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Highlights

  • Luxury loft apartments
  • Accessibility

Location

42 S Washington St, Rochester, NY 14608, USA|Central Business District
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Property Overview

Bevier Memorial Building offers luxury loft apartments with strong accessibility, earning a solid overall expert rating of 7.1/10 and excelling in both amenities and location (9/10 each) for convenience and quality of life. With a high trustworthiness score (8/10), detailed visuals through 11 photos, and top-tier value per square foot, it stands out as a transparent and high-value option. The property is especially appealing for fitness and wellness, as well as social life, given its plentiful parks, sports facilities, restaurants, mixed-use spaces, and cultural venues nearby.

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

7.1
Very Good
Bevier Memorial Building is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath714 sqftLocated in the historic Bevier Memorial Building (listed on the National Historic Registry) this spacious 1 bedroom/bathroom is true loft apartment living with large 9 foot high windows, 12 foot ceilings, modern exposed ductwork and bamboo hardwood flooring. Kitchen includes stainless steel gas oven/range, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher and utilizes modern white shaker style cabinets with contemporary chrome hardware and granite countertops/backsplashes. Storage galore throughout the entire apartment. Also included is an in unit washer and dryer along with central heating and air conditioning. Free off street parking for one car, key fob entry and pet friendly with no additional rent for a pet. Excellent location with easy access to restaurants (Flight Wine Bar, The Exchange, Dinosaur BBQ, Neutral Ground Coffee, Founders Cafe and many more), entertainment (Blue Cross Arena, Innovative Field, Hochstein School of Music), University of Rochester and Strong Hospital, the Genesee River Trail, University of Rochester and easy/quick access to 490 East and West. Free offsite parking. Building owner pays water and garbage. Tenant responsible for gas, electric, cable and internet expenses (Spectrum). Dog and cat friendly with no extra monthly expense. An additional $250/pet security deposit is required.
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,298 sqftLocated in the historic Bevier Memorial Building, this stunning 2 bedroom/2 bath apartment with a second floor loft is true loft apartment living with large 9-foot high windows, 12-foot ceilings, 18' wide x 9' high skylight in the second floor loft, modern exposed ductwork and bamboo hardwood flooring. A very large kitchen, with tons of cabinet space, includes stainless steel GAS oven/range, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher and features modern white shaker style cabinets with contemporary chrome hardware and granite countertops/backsplashes. Large main bedroom with two double door closets. Loft bedroom also includes 2 double door closets. Storage galore throughout the entire apartment. Also included is an in-unit washer and dryer and central heating and air conditioning. Free off-street parking for two cars, secure building with key fob entry. Pet friendly with no additional rent for a pet. Excellent location with easy access to restaurants (Tony D s, The Exchange, Dinosaur BBQ and many more), entertainment (Blue Cross Arena, Frontier Field, Hochstein School of Music, Frontier Field), the Genesee River Trail, University of Rochester and easy/quick access to 490 East and West
3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,268 sqft

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Amenities for Bevier Memorial Building

Apartment Amenities

DryerHot Water
Water

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RefrigeratorWashing Machine

Services

Garbage
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units9
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About Bevier Memorial Building

HomeApartments in RochesterCentral Business District Bevier Memorial Building

The Bevier Memorial Building is an Arts and Crafts-style structure originally built as a School of Art and Design. This Rochester landmark was redeveloped into a mixed-use, certified historic rehabilitation building, housing 15 luxury loft apartments and a local marketing firm. This building earned an Award of Merit from the Landmark Society of Western New York for the outstanding rehabilitation of this beautifully designed Claude Bragdon Landmark. Overlooking historic Cornhill Landing, the property is a short walk to the Cascade District, Frontier Field, Hochstein Music Hall, Blue Cross Arena and the Genesee River Trail. The Bevier Building provides accessibility to anywhere in the city.


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.
7.1
/10
Very Good
Bevier Memorial Building is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Bevier Memorial Building
Price·5A 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.
Monthly rent at Bevier Memorial Building is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
Amenities·9A 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.
Bevier Memorial Building goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Bevier Memorial Building receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bevier Memorial Building 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·6A 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.
While Bevier Memorial Building does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Bevier Memorial Building is great for:

Social life

  • 184 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 43 parks and recreation options
  • 126 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 289 mixed-use spaces nearby

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 43 parks nearby
  • 23 sports facilities (like tennis courts) 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 Bevier Memorial Building compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 272 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 3 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Central Business District

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Central Business District
Rochester
A table of studio rental data trends in Rochester
MonthMedian Rent
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$962
May 2026$992
June 2026$995
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Business District
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,525
March 2025$1,328
April 2025$1,349
May 2025$1,357
June 2025$1,377
July 2025$1,376
August 2025$1,374
September 2025$1,210
October 2025$1,218
November 2025$1,185
December 2025$1,284
January 2026$1,375
February 2026$1,342
March 2026$1,403
April 2026$1,299
May 2026$1,260
June 2026$1,254

Schools near Bevier Memorial Building

Dr. Alice Holloway Young School Of Excellence

85 adams st

rochester, NY, 14608

PK, 7-8Public
C-

School 58-World of Inquiry School

200 university ave

rochester, NY, 14605

PK, K-12Public
C+

Joseph C. Wilson Foundation Academy

200 genesee st

rochester, NY, 14611

K-8Public
C-

School 53 Montessori Academy

625 scio st

rochester, NY, 14605

PK, K-6Public
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 42 S Washington St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 42 S Washington St, Rochester

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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