Last Sold Price
3 beds1,158 sqft$112/sqft
159 Seager St, Rochester, NY 14620

Description

Welcome to 159 Seager Street, conveniently located in Rochester's Highland Neighborhood. Just minutes from Highland Hospital, less than half a mile from Highland Park—home of the annual Lilac Festival—and only a half mile from I-490, this location offers convenient access to downtown Rochester, the University of Rochester, and everyday amenities. Have dinner and a movie at nearby Roc Cinema, grab brunch at the iconic Highland Park Diner, or explore the area's parks, local shops, and cafes. Tucked...Welcome to 159 Seager Street, conveniently located in Rochester's Highland Neighborhood. Just minutes from Highland Hospital, less than half a mile from Highland Park—home of the annual Lilac Festival—and only a half mile from I-490, this location offers convenient access to downtown Rochester, the University of Rochester, and everyday amenities. Have dinner and a movie at nearby Roc Cinema, grab brunch at the iconic Highland Park Diner, or explore the area's parks, local shops, and cafes. Tucked away on a street with no through traffic, you'll also appreciate the quieter setting. This classic property offers 1,478 square feet and is ready for its next chapter. A true handyman special, the home offers plenty of character to build on, including moldings, custom built-ins, a kitchen pass-through to the dining room, and a mix of open and closed shelving. The traditional floor plan includes the added convenience of a first-floor half bath, while the updated bathrooms feature distinctive vessel sinks. Outside, a vine-covered pergola with privacy screens hints at the charm this property could offer with some care and imagination. The compact lot offers a low-maintenance outdoor space with room to create your own private garden retreat. Additional features include stainless steel Energy Star appliances, including a dishwasher, ceiling fans in multiple rooms, and built-in storage solutions throughout the home that help make the most of the home's footprint. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project or an investment opportunity, 159 Seager Street offers the chance to restore a character-filled home in an exceptionally convenient location! Delayed negotations until thursday 7/2 at 2pm
LISTING CLOSED: 08/20/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Nathan J. Wenzel • Howard Hanna
    P: (585) 473-1320 C: (585) 764-1117 nate@rochesterdreamhome.com

Property Details for 159 Seager Street

Status
MLS #
R1693495
Days on Market
11
Taxes
$3,480 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.03 AC / 1,306 SF
Architectural Style
Two Story
Subdivision Name
T R Hunt
Has Waterfront
No

Location

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Building Information for 159 Seager Street

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,306 SF

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$951 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$661

Property Taxes

$290

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 159 Seager Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: S Goodman St
  • Latitude: 43.137175
  • Longitude: -77.598536
  • MLS Area Major: Rochester City-261400
  • Township: Not Applicable
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 261400-121-810-0002-021-000-0000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,480.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 122200
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Rochester
  • High School District: Rochester
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Rochester
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Has Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage, No Driveway
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Area: 0.03
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 27X54
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1478.0
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1158.0
  • Living Area: 1158.0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • Attic: Crawl Space
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Copper Plumbing, Pex Plumbing
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: Two
Utilities
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Natural Woodwork
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Enclosed Porch, Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0

Property History for 159 Seager Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2026

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1693495

$130,000
Aug 20, 2026

Sold

WNYREIS #R1693495

$130,000
Jul 15, 2026

Pending

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1693495

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2026

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1693495

$130,000
08/20/2026

Sold

WNYREIS #R1693495

$130,000
07/15/2026

Pending

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1693495

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 159 Seager Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,000Additions$119,200Total$122,200
Tax Record2025$1,061 ($88 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,158 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,158 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,478 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900Zoning12CountyMONROEAPN261400 121.81-2-21

Schools near 159 Seager Street

This home is within Rochester City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Anna Murray-Douglass Academy
PublicPK to 6

MONROE LOWER SCHOOL
Public7 to 8

James Monroe High School
Public9 to 12

School 35 Pinnacle
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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