Monroe Avenue community with horticultural history
C.F. Crosman, a horticulturist from Rochester, established the Crosman Seed Company at 901 Monroe Avenue around 1840. The decades after would see it expand into one of the world's largest seed houses, with more than 1,200 acres of space dedicated to plant growth. The neighborhood that sprouted up around the company house featured amenities suitable to turn-of-the-century upper-class Rochesterians, including consistent lot sizes and paved driveways for automobiles. Nowadays, this area is called Upper Monroe, and it's become a popular landing spot for folks seeking proximity to the retail and transit options along Monroe Avenue or those looking for a home in a stately, century-old multi-family property. "Residents have the convenience of walking to shops and restaurants near the area," says James Blaine, a Rochester native and Realtor with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. Though the seed company has left, its influence is visible in the area's many flourishing landscaping projects, including the city's largest community garden. Crosman's legacy is preserved in the Crosman Terrace Historic District, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Upper Monroe residents live within walking distance of many neighborhood amenities.
In Upper Monroe, 2/3rds of the residents rent their homes.
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Locals get wings from Jeremiah's Tavern
Jeremiah's Tavern has been a neighborhood institution since 1978 and offers award-winning hot wings to pair with a selection of draft beers. Blaine recommends The Cubroom, an American restaurant where dishes are inspired by the changing seasons in a rustic, speakeasy-style environment. The restaurant's vegan options are a popular choice here. A few blocks north of Upper Monroe is Culver Road Armory, a small shopping center featuring a West Elm for furnishings and a local clothing shop called Peppermint. Just a mile southeast in Brighton is the 12 Corners Plaza, a triangular urban island formed by the intersection of Elmwood Avenue, Monroe Avenue and South Winton Road, which creates twelve corners and hosts a hub of commercial businesses. There are boutiques like Thomas Clothier for men's clothing and diners like Seasoning Thai Bistro for spicy drunken noodles. There's a Wegmans and an ALDI for groceries just 2 miles away on East Avenue.
The Bee Sting Wings at Jeremiah's Tavern are a popular menu item.
Jeremiah's Tavern has been a local institution in Upper Monroe since 1978.
Discover the exquisite dining experience at Trata, situated within the historic Culver Road Armory, where upscale American cuisine awaits to tantalize your taste buds.
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Multi-family homes up north, and single-family options to the south
Home values in Upper Monroe range from $225,000 to over $575,000, varying by age and square footage. "The mix of housing in Upper Monroe leads to higher renters compared to Swillburg," says Andrew Hannan, a Rochester local and Realtor with Keller Williams. "There's way more multi families in Upper Monroe, they even have apartment buildings with 40 tenants in them." The north end of Upper Monroe is filled with apartment buildings, multi-family homes and duplexes in colonial and Foursquare styles, mainly built in the early 1900s through the '20s. Further south are single-family ramblers and split-level homes built after World War II. Single-family homes here are usually between 1,500 and 1,700 square feet in size. Streets are compact and lined with trees, and most homes come with paved driveways instead of garages.
Housing in Upper Monroe is competitive, a mix of first time buyers and people downsizing.
This Tudor style home has a view of Cobbs Hill Park from its front porch.
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Neighbors can hike up Pinnacle Hill from home
Upper Monroe features Pinnacle Hill, Rochester's highest peak. It is just one of five hills in the Pinnacle Range that cradles the city to the south. Pinnacle Hill features bike trails and is accessible from many homes in the neighborhood. Cobb's Hill Park is next in the Pinnacle Range, just blocks from Upper Monroe. It's a massive green space spanning 109 acres. It has remained largely untouched by major developments like the Erie Canal and Interstate 490 construction, making it a natural oasis among urban development. The park offers walking trails and one of the city's best skyline views. Other amenities include fields for baseball and soccer, tennis and basketball courts and a playground. Folks also do cross-country skiing here during the snowy Rochester winters, where the average snowfall is between 70 and 120 inches. As Interstate 490 was developed in the late 2000s, a small 1-acre parcel near the highway was left unused by the state Department of Transportation, and the Upper Monroe Neighborhood Association quickly turned it into Wide Water Gardens, the city's largest community garden. It's a popular attraction for locals and consists of 50 rentable plots to plant bright flowers or fresh produce.
Pinnacle Hill is the highest peak in the city of Rochester.
There is a leash free dog park in Upper Monroe in between sport courts at Cobbs Hill Park.
