SneakerTown
Shoe store located in the Upper Falls Plaza on North Clinton Avenue, specializing in footwear.
Overview
SneakerTown is an independent footwear and streetwear retailer at 610 North Clinton Avenue in Rochester, NY. Operating under the name Sneakertown Rochester Inc, the business has maintained a presence in the Upper Falls neighborhood since at least 2010, when its file was established with the Better Business Bureau. The store occupies space within the Upper Falls Shopping Center, a neighborhood commercial hub that also houses a Tops supermarket, Family Dollar, and a McDonald's.
What They Offer
SneakerTown stocks athletic and casual sneakers alongside urban apparel and accessories. The store carries footwear from a range of recognizable brands, including:
- Nike and Air Jordan
- Adidas
- Puma
- New Balance
- Asics
- Reebok
- Timberland
Beyond shoes, the shop sells clothing items such as tees and denim, along with headwear from brands like New Era and lifestyle apparel from POLO Ralph Lauren. The inventory caters to men, women, and children, making it a destination for families looking to outfit multiple members in one visit.
Known For
SneakerTown has carved out a niche as one of the few independently operated sneaker shops along the North Clinton Avenue corridor. While national chains like Foot Locker and SNIPES serve the broader Rochester market from mall locations, SneakerTown offers a neighborhood-accessible alternative with a streetwear-oriented selection. Its long tenure in the Upper Falls area — over fifteen years at the same address — reflects a stable relationship with the surrounding community.
Location & Neighborhood
The store sits inside the Upper Falls Shopping Center at 620 North Clinton Avenue, near the intersection of North Clinton Avenue and Upper Falls Boulevard. The plaza provides on-site parking and includes a Rochester Police substation. The Upper Falls neighborhood is a historically diverse residential area on Rochester's northeast side, shaped over generations by waves of immigration. La Marketa at International Plaza, an open-air community market space, is located a short distance north along Clinton Avenue at number 828, adding to the corridor's retail activity.
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Address
610 N Clinton Ave
Rochester, NY 14605
Phone
(585) 262-2140Last updated May 15, 2026