Downtown Rochester
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que and other eateries
Downtown Rochester has a range of restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance of residential streets. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que allows customers to bring their “dino-dogs” to its outdoor patio. The Owl House specializes in home-style American eats and craft cocktails, and its seasonal menu maintains a robust selection of vegan and vegetarian options, like cauliflower nachos. Along East Avenue, Spot Coffee is a regular stop for a latte; they have been brewing since 1995. Just a block north along East Main Street is The Richmond, a brewery run serving Neapolitan pizzas and craft beer in a renovated building that was once a city-famous bar called Richmond’s.
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Music festivals and The Strong National Museum of Play
Downtown's outdoor music venue, Parcel 5, hosts the Rochester Summer Soul Music Fest. This two-day festival, held since 1995, has featured musicians such as Boyz II Men and Babyface. Parcel 5 is also home to the Rochester International Jazz Festival, with notable performers such as Bonnie Raitt and Pat Metheny joining the celebration. The Strong National Museum of Play houses offerings such as the World Video Game Hall of Fame, its Skyline Climb ropes course and the National Toy Hall of Fame, while the Little Theatre screens indie and foreign films. The George Eastman Museum is the world's oldest photography museum, its name paying homage to George Eastman, founder of the Kodak company, which was founded in Rochester and still has its headquarters in the city.
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Multifamily units and modern townhouses
Downtown’s housing stock includes older Colonial and Greek Revival multifamily buildings that are being remodeled into modern lofts. There are also recently built contemporary-style townhomes that include garages and shade trees that offer some greenery to the streetscape. These range from $375,000 to $750,000 and typically feature two to four bedrooms. "These new housing options have added an attractive air to the downtown area that is drawing people back into the city," says Colleen Bracci. Downtown Rochester's condos range from $500,000 to $750,000 and tend to have two bedrooms or more and up to 2,400 square feet.
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Parks overlooking the Genesee River
Downtown Rochester is a central city neighborhood, but it’s also populated with several city parks. The Genesee Riverway Trail, suitable for jogging or bicycling, has views of the churning Genesee River. Aqueduct Park also overlooks the Genesee River, and it’s a popular spot for viewing holiday fireworks. Nearby, downtown employees often enjoy their lunch breaks or take in the occasional summer concert at Washington Square Park. Alive with activity year-round, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park in Manhattan Square is the site of the summer Party in the Park event, which features live music for six weeks every Thursday night, from mid-July to mid-August. In the winter months, the park hosts Roc Holiday Village, which includes visits with Santa, live music and a holiday market. Residents can also enjoy the park’s ice-skating rink through the winter.
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School choice in Rochester City School District
Rochester City School District serves downtown’s students and allows for a yearly school choice lottery. The World of Inquiry School No. 58 is the district's only public K-12 school, rated a C-plus on Niche and serving approximately 1,000 students. After classes end for the day, pupils who want to focus on the arts can take classes at The Hochstein School, which has been teaching an all-ages music and dance curriculum since 1920. The University of Rochester, 2 miles south of the neighborhood, is known for its schools of medicine and music.
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Walkability and RTS buses
Interstate 490 runs through downtown for easy commutes. Considering the density and compact size of the neighborhood, residents of downtown can also find most dining, parks, or entertainment just a brief walk from home. For public options to get around, the Regional Transit Service runs several bus lines connecting the neighborhood to the greater Rochester area.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Roxanne Stavropoulos
Roxanne Stavropoulos
Howard Hanna
(585) 286-5447
208 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rochester
$290,000 Price
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Gabrielle Marino
Gabrielle Marino
Responds QuicklyRevolution Real Estate
(585) 667-8764
112 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rochester
$445,000 Price
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Karen Menachof
Karen Menachof
Responds QuicklyHoward Hanna
(585) 565-6668
124 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rochester
$220,000 Price
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Amy Petrone
Amy Petrone
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Realty Group
(800) 333-8136
398 Total Sales
3 in Downtown Rochester
$350K - $775K Price Range
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Deborah Renna-Hynes
Deborah Renna-Hynes
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty, LLC
(315) 903-5777
246 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rochester
$305,000 Price
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Richard Altier
Richard Altier
Responds QuicklyRealty Dev.Solutions LLC
(585) 627-0908
19 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rochester
$215,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square
- Playground
High Falls Terrace Park
- Parking Lot
Aqueduct Park
- Picnic Area
Washington Square Park
Genesee River Park
- Picnic Area
Schiller Park
Gardiner Park
Cornerstone Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Rochester | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10 | 4 |
| Larceny | 10 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Rochester Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$745,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$735,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$223
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
53
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2005
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,863
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,399
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,876
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
952
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$269,500
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,425 Sq Ft
- 105 East Ave
- New 12 days ago
Welcome to this 2 bedroom/2 bathroom gem at the East Avenue Tower! East Avenue Tower is a meticulously maintained building with low NYS property taxes due to its condo status. Residents enjoy stable HOA fees, daily onsite door professionals, beautifully landscaped grounds, and peace of mind with recent upgrades to all major systems—roof, HVAC, and hot water—within the last 15 years. Don't miss
Michael Nuccitelli Rich Realty
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$649,900
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,492 Sq Ft
- 1 Capron St
- Unit UN203
Step inside the most luxurious and high-end condo the City of Rochester has to offer! A stud to stud renovation was just completed with an organic, modern and sophisticated design. As you enter, frameless doors, flush baseboards and the long lines of the ceiling all draw you into the space. Custom storage closets and a custom laundry room were incorporated into the entryhall. 14 foot ceilings,
Jacqueline Tepfer Tru Agent Real Estate
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,325
Median Age
41
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
12.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,874
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,582
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
65.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
65''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
83
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
90
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
71
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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