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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $86,500 on Apr 23, 2026

279 ADAMS ST

ROCHESTER, NY 14608
6
Beds
2
Baths
3,102 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.
0.13 ac
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.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$86,500 · Apr 23, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,855 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$191,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,900

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.
68
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 226 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 4-George Mather ForbesF
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.2 mi
H
Rochester Early College International High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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

279 Adams 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.

  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Monroe County

How it measures up in Rochester 14608

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

Living area3,102 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,586 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 279 Adams St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMayor's Heights / C.O.T.S.Rochester 14608Monroe County
Living areabigger than3,102 ft²94% of homes92% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac62% of homes69% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than190056% of homes51% of homes8% of homes

About 279 Adams St

When did 279 Adams St, Rochester, NY last sell?

279 Adams St, Rochester, NY last sold on Apr 23, 2026 for $86,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Adams St, Rochester, NY?

279 Adams St, Rochester, NY has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,102 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 279 Adams St, Rochester, NY built?

279 Adams St, Rochester, NY was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Adams St, Rochester, NY?

279 Adams St, Rochester, NY is assigned to School 4-George Mather Forbes (elementary), rated F; Rochester Early College International High School (high), rated F. All sit in Rochester City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Adams St, Rochester, NY compare to other homes in Rochester 14608?

Among the 2,680 homes in Rochester 14608, it is bigger than 92% of them (3,102 ft² against a typical 1,586 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1900 against a typical 1900). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 279 Adams St, Rochester, NY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 279 Adams St, Rochester, NY was $1,855. The county assessed it at $191,900.

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