Off market jun 2021 for $382K

$471,759

•

1,650

sq ft

5501 Merlau Rd, South Wales, NY 14139

About this home

WELCOME TO 5501 MERLAU RD WHERE THE POOL IS OPEN AND READY FOR SUMMER! ONLY 10 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN E AURORA. HIGHLY DESIREABLE RANCH BOASTS APPROX 1,650sq ft OF INCREDIBLE LIVING SPACES. A COMPLETE 2YR RENOVATION HAS TRANSFORMED THIS HOME INTO A TRUE SHOW STOPPER HIGHLIGHTED BY SOLID WHITE ASH WOOD FLOORING. A THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED OPEN FLOOR PLAN ALLOWS FOR FAMILY GATHERINGS AND ENTERTAINING ALIKE. THE CHEF OF THE HOUSE HAS EVERYTHING THEY NEED IN THIS FULLY EQUIPED DESIGNER KITCHEN W/ QUARTZ COUNTERS. STAINLESS APPLIANCES INCL REFRIGERATOR, GAS STOVE/RANGE, DISHWASHER & AUTOMATIC MICROWAVE DRAWER. THERE ARE 3 GREAT SIZED BEDROOMS. THE MASTER ENSUITE BOASTS A MASSIVE WALK-IN SHOWER W/ CUSTOM GLASS, SPECIALTY LIGHTING & ACCENTS. ONE BEDROOM IS CURRENTLY BEING USED AS A WALK-IN CLOSET/DRESSING ROOM. BOTH FULL BATHROOMS WERE PROFESSIONALLY DESIGNED WITH A BEAUTIFUL AND MODERN APPEAL & CERAMIC TILE FLOORS. FIRST FLR LAUNDRY IS ALSO A PLUS! SUMMERTIME FUN & BBQ's WILL MOST DEFINATELY TAKE PLACE AROUND THE NEW HEATED IN-GROUND POOL WHICH IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE BACKYARD. ENJOY THE PEACE AND QUIET IN THIS PRIVATE YARD SURROUNDED BY WOODS. 2.5 CAR GARRAGE. 1,650 SQ FT AS PER CONTRACTOR.

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

2.4 acresLot Size

$286Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listing by Michael Hartke • Howard Hanna WNY Inc

•716-932-5300 (broker)

Bought with Donald Zappia • eXp Realty

•888-276-0630 (broker)

•ny.broker@exprealty.net (broker)

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•Source:WNYREIS #B1329772

Redfin Estimate

$471,759

$89K since sold in June 2021$13K since October

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This home's estimate is 21.1% higher than the average sale price ($390K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 21, 2026
$390,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,126 sq ft
13510 Sanders Hill Rd, Strykersville, NY 14145
Listing by Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
SOLD FEB 16, 2026
$220,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,560 sq ft
253 Sinn Rd, Cowlesville, NY 14037
Listing by CMK Real Estate LLC
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$390,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,182 sq ft
13220 Big Tree Rd, East Aurora, NY 14052
Listing by Keller Williams Realty Lancaster
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$536,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,648 sq ft
1750 Center St, East Aurora, NY 14052
Listing by Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$371,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,622 sq ft
681 Perry Rd, Strykersville, NY 14145
Listing by Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$430,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,615 sq ft
5880 Hunters Creek Rd, South Wales, NY 14139
Listing by Howard Hanna WNY Inc.

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Market trends in 14139, NY

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

107.1%

12.4% MoM

Median sale price

$380K

$74K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

11 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 5501 Merlau Rd

Date

Event

Price

WNYREIS #B1329772

Jun 25, 2021

Sold

$382,500

$232/sq ft

Jun 12, 2021

Pending

—

Apr 17, 2021

Listed

$395,000

$239/sq ft

WNYREIS #B1029064

Apr 17, 2017

Sold

$65,500

$40/sq ft

Apr 7, 2017

Pending

—

Mar 15, 2017

Contingent

—

Mar 2, 2017

Listed

$61,500

$37/sq ft

Tax history for 5501 Merlau Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.54 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,103

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Erie County

APN

146600A1900000002014211

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on May 9, 2025.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Storage, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2

Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Room Types: Bedroom, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation, Basement, Entry Foyer
Has Basement
Basement Information: Partial, Sump Pump

Room 1 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 16.00 x 16.00
Length: 16.0
Width: 16.0

Room 2 Information
Other
Level: First
Dimensions: 12.00 x 8.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 8.0

Room 3 Information
Other
Level: First
Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.00
Length: 8.0
Width: 5.0

Room 4 Information
Other
Level: First
Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Length: 11.0
Width: 11.0

Room 5 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 11.0

Room 6 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 13.00 x 13.00
Length: 13.0
Width: 13.0

Room 7 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: First
Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 10.0

Room 8 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: First
Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 11.0

Room 9 Information
Bedroom 1
Level: First
Dimensions: 14.00 x 14.00
Length: 14.0
Width: 14.0

Laundry Information
Features: Main Level

Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator

Interior Features
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Varies
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Bedroom on Main Level, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Blacktop Driveway, Fence, Pool, Propane Tank - Leased
Fencing: Partial

Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: In Ground

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 2.4
Lot Size Acres: 2.4
Lot Size Dimensions: 500X135
Lot Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Rural Lot, Wooded

Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Resale

Financial

Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $82,822

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,343

Utilities

Utility Information
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Forced Air

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,103
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Erie County
APN: 146600A1900000002014211

Home facts updated by county records on May 9, 2025

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Wales Primary School

Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 1.8mi

5/10

Iroquois Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.3mi

4/10

Iroquois Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.3mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

South Wales, NY • 14139

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in June and 2.2 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$449,000 – $543,000

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Home values near 5501 Merlau Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5580 Merlau Rd, South Wales, NY 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1546 Sq. Ft.	$336,810
5546 Merlau Rd, South Wales, NY 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1150 Sq. Ft.	$173,399
5501 Merlau Rd, South Wales, NY 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1103 Sq. Ft.	$360,641
12678 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2280 Sq. Ft.	$342,018
12657 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1528 Sq. Ft.	$308,806
12748 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2572 Sq. Ft.	$482,728

Address	Redfin Estimate
5394 Merlau Rd Apt S, South Wales, NY 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1872 Sq. Ft.	$292,568
5383 Merlau Rd, South Wales, NY 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1880 Sq. Ft.	$333,519
12748 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2572 Sq. Ft.	$234,959
12872 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2100 Sq. Ft.	$268,415
12741 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1456 Sq. Ft.	$329,788

Address	Redfin Estimate
5481 Merlau Rd, South Wales, NY 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	$254,544
5620 Merlau Rd, South Wales, NY 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2252 Sq. Ft.	$535,862
12720 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1328 Sq. Ft.	$167,545
12982 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1230 Sq. Ft.	$174,440
12997 Centerline Rd, South Wales, NY 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3696 Sq. Ft.	$573,983

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