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Why Strong appeals to medical staff, students and nearby workers
Three miles south of Downtown Rochester, Strong is a busy, walkable community offering a mix of apartment buildings and historic homes near the University of Rochester and Strong Memorial Hospital. Often nicknamed “White Coat Village,” the neighborhood is especially popular with medical staff and students. Mount Hope Avenue serves as the main commercial corridor, with restaurants, shops and nightlife, anchored by the College Town development. Residents also benefit from public transit access and proximity to green spaces, including Highland Park and the Genesee Riverway Trail.
The median sale price in Strong is in the upper $200,000s.
College Town offers numerous health, retail, and food amenities in Strong.
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Homes range from historic styles to updated multifamily options
Homes in Strong were built between the late 19th and late 20th centuries. “The single-family residential/rental is a good business model there,” says Ignazio Vaccaro, a real estate professional with Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester West and a Rochester local. “You’ll find a lot of students, as well as residents at the hospital.”
Leafy side streets feel noticeably quieter than the neighborhood’s busier corridors. American Foursquare and Colonial Revival homes are common, some converted to multifamily properties, with details like louvered shutters, porticos and clapboard siding in neutral tones or pastels. Craftsman bungalows and ranch-style homes — typically smaller — round out the mix. Many properties retain their early- to mid-20th-century character, but some have been updated with features such as attached garages and decks.
Prices range from the lower $100,000s for a modest single-family home to the lower $500,000s for an updated multifamily property. The median sale price is in the upper $200,000s — above the citywide median but lower than neighboring Brighton. “Homes sell quickly here because it’s a desirable place with the suburbs close to the non-residential areas,” says John Buscemi, a Realtor at Howard Hanna with over 15 years of experience. Most residents rent, and there are apartment communities, such as Mount Hope Lofts and the 55-plus Brickstone.
The Strong neighborhood of Rochester, NY, boasts historic charm and tree-lined streets.
Proximity to the University of Rochester enhances the neighborhood's academic vibe.
There are several apartment buildings in Strong.
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What to see and do in Highland Park
Highland Park functions as an arboretum, with a diverse collection of trees and flowers from around the world. Residents come to relax beneath Japanese maples, walk among hundreds of rhododendrons and visit the park’s well-known lilac collection. The Lamberton Conservatory adds a botanical garden experience, housing tropical plants and small exotic animals, including tortoises and koi.
The 150-acre park also features several landmarks, including the Highland Park Bowl, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the historic Warner Castle, a Scottish baronial–inspired structure with a sunken garden. You can also the playground, rugby fields and winter ice skating at Lily Pond. Nearby, the Genesee Riverway Trail provides a scenic waterfront route for cycling and fishing, while Brighton Town Park includes a 12-acre pond stocked with largemouth bass.
Take a fishing trip to Brighton Town Park in the Strong neighborhood.
Welcome to Brighton Town Park.
The baseball field at Brighton Town Park is great for batters.
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Strong's vibrant local businesses contribute to the area's unique character.
Restaurants and hangouts clustered along Mount Hope Avenue
Strong offers a mix of national chains, locally owned restaurants and casual nightlife, much of it lined along Mount Hope Avenue. The stretch draws a steady crowd from nearby hospitals, the university and surrounding neighborhoods. College Town is a mixed-use development along the thoroughfare, featuring a cluster of lively businesses. Neighborhood favorites include:
Mt. Hope Family Diner, a longtime staple for brunch classics and Rochester’s signature garbage plate — a hearty mix of meat, fries and sides topped with spicy meat sauce
SEA Restaurant, a Southeast Asian spot serving Vietnamese and Thai specialties
Grappa Italian Nouveau, a date-night destination for small plates, curated wines and house-made pasta
Copper Leaf Brewing, a sports bar known for watch parties, karaoke and rotating taps
Families have school choice in Rochester
Strong is part of the Rochester City School District’s South Zone. Families may choose an elementary school within their assigned zone, like Pinnacle School No. 35, or a citywide school. All secondary schools are citywide. Rochester Early College International High School is a standout for its academic programs, which allow teens to graduate with 24 to 60 college credits through its partnership with Monroe Community College.
Pinnacle School No. 35 teaches kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.
Anna Murray-Douglass Academy, a K-through-8 magnet school with a student-run garden.
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Easy access to UR, Strong Hospital and key roads for commuters
The neighborhood’s sidewalks and bike lanes make it easy to get to the University of Rochester and Strong Memorial Hospital. “If you want to be able to walk to work, Strong is the place,” Buscemi says. Interstate 390 borders Strong, and Mount Hope Avenue leads downtown. Regional Transit Service buses also stop here.
Public transportation is easily accessed in the Strong neighborhood.
The University of Rochester's Strong Memorial Hospital.
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Local festivals and UR games offer activities throughout the year
Rochester has a packed calendar of events year-round, including:
The Rochester Lilac Festival in May, celebrating the blooming lilacs at Highland Park with a parade, race and family-friendly activities
The Rochester International Jazz Festival in June, featuring more than 1,700 artists performing at venues across the city
The Corn Hill Arts Festival in July, a weekend-long showcase of painting, pottery, woodworking and more
Yellowjacket games at the University of Rochester’s Fauver Stadium, bringing collegiate sports action to the city
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Strong Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Strong, Rochester sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Strong, Rochester over the last 12 months is $284,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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