Fully Renovated 3 bedroom with finished 3rd floor Colonial in Homestead Heights — Under $200K!
Welcome to 970 Bay St! Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath colonial in coveted Homestead Heights—just minutes from downtown and expressways.
Recent Upgrades Include:
Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout – beautiful and low-maintenance - All NEW Energy-efficient windows that flood the home with light and lower your energy bills - Modern kitchen and appliances—move-in ready! Finished 3rd floor - Dry and clean basement with washer/dryer included - extra large garage with workshop - Fresh paint and updated fixtures—nothing left to do but unpack!
Priced competitively at $164,900, this home stacks up against renovated comps in the neighborhood while offering superior energy savings, a larger lot and modern design.
Enjoy a family-friendly community with city schools, local parks, and easy commutes. Homestead Heights is one of Rochester’s fastest-appreciating neighborhoods.
This turnkey home won’t last. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to right-size, enjoy peace of mind, location, and upgraded features—all for under $200K. Schedule your showing today!
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Zestimate®
$175,000
970 Bay St, Rochester, NY 14609
3beds
1,495sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,323.03 Square Feet Lot
$175,000 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$1,987 Estimated rent
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Home value
$175,000
$166,000 - $184,000
$1,987/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 17, 2025 at 03:38pm
Listed by:
Brian Maier 585-738-5577,
Empire Realty Group
Bought with:
Dean L Muller, 10401288036
NORCHAR, LLC
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1637168
Originating MLS: Rochester
Originating MLS: RochesterFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living/Dining Room, Workshop
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,495
- Total interior livable area: 1,495 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Electricity, Garage, Storage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway, Fully Fenced, Private Yard, See Remarks
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 5,323 sqft
- Dimensions: 44 x 121
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 26140010739000010610000000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rochester
- Subdivision: J D Shoecraft
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | Sold | $175,000+6.1%$117/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #R1637168 | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Pending sale | $164,900$110/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1637168 | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $164,900+68.3%$110/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1637168 | ||
| 2/26/2025 | Sold | $98,000+71.9%$66/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $163,400 +115% |
| 2023 | -- | $76,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $76,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Homestead Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10School 33 AudubonGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Northwest College Preparatory High SchoolGrades: 7-9Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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.