Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $700 (19 Rentals)

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property at 633 E 11th St

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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633 E 11th St

EriePA16503

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Cheapest Available Downtown Erie Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3535 State St1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$750
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Erie, PA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Erie area is the $0.75 price per square foot 819 Cherry St Model at 819 Cherry St, Unit Cherry St. in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Downtown Erie apartment is the 533 E 28th St Model at 533 E 28th St, Unit 533 2nd fl starting at $899 with a $0.68 price per square foot in the Glenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Erie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
819 Cherry St, Unit Cherry St.819 Cherry St3BR,1BA$0.75
533 E 28th St, Unit 533 2nd fl533 E 28th St2BR,1BA$0.68
940 E 28th St, Unit Upstairs940 E 28th St4BR,1BA$0.92
1026 W 30th St, Unit 21026 W 30th St2BR,1BA$0.84
1152 W 27th St, Unit 1st Floor1152 W 27th St2BR,1BA$0.91
711 W 7th St, Unit 711 West 7th 2nd Floor Flat711 W 7th St2BR,1BA$0.93
1035 E 28th St, Unit 10351035 E 28th St2BR,1BA$0.85
540 E 22nd St540 E 22nd St2BR,1BA$0.94
1318 E 9th St, Unit 21318 E 9th St2BR,1BA$0.89
805 Hess Ave805 Hess AveStudio ,1BA$0.89

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Erie

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Erie?

There are currently 215 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $525 to $2,600. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Erie ranging from $775 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Erie?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Erie ranges from $775 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,292.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Erie?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Erie range from $800 to $2,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.