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Highlights

  • Washer and dryer
  • 24/7 emergency maintenance
  • Free parking
  • Off-street parking
  • Ceiling fans
  • Fully equipped kitchen

Location

514 E Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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Management

pjapartments.managebuilding.com

Leasing office

(844) 311-1967 ext. 5042

Property Overview

514 E. Buffalo Street offers an impressive array of amenities and high-quality living, evident in its amenities and location ratings of 9 out of 10, along with a trustworthiness rating of 8. This property features valuable perks such as 24/7 emergency maintenance, a fully equipped kitchen, and convenient parking options. Its proximity to parks, dining, and entertainment makes it ideal for those seeking an active lifestyle, remote work opportunities, and vibrant social experiences.

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

6.8
Good
514 E. Buffalo Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

514 E. Buffalo Street - 31 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableAVAILABLE JUNE 1, 2026. 2026-2027 Academic Year! William Henry Miller, perhaps Cornell's foremost architect, historic building. Fantastic studio on 3rd floor with lots of windows, and high ceilings. Enormous apartment with a lot of storage. Washer and dryer in the apartment. Beautiful gardens to sit out and enjoy the sunshine just outside. Super fast and high-quality fiber optic internet with 1-gigabit download and upload and fully integrated Wi-Fi broadcasted from several points throughout the building is available. Tenant pays: electric lights and outlets. Landlord pays: heat, hot water, cooking gas and snow removal. 24/7 Emergency Maintenance Off-street parking included.
514 E. Buffalo Street - 14 bed2 bath2,500 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit availableAVAILABLE JUNE 1, 2026 PRICE PER PERSON 2026-2027 Academic Year Large, great quality, very modern 4-bedroom apartment encompassing the entire first floor of the house. With tall ceilings and lots of windows, the apartment is very bright. Each bedroom has a large closet. 2 full bathrooms, one has a tub/shower and the other has a shower and a laundry unit. Open-plan living/dining with adjoining fully equipped kitchen. Ceiling fans and accent lighting with dimmer controls are in every room. Only one other 4-bedroom apartment and a studio in the house. Perennial gardens out front and lots of off-street parking available. Tenant pays electric lights and outlets. Landlord pays: heat, hot water, cooking gas and snow removal. Super fast and high-quality fiber optic internet with 1-gigabit download and upload and fully integrated Wi-Fi broadcasted from several points throughout the building is available. 24/7 Emergency Maintenance Off-street parking included.
514 E. Buffalo Street - 24 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$4,780 /mo1 unit availableAvailable June 1st 2025 for 25-26 Academic year $1095 PRICE PER PERSON FREE PARKING on the private street. Spacious 4 bedroom and 2 bathroom. Washer/dryer in unit. Close to the bus stop. The very quiet and private part of Collegetown Super fast fiber optic Wi-Fi, 1 gig upload and download with multiple access points throughout the building. Tenant pays: electric. Landlord pays: heat, hot water, cooking gas and snow removal. 24/7 Emergency Maintenance provided Off street Parking is included

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HomeApartments in Ithaca 514 E. Buffalo Street

AVAILABLE JUNE 1, 2026. 2026-2027 Academic Year! William Henry Miller, perhaps Cornell's foremost architect, historic building. Fantastic studio on 3rd floor with lots of windows, and high ceilings. Enormous apartment with a lot of storage. Washer and dryer in the apartment. Beautiful gardens to sit out and enjoy the sunshine just outside. Super fast and high-quality fiber optic internet with 1-gigabit download and upload and fully integrated Wi-Fi broadcasted from several points throughout the building is available. Tenant pays: electric lights and outlets. Landlord pays: heat, hot water, cooking gas and snow removal. 24/7 Emergency Maintenance Off-street parking included.


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.
6.8
/10
Good
514 E. Buffalo Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 514 E. Buffalo Street
Price·4A 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.
Monthly rent at 514 E. Buffalo Street is less expensive than other properties in the neighborhood. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 4/10. Expect to pay less, but only get the basic necessities.
Amenities·9A 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 E. Buffalo Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 514 E. Buffalo Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
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 E. Buffalo 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 E. Buffalo 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.

514 E. Buffalo Street is great for:

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 140 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 23 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Area has 21 parks and recreation options

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 21 parks nearby
  • Communal green spaces or garden

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 4 internet service provider options 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 514 E. Buffalo Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 4-bedroom is 2500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Ithaca

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Ithaca.

4-bedroom apartments at 514 E. Buffalo Street cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Ithaca.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Ithaca
A table of studio rental data trends in Ithaca
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,295
October 2023$1,359
November 2023$1,347
December 2023$1,334
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$1,800

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near 514 E. Buffalo Street

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-

Fall Creek Elementary School

202 king st

ithaca, NY, 14850

PK, K-5Public
B

Belle Sherman School

501 mitchell 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 514 E Buffalo St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 514 E Buffalo St, Ithaca

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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