Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds768 sqft$202/sqft
1557 W 40th St, Erie, PA 16509
Single FamilyProperty Type
6,006 sq ftLot Size
1951Year Built
$202/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Cute cape cod style looking home, but one story living with this affordable South West Erie home! Second floor is unfinished, there is an incredible amount of potential to nearly double the square feet with more bedrooms and even a bathroom. Fantastic kitchen; quality cabinetry and finishes, with plenty of counter space. Original hardwoods, newer laminate, and an updated bathroom. Mudroom off kitchen to come into home off driveway. Fantastic backyard with patio and a shed for storage. This is a great...Cute cape cod style looking home, but one story living with this affordable South West Erie home! Second floor is unfinished, there is an incredible amount of potential to nearly double the square feet with more bedrooms and even a bathroom. Fantastic kitchen; quality cabinetry and finishes, with plenty of counter space. Original hardwoods, newer laminate, and an updated bathroom. Mudroom off kitchen to come into home off driveway. Fantastic backyard with patio and a shed for storage. This is a great property, sitting in a super convenient and desirable location!
  • Listed by: John Wolf 814.490.2871 johnmwolf@remax.net • RE/MAX Real Estate Group Erie
Listing closed: 11/21/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Erie Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 188558

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$136,500

Avg days on market

6

Sale-to-list ratio

102.1%

Erie, PA

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Square Feet
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a view of a house with a swimming pool
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Location

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Principal and Interest

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1557 West 40th Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,008 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Erie County
  • Architectural Style: One Story
  • Zoning Description: R-1
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,006 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: SOUTH ON GREENGARDEN, EAST ON 40TH STREET - HOME ON SOUTH SIDE OF STREET
  • Latitude: 42.088219
  • Longitude: -80.098482
  • MLS Area Major: 3 - Erie Southwest
  • Township: Erie
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 19-061-068.0-211.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,008.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $76,060
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School District: City-Erie
  • High School District: City-Erie
  • Middle or Junior School District: City-Erie
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1379
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1379
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x120x0x0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 768.0
  • Living Area: 768.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Year Built Details: Estimate
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
  • Basement: Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 6
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: First
  • Type: Full Bath
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 14x12
  • Level: First
  • Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 4x4
  • Level: First
  • Type: Mud Room
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 14x10
  • Level: First
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 11x10
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 12x11
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bedroom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Deposit: $2,500.00

Property History for 1557 West 40th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 21, 2025

Sold

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #188558

$155,000
Nov 17, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921357652

$155,000

+11.0% / yr

Oct 25, 2025

Pending

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #188558

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/21/2025

Sold

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #188558

$155,000
11/17/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921357652

$155,000

+11.0% / yr

10/25/2025

Pending

Greater Erie Board of REALTORS #188558

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1557 West 40th Street

Taxable ValueLand$26,800Additions$49,260Total$76,060
Tax Record2026$3,108 ($259 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt768 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt768 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,007 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1951ZoningR1CountyERIEAPN19-061-068.0-211.00

Schools near 1557 West 40th Street

This home is within Erie City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cleveland El School
PublicPK to 5

Strong Vincent Middle School
Public6 to 8

Erie High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1557 West 40th Street, Erie, PA 16509
$155,000
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768
6,006
$57,760
4
1
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