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Welcome to the historic Charles J. Paisley House, a designated gem in the East Avenue Preservation District and located in the coveted Park Avenue neighborhood. This stunning stucco duplex blends architectural elegance with smart investment potential, generating $28,800 annually from a fully rented, turn-key executive suite. The vacant unit offers additional income potential or an ideal opportunity for owner occupancy.
The stately exterior features a gated marble-stepped entrance, mature gardens, two covered porches, and a spacious 2.5-car garage. Inside, original character shines through with quarter-sawn oak hardwoods, picture molding, wainscoting, and detailed woodwork including mahogany and oak built-ins surrounding three fireplaces—two wood-burning and one gas.
The primary unit is rich in historic charm and modern comfort, offering a sunken office/den with French doors, a sleeping porch, a butler’s pantry with beverage station, extra-large bedrooms, and a dramatic double-wide staircase. Four full baths—three with original clawfoot tubs—and a half bath serve both units.
The newly renovated executive suite features an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, and modern appliances. Utilities are separate, with recent upgrades including a high-efficiency semi-commercial furnace, a two-year-old central air system, an efficient hot water setup, and separate laundry for each unit. The 10-course dry basement with glass block windows adds functionality and storage.
Additional improvements include diamond-pane mullion windows—some upgraded with double-pane argon glass for energy efficiency and noise reduction.
Centrally located near Cobbs Hill, the Eastman House, local shops, restaurants, and museums, this architectural treasure offers timeless style and modern amenities in one of Rochester’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Active
$550,000
235 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14607
5beds
4,137sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1923
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$-- Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High-efficiency semi-commercial furnaceModern appliancesThree fireplacesCovered porchesCentral air systemQuarter-sawn oak hardwoodsMahogany and oak built-ins
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Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 12:33pm
Listing by:
Hunt Real Estate ERA/Columbus 585-671-0984,
Eric W Shaw 585-350-9578
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1623021
Originating MLS: Rochester

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Attic, Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Hot Tub/Spa, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,137
- Total interior livable area: 4,137 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Common, Garage, Off Site, Paved, Two or More Spaces, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Hot Tub/Spa
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 7,840.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43 x 146
- Features: Historic District, Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 26140012245000020210010000
- Zoning description: Residential Multi Use
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Stucco, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Assessors
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $475,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,875
- Date on market: 7/16/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
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