Neighborhood in Rochester, NY
Is Bernard St / Maria St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2626
Medium2595
Low2862
Other11996
390 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape157
Child involved133
Assault12
Other128
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer-initiated traffic stop was conducted near Avenue D involving a vehicle identified as (license_plate withheld). The specific reason for the stop is not clear from the radio traffic. | Ave D, Rochester, NY 14621 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible neighbor dispute near Benton Street in Rochester. | Benton St, Rochester, NY 14620 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report a possible courtesy transport of one man to a location on North Street in Rochester, linked to incident number 11874. | North St, Rochester, NY 14605 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported vandalism incident near Murray Street, where kids were reportedly running around and breaking windows. | Murray St, Rochester, NY 14606 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported family dispute between siblings near Norton Street in Rochester. | Norton St, Rochester, NY 14621 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a missing nine-year-old boy last seen on foot near Lake Avenue in the Lake section of Rochester. The child was reportedly wearing only Spider-Man underwear, has mental disabilities, and is known to go toward Riverside Cemetery and into nearby yards. | Lake Ave, Rochester, NY 14612 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 28-year-old female who fell and has abdominal pain at an apartment near Dodge Street and Jay Street. Emergency services were requested and dispatched for forced entry. | Dodge St Unit C, Rochester, NY 14606 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer responds to a reported alarm at a location on Thomas Street in Rochester, New York. | Thomas St, Rochester, NY | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible burglary alarm at a business near Portland Ave in Rochester. | Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14605 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a two vehicle crash blocking traffic near State Street and Vincent Street in Rochester, with no reported injuries. | State St & Vincent St S, Rochester, NY 14608 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$130,049
Average Rent
$1,769
Vacancy Rate
17.8%
Overview
Bernard St / Maria St is an urban neighborhood in Rochester, NY, with a median home price of $130,049, making it more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.
The area features historic small to medium single-family homes and apartment buildings, many built before 1940.
UrbanHistoric HomesAffordable Housing
Quick Facts
| Single Mother Households | 27.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Bernard St / Maria St is dominated by small apartment buildings and historic homes, with a high renter occupancy.
| Historic Homes (Built ≤1939) | 63.3% |
|---|---|
| Small Apartment Buildings (2-4 units) | 35.8% |
| Renter Occupied | Majority of residential real estate |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of historic homes offers unique character.
Vacancy rate is elevated, which may indicate housing availability or challenges.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a high rate of single mother households and faces significant childhood poverty.
Family Challenges — High single-parent households and poverty rates impact community dynamics.
| Single Mother Households | 27.4% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 48.4% |
Demographics
| Adults Without 4-Year Degree | 98.3% |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | Lower than 98.4% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Puerto Rican Ancestry | 29.0% |
| Haitian Ancestry | 20.9% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 16.2% |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes with a notable share using bus and carpooling.
Bernard St / Maria St features high bus and carpool usage with moderate commute times.
High Bus Usage — Bus commute rate is higher than 96.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Carpooling Common — Carpool rate exceeds 95% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Drive Alone Rate | 61.4% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 23.0% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 12.6% |
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (68.4%) |
Homes for sale near 14621
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Bernard St / Maria St?
The median home price is $130,049, less expensive than 95.5% of New York neighborhoods.
What types of housing are common here?
Small apartment buildings and historic single-family homes, many built before 1940.
What are the family demographics?
High rate of single mother households at 27.4%, with significant childhood poverty.