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$50,526$35 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

542 AMES ST

ROCHESTER, NY 14606
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,425 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$51K
$46K low$55K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$421 (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.$45,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$45,000

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.0.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 144 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 SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Rochester Early College International High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
School 58-World of Inquiry SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Rochester City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14606These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,319
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,808 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,994
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,842
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

542 Ames 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Rochester 14606
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Rochester 14606
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Rochester 14606

What homes are worth in Rochester 14606

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

This home
$55K$337K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Rochester 14606.

How it measures up in Rochester 14606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 14606.

Estimated value$50,526
CheaperTypical $199,535Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$35
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,425 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,377 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 542 Ames St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDutchtownRochester 14606Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$50,5269% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$358% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,425 ft²49% of homes54% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac59% of homes15% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than188011% of homes2% of homes2% of homes

About 542 Ames St

How much is 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY is $50,526 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $46,449 to $54,603. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY?

542 Ames St, Rochester, NY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,425 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY built?

542 Ames St, Rochester, NY was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY?

542 Ames St, Rochester, NY is assigned to School 54-Flower City Community School (elementary), rated F; Rochester Early College International High School (high), rated F; School 58-World of Inquiry 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 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY compare to other homes in Rochester 14606?

Among the 9,076 homes in Rochester 14606, it is worth more than almost none of them ($50,526 against a typical $199,535), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($35 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,425 ft² against a typical 1,377 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1880 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than almost no 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 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 542 Ames St, Rochester, NY was $421. The county assessed it at $45,000.

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