The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 14551 sells for about $159,900, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 24 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $860 a month.
ZIP 14551 — Sodus
The housing market in 14551 remains stable with modest year-over-year price growth and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by buyers seeking affordability compared to the Rochester urban core, though the market pace remains measured due to limited supply.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable housing options, while remaining within commuting distance of the Rochester metro area.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 24 days on market with 1.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
17% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.5% · poverty 16.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 14551, Wayne County NY
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
The area is served by the Sodus Central School District, which maintains a moderate academic standing relative to regional benchmarks.
The region faces moderate risks from winter weather events and localized flooding near Lake Ontario, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Economic momentum is driven by agricultural production and proximity to the Rochester metro employment hub, with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are levied by the town of Sodus and Wayne County, with rates influenced by school district budgets and local municipal assessments.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with a typical drive time of approximately 30-40 minutes to reach major employment centers in Rochester.
The area offers significant access to Lake Ontario waterfront activities, local parks, and rural trails, with basic shopping and dining available in the village center.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and steady demand, primarily consisting of single-family home conversions and small multi-unit properties.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, food processing, and small-scale retail, with many residents commuting to the broader Rochester metropolitan area for professional services.
Transportation is heavily dependent on private vehicle use, with limited public transit options connecting the rural ZIP to the Rochester urban core.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and small-scale commercial improvements within the village center.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, county taxes, and town-specific levies, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with severe winter weather and lake-effect snow.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 14551 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Major recreational hub for boating and fishing on Lake Ontario.
Notable for its unique geological formations and hiking trails along the lake.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.