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Independent Scholar or Retired Academic

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Looking for house/townhouse/condo to rent for fall/winter in Rochester , NY

Tenant Looking for a Home in Rochester, NY, United States
Monthly Budget: Maximum USD $2000

Looking for an Entire Home | Willing to Housesit
Tenant Timing: From November 1, 2026 until May 1, 2027

Description

We're a retired couple: a professor and attorney. Our son, is a professor at U. of Rochester and just had his first child (our first granddaughter). We rented a house in the Swillburg neighborhood during June and July from a university colleague of my son. We're looking for a furnished rental/house sitting arrangement for 6 to 9 months from Nov 2026 - April/May, 2027. Prefer: 1. Townhouse/condo/house near Brighton, Webster, JCC, Fairport area, First Unitarian church, East Rochester, Perinton, etc. 2. Low entrance preferred. if two story, needs to have two railings on stairs, 2-3 bedroom, 2 baths, an office area. 3. Require a garage, and snow removal service, 4. Area with good walking sidewalks, close proximity to shopping, outdoor patio or deck/balcony, Good sunlight 5. Pet friendly, preferably with a yard.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Suited For
2

Property Type
House, Apartment or Condo, Guest House

Tenant Timing

From November 1, 2026 until May 1, 2027

Estimated Duration

6 Months | My dates are flexible

Desired Location

Rochester, NY, United States

Closest University

University of Rochester

Comments: Brighton, East Rochester, Perinton, Fairport, Webster

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Suburban

Tenant Budget and Terms

Maximum USD $2000 Monthly

I am fine with utilities included or not included

I am fine with or without a cleaning service

Comments: I'm a retired public health prof. from Temple University. Son is Prof at U. of Rochester. We're looking to rent/house sit Fall/winter while look for more permanent housing. 1st grandchild born June 25. Want to watch her grow up.

Considerations

I am bringing my pet

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

Allergies are a concern

Comments: Asthma; prefer no wall to wall carpeting

House Sitting

I am willing to housesit

Yes, I can help with pets

A pure mix dog; weight 45 pounds; 14 1/2 years old. Very calm and sweet; never agressive. Name: Besos (Kisses in Spanish)

Yes, I can help with mail and deliveries

Take in and sort

Yes, I can help with plants or garden

Light gardening; no lawn mowing

Comments: My husband uses a walker outside. So, good sidewalks for walking important. He can do stairs but best to have railings on both side of the stairs.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Garage and snow removal service in winter. Pet friendly. area with good walking sidewalks, close proximity to shopping, outdoor patio or deck/balcony, Office alcove or something, Good sunlight

Tenant Details

Who's Coming?

Party of
2
2 Adults

Member Background

About Me

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic

Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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