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Local events at Rochester Museum & Science Center
A mile north of home is the Rochester Museum & Science Center, or RMSC, which hosts exhibits like Wonder of Waters or The Changemakers: Rochester Women Who Changed the World. This museum also has other events like Sensory Sundays for all ages and abilities and Deaf Night at the RMSC, a deaf and hard-of-hearing-friendly experience with extended museum hours and an ASL instructor. Seasonal entertainment can be found up the street at the Corn Hill Arts Festival, an annual two-day event featuring artists and musicians from across the country that stretches across nine streets.
Rochester Museum & Science Center can be reserved for private events.
The Rochester Museum & Science Center is dedicated to education in science and technology.
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James Monroe High has educated youth for over 100 years
Upper Monroe falls within the Rochester City School District's South Zone. Many students are within walking distance of Pinnacle School No. 35, which welcomes kindergarten through sixth graders at the corner of Field Street and Pinnacle Road. A little farther west, Anna Murray-Douglass Academy accommodates pre-K through eighth grade. Both schools are rated a C-minus overall on Niche. Meanwhile, older students are within five minutes of the C-rated James Monroe High School, which has served the community for over a century.
James Monroe High School has a student to teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
Anna Murray-Douglass Academy is rated C- on Niche.
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Close to I-490, East Avenue or Monroe Avenue for Rochester buses
Upper Monroe is a very convenient location for most of Rochester's points of interest. The nightlife and major employers downtown are a 2-mile drive on I-490, which takes about five to ten minutes, while retail in Brighton or East Avenue is about the same distance. "It is great for renters without cars [because] the buses run down Monroe Avenue at a fairly regular pace, usually every 15 minutes," says Hannan. Rochester RTS buses can take locals downtown and have several stops along Monroe Avenue. Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport is an 8-mile drive from home.
Regional Transit Service buses reliably serve Upper Monroe residents.
Upper Monroe is conveniently located close to downtown Rochester.
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Parks in this Area
Brickyard Trail
Sumner Park
Otto Henderberg Park
Buckland Park
Cobbs Hill Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Persimmon Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Gardiner Park
Transit
Airport
Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International
11 min drive
Bus
Monroe & Werner
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Monroe & Hillside Manor Apts
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Elmwood & Cobb
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Monroe & Laburnum
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Monroe & Shepard
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Elmwood & Clintwood
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Monroe & 962 Monroe
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Upper Monroe
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper Monroe, Brighton sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Upper Monroe, Brighton over the last 12 months is $340,612, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Fabulous investor or first time buyer opportunity! Fantastic 2-family across from Cobbs Hill Park! Don't miss your opportunity to own this wonderfully maintained multi in a great location in the Upper Monroe Neighborhood. Walk across the street to Cobb's Hill Park, or over to Monroe Ave for restaurants and small family owned businesses. The Culver Armory with bakery and restaurants is also a
This charming three-family house in the desirable Upper Monroe neighborhood and just a short walk from Cobb's Hill Park and many other restaurants and bars is a prime investment opportunity. With a large front porch and a roof that's only four years old, it offers stability and curb appeal. The property features off-street parking, on site laundry has long-term tenants eager to stay, ensuring
Located in the highly desirable Upper Monroe neighborhood, this charming duplex is perfect for an investor or owner-occupant looking to be financially savvy and has a renter pay your mortgage!! Enjoy a prime location just minutes from 490, Cobbs Hill, Culver Rd Armory, downtown Rochester, and a variety of shops and restaurants. With fantastic curb appeal, this property features a welcoming front
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Clintwood Apartments is minutes from downtown, close to shopping, hospitals, medical centers, a library, schools and town parks. Also located on two bus lines. Located in the Brighton School District. Call today to make Clintwood Apartments your new home! Senior Citizen Discounts - 65 and older receive $15 off!
Recently renovated with new kitchen & bath. This apartment has large rooms and bedrooms, with a walk-in pantry and off-street parking. There's an open porch for warm summer nights. Dedicated laundry in basement. Close to Cobbs Hill, Pubs & restaurants. We do a complete background check to include credit, income & employment, criminal and eviction records.
South Wedge Commons are impeccably maintained apartments in Rochester's South Wedge neighborhood. Conveniently on a side street off South Ave. there are several court yard areas to play or socialize with neighbors. We're minutes to Highland Hospital and UR Medical Center. Walk to area stores, restaurants or take a stroll through Highland Park! Come see what the Perfect Location is all about!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,630
Median Age
36
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,858
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,358
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
64.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.1%
% Population in Labor Force
83.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
82''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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