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Last sold for $253,500 on Jun 2, 2022

8 BACKUS ST

ROCHESTER, NY 14608
0
Baths
6,886 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.
0.52 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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$253,500 · Jun 2, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,374 (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.$253,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$226,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,500

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.Apartments (Generic)
CountyMonroe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Security alarm

Transaction History(2)

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

8 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Monroe County
  • Among the largest lots in Rochester 14608
  • 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 area6,886 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,593 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 8 Backus St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRochester 14608Monroe County
Living areabigger than6,886 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 acalmost all homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than190051% of homes8% of homes

About 8 Backus St

When did 8 Backus St, Rochester, NY last sell?

8 Backus St, Rochester, NY last sold on Jun 2, 2022 for $253,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Backus St, Rochester, NY?

8 Backus St, Rochester, NY has 6,886 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 8 Backus St, Rochester, NY built?

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

What schools serve 8 Backus St, Rochester, NY?

8 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 8 Backus St, Rochester, NY compare to other homes in Rochester 14608?

Among the 2,680 homes in Rochester 14608, it is bigger than almost all of them (6,886 ft² against a typical 1,593 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (0.52 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 8 Backus St, Rochester, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8 Backus St, Rochester, NY was $2,374. The county assessed it at $253,500.

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