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Sought-after for its suburban feel and city proximity
With million-dollar homes on Presque Isle Bay, a state park with beaches and bike trails, and a downtown, airport and major shopping centers nearby, the Erie neighborhood of Frontier is one of the most highly sought in the city. “It’s very desirable to business professionals and people who want to be close to city attractions and amenities,” says Jake Scheloske, vice president of sales for Agresti Real Estate, who grew up in Frontier and has been selling homes in Erie for 14 years. “Frontier is more like a suburb within a city. It’s home to Frontier Park, a famous park with tennis courts and an amphitheater where you can enjoy summer concerts. It’s one of those friendly dog walking neighborhoods that people love.”
Less than 1 square mile in size, Frontier is also within walking or biking distance of schools, restaurants, parks and recreation. “You can bike to the beaches at Presque Isle State Park,” says Realtor Fred Amendola, who leads the Fred Amendola Team with Keller Williams Realty Erie. “The Bayfront Parkway also connects you to downtown and nightlife. The largest mall is minutes away, too. Frontier has a location convenient to wherever you want to go in the area.”
Beautiful parks, marinas and beaches on Lake Erie
Frontier Park, the neighborhood’s namesake, is a 33-acre green space that hugs West Bayfront Parkway and West 8th Street. Park visitors can enjoy six tennis courts, a soccer field and multiple walking paths, many of which line either side of West Branch Cascade Creek that runs through the park. Children will find a large, sand-covered playground with a unique set of four metal slides, known as The Griff Slides, built into a natural hill. “The park has one of the best hills for sledding,” Scheloske says. Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier Park, another part of this green space, has over 1,000 trees, an amphitheater where concerts and festivals are held, a winter garden and an open market on Saturdays from June to September, where local vendors sell crafts, baked goods, produce and flowers.
The Erie Yacht Club on Presque Isle Bay is the only private marina in Erie. It features 371 slips with custom floating catwalks, 100 dry stall spaces, boat launch ramps and a sailing program for juniors and adults. “The club is kind of hidden. You need to take Ravine Drive, a back road, to get there,” Scheloske says. “A multi-million-dollar renovation to its sailing school was completed, and it has a great restaurant and patio to enjoy the view.” The club also has a long history of yacht racing and is associated with the Inter Lake Yachting Association’s annual regatta.
Jutting out into the lake, Presque Isle State Park (often called “The Peninsula”) features several beaches, trails, ponds and incredible lake views. “Presque Isle gets 3 million visitors a year,” Amendola says. “You have the bay on one side, where you can jet ski, and the lake on the other, which the beaches face and where people boat.” The park also contains the Presque Isle Lighthouse, which dates to the 1870s and still serves as a navigational beacon for passing ships.
The Erie Yacht Club in Frontier was established in 1895.
Residents love the slides at Frontier Park.
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The closer to the lake, the higher the home value
Homes along South Shore Drive with bay access have the highest value in Frontier. Front lawns on this road are deep and impeccably landscaped, and the properties, which sell from $500,000 to $1.6 million, often feature 2 or more acres and represent some of the finest examples of Tudor, colonial and Greek-revival styles in the city. “The homes in Frontier are older but filled with character and charm,” Amendola says. “You can walk or bike to the lakefront or Presque Isle State Park. It’s very close.” The rest of Frontier is laid out in evenly spaced blocks, which feature boulevards, mature shade trees and suburban homes. Colonial-style houses with brick, wood or vinyl siding are popular. They often have three or four bedrooms, formal dining rooms and extra living spaces like sunrooms. They’re priced between $250,000 and $380,000. Cape Cods with hardwood floors, fireplaces and fenced-in yards are available for $125,000 to $325,000. “All the homes in Frontier are different,” Scheloske says. “There’s nothing cookie-cutter about them. Homeowners have renovated them over the years, sometimes adding to or updating their look. It’s part of the neighborhood’s charm.”
This historic home is common in Frontier.
This cape cod style home can be found in Frontier.
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Frontier Fridays Music Series at Frontier Park
The Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier Park hosts a music series of local bands and musicians at the Patricia McCain Outdoor Amphitheater. The live music concerts are held on Friday evenings from early August to early October. Local food vendors are on site, and concertgoers can bring chairs and blankets to enjoy the evening’s performance on the lawn.
