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$248,969$203 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $155,000 on Mar 30, 2023

511 S PLAIN ST

ITHACA, NY 14850
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,228 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$249K
$234K low$264K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Mar 30, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,785 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$290,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$252,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$290,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
58
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyTOMPKINS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Beverly J Martin Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Ithaca Senior High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Boynton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Ithaca City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14850These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.68,254
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.529 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,056
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,445
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

511 S Plain St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Ithaca 14850
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Ithaca 14850
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Ithaca 14850
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Tompkins County
  • Among the newest homes in South Side

What homes are worth in Ithaca 14850

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$159K$1M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Ithaca 14850.

How it measures up in Ithaca 14850

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ithaca 14850.

Estimated value$248,969
CheaperTypical $395,348Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$203
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,228 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,820 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 511 S Plain St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth SideIthaca 14850Tompkins County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,96920% of homes14% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20346% of homes27% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,228 ft²18% of homes16% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac53% of homes14% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 511 S Plain St

How much is 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY is $248,969 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $234,328 to $263,610. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY last sell?

511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY last sold on Mar 30, 2023 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY?

511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,228 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY built?

511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY?

511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY is assigned to Beverly J Martin Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Ithaca Senior High School (high), rated A; Boynton Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Ithaca City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY compare to other homes in Ithaca 14850?

Among the 14,477 homes in Ithaca 14850, it is worth more than 14% of them ($248,969 against a typical $395,348), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($203 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,228 ft² against a typical 1,820 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2022 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Tompkins County, it is worth more than 26% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 511 S Plain St, Ithaca, NY was $4,785. The county assessed it at $290,000.

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