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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Large windows
  • Updated flooring
  • Covered front porch

Location

517 S Aurora St #2, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA

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Contact

Finger Lakes Property Solutions LLC

(607) 288-2401

Property Overview

Off-street parking, a covered front porch, and a comfortable living room create an appealing and functional living setup, enhanced by large windows that bring in natural light. Professional management adds convenience and peace of mind, while residents should plan for separate utility costs as they are not included.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Amenities for 517 S Aurora St #2

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCarpet
Central HeatDryer
Hardwood FloorHeating
Linen ClosetShared Balcony
Vinyl FloorsWalk-in Closet
WasherWindow Coverings

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 517 S Aurora St #2

HomeApartments in Ithaca 517 S Aurora St #2, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA

2 BEDROOMS + HUGE BONUS SPACE | SOUTH HILL | PARKING & LAUNDRY INCLUDED This bright and spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment occupies the second and third floors of the duplex and offers approximately 1,400 square feet of flexible living space. Recently refreshed with new paint, new carpet, and updated flooring, the apartment combines historic character with comfortable, flexible living space. Large windows throughout bring in plenty of natural light, while hardwood floors and well-sized rooms add warmth and character. The second floor features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room, dining area, and kitchen. The entire third floor provides a huge bonus space with an additional living area and bonus room, offering plenty of flexibility for a home office, study area, hobby space, media room, exercise area, or additional gathering space. A covered front porch provides a welcoming outdoor space, while off-street parking and free on-site laundry add everyday convenience. Unit Features 2 Bedrooms • 1 Bathroom • Approximately 1,400 Sq. Ft. • Huge Third-Floor Bonus Space • Additional Living Area • Bright & Spacious Layout • Recently Refreshed • New Paint Throughout • New Carpet • Updated Flooring • Hardwood Floors • Large Windows • Covered Front Porch • Private Entrance • Living Room • Dining Area • Kitchen • Refrigerator • Stove & Oven • Storage Space • Linen Closet • Window Coverings • Heat • Pet Friendly Included in Rent Off-Street Parking • On-Site Laundry • Lawn Care • Snow Removal Tenant Responsibilities NYSEG Gas & Electric • 50% of Water/Sewer Bill • Spectrum Internet • City of Ithaca Trash Tags Location Highlights Four Blocks to the Ithaca Commons • South Hill Neighborhood • Near Ithaca College • Short Drive or Walk to Cornell University • Near South Hill Recreation Way • Near South Hill Elementary School • Near TCAT Bus Stops • Close to Downtown Ithaca • Near Restaurants, Shops & Cafés • Convenient to Public Transportation Professional Management Professionally managed by Finger Lakes Property Solutions, with convenient online rent payments and responsive maintenance support. Historic home just 4 blocks from Ithaca Commons. Located in Ithaca's south hill neighborhood this house is convenient to it all! Lawn care and snow removal included in rent.


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 517 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 600 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Central heat
This address offers a climate controlled environment
Extra Storage
In-unit features
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
Rentals here may include more closet space than average

Address details

Zip code14850
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Ithaca

2-bedroom apartments at 517 S Aurora St #2 cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ithaca.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Ithaca
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ithaca
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,875
November 2024$1,848
December 2024$1,851
January 2025$1,863
February 2025$1,865
March 2025$1,882
April 2025$1,857
May 2025$1,895
June 2025$1,899
July 2025$1,941
August 2025$2,127
September 2025$2,259
October 2025$2,112
November 2025$1,954
December 2025$1,972
January 2026$1,962
February 2026$1,957
March 2026$1,885
April 2026$1,981
May 2026$2,188
June 2026$2,176
July 2026$2,147
August 2026$2,290
September 2026$2,367
October 2026$2,300

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$82,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $82,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,050.
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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 517 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY.
Last month$2,1503 bed1 bath
6 months ago$2,0502 bed1 bath

Schools near 517 S Aurora St #2

South Hill School

520 hudson st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
A-

Beverly J. Martin Elementary School

302 w buffalo st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
B-

Belle Sherman School

501 mitchell st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
B+

Fall Creek Elementary School

202 king st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
B

Cayuga Heights Elementary School

110 e upland rd

ithaca, NY, 14850

K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Ithaca near 517 S Aurora St #2

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 517 S Aurora St #2, Ithaca

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Other units at this address

517 S Aurora St Ithaca, NY

Occupied

1

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,050

Days on market: 196
Available August 1st, this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment occupies the first floor of a charming duplex on South Aurora Street in Ithaca's desirable South Hill neighborhood. Just four blocks from the Ithaca Commons and around the corner from South Hill Elementary, this location offers quick access to downtown amenities, public transportation, and is conveniently close to both Ithaca College and Cornell University. Inside, the apartment features a spacious layout with a dedicated living room and formal dining room, accented by historic built-in cabinets that add both character and functionality. The home also includes a free in-unit washer and dryer, off-street parking. With professional property management and new ownership committed to maintaining a high standard of living, this home is ready to welcome excellent tenants this summer. Tenants are responsible for a portion of the utility bill: NYSEG & Water, Trash tags, and spectrum internet. Historic home just 4 blocks from Ithaca Commons. Located in Ithaca's south hill neighborhood this house is convenient to it all! Lawn care and snow removal included in rent.

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