Last Sold Price
6 beds3,726 sqft$101/sqft
2 Thayer St, Rochester, NY 14607

Description

Welcome to 2 Thayer Street, also known as 38 Rutgers Street, a sprawling Victorian nestled in the highly sought-after Historic Park Avenue Neighborhood. If you’ve been searching for a property rich in character with the opportunity to build equity, this is the one! As you approach the home, you’re welcomed by a large, inviting front porch—perfect for entertaining or relaxing—overlooking a private front and side yard bordered by mature hedges. Step inside to a grand foyer showcasing extensive natural...Welcome to 2 Thayer Street, also known as 38 Rutgers Street, a sprawling Victorian nestled in the highly sought-after Historic Park Avenue Neighborhood. If you’ve been searching for a property rich in character with the opportunity to build equity, this is the one! As you approach the home, you’re welcomed by a large, inviting front porch—perfect for entertaining or relaxing—overlooking a private front and side yard bordered by mature hedges. Step inside to a grand foyer showcasing extensive natural woodwork and a charming built-in bench that immediately highlights the home’s historic craftsmanship. The first-floor apartment features a spacious kitchen with original wood cabinetry, pantry, and a classic country sink, with a back door leading to a private rear porch. This unit also offers a generously sized living room with built-ins and a wood-burning stove insert, extensive pocket doors, a formal dining room with a stained-glass light fixture, two well-sized bedrooms, a bonus room ideal for an office or den, and a full bathroom complete with a historic clawfoot tub. The second-floor apartment features a stunning large stained-glass window, a spacious foyer with built-ins leads to a living room featuring a decorative fireplace and a kitchenette. This apartment includes three nicely sized bedrooms, all with ample closet space. Additionally, there is a separate room and closet outside the current apartment footprint that could potentially serve as a second-floor laundry area or additional storage. The third-floor apartment offers a versatile open living space with two skylights, a quaint kitchen with access to a fire escape, a full bathroom with a clawfoot tub, and a large bedroom with closet. Off this unit is a substantial unfinished attic space, providing endless potential for expansion or storage. Additional highlights include a driveway with off-street parking, a garage, and all appliances currently on the premises are included in the sale. Delayed negotiations will take place January 27th at 2:00 PM.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/10/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Dayna Orione-Kim • Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
    P: (585) 362-8900 C: (585) 341-8660 dayna.orione.kim@gmail.com

Property Details for 2 Thayer Street

Status
MLS #
R1658459
Days on Market
7
Taxes
$9,971 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Residential
Year Built
1890
Lot Size
0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
Subdivision Comm Complex
White Gibbs & Thayer
Styles Of Residence
Triplex
On Waterfront
No
Parking Description
Garage, Gravel, Two Or More Spaces, Unpaved
Nearest Cross Street
Park Ave

Location

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Building Information for 2 Thayer Street

Stories2Residences3Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

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$2,737 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,906

Property Taxes

$831

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2 Thayer Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School District: Rochester
  • High School District: Rochester
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Rochester
  • Village: Not Applicable
  • Human YN: No
Parking
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: 1.00
  • Garage YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Rochester City-261400
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,971.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3726.0
  • Land Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
  • Num Of Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 261400-121-510-0002-043-000-0000
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Lot Number: 43
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Assessed Value: $435,000
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Num Of Electric Meters: 1
  • Num Of Gas Meters: 2
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, See Remarks
  • Foundation Description: Stone
  • Roof Description: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 6
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 2
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Floor Description: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Skylights, Natural Woodwork
  • Sq Ft Total: 3726.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Window Features: Leaded Glass, Skylights
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units In Community: 3
  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Operating Expense Includes: Other, See Remarks
  • Stories Total: 2
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 1
  • Features: Oven/ Range,Refrigerator,Dining Area With Living Room,Other - See Remarks
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Occupant Type: Owner
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 0
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Features: ,Other - See Remarks
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Occupant Type: Owner
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 0
Unit 3
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Features: Oven/ Range,Refrigerator,Formal Dining Room,Living Room,Other - See Remarks,Porch
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Occupant Type: Owner
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Rent Includes: Other, See Remarks

Property History for 2 Thayer Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 10, 2026

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1658459

$375,000
Mar 10, 2026

Expired

WNYREIS #R1658455

Mar 10, 2026

Sold

WNYREIS #R1658459

$375,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/10/2026

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1658459

$375,000
03/10/2026

Expired

WNYREIS #R1658455

03/10/2026

Sold

WNYREIS #R1658459

$375,000

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

Public Records for 2 Thayer Street

Taxable ValueLand$15,700Additions$419,300Total$435,000
Tax Record2025$3,880 ($323 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,726 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,726 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,202 SqFtStyleTriplexYear Built1890Year Renovated1890Zoning14CountyMONROEAPN261400 121.51-2-43

Schools near 2 Thayer 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
School 23 Francis Parker
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 2 Thayer Street, Rochester, NY 14607
$375,000
6
3,726
5,227
3,288
4,095
$195,000
2,699
4,095
5
3,925
10,824
$395,000
5
4
4,435
5,000
$395,600
3
3,487
5,080

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