1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA (105 Rentals)

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St James Manor
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St James Manor

2611 Pearl AveErie, PA 16510
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Mid City Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mid City Towers

12 E Ninth StErie, PA 16501
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3309 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3309 State St

3309 State StErie, PA 16508
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326w8th
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326w8th

326 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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West Ridge Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

West Ridge Towers

5040 W Ridge RdErie, PA 16506
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Heritage Apartments
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Heritage Apartments

2547 W 8th StErie, PA 16505
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Cranberry Court
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Cranberry Court

401 Cranberry StErie, PA 16507
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Holiday Niagara Village
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Holiday Niagara Village

2380 Village Common DrErie, PA 16506
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Richford Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Richford Arms

515 State StErie, PA 16501
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Angelique Woods
1 Bedroom Apartments

Angelique Woods

1679 W 45th StErie, PA 16509
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Midtown Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Apartments

2515 Peach StErie, PA 16502
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Erie 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 09, 2025

There are currently 174 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Erie, PA that range in price from $645 to $1,626. Marvintown, Central Eastside and Southeast Erie 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
Marvintown14$990$645
Central Eastside12$1,020$645
Southeast Erie11$990$645
South East Hills10$1,025$695
West Suburban Erie10$900$645
Central City8$940$645
Downtown Erie8$940$645
Little Italy8$883$645
West Side Squires8$916$645
Bayfront7$916$645

Largest Available Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Erie, PA is found at Modern Tool Square in the Frontier neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,075. Glenwood Towers in the Glenwood neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 820 square feet and currently listed start at $1,175. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Erie:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Modern Tool Square1BR/1.0BA850 Sq Ft$1,075
Glenwood Towers1 Bed, 1 bath820 Sq Ft$1,175
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom650 Sq Ft$750
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath650 Sq Ft$800
Northview Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom650 Sq Ft$850
Harborcreek Senior Apartments1BR625 Sq Ft$1,425
Cider Mill ApartmentsSpacious 1 BD 1 BA 04610 Sq Ft$850
The Reserve at Millcreek1.5 Miles to LECOM575 Sq Ft$850

Cheapest Available Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Erie, PA is the 1 bedroom Model starting from $750 at Lighthouse Apartments in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. The second most affordable Erie 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at West Ridge Towers starting at $795 in the West Suburban Erie neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Erie is currently $1,019. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Erie:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom$750
West Ridge Towers1BR/1.0BA$795
Maple Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$800
The Reserve at MillcreekOne Bedroom A$850
Northview Heights ApartmentsOne Bedroom$850
Cider Mill ApartmentsSpacious 1 BD 1 BA 04$850
Lovell Place1B1B$916
Modern Tool Square1BR/1.0BA$1,075

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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 Lighthouse Apartments listed at $750.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Erie is $1,019.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Erie is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,075 at Modern Tool Square.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Erie is currently 601 sq ft.

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