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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • All utilities included
  • Off street parking
  • Living room
  • Off street parking fee
  • Bedrooms

Location

Ithaca Road, Ithaca, New York 14850, United States
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Management

PPM Homes LLC

Leasing office

(607) 272-1765

Property Overview

514 S Aurora Street receives strong ratings across various metrics, reflecting its appeal to renters. With a notable expert rating of 8.3, this property excels in amenities (10/10) and location (9/10), ensuring a high standard of living and accessibility. Additionally, it maintains a competitive pricing structure (8/10) and demonstrates transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 8, making it a commendable choice for prospective tenants.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 514 S Aurora Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 514 S Aurora Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— 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
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath400 sqft$1,095 /mo1 unit availableThe historic Aurora Home is centrally located on South Hill. This apartment offers hardwood floors and plenty of natural light. Enjoy a short walk to downtown with nearby bus stops to Ithaca College. Short commute to Cornell via Giles Street footbridge across the gorge. All utilities included. Trash fee of $10 per tenant per month. Off Street Parking available for $60 per month. Building fully sprinkled. Can be furnished for $20 per bedroom and $20 per living room per month.

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Amenities for 514 S Aurora Street

Apartment Amenities

GasUtilities Included

Appliances

Electric

Building

Water/Sewer

Grounds

Off Street Parking Available

Services

Trash Pick Up

Neighborhood

Close To Downtown
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 514 S Aurora Street

HomeApartments in Ithaca 514 S Aurora Street

The historic Aurora Home is centrally located on South Hill. This apartment offers hardwood floors and plenty of natural light. Enjoy a short walk to downtown with nearby bus stops to Ithaca College. Short commute to Cornell via Giles Street footbridge across the gorge. All utilities included. Trash fee of $10 per tenant per month. Off Street Parking available for $60 per month. Building fully sprinkled. Can be furnished for $20 per bedroom and $20 per living room per month.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 514 S Aurora Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 514 S Aurora Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 514 S Aurora Street
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 514 S Aurora Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
514 S Aurora Street 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, 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.
514 S Aurora Street 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 514 S Aurora Street 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.

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 514 S Aurora Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Ithaca

1-bedroom apartments at 514 S Aurora Street cost about 35% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ithaca.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Ithaca
A table of studio rental data trends in Ithaca
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,322
January 2024$1,261
February 2024$1,299
March 2024$1,294
April 2024$1,305
May 2024$1,634
June 2024$2,031
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$1,648

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,095.
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Schools near 514 S Aurora Street

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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Getting around Ithaca near Ithaca Road

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for Ithaca Road, Ithaca

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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