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    659 Seward St, Rochester, NY 14611

    3beds
    1,350sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    3,001 Square Feet Lot
    $113,800 Zestimate®
    $133/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Central air conditioningWasher and dryerOff-street parkingNew stainless-steel gas rangeNew wiring throughoutNew ductworkStainless-steel refrigerator
    Welcome to 659 Seward Street, a spacious and extensively updated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath single-family home offering approximately 1,675 square feet of living space, central air conditioning and a paved driveway. Conveniently located near the University of Rochester, URMC, College Town, Genesee Valley Park and the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport, the property provides easy access to major employers, recreation, restaurants, shopping and everyday necessities. The University of Rochester is approximately 1.6 miles away, while the airport is approximately 2.6 miles from the home. The home received a substantial renovation in 2020, including: House windows: All new vinyl double-hung windows Basement windows: New glass-block windows Exterior doors: All new exterior doors Plumbing: New tankless water heater, PVC drain lines, PEX water lines, washer and dryer hookups, and new gas lines throughout Bathrooms: Two fully renovated bathrooms featuring new vanities and toilets, a fiberglass Kohler shower unit, and a tiled tub-and-shower surround Electrical: New wiring throughout, newer 100-amp electrical panel, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, and hardwired smoke detectors Flooring: Existing hardwood floors professionally sanded and refinished, complemented by new luxury vinyl plank flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms Paint: Entire interior fully repainted New 95%-efficient, 80,000-BTU Trane furnace, new ductwork and a 2.5-ton Trane central air-conditioning system New stainless-steel gas range, stainless-steel refrigerator, washer and dryer With two full bathrooms, in-home laundry, modern mechanical systems, central air and off-street parking, this property offers a strong combination of space, efficiency and convenience. Its location near the University of Rochester and Medical Center also makes it an attractive option for owner-occupants, university employees, medical professionals or investors seeking a well-updated property in a high-demand rental corridor. Mt. Hope Avenue and College Town offer convenient access to restaurants, cafés, services and shopping.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    HUNT Real Estate Corporation 716-883-2200,

    Mathew Rebera 607-342-7209

    Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1699941MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Buffalo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer, Other, See Remarks
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
      • Basement: Full
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,350
      • Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage
      Features
      • Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway
      Lot
      • Size: 3,001 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 40 x 75
      • Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 26140013527000020700000000
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Historic/Antique
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Stone
      Condition
      • Resale
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Connected
      • Water: Connected, Public
      • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: G Meyers
      Location
      • Region: Rochester

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $133/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $83,700
      • Annual tax amount: $1,623
      • Date on market: 7/20/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

        Estimated market value

        $113,800

        $91,000 - $139,000

        $1,918/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/20/2026Listed for sale$179,900+99.9%$133/sqft
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        4/27/2026Listing removed$1,950$1/sqft
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        2/28/2026Listed for rent$1,950+4%$1/sqft
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        5/22/2025Listing removed$1,875$1/sqft
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        4/27/2025Listed for rent$1,875$1/sqft
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        7/27/2024Listing removed--
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        5/24/2024Price change$1,875+4.2%$1/sqft
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        5/14/2024Price change$1,800-4%$1/sqft
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        5/12/2024Price change$1,875-3.8%$1/sqft
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        2/1/2024Listed for rent$1,950+4%$1/sqft
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        5/30/2023Listing removed--
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        4/25/2023Listed for rent$1,875$1/sqft
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        6/4/2022Listing removed--
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        5/17/2022Listed for rent$1,875+13.6%$1/sqft
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        8/17/2021Sold$90,000+172.7%$67/sqft
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        4/23/2021Listing removed--
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        4/9/2021Price change$1,650+10%$1/sqft
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        3/26/2021Listed for rent$1,500+25%$1/sqft
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        2/25/2021Listing removed--
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        4/2/2020Listing removed$1,200$1/sqft
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        3/22/2020Price change$1,200+9.1%$1/sqft
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        1/16/2020Listed for rent$1,100$1/sqft
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        8/15/2018Sold$33,000-12.9%$24/sqft
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        6/3/2017Listing removed$37,900$28/sqft
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        2/27/2017Price change$37,900-5%$28/sqft
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        12/16/2016Listed for sale$39,900+392.6%$30/sqft
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        5/23/2014Sold$8,100-84.4%$6/sqft
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        11/22/2006Sold$52,000+1385.7%$39/sqft
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        11/27/2002Sold$3,500$3/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $83,700
        2024-- $83,700 +153.6%
        2023-- $33,000
        2022-- $33,000
        2021-- $33,000
        2020-- $33,000 -10.8%
        2018-- $37,000 +5.7%
        2017$1,706 $35,000
        2016-- $35,000
        2015$924 $35,000
        2014-- $35,000
        2013-- $35,000
        2012-- $35,000 -13.4%
        2011-- $40,400
        2010-- $40,400
        2009-- $40,400 +39.3%
        2007-- $29,000
        2006-- $29,000
        2005-- $29,000
        2004-- $29,000 -3.3%
        2003-- $30,000
        2002-- $30,000
        2001-- $30,000
        2000-- $30,000
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Genesee - Jefferson

        Getting around

        63 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        41 / 100
        Some Transit
        75 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: Rochester

        Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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