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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upper Monroe a good place to live?
Upper Monroe is a good place to live. Upper Monroe is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Upper Monroe is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Upper Monroe has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.0 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $90,780 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 69.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Upper Monroe are renters, with 72% of residents renting and 28% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Upper Monroe can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Upper Monroe neighborhood guide.
Is Upper Monroe, NY a safe neighborhood?
Upper Monroe, NY is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Upper Monroe?
The median home price in Upper Monroe is $199,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $39,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.49%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,010 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $43K a year to afford the median home price in Upper Monroe. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Upper Monroe is $91K.
What are the best public schools in Upper Monroe?
The best public schools that serve Upper Monroe are:
- School 23-Francis Parker has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- World Of Inquiry School No. 58 has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Joseph C Wilson Magnet High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
What are the best private schools in Upper Monroe?
The best private schools that serve Upper Monroe are:
- The Harley School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
- Hillel Community Day School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- McQuaid Jesuit Preparatory School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Upper Monroe, Rochester, NY?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Upper Monroe, Rochester, NY?
The most popular neighborhoods near Upper Monroe, Rochester, NY are Swillburg, Park Avenue, East Avenue, Cobbs Hill and Downtown Rochester.
Are home prices dropping in Upper Monroe?
Yes, home prices in Upper Monroe are down 37% in the last 12 months.
