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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Spacious open layout
  • Non-smoking building
  • Decorative fireplace

Location

242 Oxford St, Rochester, NY 14607, USA|East Avenue
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Management

Goodman Property Management

Leasing office

(585) 285-1765

Property Overview

242 Oxford Street is a highly rated rental option with a Zumper Expert Rating of 9.1/10, offering excellent value, strong overall quality, and a convenient location near well-regarded schools. With top-tier amenities including off-street parking, stainless steel appliances, beautiful hardwood floors, a spacious open layout, and a decorative fireplace in a non-smoking building, it delivers a premier living experience. The area is also especially strong for pet friendliness and social life, with numerous nearby pet services, restaurants, cultural venues, and entertainment options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.1
Excellent
242 Oxford Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,640 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 242 Oxford Street in Rochester, NY! This charming apartment features a spacious open layout with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The living room boasts a decorative fireplace, perfect for cozy nights in. The kitchen is equipped with a convenient island, dishwasher, and stainless steel appliances. With two off-street parking spaces, parking will never be an issue. Located in a great neighborhood, this apartment is perfect for anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient living space in Rochester. REQUIREMENTS TO RENT THIS PROPERTY: Minimum Credit Score of 675, Income must 3 times the rent, $20 Non-refundable application fee. Dogs under 30 lbs okay ($30/month fee), Cats okay ($15/month fee). This is a non-smoking building. Call Dustin at (585)-285-1765 to schedule a showing.

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Amenities for 242 Oxford Street

Apartment Amenities

Decorative FireplaceFireplace
Hardwood FloorKitchen Island
Open Layout

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances
Stove

Building

Cats OKWater/Sewer

Grounds

Assigned ParkingTwo Off-Street Parking Spaces

Services

Refuse Collection

Neighborhood

Great Location
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About 242 Oxford Street

HomeApartments in RochesterEast Avenue 242 Oxford Street

Welcome to 242 Oxford Street in Rochester, NY! This charming apartment features a spacious open layout with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The living room boasts a decorative fireplace, perfect for cozy nights in. The kitchen is equipped with a convenient island, dishwasher, and stainless steel appliances. With two off-street parking spaces, parking will never be an issue. Located in a great neighborhood, this apartment is perfect for anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient living space in Rochester. REQUIREMENTS TO RENT THIS PROPERTY: Minimum Credit Score of 675, Income must 3 times the rent, $20 Non-refundable application fee. Dogs under 30 lbs okay ($30/month fee), Cats okay ($15/month fee). This is a non-smoking building. Call Dustin at (585)-285-1765 to schedule a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.1
/10
Excellent
242 Oxford Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 242 Oxford Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
242 Oxford Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
242 Oxford Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—cats allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
242 Oxford Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
242 Oxford Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

242 Oxford Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • 15 pet supply stores near the property
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Social life

  • 241 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 302 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 111 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 48 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 242 Oxford Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in East Avenue

2-bedroom apartments at 242 Oxford Street cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Avenue.

Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
East Avenue
Rochester
A table of studio rental data trends in Rochester
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$925
May 2024$925
June 2024$914
July 2024$925
August 2024$920
September 2024$918
October 2024$926
November 2024$924
December 2024$923
January 2025$938
February 2025$931
March 2025$929
April 2025$912
May 2025$919
June 2025$897
July 2025$889
August 2025$890
September 2025$895
October 2025$892
November 2025$890
December 2025$891
January 2026$935
February 2026$936
March 2026$950
April 2026$950
A table of studio rental data trends in East Avenue
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$850
May 2024$850
June 2024$850
July 2024$850
August 2024$863
September 2024$891
October 2024$895
November 2024$889
December 2024$877
January 2025$895
February 2025$895
March 2025$854
April 2025$850
May 2025$847
June 2025$895
July 2025$893
August 2025$889
September 2025$895
October 2025$873
November 2025$919
December 2025$898
January 2026$877
February 2026$902
March 2026$933
April 2026$950

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$65,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,640.
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Schools near 242 Oxford Street

School 23-Francis Parker

170 barrington st

rochester, NY, 14607

PK, K-6Public
C+

School 58-World of Inquiry School

200 university ave

rochester, NY, 14605

PK, K-12Public
C+

School 53 Montessori Academy

625 scio st

rochester, NY, 14605

PK, K-6Public
C

Joseph C. Wilson Foundation Academy

200 genesee st

rochester, NY, 14611

K-8Public
C-

School 54-Flower City Community School

36 otis st

rochester, NY, 14606

PK, K-6Public
C-
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Getting around Rochester near 242 Oxford St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 242 Oxford St, Rochester

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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