This charming century home, located in Rochester, blends historic architecture with modern upgrades. Built in the early 1900s, it has been completely remodeled to offer contemporary living while maintaining its classic appeal. Featuring four spacious bedrooms and two updated bathrooms, the home boasts elegant quartz countertops, new windows, and a modern furnace. The open floor plan, hardwood floors, and ample natural light enhance its inviting atmosphere. Situated in a quiet neighborhood, this lovely home spans a generous plot area with comfortable square footage, all priced at $169,900, making it an exceptional opportunity for stylish, peaceful living.

Backyard Lawn Space

A spacious backyard area enclosed by wooden fencing with two different styles and a double gate for access. The yard is mostly bare soil with patches of sparse grass, suggesting recent clearing or preparation for landscaping. Several mature trees provide shade, their green leaves adding a natural canopy. A small dirt mound and scattered rocks hint at ongoing yard work. Neighboring homes, constructed in a traditional style with pitched roofs and multiple windows, are visible beyond the fence. The overall atmosphere is open and serene, offering a blank canvas for outdoor living or gardening in a quiet residential neighborhood.

Living Room Nook

A cozy corner of the living room includes a tufted olive green chaise lounge positioned beside a small wooden side table with black metal legs. Above, a delicate floral painting adds a splash of muted color to the off-white walls. Natural light filters through a window with dark gray trim that matches the baseboards and door frames, creating a consistent accent throughout the space. The warm honey-toned hardwood floor contrasts softly with the light carpeted stairs that ascend directly opposite, separated by a slatted white wooden railing with a black handrail. The view extends through a doorway into a bright kitchen area.

Living Room and Adjacent Spaces

Bright and airy living room with white walls and light hardwood flooring creates a clean, fresh atmosphere. An olive green tufted sofa and matching chaise lounge add a mid-century modern touch. A wooden hexagonal coffee table with a potted plant centerpiece sits on a colorful patterned rug, adding warmth and texture. Two open archways lead to a dining area with a light-colored wooden table and white chairs, illuminated by modern round chandelier fixtures, and a cozy nook by a staircase with a simple wooden side table and lamp. Dark trim accents the floor vents and doorways, contrasting with the light color scheme.

Kitchen Area

The space combines kitchen and dining functions with an open layout, featuring natural wood flooring that adds warmth to the clean, modern atmosphere. The kitchen island with a white countertop contrasts with its dark base, equipped with a stainless steel stovetop and complemented by contemporary pendant lighting above. White cabinetry along the wall presents a bright backdrop against a subtle gray tiled backsplash. A dining table with cross-back chairs sits near large windows framed in dark trim, bringing natural light in while emphasizing the contrast between light walls and darker architectural elements. Sleek and minimalist, the design blends modern fixtures with classic tones.

Kitchen and Dining Area

Long wooden countertops with a natural finish complement white cabinets and sleek black fixtures, including a modern faucet. Glossy white subway tiles with dark grout create a clean backsplash that contrasts subtly with the light wood flooring. A large island painted in matte black extends along one side, paired with four minimalist white bar stools featuring wooden legs. Pendant lights with metallic shades hang above the island, while a contemporary chandelier with round bulbs illuminates the dining area. Neutral walls and black trim add sharpness to the open layout, offering a bright and inviting atmosphere that combines modern and rustic aesthetics.

Dining Area and Kitchen

Open layout dining area with natural wood floors extending throughout the space. A wooden dining table with a rustic finish and matching chairs stands centrally, accented by a minimalistic green plant centerpiece. The walls and ceilings are painted white, creating a bright and airy atmosphere, contrasted by bold black window trim, door frames, and structural beams. Two modern, industrial pendant lights hang above the dining table, while another light fixture with spherical bulbs illuminates the seating area in front. The stairs to the left are carpeted in gray, with black railings. The kitchen peeks through with white cabinetry and countertops, paired with a small wooden countertop and a classic subway tile backsplash on the right wall. A bench lined window sill doubles as display space for small plants, enhancing the fresh and clean aesthetic.

Kitchen and Dining Area

The space combines a bright kitchen with an adjoining dining area, marked by light wood flooring that adds warmth. White cabinetry with modern black hardware contrasts with the black trim around doorways and windows, creating a balanced monochromatic scheme. A stainless steel refrigerator and black-and-stainless stove center the kitchen, surrounded by white quartz countertops and subway tile backsplash. Pendant lights hang above the counter that serves as a partial divider between kitchen and dining, where a wooden table and chairs sit near large windows framed in black, allowing natural light to flood the area.

