WELCOME BACK TO "THE GOOD OLD DAYS" WITH AN EXITING NEW TWIST FOLLOWING THE CURRENT OWNER'S "PASSION PROJECT" RENOVATION! Among the most admired homes in all of Rochester, this elegant and impressive icon features a celebration-sized dining room with period detail & tasteful hardwood floors, stunning new kitchen with exquisite finishes, Sub Zero, Bosch, GE Monogram & heated porcelain floor, formal living room with new gas fireplace, separated library w/ built-in bookshelves, covered porch access and some pleasant surprises reserved for extra-special guests! A beautiful main staircase gracefully ascends to a reconfigured second floor w/ new laundry room surrounded by 3 generous bedroom suites including a palatial primary suite replete with steam shower, honed marble vanities, restorative soaking tub, rolled ceiling and heated marble floor. 3rd floor offers 2 additional bedroom options, rec/game room, cedar closet & 4th full bath. Bone-dry basement with "secret access" speakeasy, storage & "dog wash". 4-car Carriage House-style garage w/ new epoxy floor & 2nd floor loft. Delayed showings & negotiations. Showings start 8/1 @12pm by appt. Offers 8/7 @ 1pm. Please enjoy the attached video!
Single-familyProperty Type
1904Year Built
1.27 acresLot Size
$218Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listing by Peter Palermo• Hunt Real Estate ERA/Columbus
•585-785-2000 (broker)
Contact: 585-576-9065
Bought with Mitchell Pierson• Mitchell Pierson, Jr., Inc.
Listing by Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester, (585) 362-8900
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Sale history for 81 Penfield Rd
Date
Event
Price
UNYREIS #R1551949
Sep 26, 2024
Sold
$1,222,000
$259/sq ft
Aug 7, 2024
Pending
—
Jul 31, 2024
Listed
$975,000
$206/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 3, 2019
Sold
$545,000
$115/sq ft
UNYREIS #R1234451
Dec 6, 2019
Pending
—
Dec 6, 2019
Sold
$545,000
$115/sq ft
Oct 29, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 28, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 24, 2019
Listed
$549,900
$116/sq ft
Restored to Perfection, Beautiful Center Entrance Colonial in a CENTRAL location! Historic DetailFlows Throughout the 4-Level Interior & Includes Unique Features, Gorgeous Hardwoods, Leaded Glass, 2Staircases, 7 Fireplaces, & Even a Secret Bookcase Entryway into the Lower Level Rec Room! KitchenFeatures Glass-Faced Cabinetry, Center Island w/ Apron Sink, Walk-In Pantry, & Exits to the OpenPorch Overlooking the Professionally Landscaped Backyard! Retreat to the LUXURIOUS Master Bath WithMarble Floors, Stunning Finishes, His/Her Vanities & a FIREPLACE! 4 Car Detached Carriage House w/ Bonus Room! Mature, Privacy Trees surround Property creating your own secluded oasis.
UNYREIS #R312492
Sep 19, 2016
Sold
$425,000
$90/sq ft
Aug 8, 2016
Pending
—
Jul 14, 2016
Listed
$399,900
$85/sq ft
Discover the Rarely-Seen Grandeur & Sophistication of this Center-Entrance Colonial! Phenomenal Historic Detail Flows Throughout the 2.5 Story Interior & Includes Pocket Doors, Gorgeous Hardwoods, Leaded Glass, Built-Ins, French Doors, 2 Staircases, & Even a Secret Entryway into the Lower Level Rec Room! Kitchen Features Glass-Faced Cabinetry, Center Island, Walk-In Pantry, & Exits to the Open Porch Overlooking the Private Backyard! Retreat to the LUXURIOUS Master Bath With Marble Floors, Stunning Finishes, His/Her Vanities & Soaking Tub! 4 Car Detached Carriage House! SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL!
Public Records
Jul 16, 2014
Sold
$500,000
$106/sq ft
UNYREIS #R238196
Dec 10, 2013
Listed
$629,900
$133/sq ft
UNYREIS #R230634
Aug 8, 2013
Listed
$629,900
$133/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 22, 2011
Sold
$800,000
$169/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 5, 2007
Sold
$595,000
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2004
Sold
$537,760
$114/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$26,245
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2025
$26,245 (+1.1%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2024
$25,964 (+2.1%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2023
$25,429 (+12.4%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2022
$22,632 (+3.8%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2021
$21,806 (+8.3%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2020
$20,143 (+15.5%)
$91,000 + $407,500
$498,500
2019
$17,441 (−1.0%)
$91,000 + $334,500
$425,500
2018
$17,622 (−1.9%)
$91,000 + $334,500
$425,500
2017
$17,962 (−32.6%)
$91,000 + $334,500
$425,500
2016
$26,656 (+1.0%)
$153,700 + $226,300
$380,000
2015
$26,390 (+2.4%)
$153,700 + $441,300
$595,000
2014
$25,767
$153,700 + $441,300
$595,000
Tax history for 81 Penfield Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$26,245
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2025
$26,245 (+1.1%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2024
$25,964 (+2.1%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2023
$25,429 (+12.4%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2022
$22,632 (+3.8%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2021
$21,806 (+8.3%)
$91,000 + $465,900
$556,900
2020
$20,143 (+15.5%)
$91,000 + $407,500
$498,500
2019
$17,441 (−1.0%)
$91,000 + $334,500
$425,500
2018
$17,622 (−1.9%)
$91,000 + $334,500
$425,500
2017
$17,962 (−32.6%)
$91,000 + $334,500
$425,500
2016
$26,656 (+1.0%)
$153,700 + $226,300
$380,000
2015
$26,390 (+2.4%)
$153,700 + $441,300
$595,000
2014
$25,767
$153,700 + $441,300
$595,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
190 ft.
Lot depth
286 ft.
Lot size
1.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,723
Year built
1904
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
262000A1222000003007000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking
Features: Detached, Electricity, Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Varies
Other Features: Cedar Closet(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Separate/Formal Living Room, Guest Accommodations, Granite Counters, Library, Other, See Remarks, Bath In Primary Bedroom
Exterior
Building Information
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Asphalt
Construction Details: Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing, Insulated Concrete Forms
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Private Yard, See Remarks
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Porch
Security Features: Security System Owned
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1.27
Lot Size Acres: 1.27
Lot Size Dimensions: 190X285
Lot Features: Wooded
Property Information
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $556,900
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $25,455
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Connected
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, See Remarks, Radiant
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,723
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 1.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1904
Year Renovated: —
County: Monroe County
APN: 262000A1222000003007000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Indian Landing Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Bay Trail Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
6/10
Penfield Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$976,000 – $1.18M
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