walter Wiggins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $35,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Melissa Shames

Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

(607) 360-5781

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Prompt Honest Guidance with a personal touch. I have lived worked and raised my children in the Ithaca Community over the past 24 years and counting. Whether you are a first time home buyer looking to downsize or relocate I will make your goals my challenge. I will be here from start to finish to guide and provide resources to make your transition run smoothly. Call me anytime.

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MLS Number: R1680656

APN: 500700-104-000-0001-006-000-0000

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