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Cornell University

Real Estate FAQ

FAQ

How do I lease space in the Business & Technology Park?

Please contact Jeremy Thomas, Cornell University Real Estate, phone 607.266.7869.

How do I rent space at East Hill Plaza?

East Hill Plaza rentals are handled by Ashley Management Corporation, AMO, phone 607.257.1725.

Who do I contact to rent an apartment or home? 

Home and apartment rentals are handled by Ashley Management Corporation, AMO, phone 607.257.1725 or you can contact Cornell’s Off Campus Housing Office, phone 607.254.8718.

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Does Cornell have any property for sale?

Cornell does sell property that may be excess to its institutional needs and the occasional real estate gift. Property is usually listed for sale on this website and with the local Board of Realtors. Most property sales in the office are handled by Jeremy Thomas, phone 607-266-7869.

How can I get permission to hunt on land managed by Cornell Real Estate?

Contact Cornell University Police, G2 Barton Hall, phone 607.255.1111.

Who do I contact regarding current and upcoming Cornell Real Estate construction projects?

Please contact Jeremy Thomas, phone 607.266.7869

How much land does Cornell own?

The central campus comprises about 745 acres. With the many farms, pastures, woodlands and natural areas, the total in Tompkins County is about 11,000 acres, or 4% of the county's lands. Cornell owns 6,000 acres elsewhere in New York and another 2,000 acres across the country, for a total of 19,000 acres of land and buildings. The University also owns more than 420,000 acres of mineral rights, mostly in the central and southwestern states.

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Can I get a map of Cornell lands?

Tax maps, available from the Tompkins County Department of Assessment, are annotated to show Cornell lands.

Can I list my house or apartment for rent with Cornell Real Estate?

The Real Estate Department does not list outside properties for rent. Please contact the Off-Campus Housing Office by telephone (607.254.8383) or visit the web site:  https://scl.cornell.edu/residential-life/housing/campus-living.

Can I list my house for sale with Cornell Real Estate?

The Real Estate Department does not list non-Cornell properties for sale. To sell your house, please contact your local real estate broker.

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Who do I contact regarding Cornell's oil, gas and mineral properties?

Please contact Sarah Dean, Cornell University Real Estate, phone 607.266.7875.

Who do I contact regarding locating cell antenna on Cornell property?

Please contact Sarah Dean, Cornell University Real Estate, phone 607.266.7875.

Who do I contact regarding space availability in the East Hill Office Building?

Please contact Mary-Lynn Cummings, Director of Space Planning, phone 607.255.2557 (Cornell University occupants only).

Who do I contact regarding space availability in Seneca Place?

Please contact Jeremy Thomas, Cornell Real Estate, phone 607.266.7869.