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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayfront Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (19 Rentals)
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Plymouth Apartments
604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
426 E 13th St
EriePA16503
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EriePA16502
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The Bowie Apartments
16 W 10th StErie, PA 16501
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Bayfront, Erie, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bayfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayfront Studio Apartments | $950 | $900 | $1,000 |
| Bayfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,011 | $695 | $1,450 |
| Bayfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $850 | $1,900 |
| Bayfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $1,200 | $1,575 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bayfront Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Bayfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayfront area of Erie, PA is a Studio unit found at The Bowie Apartments priced from $900. Lovell Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $932. Here are the most affordable Bayfront apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayfront, PA
As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bayfront area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Modern Tool Square in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Bayfront apartment is the 1B1B Model at Lovell Place starting at $932 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBayfront, Erie, PA
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Among neighborhoods in Erie, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Bayfront Neighborhood in Erie, PA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bayfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bayfront is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bayfront?
The cheapest apartment in Bayfront is Lovell Place which is listed at $932, while the average apartment in Bayfront costs $1,545.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bayfront?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Bayfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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