ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — ESL Federal Credit Union released the results of the 2025 Homeowner Survey Report on Monday.

The results are based on survey responses from 290 residents across 31 towns in Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, and Seneca counties. The questions asked were about local housing market trends and conditions.

According to the report, most homeowners considering a move to the Greater Rochester area expressed a preference for Pittsford, Webster, and Penfield as the location of their new homes. A reported 32% preferred Pittsford, as 29% preferred Webster, and 28% preferred Penfield.

When asked about the housing market in the Greater Rochester area specifically, respondents raised concerns about high prices and housing inventory making it difficult to move, and a lack of afforda

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