Prepare to be captivated! Welcome to "Honeycomb Cottage, " a stunning and regal residence nestled in the heart of Brighton, within the desirable Houston-Barnard neighborhood. This elegant home boasts over 3200 SF on the first two levels, offering a spacious layout with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 2 half baths. Freshly painted from top-to-bottom in 2024, this home is move-in ready and brimming with charm. From the moment you arrive, the brick-front exterior, slate roof, and arched doorway will enchant you. Inside, discover unparalleled period details, including a carved, curved handrail on the grand staircase, custom wood trim and marble on the living room fireplace and ceilings that just ooze character! The eat-in kitchen, complete with high-end appliances, a built-in banquette and butler's pantry with leaded glass doors, flows seamlessly into a stunning dining room – perfect for entertaining. A light-filled living room with bookshelves and adjacent sunroom create an inviting atmosphere, while a first-floor office/den/library provides a dedicated workspace. Upstairs, find four generously sized bedrooms, each with en-suite or Jack & Jill bathrooms and ample closets and built-in storage. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the home. The oversized lot with professional landscaping and flowering trees is fully fenced with brand new estate fencing, offering privacy and space to play. The partially finished lower level features an amazing recreation room, a half bath, and a designated laundry room, plus tons of storage. And don't forget the unfinished attic, offering endless potential for future expansion! Honeycomb Cottage isn't just a house. .. it's a lifestyle waiting for you to embrace! Close to parks, 490/590, URMC, Wegmans, restaurants & more. Delayed showings begin 3/6 @10am, Delayed Negotiations on 3/10 @10am.
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
0.87 acresLot Size
$285Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Amy Petrone• RE/MAX Realty Group
•585-248-0250 (broker)
Bought with Amanda Friend-Gigliotti• Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
"The Sweet Life found and lived at The Honeycomb Cottage” brass plaque flanks the entrance of this Leander McCord designed, Houston Barnard architectural masterpiece. This red brick traditional estate boasts . 87 of two tiered manicured grounds with flowering trees, boxwood hedges & vibrant perennials. The stately front door beckons you to an extraordinary historic interior with a vintage vibe and updated mechanicals, windows and a whole house generator. The light-filled home boasts a flowing floor plan blending inside and out. The grand living room features a marble-tiled fireplace, custom bookshelves, and opens to a sunroom with leaded glass French doors to the spacious side yard. The centerpiece of the home is the elegant dining room which opens to the charming breakfast room and butler’s pantry. This fairytale manor features a chef's kitchen, equipped with high-end appliances, and access to the outdoor grilling area. The bedrooms on the upper level include a spacious primary suite with an ensuite bathroom. Additional bedrooms share a joint bathroom, and another versatile room has an ensuite bathroom.
UNYREIS #R1486021
Oct 12, 2023
Sold
$985,000
$302/sq ft
Jul 31, 2023
Pending
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Jul 21, 2023
Listed
$985,000
$302/sq ft
SPECTACULAR SOLID BRICK MUSEUM QUALITY SHOWPLACE ON FABULOUS WOODED DOUBLE LOT. NATURAL WOODWORK, MOULDINGS, GORGEOUS CARVED STAIRCASE W/ HUGE BALCONIED LANDING, PEGGED OAK FLOORS THROUGHOUT, LOTS OF LEADED GLASS, RECENT "RUTT" WALNUT KITCHEN & PANTRY, 6 BURNER WOLFFSTOVE, SUBZERO REFRIDG, LIBRARY W/ BOOKCASES, FORMAL DINRM, 4 BEDROOMMS, 3 BATHS + 2P. R'S, WALK UP ATTIC, 2 STAIRCASES, UPDATED MECHANICS, COPPER GUTTERS, SLATE ROOF, MARVIN WINDOWS THROUGHOUT - HOME HAS BEEN CHERISHED - FLAWLESS! LISTER MUST ACCOMPANY - ONLY FINANCIALLY CAPABLE BUYERS.
Public Records
Aug 2, 1993
Sold
$317,500
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,943
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2025
$27,943 (+4.3%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2024
$26,803 (+4.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2023
$25,639 (+5.0%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2022
$24,427 (−0.3%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2021
$24,511 (+4.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2020
$23,465 (+1.7%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2019
$23,078 (+1.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2018
$22,740 (−0.3%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2017
$22,808 (+2.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2016
$22,249 (+5.8%)
$188,500 + $326,500
$515,000
2015
$21,036 (+2.1%)
$188,500 + $326,500
$515,000
2014
$20,606
$188,500 + $301,500
$490,000
Tax history for 1 Grosvenor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$27,943
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2025
$27,943 (+4.3%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2024
$26,803 (+4.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2023
$25,639 (+5.0%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2022
$24,427 (−0.3%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2021
$24,511 (+4.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2020
$23,465 (+1.7%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2019
$23,078 (+1.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2018
$22,740 (−0.3%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2017
$22,808 (+2.5%)
$98,900 + $475,300
$574,200
2016
$22,249 (+5.8%)
$188,500 + $326,500
$515,000
2015
$21,036 (+2.1%)
$188,500 + $326,500
$515,000
2014
$20,606
$188,500 + $301,500
$490,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
220 ft.
Lot depth
164 ft.
Lot size
0.87 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,259
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
262000A1221500001006000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Electricity, Garage, Water Available, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Room Types: Laundry, Living Room, Recreation, Storage Room, Basement, Den, Entry Foyer, Family Room
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Partially Finished
Laundry Information
Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment
Generator
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Humidifier
Interior Features
Window Features: Drapes, Leaded Glass, Thermal Windows
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Varies
Other Features: Cedar Closet(s), Den, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Pantry, Storage, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Pantry, Natural Woodwork, Window Treatments, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Programmable Thermostat
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Slate, Tile
Construction Details: Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Brick, Copper Plumbing