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Highlights

  • All utilities included
  • Recently renovated
  • Classic style
  • Off street parking
  • Large bedroom
  • Utilities included

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 combines strong value, standout amenities, and a convenient location with an 8.8 expert rating, especially for its price, amenities, and trustworthiness scores. Recently renovated and classic in style, it offers utilities included, off-street parking, a large bedroom, great natural light, and high-speed internet, along with 16 photos and strong value for money.

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, 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 Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Central heat
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath150 sqft$1,050 /mo1 unit availableView the VR tour at https www klapty com tour v8X0Akwncx Fully furnished and well designed junior studio apartment with private covered entrance and high ceilings. Convection microwave and electric portable cooktop make cooking meals a breeze. Full bath with rain head shower for washing away the day. Plenty of storage in the custom designed closets. Convenient to Cornell and downtown. All utilities and trash included. Parking and internet extra.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,450–$1,595 /mo4 units availableView the VR tour at https www klapty com tour jg10DrIxs4 Recently renovated, this is a very large apartment with great light. The Living room has an original fireplace mantel in and it leads to a large bedroom with beautiful bay windows. The eat in kitchen has a great classic style and it leads to a covered porch area. There is also a huge closet that you can use as your own private dressing area. Great for a single person or a couple, this apartment is a must see! All utilities included! Off street parking and internet extra. Flexible start date can start June 1, July 1, or August 1. Lease ends June 30 2028.

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Amenities for 523 E Buffalo Street

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatElectricity
HeatingPrivate Entrance
Utilities Included

Appliances

Cooking GasMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Tech

Free WiFi

Building

Onsite LaundrySewer

Services

Free Trash Service

Other

Cold Water
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Units12

About 523 E Buffalo Street

HomeApartments in Ithaca 523 E Buffalo Street

View the VR tour at https www klapty com tour jg10DrIxs4 Recently renovated, this is a very large apartment with great light. The Living room has an original fireplace mantel in and it leads to a large bedroom with beautiful bay windows. The eat in kitchen has a great classic style and it leads to a covered porch area. There is also a huge closet that you can use as your own private dressing area. Great for a single person or a couple, this apartment is a must see! All utilities included! Off street parking and internet extra. Flexible start date can start June 1, July 1, or August 1. Lease ends June 30 2028.


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, 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 Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 523 E Buffalo Street
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.
523 E Buffalo Street 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.
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
  • 1 internet service provider option 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 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away

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Rent trends in Ithaca

Studio apartments at 523 E Buffalo Street cost about 37% less than the average rent price for studios in Ithaca.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Ithaca.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Ithaca
A table of studio rental data trends in Ithaca
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,825
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$1,762
July 2026$1,724
August 2026$1,760
September 2026$1,948
October 2026$1,774

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 523 E Buffalo St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,050.
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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

7/10
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

6/10
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 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

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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