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542 Empire Blvd, Rochester, NY 14609, USA
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Amenities for 542 Empire Blvd
Features
| Air Conditioning | Central Air |
Community
| Basement | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Other
| Six Rooms |
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About 542 Empire Blvd
Property Status: Active Welcome to 542 Empire Blvd! This charming 1920 home blends classic character with modern updates.. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, appliances, basement laundry, and a formal dining room. The home showcases beautiful original gumwood trim and timeless craftsmanship. Recent improvements include a brand-new furnace and central air conditioning, while the interior has been freshly cleaned and painted. Enjoy off-street parking, a 1-car garage, and a fenced yard offering privacy and outdoor space. Conveniently located near Route 590 for an easy commute and within the East Irondequoit School District. A great opportunity for a tenant looking for character, updates, and convenience! Office Phone: (585) 613-4606 Copyright © 2026 New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 542 Empire Blvd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.1 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away
- Priced higher than average
- 2-bedrooms are $450 more than the median rent in this area
Address details
| Zip code | 14609 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Rochester
2-bedroom apartments at 542 Empire Blvd cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Rochester.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Rochester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,500 |
| November 2024 | $1,519 |
| December 2024 | $1,530 |
| January 2025 | $1,498 |
| February 2025 | $1,478 |
| March 2025 | $1,440 |
| April 2025 | $1,388 |
| May 2025 | $1,483 |
| June 2025 | $1,482 |
| July 2025 | $1,454 |
| August 2025 | $1,447 |
| September 2025 | $1,430 |
| October 2025 | $1,478 |
| November 2025 | $1,466 |
| December 2025 | $1,400 |
| January 2026 | $1,414 |
| February 2026 | $1,403 |
| March 2026 | $1,443 |
| April 2026 | $1,413 |
| May 2026 | $1,416 |
| June 2026 | $1,407 |
| July 2026 | $1,420 |
| August 2026 | $1,426 |
| September 2026 | $1,426 |
| October 2026 | $1,425 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 542 Empire Blvd
Helendale Road Primary School
220 helendale rd
rochester, NY, 14609
PK, K-2Public
B+
Laurelton-Pardee Intermediate School
600 pardee rd
rochester, NY, 14609
3-5Public
C+
Rise Community School
279 w ridge rd
rochester, NY, 14615
PK, K-6Public
C-
Monroe 1 Boces
41 o'connor rd
fairport, NY, 14450
K-12Public
Mary K. Vollmer Elementary School
150 telephone rd
west henrietta, NY, 14586
4-6Public
A-
Getting around Rochester near 542 Empire Blvd
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 542 Empire Blvd, Rochester
Groceries
1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Flawless Minks & More LLC
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Upstate Persona LLC
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Dun Up Boutique
1137 Culver Rd
Family Dollar Dollar Tree
338 Waring Rd
Citi Trends
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Donuts Delite
1700 Culver Rd
Starbucks
201 Wilsonia Rd
Dunkin'
2299 Culver Rd
Ugly Duck Coffee
88 Packard St
Donut & Diner
836 N Goodman St
Ray Ray's Bar & Grill
2260 Clifford Ave
L & M Lanes
873 Merchants Rd
Johnny's Irish Pub
1382 Culver Rd
Ellisons Bar & Grill
2300 E Main St
Tyron City Tavern Inc
2300 E Main St
Savoia Pastry Shoppe
2267 Clifford Ave
Captain Jim's Fish Market
2329 E Main St
Swan Market
231 Parsells Ave
Skip's Meat Market
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Aman's Farm & Market Inc
2458 E Ridge Rd
McAvoy Memorial Park
Playground
Tryon Park
Playground
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Pontillo's Pizza
418 Empire Blvd
Guida's Pizzeria
404 Empire Blvd
Netsins Ice Cream
290 Culver Pkwy
Bay Front Restaurant
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Donuts Delite
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