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Affordable Housing at 610 W. Court Street

Tompkins County

Summary

An $80,000 CHDF award will help Habitat for Humanity build one affordable modular home in downtown Ithaca, sold at a steep discount to a buyer earning 60% of median income or less, with permanent affordability restrictions.

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Last discussed May 6, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

$80,000 in IDA-derived funds, with Habitat braiding additional donations and grants to cover a roughly $300,000 build cost.

✅Who benefits

A low- to moderate-income homebuyer, and future buyers through the community land trust model.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingMay 6, 2026approved

Housing and Economic Development Committee - Regular Meeting — May 6, 2026

An $80,000 CHDF award will help Habitat for Humanity build one affordable modular home in downtown Ithaca, sold at a steep discount to a buyer earning 60% of median income or less, with permanent affordability restrictions.

Related development

approved

610 W. Court Street (CHDF Round 25)

The home will sell for roughly $100,000 despite about $300,000 in construction costs, with a community land trust restriction keeping it affordable to future buyers.

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