Apartment for rent at 215 College Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14850

1 Bedroom – 1B | The Bear Welcome to The Bear at 215 College Avenue, a brand-new luxury student housing community in the heart of Collegetown. Located just steps from Cornell University, The Bear combines thoughtfully designed apartments, premium amenities, and vibrant community spaces to create a modern living experience designed around student life. The 1 Bedroom – 1B offers a cozy and efficient private living experience, perfect for students who want the comfort of their own apartment while enjoying the convenience and energy of a connected residential community. With 405 square feet of thoughtfully designed space, this unique floor plan features a private bedroom, an open living and kitchen area, and a modern bathroom with contemporary finishes throughout. Designed with functionality in mind, the 1 Bedroom – 1B provides everything needed for comfortable everyday living in an efficient and well-designed layout. While this floor plan does not include a built-in closet or balcony, an armoire is provided for convenient storage, allowing the space to remain organized and functional. The interior-focused design creates a quiet and welcoming environment that is ideal for studying, relaxing, and enjoying your own private retreat. Each apartment comes fully furnished and features stainless steel appliances, white marbled quartz countertops, modern cabinetry, an in-unit washer and dryer, Smart TV, electric fireplace, and premium finishes throughout. The Bear is also a pet-friendly community, welcoming both dogs and cats. Living in the 1 Bedroom – 1B means enjoying the privacy of your own apartment while having access to all of The Bear's community spaces and amenities just outside your door. Residents can gather in the game and media lounge featuring pool tables, air hockey, arcade games, and Smart TVs, relax in the speakeasy-inspired lounge, or take advantage of private study rooms, study pods, and collaborative workspaces throughout the building. For wellness and recreation, residents have access to a fully equipped fitness center and an interactive game simulator, including a golf simulator. The fifth-floor rooftop terrace provides additional space to unwind with outdoor seating, cornhole, and areas to enjoy time with friends while taking in views of Collegetown. Residents of The Bear also enjoy reciprocal access to The Ivy's amenities, providing even more opportunities to study, socialize, and enjoy shared community spaces across both luxury student housing communities. With only two 1 Bedroom – 1B residences available in the entire building, one located on Level 2 and one located on Level 3, this floor plan offers a truly limited opportunity for private one-bedroom living at The Bear. Combining a convenient location, modern apartment features, and access to exceptional amenities, the 1 Bedroom – 1B provides a unique home for students looking for a private and comfortable living experience. Community Amenities: - Modern resident lobby with comfortable seating areas - Game and media lounge with pool tables, air hockey, arcade games, and Smart TVs - Speakeasy-style resident lounge - Interactive game simulator, including a golf simulator - Fully equipped fitness center - Private study rooms, study pods, and collaborative workspaces - Rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and games - Secure bike storage