517 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850
What This Townhouse Offers
Available August 1st, this bright and spacious 3+ bedroom, 1-bath apartment spans the second and third floors of a charming South Hill duplex, located just four blocks from the Ithaca Commons and minutes from both Ithaca College and Cornell University. The unit has been recently refreshed with new carpet, updated flooring, and fresh paint throughout, giving the space a clean, modern feel while
maintaining its original charm.
With a covered front porch and a beautiful entry staircase, this home welcomes you into a thoughtfully laid-out space full of character and natural light. The second floor features three well-sized bedrooms, a comfortable living room, a full bathroom, and a smaller kitchen with everything you need. Large windows throughout provide great sunlight and a warm, airy atmosphere.
What truly sets this apartment apart is the entire third floor, which includes a bonus room and a spacious second living area — perfect for relaxing, studying, or spending time together. It's a rare find at a great value. Off-street parking is available, and the property is professionally managed for responsive support and peace of mind. Tenants are responsible for utilities.
This home is ideal for anyone seeking flexible, multi-level living just steps from downtown, public transit, and the colleges.
Unit Amenities:
Carpet, Handrails, Hardwood floors, Heat, Linen closet, Pet friendly, Refrigerator, Storage space, Stove and oven, Vinyl floors, Window coverings
Historic home just 4 blocks from Ithaca Commons. Located in Ithaca's south hill neighborhood this house is convenient to it all! Lawn care and snow removal included in rent.
Unit
Townhome Features
- Hardwood Floors
- Range
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Storage Space
517 S Aurora St is a townhome for rent in Ithaca, NY
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Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Transit
Limited public transit
Driveability
Very drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
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Active
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Travel and Transit
Airport
13 min Drive
Airport
48 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Beverly J Martin Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
South Hill School
Grades PK-5
Public
Immaculate Conception School
Grades PK-5
Private
Boynton Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Dewitt Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Ithaca Senior High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Cascadilla School
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Ithaca College | Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi) |
| Cornell University | Drive: 5 min (2.6 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 517 S Aurora St proximity to Co-Op Shopping Center, Creekside Plaza, and Ithaca Shopping Plaza. Co-Op Shopping Center is 0.8 miles away, and Creekside Plaza is within a 20 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 517 S Aurora St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Sciencenter, Fuertes Observatory, and Cornell Plantations.
Airports
Living in Ithaca provides easy access to Ithaca Tompkins International, located just 11 minutes from 517 S Aurora St. Another nearby airport is Elmira/Corning Regional, located 34.6 miles away.
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