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279 AMES ST

ROCHESTER, NY 14611
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,877 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.
0.12 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$552 (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.$58,900 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$52,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,900

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.
68
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 153 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 17-Enrico FermiD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Rochester Early College International High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Rochester City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14611These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,628
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,830 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,208
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,508
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 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.

  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Dutchtown
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Monroe County

How it measures up in Rochester 14611

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rochester 14611.

Living area1,877 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 279 Ames St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDutchtownRochester 14611Monroe County
Living areabigger than1,877 ft²82% of homes71% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac72% of homes60% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than190053% of homes36% of homes9% of homes

About 279 Ames St

How big is 279 Ames St, Rochester, NY?

279 Ames St, Rochester, NY has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,877 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 279 Ames St, Rochester, NY built?

279 Ames St, Rochester, NY was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Ames St, Rochester, NY?

279 Ames St, Rochester, NY is assigned to School 17-Enrico Fermi (elementary), 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 279 Ames St, Rochester, NY compare to other homes in Rochester 14611?

Among the 4,802 homes in Rochester 14611, it is bigger than 71% of them (1,877 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1900 against a typical 1910). 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 Ames St, Rochester, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 279 Ames St, Rochester, NY was $552. The county assessed it at $58,900.

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