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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
  • Off-street parking
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Granite counters
  • Quiet street

Location

217 Columbia St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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Management

MLR Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(607) 288-3578

Property Overview

217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) is rated highly overall for value, amenities, and location, with standout features like off-street parking, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, spacious bedrooms, wifi, and a quiet street setting. It also scores well for pet friendliness and social life, with many nearby restaurants and mixed-use spaces, while the close proximity to top-rated schools adds 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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath$2,400–$2,700 /mo4 units availableThis home is an up/down duplex with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms on each floor and was newly built in 2018. Each unit contains granite counters, stainless steel appliances, custom tiled bathroom, spacious bedrooms with closets and lots of natural light. There is luxury vinyl tile throughout the units and contemporary finishes and fixtures. These apartments are available fully furnished (optional) including full size or larger beds, writing desks, closets and dressers, dining room and living room sets and all major appliances. Rent includes landscaping and snow removal and off-street parking. Pets Welcome! Tenant pays NYSEG water, sewer, and WiFi. Ithaca’s South Hill neighborhood is made up of a mix of both families and students. The units at 217 Columbia Street are located halfway between Ithaca College and the shops, restaurants and bars found on the Ithaca Commons. A bus stop is located nearby for easy access to both IC and Cornell’s Campus and downtown. This home is on a quiet street geared toward both students and young professionals. Other features of this neighborhood include the South Hill Recreation Trail which was built on the abandoned railroad bed of the Cayuga and Susquehanna Railroad. This is a beautiful, flat trail for biking, running, hiking and cross country skiing and access to this trail is only one block from the home. Click below for 3-D virtual tour:

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Amenities for 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC)

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC)

HomeApartments in Ithaca 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC)

This home is an up/down duplex with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms on each floor and was newly built in 2018. Each unit contains granite counters, stainless steel appliances, custom tiled bathroom, spacious bedrooms with closets and lots of natural light. There is luxury vinyl tile throughout the units and contemporary finishes and fixtures. These apartments are available fully furnished (optional) including full size or larger beds, writing desks, closets and dressers, dining room and living room sets and all major appliances. Rent includes landscaping and snow removal and off-street parking. Pets Welcome! Tenant pays NYSEG water, sewer, and WiFi. Ithaca’s South Hill neighborhood is made up of a mix of both families and students. The units at 217 Columbia Street are located halfway between Ithaca College and the shops, restaurants and bars found on the Ithaca Commons. A bus stop is located nearby for easy access to both IC and Cornell’s Campus and downtown. This home is on a quiet street geared toward both students and young professionals. Other features of this neighborhood include the South Hill Recreation Trail which was built on the abandoned railroad bed of the Cayuga and Susquehanna Railroad. This is a beautiful, flat trail for biking, running, hiking and cross country skiing and access to this trail is only one block from the home. Click below for 3-D virtual tour:


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) 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 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC)
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.
217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) 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 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) 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.

217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) is great for:

Social life

  • 181 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 224 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Ithaca

3-bedroom apartments at 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC) cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ithaca.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Ithaca
A table of studio rental data trends in Ithaca
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,766

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$96,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $96,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,400.
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Schools near 217 Columbia St (985 Danby Rd LLC)

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 217 Columbia St

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 217 Columbia St, Ithaca

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants 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 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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