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$74,612$48 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $53,000 on Mar 30, 2020

16 BACKUS ST

ROCHESTER, NY 14608
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,560 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,751 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$75K
$65K low$84K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$53,000 · Mar 30, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$542 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$60,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 116 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
School 54-Flower City Community SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
M
School 5-John WilliamsD+
Middle · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi
H
Rochester Early College International High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Rochester City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14608These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.170
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,285
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,311 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,446
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,417
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

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How this home compares

16 Backus St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Rochester 14608

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$44K$353K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Rochester 14608.

How it measures up in Rochester 14608

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 14608.

Estimated value$74,612
CheaperTypical $85,330Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$48
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,593 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size2,751 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 16 Backus St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 14608Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,61235% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4824% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²48% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,751 ft²18% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than190051% of homes8% of homes

About 16 Backus St

How much is 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY is $74,612 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $64,925 to $84,299. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY last sell?

16 Backus St, Rochester, NY last sold on Mar 30, 2020 for $53,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY?

16 Backus St, Rochester, NY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY built?

16 Backus St, Rochester, NY was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY?

16 Backus St, Rochester, NY is assigned to School 54-Flower City Community School (elementary), rated C+; School 5-John Williams (middle), rated D+; Rochester Early College International High School (high), rated B. All sit in Rochester City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY compare to other homes in Rochester 14608?

Among the 2,680 homes in Rochester 14608, it is worth more than 35% of them ($74,612 against a typical $85,330), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($48 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,593 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (2,751 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1900 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16 Backus St, Rochester, NY was $542. The county assessed it at $60,800.

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