210/212 Forest Home Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Jackson Real Estate
Listed by: jill burlington
Office: warren real estate of ithaca inc.
MLS#:R1673505
Source:NY_GENRIS
Price summary
- Price:$1,025,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$240.84
About this home
Welcome to Forest Home Lodge, an iconic residence located in the Forest Home neighborhood of Ithaca a recognized historic district with preservation efforts in place to protect its architectural integrity and distinctive character. Perfectly positioned along the edge of Cornell University, this stately home offers walk to campus convenience with no land lease. Originally built in 1910 as the home of Ithaca's first judge, Forest Home Lodge is rich in history and craftsmanship while thoughtfully updated for modern living. The residence offers six spacious bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, blending classic elegance with contemporary comfort. Set on a fully fenced lot surrounded by mature greenery, the property provides a peaceful retreat just steps from campus. Flower and vegetable gardens are enjoyed from the screened in porch overlooking Fall Creek. Inside, gracious formal spaces invite entertaining, including a magnificent dining room and a living room centered around a cozy gas fireplace. Original details such as the chestnut staircase and welcoming front porch reflect the home’s historic pedigree. The kitchen serves as the heart of the home with double ovens, abundant cabinetry, and natural stone countertops. Energy efficiency is a standout feature, with three solar arrays, a hybrid water heater, and energy efficient heat pumps in every bedroom, providing cost effective heating, cooling, and hot water resulting in low monthly electric bill for much of the year. The location is exceptional five minutes from the Cornell campus, Beebe Lake, and the Cornell Botanic Gardens. A third floor apartment with a full kitchen and bath offers flexible use as a guest suite or potential rental. Historic charm, modern sustainability, and an unbeatable Cornell adjacent setting Forest Home Lodge offers it all. The carriage house at 212 Forest Home is a two story studio apartment. The garage is heated with a large recently paved driveway as well as parking in front of the house on Forest Home Dr....
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Home facts
- Year built:1910
- Listing ID #:R1673505
- Added:47 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 03, 2026 at 02:46 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:18
- Flooring:Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Dining Description:Separate Formal Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Second Kitchen
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Crawl Space, Full, Sump Pump, Walk Up Access
- Living area:4,256 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Heat Pump, Zoned
- Heating:Electric, Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Solar, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1910
- Building area:4,256 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.54 Acres
- Lot Features:Rectangular
- Architectural Style:Historic Antique
- Construction Materials:Copper Plumbing, Frame, Shake Siding, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Fully Fenced, Open, Porch, Screened
- Foundation Description:Stone
- Levels:3 Stories
Schools
- High school:Ithaca Senior High
- Middle school:Boynton Middle
- Elementary school:Cayuga Heights Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Connected, Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Connected, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,025,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$240.84
- Tax amount:$21,912
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Furnished, int_feat_Furnished
Parking
- Parking description:Detached, Driveway, Garage, Heated Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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