Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 23% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
18%
Geneseo, NY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,393
Population
4,728
Renter Mix
50% Rent
Experience small-town charm wrapped in stunning natural beauty
Scenic
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Historic
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Rural
Geneseo, NY sits in the heart of the Genesee Valley, where the rolling hills of the Finger Lakes region give way to one of the most scenic stretches of upstate New York. The town has long been shaped by the State University of New York at Geneseo, a nationally recognized liberal arts college that brings an intellectual energy and steady pulse to this otherwise quiet village. That academic presence anchors the local economy and gives the community a lively, engaged character that sets it apart from similarly sized towns in the region.
Life here moves at a comfortable pace. Main Street offers a walkable stretch of locally owned shops, cafes, and restaurants housed in 19th-century storefronts, many of which have served the community for decades. The surrounding countryside draws outdoor enthusiasts to Letchworth State Park, often called the "Grand Canyon of the East," just a short drive away. Neighborhoods range from tree-lined streets near campus to quieter residential pockets on the outskirts of the village.
The rental market reflects the town's college-town character, with a healthy mix of older Victorian-era homes converted into apartments, small apartment communities, and charming single-family rentals available throughout the village. SUNY Geneseo's calendar of arts performances, lectures, and campus events keeps the cultural scene active year-round, and the village itself hosts the annual Geneseo Airshow, one of the most well-attended aviation events in the northeastern United States.
Explore the City
The Genesee River flows through Letchworth State Park.
Aunt Cookie’s Sub Shop is a Main Street favorite for Geneseo locals.
Historic markers share Geneseo’s rich cultural heritage.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$41,458
Average: $75,756
Education
1,872
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,077
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Geneseo, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
50%
Non-Renters
50%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
34%
Other Education
66%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Geneseo, NY is $1,393 for one bedroom, $1,732 for two bedrooms, and $2,093 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Geneseo has increased by 3.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,393/month
828 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Geneseo, NY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
406 Students
Geneseo Middle School High School
Public
Grades 6-12
467 Students
Geneseo Middle School High School
Public
Grades 6-12
467 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Conesus Lake Boat Launch
- Twin Cedars Environmental Area
- Sonyea State Forest
Airports
- Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.