The Whittier

270 S Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607

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About The Whittier

The Whittier, 270 South Goodman Street, is a classical apartment building constructed in 1924. Its spacious tile and wood-trimmed lobby with a wall-sized fireplace, offers the perfect warm welcome for all of our tenants and visitors. Close to a major highway and Park Avenue, the Whittier is the perfect central location to Rochester’s finest. Rent in this beautiful Rochester apartment building includes heat, water, and cooking gas. All 43 apartments have modern kitchens, updated baths, plentiful closet space and refinished hardwood floors. The spacious floor plans and high ceilings provide an aura of elegance and comfort. The apartment building’s spacious lower level accommodates a large fitness center and laundry room. Off street and some covered parking is available. The building offers studios, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments.

The Whittier is an apartment community located in Monroe County and the 14607 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Rochester City attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Controlled Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Video Patrol
  • Online Services
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Fireplace

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
Neighborhood

Situated about three miles southeast of downtown Rochester, Park Avenue is a vibrant neighborhood, best known for its eclectic mix of boutique stores, restaurants, bars, and cafes within walking distance of modern apartments and historic homes available for rent. Living in Park Avenue without a car is easy—public buses reach the downtown area in 20 minutes while most everyday conveniences are walkable.

The neighborhood's businesses are clustered along Park Avenue, contributing to the unique urban feel of this district. Residents come together for a host of popular events in the community, such as the Park Avenue Summer Art Festival and the Park Avenue Holiday Open House. Several Rochester landmarks are also located within close proximity to Park Avenue, including the George Eastman House, Memorial Art Gallery, and the Rochester Museum and Science Center.

Learn more about living in Park Avenue 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
The Whittier is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from Univ. of Rochester, Eastman. It is also near Monroe C.C., Damon City Campus and Univ. of Rochester, Mt. Hope.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
951 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
315 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
1,066 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
681 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
262 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
753 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 5-8
60 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-7
60 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
11 Students
Nearby
Transportation

The Whittier is near Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International, located 5.2 miles or 11 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International
Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi

Walkability Near The Whittier

Walker's Paradise
91
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Some Transit
42
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
72
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Whittier.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
The Whittier has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Rochester Museum & Science Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Strasenburgh Planetarium
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Strong National Museum of Play
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Cobbs Hill Park
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
The Whittier has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Rochester Museum & Science Center, Strasenburgh Planetarium, and Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
The Whittier has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Highland Hospital which is 1.5 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 84 min 58.7 mi
Drive: 95 min 71.4 mi
The Whittier is 58.7 miles from Seneca Army Depot, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation Skaneateles.

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