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$2,400 / Month

518 Spencer Rd

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Ithaca, NY 14850

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  • Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    1,000 sq ft

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    Available Aug 1

518 Spencer Rd
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About This Home

Available Aug 1

This beautifully maintained and fully furnished 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and walkable convenience. Flooded with natural light, the home features a large eat-in kitchen with new appliances, including a dishwasher, along with a washer and dryer for added everyday ease. A recently renovated bathroom and thoughtful updates throughout make the home truly move-in ready. Step outside to enjoy a large private backyard with a fenced garden area, back porch, and dedicated grill space—perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Private off-street parking for up to three cars is included, a rare and valuable feature this close to downtown. Located just a short walk or bike ride to the Ithaca Commons, shopping, dining, and on a convenient bus route, this home offers easy access to everything Ithaca has to offer while still providing a quiet, residential feel. Lease details: Available August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027 only No option to extend (owner is overseas and returning at end of lease) Tenant pays all utilities Professional property management company on call for any issues Lawn care can be provided or negotiated into the lease at a discounted rate A rare opportunity to enjoy a spacious, well-appointed home in a prime Ithaca location—ideal for professionals, visiting faculty, or anyone seeking a high-quality one-year rental.

518 Spencer Rd is a house located in Tompkins County and the 14850 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ithaca City School District attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

House Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Furnished

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Furnished
  • Storage Space
  • Fenced Lot

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City - Ithaca

Nestled in the heart of the Finger Lakes region, Ithaca combines natural beauty with a thriving academic atmosphere as home to both Cornell University and Ithaca College. Located on the southern shore of Cayuga Lake, the city features more than 150 waterfalls within 10 square miles, including Ithaca Falls, while the surrounding gorges and state parks provide year-round outdoor recreation opportunities. Current rental trends show average apartment rates ranging from $1,690 for studios to $2,090 for two-bedroom units.

Downtown Ithaca centers around the pedestrian-friendly Ithaca Commons, where local shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues create a welcoming community atmosphere. The city offers diverse housing options across several neighborhoods. Fall Creek features historic architecture and tree-lined streets, while areas near Cornell University provide easy access to campus amenities.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Furnished
  • Storage Space
  • Fenced Lot
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Ithaca College
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
Cornell University
Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
SUNY Cortland
Drive: 38 min 21.8 mi
Elmira College
Drive: 43 min 32.7 mi
518 Spencer Rd is within 7 minutes or 2.7 miles from Ithaca College. It is also near Cornell University and SUNY Cortland.
Schools
South Hill School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Beverly J Martin Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Boynton Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Dewitt Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Ithaca Senior High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Immaculate Conception School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Eac Montessori School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Cascadilla School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

518 Spencer Rd is near Ithaca Tompkins International, located 6.4 miles or 13 minutes away, and Elmira/Corning Regional, located 33.3 miles or 44 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Ithaca Tompkins International
 Drive: 13 min 6.4 mi
Elmira/Corning Regional
 Drive: 44 min 33.3 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 518 Spencer Rd.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Ithaca Shopping Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Creekside Plaza
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
South Meadow Square
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
518 Spencer Rd has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Sciencenter
 Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Alan Treman State Marine Park
 Drive: 9 min 2.8 mi
Fuertes Observatory
 Drive: 8 min 3.0 mi
Cornell Plantations
 Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
Buttermilk Falls State Park
 Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
518 Spencer Rd has 5 parks within 4.6 miles, including Sciencenter, Buttermilk Falls State Park, and Fuertes Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
518 Spencer Rd is 3.7 miles and a 7 minute drive from Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Seneca Army Depot
Drive: 56 min 33.0 mi
US Military Reservation Skaneateles
Drive: 79 min 48.3 mi
518 Spencer Rd is 33.0 miles from Seneca Army Depot, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation Skaneateles.

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