Why Live in Maplewood
Maplewood sits 4 miles northwest of Downtown Rochester and offers historic homes, outdoor access and walkability that appeal to residents seeking character and convenience. The neighborhood features quiet, tree-lined streets and more than 200 homes within the Maplewood Historic District, many built between the late 1800s and early 1900s. Architectural styles include Colonial Revival with clapboard siding and shutters, Tudor Revival with half-timbering and steep gables and Craftsman designs with lattice skirting and covered porches. Prices range from the low $50,000s for homes needing updates to the mid-$300,000s for larger, move-in-ready properties, with a median sale price in the upper $100,000s. Maplewood Park gives residents easy access to 110 acres of green space along the Genesee River, including picnic areas, tennis and pickleball courts and the Maplewood Rose Garden, which blooms with more than 250 varieties from June through November. The Genesee Riverway Trail runs through the park and connects to Lower Falls Park for waterfall views, while nearby La Grange Park adds sports fields and a playground. Maplewood is served by the Rochester City School District’s school choice system, with elementary options like Ida B. Wells-Barnett School No. 34 and Virgil I. Grissom School No. 7 within walking distance, and Edison Career & Technology High offering pathways in automotive, advertising design and carpentry. The neighborhood is walkable and bikeable with RTS bus service, and Lake Avenue provides direct access to Interstate 490 and downtown. Shops and restaurants line parts of Dewey Avenue, including Railway Station Diner, Reggae Jamaica Restaurant & Bakery and H & A Deli, while larger grocery options like Wegmans and Walmart are a short drive away. Community life centers on events in Maplewood Park, including summer concerts, the Rochester Marathon and seasonal initiatives, along with neighborhood cleanups and meetings organized by the Maplewood Neighborhood Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maplewood a good place to live?
Maplewood is a good place to live. Maplewood is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Maplewood is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Maplewood has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 12.8 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $62,377 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Maplewood are renters, with 57.4% of residents renting and 42.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Maplewood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Maplewood neighborhood guide.
Is Maplewood, NY a safe neighborhood?
Maplewood, NY is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Maplewood?
The median home price in Maplewood is $149,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $30,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.46%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $750 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $32K a year to afford the median home price in Maplewood. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Maplewood is $62K.
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Home Trends in Maplewood, NY
On average, homes in Maplewood, Rochester sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Maplewood, Rochester over the last 12 months is $170,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$170,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$170,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$90,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$120
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
130
Median List Price
$149,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
