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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. Landmark Square Apartments in the Frontier neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. 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
Landmark Square Apartments1 Bedroom Basement1BR,1BA$700
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The Meadows1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
West Ridge Towers1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie County, PA

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie County area is the $0.28 price per square foot 416 E 3rd St Model at 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Downtown Erie neighborhood starting from $425. The second greatest value Erie County apartment is the 446 W 7th St Model at 446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,300 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Frontier 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.
416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor416 E 3rd St1BR,1BA$0.28
446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor446 W 7th St3BR,1BA$0.87
1118 W 8th St, Unit First Floor1118 W 8th St2BR,1BA$0.79
Hudson LoftsThe Nittany4BR,4BA$0.74
Arneman Place3 Bedroom Apartment3BR,1.5BA$0.89
133 Meadville St, Unit B133 Meadville St4BR,2BA$0.83
1158 Brown Ave, Unit 21158 Brown Ave3BR,1BA$0.79
University Gate3 Bed upgraded3BR,2BA$0.62
1208 W 27th St, Unit 21208 W 27th St2BR,1BA$0.85
960 W 16th St, Unit 2960 W 16th St2BR,1BA$0.88

Frequently Asked Questions about Erie County

What type of rentals are currently available in Erie County?

There are currently 341 Apartments for Rent in Erie County, PA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $3,500. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie County ranging from $850 to $3,750.

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 $850 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,758.

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 $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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