1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA (138 Rentals)

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238 W 6th St

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3701 W Lake Rd

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Lakehouse
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Lakehouse

942 W 2nd StErie, PA 16507
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326w8th
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326w8th

326 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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301w8th
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301w8th

301 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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3034 Elmwood
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3034 Elmwood

3034 ElmwoodErie, PA 16508
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5208 W Ridge Rd
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5208 W Ridge Rd

5208 W Ridge RdErie, PA 16506

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Erie 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 18, 2025

There are currently 554 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Erie, PA that range in price from $600 to $1,695. West Suburban Erie, Central Eastside and Marvintown are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Erie with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Suburban Erie42$895$600
Central Eastside31$966$600
Marvintown31$974$600
Downtown Erie29$952$600
St Mary29$950$600
South East Hills27$1,002$600
Central City26$958$600
Little Italy26$900$600
West Bayfront26$895$600
East Bayfront24$925$600

Largest Available Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Erie, PA is found at The Village on Pacific in the West Suburban Erie neighborhood and is 972 square feet priced from $1,310. Park Row Apartments in the Frontier neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 700 square feet and currently listed start at $850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Erie:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Village on PacificOne Bedroom One Car972 Sq Ft$1,310
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom700 Sq Ft$850
Modern Tool Square1BR/1.0BA700 Sq Ft$950
Lovell Place1B1B483 Sq Ft$955

Cheapest Available Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 18, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Erie, PA is the 1 Bedroom Basement Model starting from $700 at Landmark Square Apartments in the Frontier neighborhood. The second most affordable Erie 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom Model at Lighthouse Apartments starting at $750 in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Erie is currently $979. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Erie:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Landmark Square Apartments1 Bedroom Basement$700
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom$750
West Ridge Towers1BR/1.0BA$795
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$800
The Reserve at MillcreekEfficiency A$800
Shoreline Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$850
Cider Mill ApartmentsSpacious 1 BD 1 BA 04$850

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Erie Overview

Perfectly nestled on the shores of Lake Erie, Erie is a charming city in Pennsylvania. The city's relatively low housing cost, suburban feel, proximity to amenities, and the picturesque views of the lake are what sets it apart from other similar locales.  

Why live in Erie, PA?

Not only is Erie quite livable due to its affordability and ease of transit but is also brims brimming with interest areas for both recreation and culture. With a population of around 100,000 people and also being the fourth-largest city in Pennsylvania, Erie offers the allure of a small town with local and conveniently located amenities along with multiple attractions. Some of these attractions include the Erie Art museum the Erie’s Children’s Museum and the Warner Theatre which was commissioned by the Warner Brothers in 1929. Erie is also home to the Presque Isle State Park which is a peninsula that boasts of hiking trails, and beaches. 

Erie, PA
Population: 96,471

Ranked #329

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Erie, PA

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Erie Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Erie with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Erie is at Landmark Square Apartments listed at $700.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Erie Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Erie is $979.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Erie Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Erie is a 972 square feet unit starting from $1,310 at The Village on Pacific.

What is the average size for Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Erie is currently 605 sq ft.

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