Melissa Shames Real Estate Agent - Howard Hanna

289 Etna Rd, Ithaca, NY For Sale $425,000 - listed by Melissa Shames — For Sale $425,000

Melissa Shames listing agent for 3 Lakeview Dr, Lansing, NY - sold for $305,833 — Sold $305,833

512 W Seneca St, Ithaca, NY For Sale $330,000 - listed by Melissa Shames — For Sale $330,000

Melissa Shames buyer's agent for 206 Cascadilla Park Rd, Ithaca, NY - sold for $813,000 — Sold $813,000

212 Dubois Rd, Ithaca, NY For Sale $380,000 - listed by Melissa Shames — For Sale $380,000

Melissa Shames

Ithaca NY

Howard Hanna

133 Closed Sales

$53.6M Total Value

$233K - $885K Price Range

$403K Average Price

Prior 5 years

About Melissa

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.

Home Types: House, Lot/Land, Mobile Homes, Condo, Multifamily, Townhouse

Years of Experience: 12

Education: Tompkins Cortland Community College

Transaction History

1 Year
2 Year
5 Year

Seller Deals
Total Deals	15
Total Value	$6,632,083
Average Sale Price	$442,139
Price Range	$270K - $885K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	22
Total Value	$10,133,925
Average Sale Price	$460,633
Price Range	$245K - $813K

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	25
Total Value	$10,772,083
Average Sale Price	$430,883
Price Range	$260K - $885K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	38
Total Value	$15,604,925
Average Sale Price	$410,656
Price Range	$78K - $813K

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals
Total Deals	46
Total Value	$18,707,883
Average Sale Price	$406,693
Price Range	$180K - $885K

Buyer Deals
Total Deals	87
Total Value	$34,888,340
Average Sale Price	$401,015
Price Range	$78K - $840K

5 Year View

Areas Melissa is Experienced In

Ithaca

93 Sales
Dryden

25 Sales
Lansing

25 Sales
Lansing

12 Sales
South Hill

11 Sales
East Ithaca

8 Sales

Melissa's Listings and Deals

Melissa's Open Houses

$425,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,669 Sq Ft
289 Etna Rd

Ithaca, NY
Built in 2016, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath ranch offers easy one-level living just minutes from Cornell, Ithaca, and Dryden. Inside, an open layout centers on a large eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and sliders that lead straight out to the backyard. Fresh paint in the living room and kitchen gives the home a crisp, move-in-ready feel, and the

Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

Melissa's Active Listings

$330,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,428 Sq Ft
512 W Seneca St

Ithaca, NY
Come take a look at this well-maintained two-unit in downtown Ithaca. Upstairs you'll find a cozy one-bedroom, one-bath, and downstairs a spacious two-bedroom, one-bath — each unit with beautiful hardwood floors and great natural light. Both units share laundry and enjoy access to a private backyard complete with a raised bed garden area and plenty of space for hanging out with friends and

Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$380,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,372 Sq Ft
212 Dubois Rd

Ithaca, NY
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained ranch, where classic cedar siding sets the tone for what's waiting inside. Step in through the mudroom off the garage — the perfect drop zone for coats, boots, and everyday life, keeping the rest of the home clutter-free.From there, you're welcomed into a bright, sunlit interior with beautiful hardwood floors running throughout the upstairs.

Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$525,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,056 Sq Ft
116 Hilltop Rd

Ithaca, NY
Your Slice of Serenity - If peaceful mornings listening to frogs in the pond and birds chirping in the trees is your kind of lifestyle, come check out this beautiful contemporary set on 11.69 private acres, offering amazing long-range views and a picturesque pond. The interior delivers real quality and character.The main house features an open-concept kitchen, living room, and dining room —

Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$259,500
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,048 Sq Ft
312 Mcclintock Rd

Dryden, NY
Sweet and cozy Cape Cod with breathtaking hillside views! Start your mornings or wind down your evenings in the charming enclosed front porch — the perfect spot to take in the scenery with your favorite beverage in hand. Inside, you'll find a meticulously maintained 2-bedroom, 1 bath home featuring an updated kitchen that flows seamlessly into the dining area. The comfortable living room sits

Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$385,000

Pending
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,048 Sq Ft
209 Stonehaven Cir

Newfield, NY
Picture mornings with coffee in an open, light-filled kitchen that flows right into the dining and living space — high ceilings overhead, mini-splits keeping the temperature comfortable for every season. This 2018 build is designed for easy living, with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, including a primary suite with a private ensuite and walk-in closet.The lower level adds two

Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$329,900

Pending
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,716 Sq Ft
32 Greystone Dr

Dryden, NY
If you've been searching for a well-maintained home in the Village of Dryden with all the big updates already done — your search stops at 32 Greystone.This charming three-bedroom, two-bath home has been thoughtfully refreshed from top to bottom. We're talking a brand-new roof and gutters, so you're covered — literally — for years to come. The home has been outfitted with mini-split

Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

Recently Sold

$305,833

Sold Aug 27, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,184 Sq Ft
3 Lakeview Dr

Lansing, NY
- 6% Above List
- 50 Days On Market
- $258/SF
- Current Est. Value $305K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$600,000

Sold Aug 13, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,288 Sq Ft
16 W Meadow Dr

Ithaca, NY
- 3% Below List
- 37 Days On Market
- $262/SF
- Current Est. Value $606K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$885,000

Sold Aug 12, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,886 Sq Ft
21 Waterview Heights

Ithaca, NY
- 6% Below List
- 55 Days On Market
- $228/SF
- Current Est. Value $931K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$312,500

Sold Aug 3, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,503 Sq Ft
519 Nelson Rd

Ithaca, NY
- 10% Below List
- 76 Days On Market
- $208/SF
- Current Est. Value $322K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$292,000

Sold Jul 28, 2026
- 4 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,614 Sq Ft
102 Ridge Rd

Lansing, NY
- 6% Below List
- 62 Days On Market
- $181/SF
- Current Est. Value $304K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$380,000

Sold Jun 24, 2026
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,789 Sq Ft
1731 Hanshaw Rd

Ithaca, NY
- 5% Below List
- 46 Days On Market
- $136/SF
- Current Est. Value $381K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$295,000

Sold Mar 17, 2026
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 1,050 Sq Ft
88 Penny Ln

Ithaca, NY
- 5% Below List
- 90 Days On Market
- $281/SF
- Current Est. Value $291K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$342,200

Sold Jan 13, 2026
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,864 Sq Ft
517 W Buffalo St

Ithaca, NY
- 2% Below List
- 138 Days On Market
- $184/SF
- Current Est. Value $345K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

$310,000

Sold Dec 26, 2025
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,145 Sq Ft
25 E Main St

Dryden, NY
- 105 Days On Market
- $145/SF
- Current Est. Value $301K
Melissa Shames Howard Hanna S Tier Inc

Awards and Designations

CBR - Certified Buyer Representative

Other Experience

First Time Homebuyers, Investments, Luxury Homes, Property Management

Agent License: New York 10401258536

Melissa Shames

(607) 275-5407

Nearby Homes

Melissa Shames

About Melissa

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Buyer Deals

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Areas Melissa is Experienced In

Melissa's Listings and Deals

Melissa's Open Houses

Melissa's Active Listings

Recently Sold

Awards and Designations

Other Experience