Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,625 sqft$126/sqft
53 Congress Ave, Rochester, NY 14611
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,000 sq ftLot Size
1910Year Built
$126/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Great investment opportunity walking distance to Strong Memorial Hospital and the University of Rochester. This 1625 square foot colonial located in the sweet spot of the 19th ward features 4 full size bedrooms on the second floor and 2 full bathrooms. The sprawling first floor boast a large eat in kitchen along with a spacious living and dining room. Currently leased until May 2027 for $2200 a month by the same tenants since June 2023, this investment opportunity cannot be overlooked. A new transferable...Great investment opportunity walking distance to Strong Memorial Hospital and the University of Rochester. This 1625 square foot colonial located in the sweet spot of the 19th ward features 4 full size bedrooms on the second floor and 2 full bathrooms. The sprawling first floor boast a large eat in kitchen along with a spacious living and dining room. Currently leased until May 2027 for $2200 a month by the same tenants since June 2023, this investment opportunity cannot be overlooked. A new transferable C of O was issued in October 2025. Upgrades to the property include: Vinyl thermal pane windows, recently refinished hardwood floors, vinyl siding, 2013 high efficiency furnace, updated electrical service, 2019 hot water tank, glass block windows in basement, and so much more. Solid updated house, great location, easy to rent! Delayed showings Wednesday 3/11 @4:30, Delayed Negotiations until Monday 3/16 @10am.
  • Listed by: Michael R DiMino 585.279.8200 michaelrdimino@gmail.com • RE/MAX Plus
  • Listed by: Mary Jane Mahon 585.279.8200 mj@mjsells.com • RE/MAX Plus
Listing closed: 05/01/2026 12:00 AM • Source: WNYREIS, MLS#: R1664757

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Property Information for 53 Congress Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,100 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Comm Complex: Frost
  • Styles Of Residence: Colonial, Two Story
  • On Waterfront: No
  • Parking Description: Detached, Garage
  • Nearest Cross Street: Genesee St
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 7,000 SF
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
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: 2.00
  • Garage YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Rochester City-261400
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,100.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1625.0
  • Land Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
  • Num Of Acres: 0.1607
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1607
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7000.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 261400-135-420-0001-074-000-0000
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Lot Number: 74
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $168,600
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Blacktop Driveway
  • Foundation Description: Block
  • Roof Description: Architectural, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • HVAC Type: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • 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, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Sq Ft Total: 1625.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Num Bedrooms 1 St Floor: 0
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
  • Stories Total: 2

Property History for 53 Congress Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 1, 2026

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1664757

$205,000
May 1, 2026

Sold

WNYREIS #R1664757

$205,000
Apr 27, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1944283354

$205,000

+6.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/01/2026

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1664757

$205,000
05/01/2026

Sold

WNYREIS #R1664757

$205,000
04/27/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1944283354

$205,000

+6.8% / yr

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Public Records for 53 Congress Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$14,700Additions$153,900Total$168,600
Tax Record2025$1,614 ($134 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,625 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,625 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910Year Renovated1910Zoning12CountyMONROEAPN261400 135.42-1-74

Schools near 53 Congress 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
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
PublicK to 8

Joseph C Wilson Magnet High School
Public9 to 12

School 19 Dr Charles T Lunsford
PublicPK to 6

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