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810 Hess Ave
EriePA16503
254 W 9th St
EriePA16501
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Plymouth Apartments
604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
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426 E 13th St
EriePA16503
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The Bowie Apartments
16 W 10th StErie, PA 16501
2406 Peach St
EriePA16502
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Central City, Erie, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $695 | $1,626 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $700 | $1,928 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,200 | $2,827 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lighthouse Apartments priced from $750. The Bowie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $916 |
| Modern Tool Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, PA
As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $0.75 price per square foot 1248 W 10th St Model at 1248 W 10th St in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 435 E 27th St Model at 435 E 27th St, Unit 435 starting at $1,300 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Glenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1248 W 10th St | 1248 W 10th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 435 E 27th St, Unit 435 | 435 E 27th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1033 E 28th St, Unit 2 1033 | 1033 E 28th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Lovell Place | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral City, Erie, PA
Ranked #26
Among neighborhoods in Erie, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central City, Erie, PA
Northwest Pa Collegiate Academy
Erie City School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (753)
8 out of 10
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Getting Around the Central City Neighborhood in Erie, PA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 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 Central City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central City is under $1,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central City?
The cheapest apartment in Central City is Lighthouse Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Central City costs $1,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central City?
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 Central City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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