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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $400 (22 Rentals)
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$5301 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
545 E. 22nd St., Unit 1st floor rear
545 E. 22nd St.Erie, PA 16503
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446-450 W 9th St
EriePA16502
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$6001 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
312 W 21st St, Unit 2nd Floor Rear 1 Bedroom
312 W 21st StErie, PA 16502
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4025 Old French Rd
EriePA16504
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$700 - $1,3001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Landmark Square Apartments
1424 W 10th StErie, PA 16502
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Plymouth Apartments
604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
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$800 - $1,050Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Bowie Apartments
16 W 10th StErie, PA 16501
620 E 6th St
EriePA16507
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Downtown Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Erie Studio Apartments | $867 | $800 | $900 |
| Downtown Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $986 | $425 | $1,950 |
| Downtown Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $700 | $2,004 |
| Downtown Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $950 | $3,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Erie Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Erie area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Landmark Square Apartments priced from $700. Lighthouse Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Basement | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Erie, PA
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Erie area is the $0.28 price per square foot 416 E 3rd St Model at 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Downtown Erie neighborhood starting from $425. The second greatest value Downtown Erie apartment is the 446 W 7th St Model at 446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,300 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Frontier neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Erie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor | 416 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor | 446 W 7th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 1118 W 8th St, Unit First Floor | 1118 W 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 1158 Brown Ave, Unit 2 | 1158 Brown Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 3847 Old French Rd, Unit 3847 Old French rd | 3847 Old French Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 1208 W 27th St, Unit 2 | 1208 W 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 960 W 16th St, Unit 2 | 960 W 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 546 E 22nd St, Unit 2 | 546 E 22nd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Erie Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Erie?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Erie is under $850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Erie?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Erie is Landmark Square Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Downtown Erie costs $1,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Erie?
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 115 regular apartments in Downtown Erie that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Erie?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Erie have an average cost of $373 which is $927 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Erie.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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