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Riverside community just a quick walk from the University of Rochester
Plymouth-Exchange was first developed at the turn of the 20th century on the banks of the north-flowing Genesee River. Many of those original single-family homes are still on the market, even as new development shapes this neighborhood to suit different lifestyles, from working professionals and families to college students at the University of Rochester across the river. “PLEX,” as locals call it, is a community that retains older homes and curb appeal while modernizing with new apartment buildings and becoming more accessible with the addition of bike lanes along neighborhood streets and the Genesee Riverway Trail.
Plymouth-Exchange is a short walk away to the University of Rochester.
Many homes in Plymouth-Exchange are sold as-is and need some TLC.
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Plymouth-Exchange features Cape Cods and bungalows
PLEX comes with an older housing stock of Cape Cods, colonials and bungalows. The neighborhood is shaped as a long strip running across the Genesee River, and most residential roads branch off South Plymouth Avenue. The colonials here “tend to be older homes and are commonly found on Plymouth Avenue," while "you'll find more Cape Cod homes on Exchange Street,” says Nathaniel Ellison, the broker and owner of House is a Home Realty, specializing in the Rochester area for over 16 years. In 2024, the median sales price in Rochester neared $230k. In Plymouth-Exchange, however, home prices generally range from $25,000 to $200,000. Many single-family houses here are sold as-is and may need renovations and repairs. Newer multi-family duplexes and apartments, including developments like Carlson Commons and Riverview Apartments, are popular among college students who live off campus while attending the University of Rochester, which is within walking distance. Walking down the streets of PLEX reveals its distinctly urban-suburban feel: a mixture of compact, gridded streets with consistent sidewalks and modest lawn space. Some homeowners have private parking in detached garages or driveways, while others rely on finding street parking spots. There are also downtown skyline views from the rolling hill where South Plymouth Avenue sits.
The Plymouth-Exchange neighborhood is known for its diverse range of multi-family homes.
Home prices in Plymouth-Exchange range from $25,000 to $200,000.
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The Genesee Riverway Trail allows pedestrian access to Downtown
“More is being built around the Genesee River. The neighborhood is building up the river with walkways and bike paths,” says Ellison. One of the newest renovations in PLEX has been the completion of the Genesee Riverway Trail, which offers riverside views across 24 miles of mostly paved pathways through the city. The ROC the Riverway initiative began in 2018 and included a multimillion-dollar investment to improve and develop Rochester’s waterfront parks. A quick walk across the river from PLEX leads to Bausch and Lomb Riverside Park, a small green space with benches and an overlook with sweeping vistas of the river and downtown Rochester. A mile southwest is Genesee Valley Park, which stretches across 800 acres of land and is popular for outdoor activities like golf, river kayaking and cross-country skiing in the snowy Rochester winters.
The 24-mile Genesee Riverway Trail runs through Plymouth-Exchange.
The Genesee Riverway Trail is a popular outdoor destination in Plymouth-Exchange.
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Westside Farmers Market is in neighboring Genesee Jefferson
From June through October, the Westside Farmers Market offers fresh, local foods while connecting farms to a lively urban market a couple blocks west of PLEX. This market also features a musician each week and has free kids’ activities. For those who want to discuss issues or request improvements to the community, there’s the Plymouth-Exchange Neighborhood Association, which meets once a month and encourages people from the nearby neighborhoods to come meet and engage with neighbors.
The Westside Farmers Market features an abundance of engaging, free activities designed specifically for children, making it an excellent destination for family fun and entertainment.
The Westside Farmers Market occurs each Tuesday from 4-7pm June 4 through October 8.
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Plymouth-Express Deli has convenience, snacks and deli sandwiches
Along South Plymouth Avenue is Plymouth Express Grocery & Deli, a corner store offering convenience items and a grab-and-go menu of deli sandwiches and hot wings. Folks can venture west into the Genesee-Jefferson neighborhood for a quick bite at Brooks Landing Diner, which serves homestyle breakfast, from shrimp and grits to corned beef hash. Since there are no supermarkets within the neighborhood, locals usually browse at Corn Hill Exchange Market for fresh groceries, just a mile north. Those seeking nightlife are within a 10-minute drive or bike ride of downtown Rochester, where East Avenue is a popular corridor for bars and restaurants.
The Plymouth Express Deli offers prepared foods for people in a hurry.
Brooks Landing Diner is a popular restaurant in Plymouth-Exchange.
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Rochester Early College International High is unique in the district
Plymouth-Exchange falls under the South Zone of Rochester City School District, so kids have a choice of nearby schools like School 19 Dr. Charles Lunford, rated a C-minus on Niche and teaching kindergarten through eighth-grade students. Then there’s Rochester Early College International High School, rated a B-plus and the only school in the district with an early college program. It allows students to take college courses at Monroe Community College campus to fast-track their postsecondary journeys.
Rochester Early College International High School received a B rating from Niche.
School 19 Dr. Charles Lunford is rated a C-minus on Niche.
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Folks can walk the Riverway Trail, or drive and bike on South Plymouth Avenue
The Genesee Riverway Trail is accessible by bike or on foot, so Plymouth-Exchange locals can walk to Corn Hill for groceries or even downtown Rochester for nightlife in a little over a mile. The trail also has a footbridge, which allows residents to cross directly to the University of Rochester in minutes. South Plymouth Avenue is bike-friendly, and there are Rochester RTS bus stops for public transit. The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport is just 3 miles from home. Commuters can quickly reach downtown after a 2-mile drive north along Exchange Boulevard as well.
The Genesee Riverway Trail is a popular outdoor destination in Plymouth-Exchange.
The 24-mile Genesee Riverway Trail runs through Plymouth-Exchange.
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Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International
5 min drive
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Plymouth & Cottage
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Plymouth & Flint
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Plymouth & Magnolia
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Plymouth & Columbia
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Plymouth & Bartlett
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Plymouth & Jefferson
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Plymouth-Exchange
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Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Plymouth-Exchange Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Plymouth-Exchange, Rochester sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Plymouth-Exchange, Rochester over the last 12 months is $107,500, up 47% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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