Strong
Suburban prewar homes and apartment options in Strong
Home values run from $225,000 to $400,000, varying by square footage and lot size. Strong’s single-family homes consist of center-hall colonials, ramblers, Cape Cod and Craftsman homes, mostly built during the 1930s and ‘40s after Strong Memorial Hospital became an established medical center in the city. There are 1,000- to 1,500-square-foot Cape Cods and ranch houses in the $150,000 to $225,000 price range. Larger Chalet-style bungalows, colonials and Foursquare homes stretch up to 2,500 square feet in size and are priced in the $250,000 to $350,000 range. Single-family homes have attached garages, driveways and about a quarter-acre of grass in the front and back yards. Sidewalks line the streets throughout the residential sections and into the busier retail spaces, making the neighborhood walkable. “Homes sell quickly here because it’s a desirable place with the suburbs close to the non-residential areas,” Buscemi says. Most Strong residents are renters, as several apartment complexes are dotted throughout the area, making it a popular destination for college students. At Elmwood Manor, there are apartment and townhouse options, and Brickstone offers apartments to retirement-aged residents.
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Close to Highland Park and with trails by the Erie Canal
A block north of Strong is Highland Park, an arboretum laid out by Frederick Law Olmstead, an influential landscape architect and designer of urban parks in the late 1800s. Locals can get fresh air here and enjoy the views of dwarf evergreens in the rock garden, gaze upon Japanese maple trees, and see the oval-shaped pansy bed that blooms into new patterns every year. Highland Park also features a pond, conservatory, and an outdoor stage that hosts performance art pieces and live music. Highland Park hosts the Rochester Lilac Festival in May. Locals can witness the bloom of many pink lilacs while enjoying live music and food vendors. The park also hosts the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, honoring the fallen soldiers from the greater Rochester area. To the east of Strong, locals can stroll the paved path beside the 12-acre pond at Brighton Town Park, spotting turtles, geese and deer along the way. A small walking path off Westmoreland Drive leads to the Erie Canal Heritage Trail, the local segment of the larger Empire State Trail. Locals here can walk or bike ride with views overlooking the Erie Canal. Mount Hope Cemetery is also within the neighborhood and is the burial place of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass.
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Locals dine along Mount Hope Avenue
College Town Rochester features fast-casual spots like Chipotle and Insomnia Cookies and the University of Rochester’s campus Barnes & Noble, all along Mount Hope Avenue. Local restaurant Mamasan’s Noodle Caboodle Restaurant offers Vietnamese and Thai noodle dishes. For breakfast, the Mount Hope Diner serves everything from eggs and waffles to Rochester’s signature dish, the garbage plate, a platter of ground meat and home fries topped with hot sauce or chili. The southwest corner of Strong has a Costco for groceries, but if residents aren’t members, they may have to go a mile north to South Wedge for local options like Highland Market or Abundance Food Co-op.
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Nearby Rochester City Public Schools
Strong is within the Rochester City School District’s South Zone, and students here can attend School 35 Pinnacle, which teaches kindergarten through sixth grade. Kids can then progress to the nearby Anna Murray-Douglass Academy, a magnet school teaching kindergarten through eighth grade, with a playground and student-run garden. Both schools get a C-minus grade from Niche. Finally, James Monroe High is in neighboring South Wedge and has a C-rating.
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Strong Memorial Hospital and University of Rochester are a walk away
University of Rochester students and faculty living in Strong can walk to the hospital or College Town in minutes. Still, locals who need to cross the river might prefer a quick drive, as Downtown Rochester is just 3 miles north. Locals are also close to I-390, which borders Strong to the south and encircles the city. The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport is a 4-mile drive from home.
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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 Strong
$260K - $707K Price Range
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Roxanne Stavropoulos
Roxanne Stavropoulos
Howard Hanna
(585) 286-5447
208 Total Sales
3 in Strong
$250K - $350K Price Range
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Bonnie Pagano
Bonnie Pagano
Core Agency RE INC
(585) 601-1060
202 Total Sales
1 in Strong
$240,000 Price
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Justin Brosnan
Justin Brosnan
Revolution Real Estate
(585) 481-8302
148 Total Sales
3 in Strong
$263K - $285K Price Range
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Andrew Hannan
Andrew Hannan
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
(585) 514-5927
341 Total Sales
10 in Strong
$155K - $250K Price Range
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Richard Miller
Richard Miller
Responds QuicklyRESULTS REALTORS
(585) 514-5023
210 Total Sales
3 in Strong
$189K - $225K Price Range
Schools
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- K to 11th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- 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
Brighton Town Park
Lilac Adventure Zone
Highland Park
- Bike Trails
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Persimmon Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Strong | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 10 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Strong Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Strong, Rochester sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Strong, Rochester over the last 12 months is $299,280, down 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$371,913
Median Sale Price
$299,280
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$402,860
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$290,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-46%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$213
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,090
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1941
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,425
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,826
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
966
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$249,900
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,544 Sq Ft
- 155 Elmerston Rd
- New 5 days ago
Welcome to this beautifully maintained Colonial nestled in the highly sought-after Strong neighborhood of Rochester—just a short walk to the vibrant University of Rochester! Step inside to a welcoming foyer that sets the tone for this spacious and inviting home. The expansive living room offers the perfect place to unwind and is filled with abundant natural light!Gleaming hardwood floors
Anthony Butera Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
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$189,900
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,020 Sq Ft
- 52 Warren St
- New 6 days ago
Perfect 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home located in the ideal location with a huge DOUBLE LOT! Completely updated and in move in condition. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors, tall 10 foot ceilings, freshly painted throughout and a first floor bedroom! The kitchen has been tasteful remodeled with white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and tile floors with a tile backsplash.
Jason Ruffino RE/MAX Plus
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$299,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,207 Sq Ft
- 125 Redfern Dr
- New 14 days ago
Investor Alert! Don't miss this turnkey opportunity in one of Rochester's most sought-after investment corridors—steps from College Town, the University of Rochester, and Strong Memorial Hospital. 125 Redfern Dr is a fully rented 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod and is Fully Furnished with a 1-year lease in place, transferable Certificate of Occupancy, and professional property management already
Ignazio Vaccaro Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
Homes for Rent
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$1,585 - $2,600 per month
- Mount Hope Lofts
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 453+ Sq Ft
- 1331 Mount Hope Ave
- Rochester, NY
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$1,600 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,544 Sq Ft
- 1698 Mount Hope Ave
- Unit 1700
- Rochester, NY
Beautiful 2 bed 1 bath apartment located on Mt. Hope just minutes away from College Town, The U of R, RIT, MCC, and hospitals. Enjoy relaxing on the private balcony during warm summer days. Spacious living room offers plenty of space to kick back. In-unit laundry offers unparalleled convenience. Plentiful off-street parking. Rent includes water, garbage, lawn care, and snow removal. Cats ok, dogs
Kerem Erol East Ave Realty
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$1,265 - $1,585 per month
- Imperial South
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 390+ Sq Ft
- 1577 Elmwood Ave
- Rochester, NY
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,827
Median Age
31
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,100
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,546
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
66.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.3%
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®
75
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Corn Hill
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Plymouth-Exchange
River-bound neighborhood with varied housing near the University of Rochester
South Wedge
Established homes in a historic area with river access
Upper Monroe
Urban village along Monroe Avenue close to Pinnacle Hill and Cobb's Hill Park
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