
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Erie, IL from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Cross Creek

Northland Park Apartments

PARK RUN APARTMENTS

Pine View

The Avenues At East Moline

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Fox Pointe Apartments
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Nottingham West Apartments

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Washington Senior Apartments

The Villas at Devils Glen

Eagle Ridge Apartments

Riverside Apartments and Townhomes

Sterling Towers

5425 Valley Dr

Old Orchard Estates
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Pius Lane Apartments

Deer Valley Apartments

Chateau Knoll

Crowne Forest

Valley Bluff Townhomes

Creek View At Devils Glen

Bend Apartments

Regency Apartments
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Springs at Bettendorf Apartments

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Cottage Bluff Apartments

Ridgewood Towers

Roosevelt School Apartments

443 2nd Ave D

416 7th Ave S

Rock Falls Apartments

458 S 14th St
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914 S 6th St

516 2nd Ave S

Valley View

535 7th Ave S

625 25th Ave

Crow Creek Apartments

503 E 5th St

1216 9th Ave S
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1454 18th St

777 20th Ave

1324 Mary Ave

2002 Garfield St
Erie, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie Studio Apartments | $1,117 | $625 | $1,538 |
| Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $669 | $1,700 |
| Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $591 | $3,250 |
| Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $757 | $4,990 |
| Erie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,659 | $2,025 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Available Erie Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. PARK RUN APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| PARK RUN APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| The Avenues At East Moline | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $670 |
| Cross Creek | 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $720 |
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Eagle Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Riverside Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bed, One Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| 5425 Valley Dr | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Old Orchard Estates | The Orchard | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, IL and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Erie area is the $1.17 price per square foot 5 bedroom Home Model at Links at Pebble Creek in the in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Erie apartment is the 2 x 2 Model at Cross Creek starting at $720 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the North Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Links at Pebble Creek | 5 bedroom Home | 5BR,4.5BA | $1.17 |
| Cross Creek | 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| The Landing of Clinton | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Cottage Bluff Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| PARK RUN APARTMENTS | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Crowne Forest | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Riverside Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bed, One Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Eagle Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Avenues At East Moline | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Erie Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Erie?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Erie is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Erie Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Erie Apartment is $645 at PARK RUN APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Erie Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Erie is starting from $720 at Cross Creek.
What is the most affordable Erie Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Erie Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cross Creek and starts from $830.
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