Cheap Homes for Rent in Erie County, PA from $700 (12 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Erie County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie County, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at University Gate in the Walczak Park neighborhood priced from $620. Lighthouse Apartments in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Gate4 Bed Upgraded4BR,2BA$620
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The Meadows1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
West Ridge Towers1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie County, PA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie County area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 Br w 2.5 bath and Garage Model at 4576 Elizabeth Ln in the starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Erie County apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhome - A Model at Granite Ridge Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot . 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.
4576 Elizabeth Ln3 Br w 2.5 bath and Garage3BR,2.5BA$1.11
Granite Ridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom Townhome - A3BR,1.5BA$1.08
Lena CourtTownhouse with Full Basement2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Arneman Place3 Bedroom Apartment3BR,1.5BA$0.99
1033 E 28th St, Unit 2 10331033 E 28th St2BR,1BA$0.86
University Gate3 Bed upgraded3BR,2BA$0.62
Shoreline Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.94
735 E 28th St, Unit 2735 E 28th St2BR,1BA$0.96
610 W 19th St, Unit 2610 W 19th St3BR,1BA$1.17
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

Frequently Asked Questions about Erie County

What type of rentals are currently available in Erie County?

There are currently 340 Apartments for Rent in Erie County, PA with pricing that ranges from $555 to $10,171. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie County ranging from $700 to $2,700.

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 $700 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,328.

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 $560 to $2,870, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,475 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.

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