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256 E 31st St, Erie, PA, 16504

3beds
2baths
1,368sqft
$139,900
$102price/sqft
$1,195/moest. monthly cost
$47,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home in Southeast Erie – Priced to Sell! Welcome to this well maintained 3-bedroom, 2-full bath home located in Southeast Erie. Step inside to discover warm hardwood floors flowing throughout the main living areas, adding character and timeless style. The spacious living room offers a comfortable gathering space, while the kitchen and dining area provide ample room for cooking and entertaining. The home also features generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms for added convenience. Step outside onto the back deck, perfect for summer barbecues, relaxing evenings, or entertaining guests. The backyard offers space for play, pets, or gardening. This home is move-in ready, priced to sell, and ideally located close to schools, parks, shopping, and major routes. Don’t miss your chance to own this property in Southeast Erie!

Getting Around

54
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
36
TransitSome Transit
52
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Jefferson El SchoolGrades PK-50.4 mi
4/10
Wilson Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.6 mi
1/10
Erie High SchoolGrades 9-121.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1927

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Two Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Oven,Gas Range,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Unfinished

Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13x10

Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 11x9

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 14x11

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Wood

Heating

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Gas

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,368
  • Total interior livable area: 1,368 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 14x9

Living Room

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 18x14

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 17x10

Other

  • Level: First

Other

  • Level: Second

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 18050083.0254.00
  • Zoning description: R-1

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,968 sqft
  • Features: Cleared,Landscaped
  • Lot size dimensions: 29 x 135 x 0 x 0

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $707$8,484
Home Insurance *$87$1,044
Property Taxes $177$2,124
Electricity $224$2,692
Total$1,195$14,340
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$40,971/yr
40% on housing$35,850/yr
45% on housing$31,866/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan

Covered
WildfireWildfire
Add-on available
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.5%
8.5%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.3%
-0.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$102This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 16504$90
Erie County$115

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 16504$118
Erie County$139

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2025-06-06Listed for sale$144,900
2022-06-27Listing removed--
2022-05-22Listed for rent$1,100
2022-04-26Listing removed--
2022-04-07Listed for rent$1,100
2021-12-22Listing removed--
2021-11-12Sold$26,000
2021-11-12Listed for rent$1,050
2021-02-01Listing removed--
2020-09-21Price change$54,000
2020-08-05Price change$57,000
2020-07-27Price change$59,999
2020-07-21Listed for sale$69,000
2007-11-20Sold$65,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentBob List
BrokerageAgresti Real Estate

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