196 Kenwood Ave

2,606 Sq. Ft.
$65 / Sq. Ft.
2,606
Sq. Ft.
$65
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Great 19th Ward Location! This Boston-style duplex has been recently updated and features a current, longstanding tenant making it a strong investment opportunity. The property offers two spacious 3-bedroom apartments, each approximately 1,300 sq ft. The second-floor unit boasts an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a skylight, creating a bright and airy living space. The first-floor unit is move-in ready and features vinyl flooring throughout and a large eat-in kitchen. Additional highlights...Great 19th Ward Location! This Boston-style duplex has been recently updated and features a current, longstanding tenant making it a strong investment opportunity. The property offers two spacious 3-bedroom apartments, each approximately 1,300 sq ft. The second-floor unit boasts an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a skylight, creating a bright and airy living space. The first-floor unit is move-in ready and features vinyl flooring throughout and a large eat-in kitchen. Additional highlights include a full attic and full basement, separate and updated electric, and separate heating systems—one unit heated by a gas boiler, the other by a forced-air gas furnace, both recently updated. The exterior offers easy-maintenance vinyl siding, some vinyl replacement windows, and a huge front porch. Enjoy ample off-street parking in the rear with no need to block vehicles. A solid, well-maintained duplex in a desirable location, Ideal for owner-occupants or investors alike. Delayed Negations until January 26th at 4pm
  1. Listed by George H King • Coldwell Banker Custom Realty
    P: (585)-671-1111 C: (585)-737-4639 gking@coldwellbankerwny.com

Property Details for 196 Kenwood Avenue

Subdivision Comm Complex
Hawthorne Terrace
On Waterfront
No
Parking Description
Gravel, Paved, Two Or More Spaces
Nearest Cross Street
Arnett
LISTING UPDATED: 02/06/2026 08:57 AM

Property Details for 196 Kenwood Avenue

StatusPending
MLS #R1658965
Days on Market16
Taxes$2,610 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family / Residential
Year Built1890
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,201 SF
CountyMonroe County

Location

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Building Information for 196 Kenwood Avenue

Stories2Residences2Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,201 SF

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$1,064 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$847

Property Taxes

$218

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 196 Kenwood Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School District: Rochester
  • High School District: Rochester
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Rochester
  • Village: Not Applicable
  • Human YN: Yes
Parking
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: .00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Rochester City-261400
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,610.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2606.0
  • Land Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
  • Num Of Acres: 0.1194
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1194
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5201.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 261400-120-580-0002-072-000-0000
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Lot Number: 72
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $152,900
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers, Fuses
  • Num Of Electric Meters: 2
  • Num Of Gas Meters: 2
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing, Pex Plumbing
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Foundation Description: Block
  • Roof Description: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 6
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 0
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Floor Description: Laminate, Luxury Vinyl, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Sq Ft Total: 2606.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Window Features: Thermal Windows
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units In Community: 2
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Operating Expense Includes: Trash, Water Sewer
  • Stories Total: 2
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,300.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Features: Oven/ Range,Refrigerator,Eat-In Kitchen,Living Room
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $1,300.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Occupant Type: Other
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 1300
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,300.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Features: Oven/ Range,Refrigerator,Living Room
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $1,300.00
  • Unit Type Month To Month YN: Yes
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 1300
Rental
Rental Information
  • Rent Includes: Water

Property History for 196 Kenwood Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 5, 2026

Pending

WNYREIS #R1658965

Jan 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1658965

$169,900
Apr 12, 2021

Sold

WNYREIS #R1315163

$86,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/05/2026

Pending

WNYREIS #R1658965

01/20/2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1658965

$169,900
04/12/2021

Sold

WNYREIS #R1315163

$86,900

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

Public Records for 196 Kenwood Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,600Additions$146,300Total$152,900
Tax Record2024$1,432 ($119 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,606 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,606 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,200 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1890Zoning12CountyMONROEAPN261400 120.58-2-72

Schools near 196 Kenwood Avenue

This home is within Rochester City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
School 4 George Mather Forbes
PublicPK to 6

Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
PublicK to 8

Joseph C Wilson Magnet High School
Public9 to 12

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