# Rochester — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 08, 2025) **URL:** \ **Category:** Rochester\ **Tags:** rochester, redfin, renovation\ **Created:** [August 8, 2025, 7:26pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/rochester-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20328 "2025-08-08T19:26:29Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 4\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/reno_properties/32/2809_2.png) [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Post date:** [August 8, 2025, 7:26pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/rochester-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20328/1 "2025-08-08T19:26:29Z")
## 248 Newcomb St, Rochester, NY 14609 — $99,900 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 1 ba / 1,152 sqft - Price per SqFt: $87 - Lot size: 6,000 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1949 / Single Family Residential - Parking: No Garage - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $99,900 Aug 7, 2025 - Summary: This 3-bedroom Cape Cod home features vinyl siding and hardwood floors, with recent improvements that enhance its appeal. It offers solid rental history, making it a great investment opportunity. - Renovation rationale: - Low entry price at $99,900, providing an affordable entry point for renovation. - Single bath with potential for an additional bathroom, enhancing value. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The low price per sqft enables significant renovation potential while keeping costs manageable, and the older year built indicates potential for modernization and value increase. [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/NY/Rochester/248-Newcomb-St-14609/home/79263794) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/190/bigphoto/839/R1628839_P.jpg) ## 105 Garland Ave, Rochester, NY 14611 — $119,900 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 1.5 ba / 1,014 sqft - Price per SqFt: $118 - Lot size: 4,680 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1952 / Single Family Residential - Parking: Detached, Garage - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $119,900 Aug 8, 2025 - Summary: This well-maintained ranch offers a functional layout with a partially finished basement, providing excellent bonus space for various uses. Ideal for first-time buyers or those needing extra space. - Renovation rationale: - Low entry price and a single bath with potential for an additional bath. - Usable lot size of 4,680 sqft allows for outdoor enhancements or expansions. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The low price per sqft and the existing layout flexibility can lead to a high return on investment through thoughtful renovations and expansions. [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/NY/Rochester/105-Garland-Ave-14611/home/79236955) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/190/bigphoto/175/R1629175_A.jpg) ## 552 Benton St, Rochester, NY 14620 — $174,900 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 2 bd / 1 ba / 1,086 sqft - Price per SqFt: $161 - Lot size: 2,999 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1925 / Single Family Residential - Parking: Detached, Garage - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $174,900 Aug 7, 2025 - Summary: This charming home blends historical craftsmanship with modern updates, featuring hardwood floors and an updated kitchen, making it move-in ready with room for personal touches. - Renovation rationale: - Low entry price with a strong character that invites renovation. - Single bath with potential to add another, enhancing functionality. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The price per sqft is reasonable for the area, and the older build year presents opportunities for value-added renovations and modern updates. [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/NY/Rochester/552-Benton-St-14620/home/72545597) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/190/bigphoto/820/R1628820_M.jpg) ## 579 Lake Shore Blvd, Irondequoit, NY 14617 — $249,900 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 1.5 ba / 1,877 sqft - Price per SqFt: $133 - Lot size: 9,583 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1949 / Single Family Residential - Parking: Detached, Garage - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $249,900 Aug 8, 2025 - Summary: This spacious home offers plenty of room and a private oasis with a double lot, ideal for entertaining or enjoying nature, while also presenting renovation opportunities. - Renovation rationale: - Reasonable price with a large lot size that allows for potential expansions or outdoor enhancements. - Single bath with the potential to add another, increasing property value. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The large lot size and price per sqft create opportunities for significant renovations that can enhance both function and value. [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/NY/Rochester/579-Lake-Shore-Blvd-14617/home/72561489) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/190/bigphoto/695/R1628695_9.jpg) ## 657 Eastbrooke Ln, Brighton, NY 14618 — $179,900 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 2 bd / 1.5 ba / 840 sqft - Price per SqFt: $214 - Lot size: 3,049 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1973 / Single Family Residential - Parking: Assigned, No Garage - Status / Last Sale: Listing Removed / — - Summary: This ranch-style condo offers a compact layout with a poolside location and potential for conversion or expansion, making it a great renovation opportunity. - Renovation rationale: - Low entry price with a smaller layout that allows for easier renovations. - Older build year presents renovation upside with potential for modern updates. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The price per sqft is higher, but the compact layout can lead to lower overall renovation costs, and the potential for adding a bath can significantly increase value. [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/NY/Rochester/657-Eastbrooke-Ln-14618/home/79427077) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/190/bigphoto/035/R1629035_S.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tim_michael1/32/6294_2.png) [@Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Tim_Michael1)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2025, 10:15am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/rochester-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20328/2 "2025-08-15T10:15:11Z")
The first house is beautiful ❤ ---
**Author:** ![Theodore\_3456](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/theodore_3456/32/2821_2.png) [@Theodore\_3456](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Theodore_3456)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2025, 10:16am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/rochester-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20328/3 "2025-08-15T10:16:41Z")
Love the trees surrounding the third house ---
**Author:** ![Tim\_curtis](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tim_curtis/32/2766_2.png) [@Tim\_curtis](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Tim_curtis)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2025, 3:25pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/rochester-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20328/4 "2025-08-15T15:25:38Z")
The last house would have been better if it had a little touch of Blue