Library Place
105 W Court St,
Ithaca, NY 14850
$2,500 - $4,500 | 1-3 Beds
Ithaca
Ithaca, NY
Area Guide
A charming lakefront city with plenty of outdoor adventure
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Collegetown
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Ithaca is a charming city nestled along Cayuga Lake and is home to both Cornell University and Ithaca College. In addition to perusing museums, renters will revel in the lively nightlife scene in Ithaca Commons and Collegetown. You'll be amazed at the natural beauty that surrounds Ithaca. With over 100 waterfalls, countless parks, and wildlife preserves, there is endless outdoor recreational fun. Enjoy the summer concerts, art museums and galleries, farm-to-table restaurants, unique shops, breweries, wineries, and hiking trails. Ithaca has something for every renter. Grab some fresh produce and handcrafted items at the local Ithaca Famers Market. Hike to the falls at Ithaca Falls, a hidden gem situated towards the heart of downtown. This 150-foot-tall natural site is open year-round. Nearby is Stewart Park, a popular lakefront park with golf courses and tennis courts. A variety of community gardens are sprinkled throughout the area and include the Ithaca Community Gardens and Easy Street Garden, making Ithaca a sustainable city. There are countless modern apartments and luxury condos available for rent in Ithaca.
Explore the City
Paddle boarding is one of the most popular water activities in Ithaca.
Ports of New York is a popular winery in Ithaca with a French history and heritage.
The Commons hosts a plethora of seasonal events, including Ithaca Festival.
Rent Trends
As of July 2025, the average apartment rent in Ithaca, NY is $1,670 for a studio, $1,785 for one bedroom, $2,054 for two bedrooms, and $2,271 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ithaca has decreased by -2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,785/month
665 Sq Ft
House
$2,518/month
1,136 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Ithaca, NY is 1.2% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Ithaca is 0.1% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,670 - $2,271. You can expect to pay 6.1% less for groceries, 5.0% more for utilities, and 0.4% more for transportation.
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Transportation
60
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
58
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
385 Students
8
Public
Grades PK-5
380 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-5
232 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
307 Students
5
Cayuga Heights Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
303 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
526 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
478 Students
4
Public
Grades 1-12
293 Students
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 9-12
1,341 Students
8
Public
Grades 1-12
293 Students
Rating Unavailable
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sciencenter
- Fuertes Observatory
- Cornell Plantations
- Alan Treman State Marine Park
- Newman Arboretum
Military Bases
Airports
- Ithaca Tompkins International
- Elmira/Corning Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.