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$269,703$290 / 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 85How 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 $255,000 on Oct 7, 2025

551 UNIVERSITY AVE

ROCHESTER, NY 14607
2
Beds
1
Baths
930 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.
1,742 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$270K
$230K low$309K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,000 · Oct 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,171 (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.$231,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$225,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$231,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$231,900

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.
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.
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.Townhouse
CountyMonroe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
School of the ArtsC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.2 mi
E
School 58-World of Inquiry SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.5 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

551 University Ave 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 68% of homes in East Avenue
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Monroe County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Rochester 14607
  • Among the smallest lots in Monroe County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Rochester 14607

What homes are worth in Rochester 14607

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

This home
$146K$874K

This home is worth more than 34% 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$269,703
CheaperTypical $354,996Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$290
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area930 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,610 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 551 University Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast AvenueRochester 14607Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$269,70332% of homes34% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29091% of homes95% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than930 ft²8% of homes2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,742 ft²17% of homes7% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than197592% of homes95% of homes69% of homes

About 551 University Ave

How much is 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY is $269,703 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $230,454 to $308,952. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY last sell?

551 University Ave, Rochester, NY last sold on Oct 7, 2025 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY?

551 University Ave, Rochester, NY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 930 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY built?

551 University Ave, Rochester, NY was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY?

551 University Ave, Rochester, NY is assigned to School of the Arts (middle), rated C-; School 58-World of Inquiry School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Rochester City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY compare to other homes in Rochester 14607?

Among the 3,004 homes in Rochester 14607, it is worth more than 34% of them ($269,703 against a typical $354,996), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($290 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 2% of them (930 ft² against a typical 2,610 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (1975 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 49% 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 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 551 University Ave, Rochester, NY was $2,171. The county assessed it at $231,900.

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