Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Bay Lights Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (43 Rentals)

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238 W 6th St

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326w8th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

326w8th

326 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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Mid City Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mid City Towers

12 E Ninth StErie, PA 16501
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440-444 W 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

440-444 W 9th St

440-444 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
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301w8th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

301w8th

301 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
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403w9th
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

403w9th

403 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
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East Side Bay Lights, Erie, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Bay Lights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side Bay Lights area of Erie, PA is a Studio unit found at 326w8th priced from $650. Lighthouse Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable East Side Bay Lights apartments for rent in Erie, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
326w8thStudioStudio,1BA$650
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The Bowie ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
716 Sassafras Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Bay Lights, PA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side Bay Lights area is the $0.77 price per square foot 916 W 9th St Model at 916 W 9th St, Unit West in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value East Side Bay Lights apartment is the 731 E 28th St Model at 731 E 28th St, Unit 1 starting at $850 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Glenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side Bay Lights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
916 W 9th St, Unit West916 W 9th St2BR,1BA$0.77
731 E 28th St, Unit 1731 E 28th St2BR,1BA$0.77
721 E 24th St, Unit 2nd Floor721 E 24th St2BR,1BA$0.89
2628 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Upstairs2628 Pennsylvania Ave3BR,1BA$1.22
817 Hess Ave, Unit up817 Hess Ave2BR,1BA$1.03
Lovell Place1B1B1BR,1BA$1.18
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.13
516 E 22nd St, Unit 2516 E 22nd St2BR,1BA$0.93
457 W 8th St, Unit 1st floor front #1457 W 8th St1BR,1BA$1.07
Lighthouse Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side Bay Lights, Erie, PA

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East Side Bay Lights Neighborhood in Erie, PA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 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 East Side Bay Lights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side Bay Lights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side Bay Lights is at 326w8th listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Bay Lights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Bay Lights Apartment is $750 at Lighthouse Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Bay Lights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side Bay Lights is starting from $1,316 at Lovell Place.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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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