Historic East Avenue Condo located in The Elegant “Bishops Mansion”. The elaborate entrance to the house at 947 East Avenue was designed by architect Leon Stern and built in 1907, this mansion was the home of Frank Ritter (founder of the Ritter Dental Manufacturing Company, Rochester, NY). It was modeled after a 15th century manor castle in Bavaria. From 1915-1975 the house was used by the Catholic Diocese as the Bishop's home. In 1975 the house was renovated into condominiums.
Entrance into the house is an impressive sitting area with a double staircase, inside discover stunning hardwoods and rich natural wood accents
Hand carved mahogany, inlaid hardwood floors. Outside you will enjoy your own private balcony. Just moments away from the vibrant offerings of East and Park Avenue! Inside discover stunning hardwoods. Effortless living with HOA maintenance.
Sold for $189,900 on 11/15/24
$189,900
947 East Ave APT 4, Rochester, NY 14607
1beds
860sqft
Townhouse, Condominium
Built in 1903
-- sqft lot
$199,800 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 02, 2025 at 01:50pm
Listed by:
David E. Laiacona 585-389-4062,
Howard Hanna
Bought with:
Mark A. Siwiec, 10491212604
Elysian Homes by Mark Siwiec and Associates
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1570693
Originating MLS: Rochester

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas, Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater, Oven
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Varies, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 860
- Total interior livable area: 860 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Assigned, No Garage, Two Spaces
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 435.60 sqft
- Dimensions: 9 x 0
- Features: Historic District, Near Public Transit, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 26140012144000020040000004
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium
Materials
- Stucco, Synthetic Stucco
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rochester
- Subdivision: Bishops House Condo
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $500 monthly
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Common Area Insurance, Heat, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Fund, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
- Association name: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional