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$215,098$118 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

279 RICHARD ST

ROCHESTER, NY 14607
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,829 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$215K
$175K low$255K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,860 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$198,600 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$188,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,600

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.33
20
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
71
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.07
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 210 ft²

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

E
School 35-PinnacleD
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
James Monroe Upper SchoolF
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Rochester City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14607These 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.168
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,216
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,628
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,473
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 Richard 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 80% of homes in Rochester 14607
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Rochester 14607
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Rochester 14607
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Rochester 14607

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

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$140K$820K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Rochester 14607.

How it measures up in Rochester 14607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 14607.

Estimated value$215,098
CheaperTypical $351,686Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,829 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 279 Richard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePearl / Meigs / MonroeRochester 14607Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,09851% of homes20% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11823% of homes7% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,829 ft²38% of homes22% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²25% of homes16% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than191078% of homes72% of homes12% of homes

About 279 Richard St

How much is 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY is $215,098 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $175,181 to $255,015. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY?

279 Richard St, Rochester, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,829 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY built?

279 Richard St, Rochester, NY was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY?

279 Richard St, Rochester, NY is assigned to School 35-Pinnacle (elementary), rated D; James Monroe Upper School (middle), rated F. All sit in Rochester City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY compare to other homes in Rochester 14607?

Among the 3,004 homes in Rochester 14607, it is worth more than 20% of them ($215,098 against a typical $351,686), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($118 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,829 ft² against a typical 2,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1910 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 31% 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 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 279 Richard St, Rochester, NY was $1,860. The county assessed it at $198,600.

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