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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
The Bevier Memorial Building features luxury loft apartments with high accessibility and enjoys a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, complemented by excellent ratings in price, amenities, and location. The property stands out for its competitive pricing and impressive amenities, alongside a noteworthy trustworthiness rating. With its proximity to various cultural, social, and fitness opportunities, the property is ideal for diverse lifestyles and promotes environmental sustainability.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Wellness
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,298 sqft | $2,300 /mo | 1 unit available | Located 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 |
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Building details
Property details
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About 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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Bevier Memorial Building is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bevier Memorial Building has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Bevier Memorial Building 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·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 building or unit level amenities. 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:
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 1-bedroom is 714 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
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in Central Business District
2-bedroom apartments at Bevier Memorial Building cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Central Business District.
Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Central Business District
Rochester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $918 |
| October 2023 | $904 |
| November 2023 | $900 |
| December 2023 | $894 |
| January 2024 | $851 |
| February 2024 | $874 |
| March 2024 | $909 |
| April 2024 | $912 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,525 |
| June 2024 | $1,525 |
| 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 | $1,225 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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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 grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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