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Realtor logoCJ DelVecchio has helped hundreds of people buy and sell residential, land and income/commercial properties since 1996. She attributes her success in the real estate business to excellent customer service, clear communication, and a down-to-earth manner. CJ also embraces technology and can give buyers and sellers up-to-the-minute information via email or text messaging. She works in both pc and mac formats and employs a hi-tech marketing program for buyers and sellers.Cornell logo

CJ has lived in Ithaca since 1984. She grew up on the water, hailing from Sodus Bay, NY - just a short 90 minute drive north of Ithaca. She originally came to Ithaca to study at Cornell University, where she graduated with a B.S. in Natural Resources in 1988. Having developed an interest in the live theatre in college, she moved to Ogunquit, Maine, after graduation where she worked as Assistant Treasurer of the famous Ogunquit Playhouse. CJ at Ithaca College TheatreIn 1989 CJ returned to Ithaca to work in the Marketing department at the Ithaca College Department of Theatre Arts, where she worked for five years. While working at Ithaca College full-time, CJ earned a Master of Science degree in the area of Corporate Communications from the Roy H. Park School of Communications.  CJ moved to Buffalo in 1993 and worked at Studio Arena Theatre before moving back to Ithaca in 1994. 

CJ entered the real estate industry in 1994 as General Manager of Housing Solutions - Ithaca's largest apartment referral service. In June of 1996, CJ obtained her real estate license as a licensed salesperson and worked at Audrey Edelman & Associates for 9 years.In 1998 CJ earned her designation as a Certified Buyer Representative and in 2000, she obtained her real estate broker's license. In January of 2006, CJ moved to Coldwell Banker Shaw Real Estate where has continued her success as a top producer in the Ithaca marketplace.

CJ's background in marketing, sales & management is a huge bonus for both buyers and sellers. She offers a creative edge in marketing homes for sale both in print and Internet media. CJ uses her experience in the market to help sellers pinpoint a realistic asking price which enables her to get homes sold quickly. For buyers, CJ provides a solid resource every step of the way. Each transaction is unique and through each sale, CJ has gained increasing knowledge and expertise. If you are new to the area, CJ can give you a thorough tour of the Ithaca area and assist you throughout your relocation to this lovely Finger Lakes community.

CBR logo CJ believes strongly that her success is due to a commitment to excellence in client relations and continuing education in the field of real estate. Her specialized training as a Certified Buyer Representative® is held by a small percentage of REALTORS® nationwide. If you are thinking of buying a house and would like to learn more about hiring your own buyers agent, give CJ a call. You can also read more about agency relationships online at About Buyer Agency.  If you want to sell your house, CJ will provide you with skilled marketing, negotiations and counseling above your expectations.


REALTOR of the YEARCJ is very active with our local REALTOR association, the Ithaca Board of REALTORS. She has served as President of the Board in 2004. She was awarded the honor of "REALTOR® of the YEAR" in 2001, an award voted by her peers in real estate. 


Some of the Ithaca Board of REALTOR® committee positions CJ has held since 1996 include:

Along with her local Board volunteer work, CJ is also involved at the state association level, serving on several committees with the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR).  This year she serves on the Legislative Steering Committee and also Multiple Listing Committee, Organizational Standards Committee and Technology Committee. As chair of the Information Management Committee in 2006, CJ worked with NYSAR staff on projects such as the NYSAR website and NYS REALTOR magazine.  CJ also has served on a Professional Standards panel at the State level, and on the committee for selecting the NYSAR Realtor of the Year in 2004 and 2006. 


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CJ believes very strongly in charity and giving back to the local community. She is active with the non-profit housing agency, Better Housing for Tompkins County. CJ has been a member of their Board of Directors since 2003 and has served as Chair of the Board since 2006. She also serves as co-Chair of the Long-Range Planning Committee which is working on the new 3-year Strategic Plan and on the Human Resources Committee.

Other local charities CJ supports, both monetarily and through volunteer work, include:

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CJ is a huge fan of ice hockey and has also played for many years. Currently she plays for the local women's team the Ithaca Sirens. She lives in the Town of Lansing with her husband Norm, who is also into ice hockey (and is a former player for the Ithaca High School team that went to the State Championships in 1980 and 1981).  She has season tickets to both the Cornell Men & Women's Ice Hockey teams.  She roots for Buffalo Sabres mainly but has a soft spot for several Canadian hockey teams - Ottawa Senators, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks. She also roots for local hockey hero Dustin Brown who currently plays for the Los Angeles Kings.CJ in Paris

Other hobbies include fishing, boating and rollerblading.  She also enjoys traveling - favorite places include the coast of Maine (where she used to live), Chicago, San Francisco, New Orleans and Dallas. CJ visited Parisin 2002 (photo on right), Vancouver BC in 2005, Hawaii in 2006 and Las Vegas in 2007. Trips in 2008 include Washington DC and Orlando, FL. Upcoming travel locations: Salt Lake City, Alaska and another visit to Paris (but this time including Italy).


Are you also interested in the environment and nature? CJ has a degree from Cornell in Natural Resources and is very much a nature girl. Here are some of CJ favorite organizations/issues:
National Arbor Day Foundation
Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Visit New York State Parks Online



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