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Highlights

  • Original hardwood floors
  • Storage space
  • New cabinets
  • Separate living room
  • Large bedrooms
  • Updated kitchen

Location

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

Moll Properties Management LLC

Leasing office

(607) 351-6266

Property Overview

523 E Buffalo Street stands out with original hardwood floors, updated kitchen, and large bedrooms, complemented by ample storage. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.3 and an amenities rating of 10, it offers excellent value at a competitive price, reflecting a strong balance between cost and features. The location, rated 9 out of 10, ensures convenience to popular destinations and schools, enhancing overall appeal while maintaining transparency and trustworthiness in its description.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 523 E Buffalo Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 523 E Buffalo 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

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$2,580 /mo1 unit availableView the VR tour at https www klapty com tour jr80pXBt4O This is a recently updated apartment that features a private porch and entrance. Very large bedrooms, with lots of storage space, surround a separate living room. The kitchen has been updated with new cabinets and counters and beautiful tile floors. The bathroom has a full sized tub and matching tile floors. Original hardwood floors in all the living spaces round out the apartment. A bright sunny apartment waits for you. All this for only $860 per bedroom! 11 Month lease all utilities and trash service included.

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Amenities for 523 E Buffalo Street

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatElectricity
HeatingPrivate Entrance

Appliances

Cooking GasRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Onsite LaundryPrivate Porch
Sewer

Services

Free Trash Service

Other

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

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HomeApartments in Ithaca 523 E Buffalo Street

View the VR tour at https www klapty com tour jr80pXBt4O This is a recently updated apartment that features a private porch and entrance. Very large bedrooms, with lots of storage space, surround a separate living room. The kitchen has been updated with new cabinets and counters and beautiful tile floors. The bathroom has a full sized tub and matching tile floors. Original hardwood floors in all the living spaces round out the apartment. A bright sunny apartment waits for you. All this for only $860 per bedroom! 11 Month lease all utilities and trash service 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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 523 E Buffalo Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 523 E Buffalo 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 523 E Buffalo 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, 523 E Buffalo 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.
523 E Buffalo 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.
523 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 523 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.

523 E Buffalo Street is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 3 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 523 E Buffalo Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Ithaca

3-bedroom apartments at 523 E Buffalo Street cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ithaca.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Ithaca
A table of studio rental data trends in Ithaca
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,395
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$1,708
October 2025$1,599
November 2025$1,600

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Can I afford to live at 523 E Buffalo St?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$103,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $103,200 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,580.
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Schools near 523 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-

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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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Ithaca near 523 E Buffalo St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

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 523 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

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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