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Highlights

  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Modern amenities
  • Granite countertops
  • Spacious layout
  • High-speed fiber internet

Location

401 College Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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Management

PPM Homes LLC

Leasing office

(607) 275-5944 ext. 2

Property Overview

401 College Avenue offers a strong balance of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price and location scores, and a standout 10/10 amenities rating. Notable features include laundry facilities, an elevator, modern amenities, granite countertops, a spacious layout, and high-speed fiber internet, while 19 photos and a top-tier value-for-money percentile add to its appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 401 College Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 College Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.5BA1 bed1.5 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit availableRent a room in this 4 BED 1.5 BATH right in the heart of Collegetown! 4 rooms available and we will help find remaining roommates - take advantage of being steps from campus with AC and an elevator for only $1000 plus utilities! Price listed is per person. Available for June 2026! Apartment Features: Spacious layout Granite countertops 1.5 bathrooms Hardwood flooring throughout Dishwasher & garbage disposal Air conditioning High-speed fiber internet available Heat and water included Building Amenities: Secure, controlled-access entry Interior package delivery area Elevator Laundry facilities Weekly trash & recycling service Location: Directly next to campus Bus stop just outside the building Restaurants, coffee shops, convenience stores, and shipping services all on the same block.
4BR/1.5BA4 bed1.5 bath$4,000 /mo1 unit availableLive in the heart of Collegetown at the highly sought-after corner of College Avenue and Dryden Road. Located just steps from campus, this second-floor apartment offers premium finishes, modern amenities, and fantastic convenience! Price listed is for the entire apartment and not per person. Available for June 2026! Apartment Features: Spacious layout Granite countertops 1.5 bathrooms Hardwood flooring throughout Dishwasher & garbage disposal High-speed fiber internet available Heat and water included Building Amenities: Secure, controlled-access entry Interior package delivery area Elevator Laundry facilities Weekly trash & recycling service Location: Directly next to campus Bus stop just outside the building Restaurants, coffee shops, convenience stores, and shipping services all on the same block.

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Amenities for 401 College Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Furnished

Building

Onsite Laundry

Services

Trash Pick Up
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About 401 College Avenue

HomeApartments in Ithaca 401 College Avenue

Live in the heart of Collegetown at the highly sought-after corner of College Avenue and Dryden Road. Located just steps from campus, this second-floor apartment offers premium finishes, modern amenities, and fantastic convenience! Price listed is for the entire apartment and not per person. Available for June 2026! Apartment Features: Spacious layout Granite countertops 1.5 bathrooms Hardwood flooring throughout Dishwasher & garbage disposal High-speed fiber internet available Heat and water included Building Amenities: Secure, controlled-access entry Interior package delivery area Elevator Laundry facilities Weekly trash & recycling service Location: Directly next to campus Bus stop just outside the building Restaurants, coffee shops, convenience stores, and shipping services all on the same block.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 401 College Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 College Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 401 College Avenue
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
401 College Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
401 College Avenue stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
401 College Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 401 College Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

401 College Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 136 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 30 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 401 College Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Ithaca

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 41% lower than 1-bedrooms in Ithaca.

4-bedroom apartments at 401 College Avenue cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Ithaca.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Ithaca
A table of studio rental data trends in Ithaca
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,925
July 2024$1,970
August 2024$1,980
September 2024$1,662
October 2024$1,696
November 2024$1,775
December 2024$1,927
January 2025$1,853
February 2025$1,587
March 2025$1,713
April 2025$1,813
May 2025$1,630
June 2025$1,687
July 2025$1,745
August 2025$2,001
September 2025$1,708
October 2025$1,599
November 2025$1,600
December 2025$1,612
January 2026$1,600
February 2026$1,613
March 2026$1,640
April 2026$1,685
May 2026$1,790
June 2026$1,787

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near 401 College Avenue

Belle Sherman School

501 mitchell st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
B+

South Hill School

520 hudson st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
A-

Fall Creek Elementary School

202 king st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
B

Beverly J. Martin Elementary School

302 w buffalo 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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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Ithaca near 401 College Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 401 College Ave, Ithaca

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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