259 Seward St

Rochester, NY 14608

$113,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,015 Sq. Ft.
$111 / Sq. Ft.
1,015
Sq. Ft.
$111
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/20/25
Closed 8/20/25

Description

This well-maintained home offers a great opportunity for homeownership. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, the property includes a spacious living room, dining area, and a bright, clean kitchen. The interior has been freshly painted and showcases refinished solid oak hardwood floors, complemented by new vinyl flooring in select areas. Included with the home are essential appliances: stove, refrigerator, washer, and dryer. Additional features include new window treatments, and select furniture...This well-maintained home offers a great opportunity for homeownership. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, the property includes a spacious living room, dining area, and a bright, clean kitchen. The interior has been freshly painted and showcases refinished solid oak hardwood floors, complemented by new vinyl flooring in select areas. Included with the home are essential appliances: stove, refrigerator, washer, and dryer. Additional features include new window treatments, and select furniture items may be included upon request. The home is constructed with durable brick and has a recently painted exterior with low-maintenance vinyl siding. Enjoy natural light in the enclosed front porch. The fully fenced yard provides ample outdoor space, and the driveway accommodates parking for 3–4 vehicles. Conveniently located near Corn Hill, Highland Park, the University of Rochester, Strong Hospital, and Route 390. This property is eligible for homebuyer grants and includes a home warranty. There may also be potential to acquire adjacent city-owned property. Showings begin Thursday, May 15th, with negotiations starting Wednesday, May 21st at 2:00 PM.
  1. Listed by Bernadette M. Giambra • Howard Hanna
    P: (585)-266-5560 C: (585)-266-5560 bernadettegiambra@howardhanna.com

Property Details for 259 Seward Street

Subdivision Comm Complex
L Mc Laughlin
Styles Of Residence
Bungalow, Ranch
On Waterfront
No
Parking Description
No Garage
Nearest Cross Street
Columbia Ave
LISTING CLOSED: 08/20/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 259 Seward Street

StatusClosed
MLS #R1605804
Days on Market6
Taxes$1,160 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,686 SF
CountyMonroe County
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Location

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Sold By New 2 U Homes LLC

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Building Information for 259 Seward Street

Stories1Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,686 SF

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$660 per month

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Principal and Interest

$563

Property Taxes

$97

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 259 Seward 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: .00
  • Garage YN: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Rochester City-261400
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,160.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1015.0
  • Land Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
  • Num Of Acres: 0.1076
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1076
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4686.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 261400-121-690-0001-007-000-0000
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Lot Number: 7
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $59,300
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • 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: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing, Pex Plumbing
  • Exterior Features: Blacktop Driveway, Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced, Porch
  • Fencing: Full
  • Foundation Description: Other, See Remarks, Stone
  • Roof Description: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Security Features: Security System Owned
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Free Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 0
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Floor Description: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Sq Ft Total: 1015.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Num Bedrooms 1 St Floor: 3
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Window Features: Drapes
Room 1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom3
Room 3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
  • Stories Total: 1

Property History for 259 Seward Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2025

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1605804

$113,000—
Aug 20, 2025

Sold

WNYREIS #R1605804

$113,000—
Aug 13, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1913473114

$113,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2025

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1605804

$113,000
08/20/2025

Sold

WNYREIS #R1605804

$113,000
08/13/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1913473114

$113,000

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

Public Records for 259 Seward Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,100Additions$53,200Total$59,300
Tax Record2024$555 ($46 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,015 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,015 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,686 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Zoning12CountyMONROEAPN261400 121.69-1-7

Schools near 259 Seward Street

This home is within Rochester City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
School 19 Dr Charles T Lunsford
Public - PK to 6
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
Public - K to 8
Rochester Early College International High School
Public - 9 to 12
School 4 George Mather Forbes
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
School 19 Dr Charles T Lunsford
PublicPK to 6

Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
PublicK to 8

Rochester Early College International High School
Public9 to 12

School 4 George Mather Forbes
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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