Chocolatiers, popular eateries and shopping destination
Shopping and restaurants abound on West 8th Street, beginning with Romolo Chocolates. This three-part chocolate shop, gift store and café offers over 200 handcrafted confections with viewing areas that allow customers to watch as the chocolates and other treats are made. The West Erie Plaza shopping center at West 8th and Pittsburgh Avenue is home to The Cork 1794. This upscale eatery with an outdoor patio, impressive wine list and cosmopolitan feel is a community favorite. Residents have a few options for buying groceries along West 12th Street, including a Giant Eagle Supermarket. West Frontier is also within 3 miles of downtown and the Flagship City Food Hall, where visitors can sample dishes from Erie’s diverse restaurant scene. The Millcreek Mall, a shopping complex with over 170 well-known stores and restaurants is only 4 miles south on Interstate 79.
Enjoy the atmosphere at Cork 1794 near Frontier.
Romolo Choclates in Frontier makes confections with love and passion.
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Erie public schools, programs and investments
Frontier's schools are part of the Erie City School District, which receives a C-plus from Niche. Harding Elementary is within walking distance of many neighborhood homes, and Strong Vincent Middle is nearby. Both are C-rated. Honors students at Strong Vincent are guaranteed enrollment at Northwest Pennsylvania Collegiate Academy, an A-plus city high school and one of the top secondary schools in the country. Erie High, another C school, invested $6 million to upgrade its football stadium to a multi-sport facility in 2024.
Northwest Pennsylvania Collegiate Academy is a public school.
Strong Vincent Middle School serves grades 6-8.
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Public transportation options in Erie
Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority buses stop in Frontier on 6th Street and Pittsburgh Avenue. West Bayfront Parkway, which runs alongside the neighborhood's eastern border, becomes Interstate 79. Seven miles south on I-79 is Interstate 90, connecting drivers to Buffalo and Cleveland. Pittsburgh is 125 miles south. Travelers can also catch an Amtrak train at Union Station on West 14th Street in the City, and the nearest airport is Erie International, which features nonstop flights to Charlotte and Orlando.
I-79 is conveniently located near Frontier.
Public transportation serves Frontier.
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Three hospitals and two colleges within 3 miles of Frontier
The closest medical facility is within the neighborhood on West 8th Street. Shriners Children’s Erie treats children with orthopedic conditions, spinal cord injuries and other abnormalities regardless of their families’ ability to pay. UPMC Hamot is a 445-bed, regional Level II trauma center on State Street downtown, and Saint Vincent Hospital on West 25th Street is nationally recognized for its comprehensive medical services.
The Erie County Community College campus sits next to the shopping centers on Pittsburgh Avenue. With multiple locations countywide, it enrolls a fair number of part-time and non-traditional students. Gannon University, close to downtown, is a Catholic university that attracts students from around the world as well as U.S. veterans.
UPMH Hospital is near Frontier.
Gannon University is a private Catholic university located near Frontier.
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Parks in this Area
Scott Park
Avalon Park
Scott Park Playground
Frontier Playground
Frontier Park
Presque Isle State Park
Transit
Airport
Erie International/Tom Ridge Field
9 min drive
Bus
W 6th St & Beverly
Bus
Frontier Park (Bus Shelter)
Bus
W 6th St & Lincoln Ave
Bus
W 6th St & Kahkwa Blvd
Bus
W 6th St & Delaware Ave
Bus
W 6th St & Seminole
Bus
W 6th St & Monoca
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Frontier
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Frontier, Erie sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Frontier, Erie over the last 12 months is $244,188, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This stunning home blends old-world charm with thoughtful updates, creating a warm and inviting space that’s as functional as it is beautiful. Restored original hardwood floors, natural light, and original wooden trim are found throughout. Renovations to the full and half bath kept timeless elegance in mind. With spacious bedrooms, a library, a dining room, and two inviting living rooms, this
Wonderful new construction opportunity in beautiful Northwest Erie. Significant incentives outlined on attached Home Opportunity Program sheet. All offers must be accompanied by completed Developer Proposal. All agreements subject to final approval from Board and may take 3 to 4 weeks.
Discover unmatched elegance in this stunning residence, where luxury meets sophistication. The open layout is perfect for entertaining, featuring a gourmet chef's kitchen with a fireplace island and a chic peninsula flowing into a beautiful family room. Sunlight fills the formal living room, while the elegant dining room is ideal for memorable meals. The first-floor primary suite offers a private
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,681
Median Age
52
Population under 18
17.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$69,176
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,069
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
44.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
29''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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