Nester St / Seneca Ave
Is Nester St / Seneca Ave 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
$145,412
Average Rent
$1,952
Vacancy Rate
9.4%
Overview
Nester St / Seneca Ave is an urban neighborhood in Rochester, NY, with a median home price of $145,412 and average rent of $1,952.
The area features a mix of small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with many residences built between 1970 and 1999.
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Quick Facts
| Carpool Rate | 23.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock in Nester St / Seneca Ave consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority of residences |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings |
What buyers will notice right away
A 9.4% vacancy rate suggests many homes or apartments may be empty, which could affect neighborhood dynamics.
The mix of owners and renters and housing age indicates a neighborhood with established but not old residences.
Families & Lifestyle
Nester St / Seneca Ave has a diverse community with a significant presence of Jamaican and Puerto Rican ancestries.
Diverse Community — The neighborhood's cultural mix includes strong Jamaican and Puerto Rican roots, contributing to its unique character.
| Jamaican Ancestry | 15.0% |
|---|---|
| Puerto Rican Ancestry | 21.1% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 30.0% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 25.3% |
| Clerical, Assistant, Tech Support | 22.8% |
| Sales and Service Jobs | 21.9% |
| English Speakers | 63.3% |
| Spanish Speakers | 31.7% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 12.7% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 34.1% |
Commute
Most residents have a commute between 15 and 30 minutes, with a high rate of carpooling compared to other neighborhoods.
Nester St / Seneca Ave features shorter commutes and a notably high carpool rate, reflecting local transportation preferences.
Short Commutes — Majority of residents spend 15-30 minutes commuting, shorter than most Americans.
High Carpooling — Carpooling rate is higher than 95% of US neighborhoods, indicating shared transportation is common.
| Commute Time 15-30 min | 61.9% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 60.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 23.2% |
| Walk to Work | 7.1% |
Homes for sale near 14621
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Nester St / Seneca Ave?
The median home price is $145,412, which is less expensive than 93.5% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 63.3% of households, and Spanish by 31.7%.
How do most residents commute to work?
60% drive alone, and 23.2% carpool, which is higher than most neighborhoods in the US.