Kitchen Interior

The kitchen presents a bright, open layout with light natural wood floors enhancing the airy feel. White cabinetry with modern black hardware contrasts subtly with the dark trim outlining doorways and windows. The backsplash features classic white subway tiles with light grout, adding timeless texture. Stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and an oven, complement the clean, updated aesthetic. Two contemporary pendant lights hang over the cooking area, while a unique multi-bulb fixture is visible in the adjacent dining space. Potted plants placed on counters introduce soft greenery, contributing to a fresh, welcoming atmosphere.

Bathroom Sink and Shower

Compact bathroom corner with a modern, minimalist vanity in light gray, topped by a sleek white rectangular sink. A rectangular mirror with a dark frame hangs above the vanity, reflecting part of a nearby kitchen space, and is illuminated by a contemporary horizontal light fixture. Adjacent is a tiled shower stall with off-white rectangular tiles accented by two horizontal gray bands. Black shower fixtures provide contrast to the neutral tones. To the right, a standard white toilet stands against a plain wall, completing this functional and clean bathroom design.

Empty Bedroom Corner

Two windows with black trim allow natural light into a small, simple bedroom corner. Walls are painted off-white, contrasting with the dark, nearly black baseboards, window casings, and door. A closed black door stands next to one window. The carpeted floor features a soft, neutral gray tone adding a subtle texture underfoot. The ceiling light is modern and flush-mounted, keeping the decor minimal and clean. The overall feel is crisp and modern, with a monochrome palette enhancing the room’s modest proportions and historic character through deep, traditional molding details.

Bedroom Corner

Two windows with dark trim allow natural light to enter the small, cozy bedroom corner. The walls are painted a soft beige, complementing the textured, neutral-toned carpet underfoot. The black baseboards and window casings provide a bold contrast against the lighter wall color, lending a historic or vintage touch to the otherwise simple space. A modern circular ceiling light fixture is centered above, offering bright, diffuse illumination. A vent placed close to the floor near one wall highlights the house’s ventilation system. The minimalistic design emphasizes clean lines and balanced proportions, suitable for either rest or study.

Upstairs Hallway Nook

A small upstairs hallway connects to two bedrooms, framed with bold black trim around the doors and baseboards that contrast sharply against the neutral off-white walls. The carpet is a soft gray, lending warmth and comfort underfoot. To the left of the doorways, a unique built-in nook with natural wood shelving and a light highlights an architectural recess beneath a slanted ceiling, adding character and practical storage. The light wood shelves provide a warm accent that breaks up the monochrome scheme, while a small railing by the stairs adds to the home’s safety features.

Bathroom Details

The space includes a bathtub surrounded by white subway tiles accented with a grey border band. A white toilet is positioned adjacent to a small vanity cabinet with a white countertop and silver faucet. Above the vanity hangs a rectangular mirror with a dark frame, complementing the half-wall paneling painted in a deep charcoal or black color. The upper walls and ceiling are painted a light, neutral shade. The flooring features light wood tones, adding warmth and subtle contrast to the crisp, modern monochrome palette. A single window provides natural light to the room.

Attic Space

Long, narrow space beneath a pitched roof, lined with exposed insulation and wooden support beams painted dark brown. The floor is wide-plank wood, painted a muted gray with visible wear and gaps, suggesting age. A single light bulb hangs centrally from the ceiling, providing sparse illumination. Two small windows at the far end bring in natural light. Metal railings and a stairwell opening are visible on the right side, indicating access to lower floors. The ceiling supports and insulation remain unfinished, giving the area a raw, utilitarian, in-progress appearance.

Basement Utility Area

Exposed wooden beams and floor joists with visible wiring and piping run across the ceiling. The walls are constructed of rough stone painted white, showing signs of age and historic charm. The floor is finished with a smooth gray concrete surface. A white utility sink stands against one wall near small, multi-paned windows that provide natural light. Red and blue water pipes are prominently mounted along the ceiling and walls. A water heater unit is partially visible on the left side. The space is utilitarian, with a rustic, aged character typical of older homes.

Basement Utility Area

Exposed wooden beams and joists create an unfinished ceiling across the basement, revealing visible wiring, pipes, and ducts. The stone walls are painted white, adding a rustic texture and historic character. Concrete floors cover the expansive open space, which includes structural support columns, and a staircase leading upward. The area houses essential utilities such as a water heater and furnace, supported by metal ductwork running horizontally near the ceiling. Small window openings provide limited natural light, highlighting the room’s raw and authentic vintage industrial aesthetic, typical of older homes’ functional basement spaces.

Listing Agent: Stephen J. Babbitt Jr. II of Babbitt Realty via Zillow