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Cheapest Available Erie County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie County, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Southwind Landing Senior Apartments in the Bellevue neighborhood priced from $519. Camelot Court Apartments in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Southwind Landing Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$519
Camelot Court Apartments1 BD1BR,1BA$820
Willow Grove ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$850
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$870
1116 Elmwood1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
496 ElmwoodStudio 2Studio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie County, NY

As of November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie County area is the $0.12 price per square foot 6068 Transit Rd Model at 6068 Transit Rd, Unit 4 in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Erie County apartment is the 239 Oxford Ave Model at 239 Oxford Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,550 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Hamlin Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erie County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6068 Transit Rd, Unit 46068 Transit Rd1BR,1BA$0.12
239 Oxford Ave, Unit 2239 Oxford Ave3BR,1.5BA$0.97
101 Behm Rd, Unit 101 Lower101 Behm Rd2BR,1.5BA$0.98
Village Pines Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.93
93 Lovering Ave, Unit Upper93 Lovering Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
738 Prospect Ave, Unit Lower738 Prospect Ave2BR,1BA$0.92
26 Sherwood St, Unit Upper26 Sherwood St3BR,1BA$0.96
Campus Walk OneC13BR,3BA$0.81
Claire Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.96
Southwind Landing Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.89

Frequently Asked Questions about Erie County

What type of rentals are currently available in Erie County?

There are currently 2031 Apartments for Rent in Erie County, NY with pricing that ranges from $358 to $5,000. There are also 297 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie County ranging from $450 to $17,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Erie County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Erie County ranges from $450 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,884.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Erie County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Erie County range from $625 to $3,565, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,380 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.