Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Erie, PA (235 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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825 W 24th St
$2,000
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 15

825 W 24th St

825 W 24th StErie, PA 16502
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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property at 2679 Cherry St

$1,125

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$1,125
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$1,125

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2679 Cherry St

EriePA16508
property at 351 E 7th St

$1,200

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$1,200
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$1,200

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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351 E 7th St

EriePA16503
property at 1060 E 24th St

$1,100

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$1,100
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$1,100

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1060 E 24th St

EriePA16503
property at 2401 Plum St

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Dec 31

2401 Plum St

EriePA16502
property at 118 E 4th St

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

118 E 4th St

EriePA16507

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 612 Hess Ave

$850

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$850
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$850

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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612 Hess Ave

EriePA16503
property at 2204 Pear St

$600

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$600
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$600

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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2204 Pear St

EriePA16510

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Central City, Erie, PA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Central City, Erie, PA

Ranked #29

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central City

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central City area of Erie, PA?

As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 235 available Central City apartments priced from $435 to $2,611, with an average monthly rent of $1,110.

How much are Studio apartments in Central City?

There are currently 49 Studio Apartments in Central City with rent ranges from $750 to $850 with an average price of $821.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central City ranges from $435 to $2,107 with an average monthly rent of $1,062.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central City range from $700 to $2,611. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,171.

How expensive are Central City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 37 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $2,575 - averaging $1,178 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.