Own a piece of history high above Cayuga’s waters! This home, once residence to six Cornell University presidents and visited by notables like Nelson Rockefeller and a former British prime minister, is a unique treasure. Approach through stone pillars to find the half-timbered style English Tudor made of locally quarried Llenroc stone and stucco, set on 3 manicured acres with sweeping lawns and gardens. Appreciate the history, architecture and comfort in this testament to a bygone era, designed by Cornell-trained architect, Lakin Baldridge, and later affectionately named “Robin Hill”. The slate roof, copper gutters, leaded glass windows, arched wooden doors, decorative moldings, exposed beams and brass hardware all reflect its original quality and detail. Baldridge took care to include special details in each room from the hand-hewn beams and carved oak bar in the vaulted Oak Room, perfect for evening entertaining, to the Adam-style fireplace mantel and custom molding in the formal dining room. Discover your bookish soul in the charming library and host guests in the spacious living room. The central staircase leads to three bedrooms with fireplaces and private baths, including the roomy primary with an enviable dressing room. Two more bedrooms, an office & two more full baths complete the second level. Further up you will find two large, vaulted rooms and another bathroom and in the vast basement, a fully equipped gym. Outside it’s a horticulturist’s delight with a charming gardener’s cottage, made of the same stone and slate, that welcomes those entering from Cayuga Park Rd with its original cupola and weathervane. Plenty of sunny space, and a wrought iron enclosed area that used to be the vegetable garden, await a planter’s hands. Relax in the sunken garden surrounding an old sugar maple with stone walls, entertain on the vast stone terrace, or dine al fresco in the covered summer dining area. Modern conveniences are seamlessly woven throughout this house to create a space of historical comfort. Experience everything Ithaca and the Finger Lakes region have to offer, conveniently located close to Cornell University.
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$2,785,000
511 Cayuga Heights Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
7beds
8,730sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
3.03 Acres Lot
$2,808,700 Zestimate®
$319/sqft
$14,706 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,808,700
$2.33M - $3.37M
$14,706/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 30, 2025 at 06:22am
Listed by:
Karen Eldredge 607-279-4319,
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Bought with:
Jenny Ying Chai, 10311200553
Ithaca Real Estate, Inc.
Siu-ling Chaloemtiarana, 30CH0747719
Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc.
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1602812
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 22.90 x 18.20
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 22.90 x 18.20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 21.10 x 18.40
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 21.10 x 18.40
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 18.50 x 17.11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 18.50 x 17.11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 14.30
Bedroom 4
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 14.30
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 18.50 x 14.30
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 18.50 x 14.30
Bedroom 6
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.50 x 11.40
Bedroom 6
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.50 x 11.40
Den
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.90 x 17.40
Den
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.90 x 17.40
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.10 x 18.70
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.10 x 18.70
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 29.11 x 13.11
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 29.11 x 13.11
Gym
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 25.40 x 22.10
Gym
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 25.40 x 22.10
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.70 x 11.40
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.70 x 11.40
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 8.10
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 8.10
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 31.10 x 18.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 31.10 x 18.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.30 x 10.30
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.80 x 10.10
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.60 x 12.50
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.40 x 9.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.30 x 10.30
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.40 x 9.00
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.60 x 12.50
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.80 x 10.10
Heating
- Electric, Gas, Heat Pump, Forced Air, Hot Water, Radiant
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Breakfast Area, Cedar Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Guest Accommodations, Granite Counters, Home Office, Library, Other, Pantry, See Remarks, Second Kitchen, Storage, Bar, Natural Woodwork, Window Treatments, Bath in Primary Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other, See Remarks, Tile, Varies
- Windows: Drapes, Leaded Glass, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 9
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,730
- Total interior livable area: 8,730 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Electricity, Garage, Water Available, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Other
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway, Patio, Private Yard, See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 3.03 Acres
- Dimensions: 388 x 340
- Features: Other, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot, See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 50300100900000010030010000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique,Other,See Remarks,Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Other, Stucco
- Foundation: Other, Poured, See Remarks
- Roof: Slate,Tile
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ithaca
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2025 | Sold | $2,785,000+11.4%$319/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #R1602812 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$286/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1602812 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$286/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1602812 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $3,100,000 +12.7% |
| 2023 | -- | $2,750,000 +10% |
| 2022 | -- | $2,500,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cayuga Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Cayuga Heights ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Boynton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Ithaca Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cayuga Heights Elementary
- Middle: Boynton Middle
- High: Ithaca Senior High
- District: Ithaca
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- New York
- Tompkins County
- Ithaca
- 14850
- Cayuga Heights
- 511 Cayuga Heights Rd