1163 East Avenue, Rochester

Description

BRAND NEW TO MARKET! OPPORTUNITY! Live where Rochester’s history, culture, and walkability converge!! Nestled along the iconic East Avenue Historic District, this beautifully updated FIRST FLOOR residence inside a grand converted mansion offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural legacy! This coveted first-floor location offers effortless accessibility in a historic building where original grand staircases remain part of its preserved character! The welcoming stately brick façade, pillared entrance, and wrought-iron front doors create an unmistakable sense of arrival. Inside, timeless craftsmanship unfolds in every detail: original dentil moldings, intricate millwork, crown molding, chair rail detailing, oversized trim, arched doorways, elegant pocket doors, rich hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and a striking fireplace that anchors the living space with warmth and character! The modernized kitchen features granite countertops, maple cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances! The spacious bedroom overlooks the peaceful front courtyard, offering a quiet retreat framed by flowering trees and manicured grounds.
The renovated bath showcases glass, tile, and updated finishes that feel refined yet true to the home’s original aesthetic. Outside your door, enjoy a lifestyle few Rochester locations can rival. Walk to the Memorial Art Gallery, the historic George Eastman Museum, neighborhood cafés, wine bars, boutiques, and some of the city’s best dining! Spend mornings walking the tree-lined avenues, afternoons exploring the gardens at Highland Park, and evenings immersed in Rochester’s arts and culinary scene. With private off-street parking, beautifully maintained grounds filled with hydrangeas, azaleas, and flowering trees, plus HOA-covered exterior maintenance, snow removal, water, sewer, and refuse…this is truly low-maintenance luxury in one of Rochester’s most architecturally significant and culturally rich neighborhoods!
Whether as a primary residence, city retreat, or elegant pied-à-terre, this is East Avenue living at its finest. First Open House Sunday, May 3rd 12–2PM. Delayed Negotiations begin Tuesday, May 5th at 12PM.