Rochester metro, NY relocation guide
Moving to Fairport, NY
$399,900Median listing price
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About Fairport
The village of Fairport lies within the town of Perinton. It is the metro's signature canal village — the Main Street lift bridge over the Erie Canal is a landmark — with a bustling waterfront of restaurants, shops, and summer festivals.
Home prices in Fairport
The median listing price in Fairport is $399,900.
Top places in Fairport
- The Fairport lift bridge — Main Street over the Erie Canal (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Canal waterfront — dining, docks, and the marina.
- Liftbridge Lane — shops behind Main Street.
- Fairport Canal Days — annual June festival.
- Fairport Public Library.
- Perinton Park concerts (adjacent).
Commuting from Fairport
- Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~20–25 minutes via I-490 (no-traffic estimate).
- Transit: RTS Route 50 (Fairport/Penfield) connects to the downtown Transit Center (per reimagine.myrts.com route guide, read September 24, 2026).
Schools in Fairport
Public schools: Fairport Central School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Fairport FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Fairport, NY?
The median listing price in Fairport is $399,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Fairport, NY?
Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~20–25 minutes via I-490 (no-traffic estimate). - Which school district serves Fairport, NY?
Fairport is served by Fairport Central School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.