Enfield
The Town of Enfield is located on the western border of Tompkins County and is west of Ithaca. As of the 2010 Census, its population totaled slightly more than 3,500. Community Resources Town of Enfield Enfield Elementary School Map of Enfield Photo Credit: ilovethefingerlakes.com
Trumansburg
On the west coast of Cayuga Lake, Trumansburg is home to roughly 1,800 people. It charms visitors with its artsy downtown, cozy restaurants, quaint B&Bs, and eclectic shops. Home to Taughannock Falls State Park, the GrassRoots Festival of Music & Dance, the Trumansburg Farmers Market, and more, “T-Burg” is also the gateway to the Cayuga […]
Newfield
Newfield is a town in Tompkins County, located southwest of Ithaca with a population of approximately 5,200. It is best known for the The Newfield Covered Bridge, built in 1853, which is the oldest still in daily use in New York State. Community Resources Town of Newfield Newfield School District Map of Newfield […]
Lansing
Lansing stretches 14 miles along the east side of Cayuga Lake to the north of Ithaca. It is a pastoral town with a population just over 11,000, that also offers some of the best shopping in the area (the Shops at Ithaca Mall). The Lansing Harbor Festival (August, at Myers Park) is one of the […]
Groton
Northeast of Ithaca, Groton has a picturesque, historic downtown with restaurants, shops and plenty of small-town charm. Groton Olde Home Days, every August, is just one of the local festivals that makes this a great place to call home. Population as of 2010 Census was approximately 6,000. Community Resources Town of Groton Village of Groton […]
Danby
Six miles south of Ithaca, Danby is a rural gem with a population of about 3, 300. It is known for its sweeping farmland views and outdoor recreation. Danby State Forest and Jennings Pond are local favorites. Community Resources Town of Danby Community of Danby Map of Danby
Caroline
Caroline is a town in Tompkins County, New York on the county’s southeast border and southeast of Ithaca, New York. The population was 3,282 at the 2010 census. Community Resources Town of Caroline Caroline Elementary School Map of Caroline
Fall Creek
The Fall Creek neighborhood is directly north of downtown, south and west of Rt. 13 and up against the east wall of the Cayuga Valley that rises up to Cayuga Heights and Cornell Heights. Fall Creek streets are lined with houses of a wide variety of architectural styles. Many of the larger houses have been […]
West Hill
West Hill is located across the Cayuga Inlet and consists of the region where routes 13, 13A, 79, 96 and 89 converge. The subdivisions that include most of the residences were built in the 1920s, ’30s, and ’40s. Community Resources Ithaca West Lehman Alternative Community School School District: Beverly J. Martin Elementary School
South Hill
South Hill is located near the south end of Cayuga Lake and includes Ithaca College. It has a population of approximately 6,700. Thickly covered in trees and separated from downtown by Six Mile Creek, South Hill was settled long after the rest of Ithaca. The hill is so steep that in the early 19th century […]
Belle Sherman
Belle Sherman is an area located close to Cornell University to the south with houses mostly in the cottage-style (some are actual bungalows). Community Resources Belle Sherman PTA Belle Sherman Elementary School Map of Belle Sherman Photo credit: Ithaca City School District
Cayuga Heights
Cayuga Heights is a village in Tompkins County, New York, United States and an upscale suburb of Ithaca with a population of just under 4,000. The village is in the Town of Ithaca, directly northeast of the City of Ithaca and Cornell University’s main campus. Community Resources Village of Cayuga Heights Cayuga Heights History Project […]
Dryden
Dryden is a town in Tompkins County, New York, USA. The population was 14,435 at the 2010 census. The town contains two villages: one also named Dryden and one named Freeville. The town is on the county’s eastern border, east of Ithaca, in the Finger Lakes region. Community Resources Village of Dryden Town of Dryden […]
Ithaca Community
Ranked by multiple publications as being one of America’s Smartest Cities, Most Secure Places to Live, Healthiest Cities, Best Green Places to Live, Best/Affordable Places to Retire, Number 1 Emerging City, Ithaca offers something for everyone. So what has caught the attention of so many people? It’s simple, the quality of life our residents enjoy! […]
Ludlowville
A hamlet northwest of South Lansing. Community Resources Ludlowville Falls Map of Ludlowville