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    861 E 38TH Street Erie, PA 16504

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    Picture of Restaurants at 861 E 38TH Street, Erie, PA
    For Lease
    $14 SF/Yr

    COMMERCIAL - Erie, PA

    Property size:
    2,520 SF
    Added:
    Oct 16, 2025
    Days on Market:
    168
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 1 at 7:06 am

    Property Features for 861 E 38TH Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Lease
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    18-053-076.0-108.00
    Size
    2,520 SF

    Taxes and HOA fees

    TaxYear
    2025
    TaxAnnualAmount
    17380
    Expense value
    3500
    Expense
    SecurityDeposit
    Expense freq.
    One Time

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Building materials
    Brick

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    Listing Contact
    Beth Lewis

    Listing agent Beth Lewis License #RS338659

    Listing office Erie Shores Realty 3545 W 12th St, Erie, PA

    Listing date Oct 16, 2025

    MLS# 188442

    Copyright © 2025 Greater Erie Board of Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    Overview

    Erie Retail/Restaurant Space Available

    This commercial space, formerly a Donato's Pizza and most recently CheesErie, is available for rent. Situated on East 38th Street in a high-traffic, high-profile location, the property is located steps away from a local university and within driving and delivery distance of an additional local college. The 2520-square-foot space is currently configured and equipped for restaurant uses but can be retrofitted for various purposes, including office or retail. Subdivision of the space into a smaller configuration is possible. Restaurant equipment is available as part of the lease. The NNN charges are $2.00 per square foot. The owner, a commercial contractor, is willing to negotiate build-to-suit options for tenants. The anchor tenant is District Justice Bizzarro.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Donatos Pizza Restaurant Erie County District ... Law Firm

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Accounting Firm

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Grotto Commons — 501 E 38th St, Erie, PA 16546

    Location Insight

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    City
    Erie
    County
    Erie
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -80.08495
    Latitude
    42.094839

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - High-traffic location suitable for retail or restaurant uses.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 861 E 38TH Street Erie, PA.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $14 SF/Yr.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: High‑traffic, high‑profile location on East 38th Street.; Steps away from local university and near another college.; Currently equipped for restaurant use (former Donato's Pizza/CheesErie). Restaurant equipment available as part of lease.
    (814) 882-5451
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    Beth Lewis
    Real Estate License ID: RS338659
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
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