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1 bed860 sqft

947 East Ave, Unit 4, Rochester, NY 14607

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CondoProperty Type
1903Year Built
$215/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$600/moHOA Fees

Description

This is your chance to own a piece of Rochester history! Welcome to 947 East Avenue Unit 4, a storybook two-story condo in the historical Bishops House. Built in 1903 and designed by architect Leon Stern for Frank Ritter, owner of the patent for the dental chair and founder of Ritter Dental Manufacturing Company. Ritter originally built the home for his daughters (whose likeness can be seen on the staircase in the grand foyer). Downstairs features a living room with soaring ceilings, stately mantle,...This is your chance to own a piece of Rochester history! Welcome to 947 East Avenue Unit 4, a storybook two-story condo in the historical Bishops House. Built in 1903 and designed by architect Leon Stern for Frank Ritter, owner of the patent for the dental chair and founder of Ritter Dental Manufacturing Company. Ritter originally built the home for his daughters (whose likeness can be seen on the staircase in the grand foyer). Downstairs features a living room with soaring ceilings, stately mantle, herringbone hardwood floors, original woodwork and tall windows letting light in from all angles. The eat-in kitchen boasts brand new appliances and flooring, and a private entrance. Head up the spiral staircase that leads to the large bedroom and elegant bathroom with arched shower detailing, and original tile and fixtures. You'll find multiple closets, one with a cozy private balcony overlooking the back of the home. The jewel of this floor is the spacious private deck (only used by this unit), perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktail hour overlooking East Avenue and the George Eastman Museum. The second floor can also be accessed directly by the staircase in the foyer. Make the heart of East Avenue your new home or artist studio! Long term rentals permitted. Additional dedicated storage space in locked closet in the basement, as well as free laundry. Two dedicated parking spaces in the parking lot. Heat included in HOA dues. Open House Thursday October 8th from 5-7 p.m. Delayed negotiations Tuesday October 13th at noon.
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  • Listed by: Kelsey Delmotte 585.613.5318 kelsey@truagent.com • Tru Agent Real Estate
Last updated: 10/07/2026 11:57 AM • Source: New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo), MLS#: R1719969
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Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 947 East Avenue, Unit 4

Property Details

  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Taxes: $4,505 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Condominium
  • Subdivision Name: Bishops House Condo
  • Has Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Building/Complex: 947 East Ave
  • Stories: 2
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Pet Policy Details: Yes
  • Year Built: 1903

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Barrington
  • Latitude: 43.150618
  • Longitude: -77.579438
  • MLS Area Major: Rochester City-261400
  • Has Senior Community: No
  • Township: Not Applicable
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $600.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Common Area Insurance, Common Areas, Heat, Insurance, Reserve Fund, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • Association Name: Self Managed
  • Association Phone: 0
  • Parcel Number: 261400-121-440-0002-004-000-0004
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,505.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 134800
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Rochester
  • High School District: Rochester
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Rochester
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Has Garage: No
  • Has Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, No Garage, Open, Two Spaces

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Historic District, Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.01
  • Lot Size Area: 0.01
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 9X0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 436.0
  • Road Frontage Type: Main Thoroughfare
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 860.0
  • Living Area: 860.0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • Attic: None
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco
  • Levels: Two
  • Structure Type: Apartment
  • UnitLocation: 1st Floor
Utilities
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Varies, Vinyl
  • Heating: Gas, Radiators
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, Galley Kitchen, Natural Woodwork
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Window Features: Leaded Glass
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Open, Porch
  • Roof: Slate, Tile
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2

Multi Family

Multi Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
  • Unit Number: 4

Rental

Rent Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 947 East Avenue, Unit 4

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1719969

$184,900—
Oct 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1719969

$184,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/07/2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1719969

$184,900
10/07/2026

Listed (Active)

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1719969

$184,900

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

Schools near 947 East Avenue, Unit 4

This home is within Rochester City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
School 23 Francis Parker
PublicPK to 6

School Of The Arts
Public7 to 12

School 35 Pinnacle
PublicPK to 6

Anna Murray-Douglass Academy
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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947 East Avenue, Unit 4 is a condo for sale in Rochester, NY 14607. This property was listed for sale on October 7, 2026 by Tru Agent Real Estate, it's currently listed at $184,900. This listing's school district is Rochester City School District. Nearby schools include School 23 Francis Parker, School Of The Arts and School 35 Pinnacle. 947 East Avenue, Unit 4 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 860 sqft condo built in 1903.

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