2 Thayer Street, Rochester, NY 14607

• 6 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,726 sqft

Property Description

Welcome to 2 Thayer Street, also known as 38 Rutgers Street, a sprawling Victorian nestled in the highly sought-after Historic Park Avenue Neighborhood. If you’ve been searching for a property rich in character with the opportunity to build equity, this is the one! As you approach the home, you’re welcomed by a large, inviting front porch—perfect for entertaining or relaxing—overlooking a private front and side yard bordered by mature hedges. Step inside to a grand foyer showcasing extensive natural woodwork and a charming built-in bench that immediately highlights the home’s historic craftsmanship. The first-floor apartment features a spacious kitchen with original wood cabinetry, pantry, and a classic country sink, with a back door leading to a private rear porch. This unit also offers a generously sized living room with built-ins and a wood-burning stove insert, extensive pocket doors, a formal dining room with a stained-glass light fixture, two well-sized bedrooms, a bonus room ideal for an office or den, and a full bathroom complete with a historic clawfoot tub. The second-floor apartment features a stunning large stained-glass window, a spacious foyer with built-ins leads to a living room featuring a decorative fireplace and a kitchenette. This apartment includes three nicely sized bedrooms, all with ample closet space. Additionally, there is a separate room and closet outside the current apartment footprint that could potentially serve as a second-floor laundry area or additional storage. The third-floor apartment offers a versatile open living space with two skylights, a quaint kitchen with access to a fire escape, a full bathroom with a clawfoot tub, and a large bedroom with closet. Off this unit is a substantial unfinished attic space, providing endless potential for expansion or storage. Additional highlights include a driveway with off-street parking, a garage, and all appliances currently on the premises are included in the sale. Delayed negotiations will take place January 27th at 2:00 PM.

Listing Status:

Pending

Date Added:

January 20, 2026

Data Last Updated:

February 15, 2026 at 2:16AM

Listing Office:

Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester : 585-362-8900

Listing Agent:

Dayna Orione-Kim : 585-341-8660

MLS ID:

R1658459

Interior

• General: SkylightsNatural Woodwork
• Appliances: Gas Water Heater
• Basement: Full
• Flooring: CarpetHardwoodLaminateVaries
• Heating: GasForced Air
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 2

Exterior

• General: Private YardSee Remarks
• Style: Triplex
• Parking: GarageGravelTwo or More SpacesUnpaved

Construction

• Roofing: Asphalt
• Windows: Leaded GlassSkylight(s)
• General: Wood SidingCopper Plumbing2Stone

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• Originating MLS: NYS_R
• School District: Rochester
• County: Monroe

Lot

• Zoning: 261400-121-510-0002-043-000-0000

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableHigh Speed Internet AvailableSewer ConnectedWater ConnectedCircuit Breakers
• Water: ConnectedPublic
• Sewer: Connected

Financial

• Source: NYS_R