Highland Park
Modest homes
“There’s a lot of older architecture. Colonials are the most prevalent style in the neighborhood,” Marino says. “Some of them are still operating as single-family homes and others have been converted to multi-family homes, but they’ve retained their character.” Shotgun, foursquare and bungalow houses are less common but can still be found with wood and brick faces on the neighborhood’s gridded blocks. Smaller, older homes with some level of disrepair sell for prices ranging from $30,000 to $100,000. Larger, more pristine houses sell from $100,000 to $500,000. Lots are thin, with front yards no longer than a dozen feet long and backyards big enough to fit a second house. House hunters easily find properties with one-car garages and big trees shading the backs of multiple homes at once.
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Highland Park is very popular
It goes without saying that Highland Park has lots of green space for folks to frolic in. Ellwanger & Barry Park, Persimmon Park and Honor Park Gardens are spread across the neighborhood and collectively offer playgrounds, garden beds, fields and forested walking trails. The eponymous Highland Park is the community’s main attraction with 150 acres of greenery, fountains, ponds and gardens. Park-goers can play rugby at the athletic field, take tours of Warner Castle or visit the Sunken Garden and Lamberton Conservatory. In winter, park staff bust out the ice-skating rink at Lily Pond for visitors enthused enough to bring their own skates. Geocaching, a kind of public puzzle game, is another popular activity around the park grounds.
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Rochester Lilac Festival at Highland Park
Highland Park is also the site of the annual Rochester Lilac Festival, a springtime event that covers the park in a sea of violet made up of hundreds of blooming lilac bushes. Neighborhood residents and other Rochesterians celebrate the occasion with 10 whole days pact with activities. Festivities include The Lilac Parade, free concerts, a 5K and a 10K.
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Fresh produce at South Wedge Farmers Market
People wanting to eat at a place close by head to the north end of the neighborhood. Dicky’s Corner Pub on Caroline Street is a common hangout spot with booze, a pool table and karaoke nights, while Equal Grounds Community Café on South Avenue is an LGBTQ-friendly establishment with a board games library and poetry nights. The closest stop for grocery shopping is the Abundance Food Co-op, a little over a thousand feet up South Avenue from Equal Grounds. People wanting to spend time in an outlet mall may head to College Town Rochester on Mount Hope Avenue, about a mile south of the entrance to Highland Park. Apart from all these options, South Wedge Farmers Market on Gregory Avenue sells local produce near the north corner of the neighborhood.James Monroe S.M.A.R.T. program
Highland Park is part of the Rochester public school district, which has two facilities closest to the neighborhood: Anna Murray-Douglass Academy and James Monroe High School. Kids attending Anna Murray-Douglass Academy on South Avenue get an education rated C-minus by Niche from kindergarten to eighth grade. After that, many move on to James Monroe High School, which gets a C and offers what it calls the S.M.A.R.T. program, in which the school offers pathways to earning New York State Regents Diplomas while qualifying for college sports.
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This place is near I-490
Cars are the most convenient means of travel in Highland Park, but many locals still use buses. Bus stops line major local thoroughfares such as South Goodman Street, South Avenue and South Clinton Avenue, taking riders across the city. People getting out of the city typically take their cars up South Goodman Street, hopping on the ramp to Interstate 490 at the north end of the community.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joe Tally
Joe Tally
RE/MAX Plus
(585) 514-4997
126 Total Sales
2 in Highland Park
$96K - $166K Price Range
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Roxanne Stavropoulos
Roxanne Stavropoulos
Howard Hanna
(585) 286-5447
208 Total Sales
7 in Highland Park
$225K - $420K Price Range
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Luke Cino
Luke Cino
Cornerstone Realty Associates
(585) 471-6456
251 Total Sales
4 in Highland Park
$31K - $283K Price Range
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Andrew Hannan
Andrew Hannan
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
(585) 514-5927
341 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$375,000 Price
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Danielle Clement
Danielle Clement
Responds QuicklyTru Agent Real Estate
(585) 380-3683
546 Total Sales
2 in Highland Park
$300K - $312K Price Range
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Mark Mackey
Mark Mackey
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Realty Group
(585) 449-6247
123 Total Sales
3 in Highland Park
$210K - $347K Price Range
Schools
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- K to 11th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 12th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Genesee Valley Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
Ellison Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
Cobbs Hill Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Lilac Adventure Zone
Ellwanger and Barry Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Highland Park
- Bike Trails
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Persimmon Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Gardiner Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Highland Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Highland Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Highland Park, Rochester sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland Park, Rochester over the last 12 months is $611,075, up 85% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$670,000
Median Sale Price
$611,075
Median Single Family Sale Price
$683,997
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$400,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
85%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$296
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,317
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1910
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,658
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,376
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,607
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,209
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$124,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 819 Sq Ft
- 76 Diem St
- New 5 days ago
ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE! So much love has been poured into this home over the last 30 years! Light and bright living room and formal dining room. Large kitchen with tons of cabinets and newer appliances! Many updates Including new carpets and fresh paint throughout, modern hardwood floors, newer roof (tear-off 2017 with transferable warranty), first floor laundry, updated bathroom with walk-in
Jason Robbins Homenet Realty
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$229,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,216 Sq Ft
- 313 Linden St
- New 7 days ago
Welcome to your South Wedge dream home! This stylish 3 bed, 1 bath gem has all the charm of an old-school classic with the updates you actually want. With 1,216 sq ft of cozy yet functional space, this home is full of personality—from the gorgeous hardwood floors to the tons of natural light.Kick back on the covered front porch, host your next hang in the partially fenced backyard with a cute
Sharon Quataert Sharon Quataert Realty
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$299,900
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,662 Sq Ft
- 176 Crawford St
- New 8 days ago
Expect to be Beyond impressed. Pride of ownership speaks volumes in this timeless charm and beauty of time gone by. This exquisite 2-story colonial home, perfectly situated in a desirable neighborhood. Boasts 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this residence offers classic curb appeal with a symmetrical facade, and a welcoming enclosed front porch. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the entire home,
Dennis Price Hunt Real Estate ERA/Columbus
Homes for Rent
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$1,400 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 815 Sq Ft
- 114 Seager St
- Rochester, NY
EMAIL for this Awesome second floor apartment in the heart of the SOUTHWEDGE!!!! This great apartment has brand NEW carpet through out, in unit laundry, ceiling fans, a new window AC unit, a nice functional kitchen... maybe a small high top table and a great living space! Share 1st floor porch and back yard, additional yard along Seager! Please email for an application today!! All applicants must
Joe TallyRE/MAX Plus(585) 549-3758 -
$1,485 - $2,049 per month
- 1600 Elmwood
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 524+ Sq Ft
- 1600 Elmwood Ave
- Rochester, NY
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$1,500 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,035 Sq Ft
- 165 Benton St
- Rochester, NY
Charming Updated 2-Bedroom in Swillberg/South Wedge AREA! Nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Swillberg/South Wedge neighborhood, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit is the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Just a short stroll from Highland Hospital, and minutes to parks, restaurants, Wegmans, and expressways, you’ll love the unbeatable location. Step
Deborah Renna-Hynes eXp Realty, LLC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,036
Median Age
43
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,539
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,840
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
46.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
65''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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