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Renovated Duplex with Two Units
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$650,000

137 Fayette Street, Ithaca, NY 14850

MULTI_FAMILY - Ithaca, NY

Property Size1,792 SF
Lot Size0.10 Acres
Price / SF$362.72
Days on Market3

Property Features for 137 Fayette Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 2
Appliances ElectricWaterHeater
Lot features Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Elementary school Belle Sherman
Elementary school district Ithaca
Middle school district Ithaca
High school district Ithaca
Directions Take W Clinton east from 13. House on the corner of W Clinton and Fayette St. Off street parking off of W Clinton. On street parking on Fayette St.
Subdivision Ithaca-City-500700
Standard status Active
APN 500700-080-000-0006-008-000-0000
Size 1,792 SF
Lot size 0.10 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 11291

Utilities

Heating system Electric (Heating), Baseboard
Water source Public

Amenities

wraparound porch

Building Details

Year built 1900
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 2
Flooring type Tile, Vinyl, Varies
Building materials Frame
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: Rio Lange · License #10401301832
Added: Aug 5 Last Checked: Aug 7 at 3:06PM
MLS# R1704787

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1,792-square-foot duplex was substantially renovated in 2023, including replacement or enhancement of the electrical, plumbing, windows, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, fixtures, and finishes. The primary unit features an open-concept design, high ceilings, two bedrooms, a den, and a full bathroom on the main level. The upper apartment includes an open kitchen and living area, one bedroom, and an en-suite full bath. Tile backsplashes, custom tiled showers, and a wraparound porch add further detail to the property. Heating is provided by electric baseboard systems, and the home has public water service.

Set on a 0.1047-acre corner lot at 137 Fayette Street in Ithaca, the property includes off-street parking and is outside the flood zone. The location provides walkable access to the Ithaca Commons, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and downtown employers. The two-unit configuration supports use as a residence with supplemental rental income or as a fully income-producing property, subject to local regulations and buyer verification.

Key Highlights

  • 2023 renovation included electrical, plumbing, windows, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, fixtures, and finishes
  • 1,792 square feet on a 0.1047‑acre corner lot
  • Two‑bedroom main residence plus separate one‑bedroom apartment

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$23,719
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
3.65%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$474,380 $474.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$338,843 $338.8K
Cap Rate 9%
$263,544 $263.5K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,792 SF Vacancy — income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year, subtracted from gross rent. EGI (Effective Gross Income) — gross rent minus vacancy losses, the realistic income before paying operating costs. OpEx (Operating Expenses) — recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management); excludes financing and capital improvements. NOI (Net Operating Income) — income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
Gross rent
$35.5K $19.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.6K −$0.89/SF
EGI
$33.9K $18.91/SF
− OpEx
−$10.2K −$5.67/SF
NOI
$23.7K $13.24/SF
Area
Tompkins County, NY
Vacancy
4.50%
Lease Rate
$19.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$474,380
Cap Rate 7%
$338,843
Cap Rate 9%
$263,544

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$338.8K
$296.5K – $395.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $23,719 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.65%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$314.0K
$274.8K – $366.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,981 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.38%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$559.2K
$489.3K – $652.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $39,143 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.02%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pet Grooming Service Tanning Salon Nursing Home Plumbing Service Locksmith

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,715
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 14850, NY

69,271
Population
31,772
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
72%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
124.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
555
Density / Sq Mi
$69,689
Median Household Income
$36,115
Median Earnings
$1,446
Median Rent
$334,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Corner-lot property combines a two-bedroom main residence with a separate one-bedroom apartment and off-street parking.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 137 Fayette Street Ithaca, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $650,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2023 renovation included electrical, plumbing, windows, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, fixtures, and finishes; 1,792 square feet on a 0.1047‑acre corner lot; Two‑bedroom main residence plus separate one‑bedroom apartment
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