The Cube House - a unique proposition overlooking a vast 8 acres of wilderness. Built in 2000 by Bruno Schickel, the home is a minimalists' delight! Or a great hunting getaway, or private retreat with a rooftop deck to see and enjoy all that surrounds you. Living small can be done well here, with thoughtful storage designed into the home. Concrete and wood floors provide radiant heat on both levels. A single bedroom and a separate living room share the lower level; the kitchen, dining/living, and full bath occupy the second floor. Above all is a great deck for additional use - outdoor kitchen, al fresco dining, bird watching, yoga in the sun. Bring your vision alive in this one of a kind home! Seller will consider all reasonable offers submitted by Monday June 1st at 3 pm.
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Price cut: $24K (5/27)
$225,000
61 Makarainen Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
1beds
920sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
8.57 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$245/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Single bedroom
- 11 days |
- 4,447 |
- 319 |
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Listing updated:
Listing by:
Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. (Downtown) 607-257-0666,
Linda Santos 607-227-6062
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1676268
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of RealtorsTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane, Hot Water, Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Varies
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 920
- Total interior livable area: 920 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway, Propane Tank - Owned
Lot
- Size: 8.57 Acres
- Dimensions: 711 x 558
- Features: Greenbelt, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Secluded, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 50220000400000010280110000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ithaca
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $245/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,281
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Rehab Financing
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $225,000-9.6%$245/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #R1676268 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,000-13.8%$271/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1676268 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2020 | Listing removed | $289,000$314/sqft |
Source: Carol Bushberg Real Estate #403113 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2020 | Pending sale | $289,000$314/sqft |
Source: Carol Bushberg Real Estate #403113 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2020 | Listed for sale | $289,000+67.1%$314/sqft |
Source: Carol Bushberg Real Estate #403113 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2014 | Sold | $173,000-1.1%$188/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #IB140372 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $175,000$190/sqft |
Source: AUDREY EDELMAN REALTY USA #140372 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $215,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $215,000 +2.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $209,000 +7.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $195,000 +11.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $175,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $175,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $175,000 +2.9% |
| 2018 | -- | $170,000 |
| 2017 | $5,109 | $170,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $170,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $170,000 +36% |
| 2014 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $125,000 +0.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $124,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 14850
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Belle Sherman SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Boynton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.8 mi
- 9/10Ithaca Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South Hill
- District: Ithaca
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New York
- Tompkins County
- Ithaca
- 14850
- 61 Makarainen Rd
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