Rochester metro, NY relocation guide
Moving to Medina, NY
$239,900Median listing price
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About Medina
The Village of Medina — in the towns of Shelby and Ridgeway (Orleans County), with a small portion in the town of Alabama (Genesee County) — is the canal showpiece of western Orleans County, built on Medina sandstone wealth. Housing ranges from grand sandstone Victorians and downtown upper-floor apartments to modest capes and ranches.
Home prices in Medina
The median listing price in Medina is $239,900.
Top places in Medina
- Erie Canal and Medina Falls
- Main Street historic district (Medina sandstone architecture)
- Medina Railroad Museum
- Bent's Opera House
- Oak Orchard Creek
- Canal Basin Park and the downtown waterfront
- Nearby Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
Commuting from Medina
- Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~45 minutes (about 37 miles via NY-31/NY-63; approximate).
Schools in Medina
Public schools: Medina 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.
Medina FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Medina, NY?
The median listing price in Medina is $239,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Medina, NY?
Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~45 minutes (about 37 miles via NY-31/NY-63; approximate). - Which school district serves Medina, NY?
Medina is served by Medina 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
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.