
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Erie County, OH from $300 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Erie County.


409 Hendry St

515 W Washington St, Unit 3

Eagle's Pine Apartments

Clinton Square

807 Force Ave
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Timbers Edge

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620 Cleveland Rd W

Lake Point Apartments

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Leisure Apartments

Viewpoint
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Venice Heights

Sycamore School

The Reserve at Lakeview Landing

Arbor Arms

Monticello Arms

Erie Shore Living
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Village at Edson Creek
Erie County, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Erie County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie County Studio Apartments | $1,006 | $674 | $1,310 |
| Erie County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $759 | $2,055 |
| Erie County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $709 | $3,636 |
| Erie County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,526 | $975 | $3,132 |
| Erie County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,975 | $1,119 | $8,597 |
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Cheapest Available Erie County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie County, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Clinton Square in the Perkins Township neighborhood priced from $875. Eagle's Pine Apartments in the Sandusky neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Eagle's Pine Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Falcon Point Lofts | BREAKERS | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| Timbers Edge | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
| Ashwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Plum Brook Villas West | 1 Bedroom Loft w/ 1 Car Detached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Stony Ridge Manor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Shore Club | 2 Bed 2 Bath Bayside | 2BR,2BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie County, OH
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Erie County area is the $1.49 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Sandusky in the in the Perkins Township neighborhood starting from $2,059. The second greatest value Erie County apartment is the Forestwood Model at Redwood Vermilion starting at $1,849 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Vermilion Township neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erie County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Sandusky | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Redwood Vermilion | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| The Shore Club | 3 Bed 2 Bath Marina - Luxury | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Timbers Edge | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Hunters Marsh Villas | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 2 Car Direct | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Bogart Landing | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Stony Ridge Manor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 515 W Washington St, Unit 3 | 515 W Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Clinton Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Erie County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Erie County?
The cheapest apartment in Erie County is Clinton Square which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Erie County costs $5,211.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Erie County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Erie County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Erie County?
Cheap apartments in Erie County have an average cost of $236 which is $4,975 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Erie County.
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