Active

Price cut: $21K (8/26)

$339,000

71 Besemer Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850

4beds

1,878sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1985

1.03 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$181/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Single-level livingOpen living spacePeaceful country settingTwo-story unitUpdated kitchen

Enjoy the best of both worlds at this versatile two-family property set on 1.03 acres just outside Brooktondale. Ideal for owner occupancy, multigenerational living, or investment, the property features two spacious 2-bedroom units. The two-story unit offers 1.5 baths, an updated kitchen, and open living space, while the second unit provides convenient single-level living with an open kitchen and living area, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Enjoy a peaceful country setting with easy access to Ithaca, Cornell University, and Ithaca College. Nearby state forests offer miles of hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Live in one and rent the other, accommodate extended family, or enjoy the income potential of a well-located two-family property.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 2

Heating

Gas, Baseboard, Hot Water

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer

Features

Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Kitchen Island, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Programmable Thermostat
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Varies, Vinyl
Basement: Crawl Space,Sump Pump
Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,878
Total interior livable area: 1,878 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: No Garage

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Dirt Driveway, Deck

Lot

Size: 1.03 Acres
Dimensions: 151 x 299
Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
Parcel number: 50200001100000010050740000
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape Cod,Contemporary
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Spray Foam Insulation, Wood Siding, PEX Plumbing
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Pitched,Shingle

Condition

Resale
Year built: 1985

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Electricity Available

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Ithaca

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $181/sqft
Tax assessed value: $357,895
Annual tax amount: $8,238
Date on market: 8/11/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/26/2026	Price change	$339,000-5.8%$181/sqft
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1706095 Report a problem
8/11/2026	Listed for sale	$360,000+105.6%$192/sqft
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1706095 Report a problem
9/2/2016	Sold	$175,100+9.5%$93/sqft
Source: NYSAMLSs #IB306530 Report a problem
6/10/2016	Pending sale	$159,900$85/sqft
Source: WARREN REAL ESTATE #306530 Report a problem
6/7/2016	Listed for sale	$159,900+75.7%$85/sqft
Source: WARREN REAL ESTATE #306530 Report a problem
12/21/1995	Sold	$91,000$48/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$340,000
2024	--	$340,000 +34.4%
2023	--	$253,000 +10%
2022	--	$230,000 +15%
2021	--	$200,000
2020	--	$200,000
2019	--	$200,000 +17.6%
2018	--	$170,000
2017	$5,024	$170,000 +3%
2016	--	$165,000
2015	--	$165,000
2014	--	$165,000
2013	--	$165,000
2012	--	$165,000
2011	--	$165,000
2010	--	$165,000
2009	--	$165,000
2008	--	$165,000 +42.2%
2007	--	$116,000
2006	--	$116,000
2005	--	$116,000 +5.5%
2004	--	$110,000 +5.8%
2003	--	$104,000 +4%
2002	--	$100,000
2001	--	$100,000
2000	--	$100,000