The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 15074 sells for about $145,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.7%), a market in balance. Homes take about 63 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $797 a month.
ZIP 15074 — Rochester
The housing market in 15074 is currently stable, characterized by low inventory and modest price growth. Demand remains steady for affordable single-family homes, though the market is limited by the older housing stock and slow population growth in the borough.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious buyers, investors seeking entry-level properties, and local workers who prioritize affordability over proximity to the urban core.
Median prices moved up 0.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 63 days on market with 8.4 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.1% · poverty 16.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 15074, Beaver County PA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Rochester area are generally consistent with regional averages for older industrial boroughs in Beaver County, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the area are part of the Rochester Area School District, which provides standard public education services for the local community.
The area is situated along the Ohio River, presenting localized flood risks in low-lying zones; standard property insurance coverage is typical for the region.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader Pittsburgh metro area, with local development focused on small-scale residential revitalization and light commercial activity.
Property taxes are levied by Beaver County, the local borough or township, and the Rochester Area School District, with rates reflecting the local millage requirements.
Commuters primarily utilize the Ohio River Boulevard (PA-65) for access to the Pittsburgh employment core, with travel times typically ranging from 35 to 50 minutes.
The area features access to local riverfront parks and trails along the Ohio River, with basic shopping and dining amenities located within the immediate borough limits.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand for affordable housing, with a mix of long-term residents and limited short-term rental activity.
The local economy is anchored by small businesses and service-sector employment, with many residents commuting to larger industrial and healthcare hubs in Beaver County and Pittsburgh.
Development is primarily focused on the renovation of existing residential stock rather than large-scale new construction projects.
Parcels are subject to Beaver County, municipal, and Rochester Area School District tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and proximity to the Ohio River flood plain.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides recreational access and scenic views for the borough.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.