NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 University Ave Rochester, NY 14607

East Avenue Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $215,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
930 Sq Ft
$231/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 19, 2019

Last sale price $165,000 $177 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,377/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Corner Lot
  • 1.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Forced Air Cooling System

About This Home

As of April 2019

Charming 2 bd Condo nestled on the corner of University Ave & Strathallan Park! Only minutes from most Park & East Ave attractions! This condo features a 1st flr 1.5 car garage, low monthly HOA payment, & numerous amounts of interior upgrades! The main living area is situated on the bright & open 2nd flr of the condo, w/shiny hardwood flooring, new modern light fixtures, & a gas Peterson fireplace that is artfully framed by a stone/tile hearth & mantle! The kitchen is simply stunning w/matching Stainless Steel appliances, granite extended counters, new sink/garbage disposal, low profile microwave, & custom tile backsplash! Upstairs you are treated to 2 sizeable bedrms w/new Hunter Douglas room-darkening blinds & a full bath/laundry combo! This home is move-in ready w/recently re-done hardwoods, interior & exterior painting, recessed Led lighting, all new molding throughout, & many more upgrades! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity for convenient city living!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Siwiec

Listing by Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates License #10491212604 Listed on: 02/25/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Malone

Listing by Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester License #30MA0937209

Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,411

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 930 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 33

Interior Spaces

  • 930 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Granite Countertops
  • Laundry on upper level

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 261400-121-270-0001-007-000-0553

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include exterior building maintenance, master insurance, snow removal
  • City Park Condo 02 Community
  • City Park Condo 02 Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,411

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Exterior Building Maintenance, Master Insurance, Snow Removal
  • Unit Location: Center
  • NY Swis Code: Rochester City-261400
  • Total Assessed Value: 126000
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Lot Dimension Depth: 50
  • Lot Dimension Front: 33
  • Lot Information: Corner Lot, Near Bus Line, Neighborhood Street, Slope View
  • Nearest Cross Street: Strathallan Park
  • Number of Stories: 2.0000
  • Property Type: Condo And Townhouse
  • Ratio Close Price By Acres: 4353562.01
  • Ratio Close Price By Sq Ft: 177.42
  • Ratio List Price By Acres: 4614775.73
  • Ratio List Price By Sq Ft: 188.06
  • Regional Board Code: Rochester
  • School Tax: 2901
  • Sub Board Code: Rochester
  • Type: Condo-Townhouse, Condominium
  • Type of Sale: Normal
  • Unit Floor Plan: Two Levels
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Lot Sq Ft: 930
  • Age of Building: 47
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Directions To Property: Conveniently located on the corner of University Avenue and Strathallan Park!
  • Subdivision Comm Complex: City Park Condo 02
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1975

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Additional Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Circuit Breakers - Some
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room, Foyer/Entry Hall, Laundry-2nd Floor
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space
  • Floor Description: Hardwood-Some, Tile-Some
  • Kitchen Appliances Included: Negotiable
  • Kitchen Dining Description: Granite Counter, Living/Dining Combo, Pantry
  • Number of Bedrooms 2nd Floor: 2
  • Number of Fireplaces Gas: 1
  • Number of Fireplaces Total Calculated: 1
  • Number of 2nd Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Rooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Sq Ft: 930

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood
  • Additional Exterior Features: Cable TV Available, Garage Door Opener, High Speed Internet
  • Number of Acres: 0.0379

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Description: Attached, Under House
  • Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5000
  • Parking Description: Covered

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel Description: Gas
  • Hvac Type: AC-Central, Forced Air
  • Sewer Description: Sewer Connected
  • Water Heater Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 150
  • HOA Fees Description: Monthly

Schools

  • School District: Rochester

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 261400-121-270-0001-007-000-0553

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed Types: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Tax Info

  • Total Taxes: 4411

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: Rochester

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2019
Closed on
Apr 10, 2019
Sold by
Cadena Sylvia
Bought by
Escher Herbert R
Seller's Agent
Mark Siwiec
Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates
Buyer's Agent
Robert Malone
Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-5.66%
Current Estimated Value
$215,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$50,000
Original Mortgage
$148,500
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2004
Sold by
Julian Joseph
Bought by
Cadena Sylvia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2002
Sold by
Burrows Sharon L
Bought by
Charter One Bank Fsb

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 1995
Sold by
Williamson Nancy B
Bought by
Burrows Sharon
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Escher Herbert R $165,000 None Available
Cadena Sylvia $99,000 --
Charter One Bank Fsb $52,200 --
Burrows Sharon $65,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Escher Herbert R $153,500
Closed Escher Herbert R $148,500
Previous Owner Cadena Sylvia $36,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/19/2019 04/19/19 Sold $165,000 -5.7% $177 / Sq Ft
03/06/2019 03/06/19 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2019 02/25/19 For Sale $174,900 -- $188 / Sq Ft
Source: Upstate New York Real Estate Information Services (UNYREIS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2020 $4,495 $165,000 $4,300 $160,700
2019 $0 $126,000 $4,300 $121,700
2018 $0 $126,000 $4,300 $121,700
2017 $0 $126,000 $4,300 $121,700
2016 $4,495 $126,000 $4,300 $121,700
2015 $3,108 $130,000 $4,300 $125,700
2014 $3,108 $130,000 $4,300 $125,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mark Siwiec

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Mark Siwiec

    Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates

    (585) 330-8750

    35 in this area

    942 Total Sales

    Mark Siwiec
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  • Robert Malone

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Robert Malone

    Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester

    (585) 733-7729

    244 Total Sales

    Robert Malone
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Map

Source: Upstate New York Real Estate Information Services (UNYREIS)

MLS Number: R1174885

Upstate New York Real Estate Information Services (UNYREIS)

APN: 261400-121-270-0001-007-000-0553

New York Monroe County Rochester 14607 East Avenue

553 University Ave, Rochester, NY

This home is located at 553 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607 since 25 February 2019 and is currently priced at $215,000, approximately $231 per square foot. This property was built in 1975. 553 University Ave is a home located in Monroe County with nearby schools including School 23-Francis Parker, School 2 Clara Barton, and George Mather Forbes School No. 4.

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