658 E 25th St
EriePA16503
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $600 (3 Rentals)
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1026 W 30th St
EriePA16508
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421 W 10th St
EriePA16502
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Central City, Erie, PA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,050 | $900 | $1,200 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,341 | $1,150 | $1,600 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,525 | $1,050 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, PA
As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $0.64 price per square foot 330 Sassafras St Model at 330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 819 Cherry St Model at 819 Cherry St, Unit 819 Cherry St. starting at $950 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Frontier 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330 Sassafras St, Unit 2 | 330 Sassafras St | 3BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| 819 Cherry St, Unit 819 Cherry St. | 819 Cherry St | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 2114 Cherry St, Unit 502 Realty LLC | 2114 Cherry St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Cider Mill Apartments | Renovated 1 BD 1 BA 09 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 125 Parade St, Unit 125 Parade St Appt 2 | 125 Parade St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 167 Apartments for Rent in Central City, PA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,900. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $675 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City ranges from $675 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,147.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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