
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Erie, MI from $400 (37 Rentals)
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River Bend Apartments

5311 N Detroit Ave

Larchmont Estates

Piccadilly West

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4875 292nd St

North Towne Villas

Maple Grove Townhomes

2323 Shoreland Ave, Unit 2331-329

Devonshire

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Shoreland's Harbor House

North Ridge Place

Hillview Apartments
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6018 Secor Rd

4912 Douglas Rd

4013 Caroline Ave

830 W Alexis Rd

3405 Beaumont Dr

5046 Northfield Dr

340 E Lake St

1263 Crestwood Rd

5058 Northfield Dr
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6020 Secor Rd

227 Everett St

2207 W Laskey Rd

420 Everett St

117 E Streicher St

405 E Manhattan Blvd

1338 Brooke Park Dr

1106 White St.

4124 Vermaas Ave
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332 14th St
Erie, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $980 | $560 | $2,164 |
| Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $685 | $2,075 |
| Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $1,075 | $1,200 |
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Cheapest Available Erie Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Creek Apartments in the North Toledo neighborhood priced from $560. Wynhaven Apartments in the North Toledo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Wynhaven Apartments | 1x1 654 | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| Hillview Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Brooke Park Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 5311 N Detroit Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Larchmont Estates | Newly Renovated Studio Apartment - 0Bed/1Ba | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 830 W Alexis Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Three Pines Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| North Towne Villas | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Piccadilly West | 1 BR (Efficiency), 1 BA- Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $818 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, MI and Nearby
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Erie area is the $1.10 price per square foot 10749 S Dixie Hwy Model at 10749 S Dixie Hwy, Unit 1 in the starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Erie apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Greenwich Apartments starting at $835 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the North Toledo 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10749 S Dixie Hwy, Unit 1 | 10749 S Dixie Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Greenwich Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Maple Grove Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| North Towne Villas | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Wynhaven Apartments | 2x1 732 | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 830 W Alexis Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Piccadilly West | 1 BR, 1 BA- Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Three Pines Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Hillview Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 5311 N Detroit Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Erie Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Erie Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Erie Apartment is $560 at Maple Creek 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 $685 at Wynhaven Apartments.
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