
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Suburban Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (8 Rentals)
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East Suburban Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Suburban Erie?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Suburban Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $750 | $1,455 |
East Suburban Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $670 | $1,785 |
East Suburban Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $595 | $560 | $630 |
East Suburban Erie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $587 | $555 | $620 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Suburban Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available East Suburban Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Suburban Erie area of Erie, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at University Gate priced from $620. Lighthouse Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable East Suburban Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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University Gate | 4 Bed Upgraded | 4BR,2BA | $620 |
Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Arneman Place | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1,251 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Suburban Erie, PA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Suburban Erie area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Apartment Model at Arneman Place in the in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood starting from $1,251. The second greatest value East Suburban Erie apartment is the 3 Bed upgraded Model at University Gate starting at $630 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Suburban Erie apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Arneman Place | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
University Gate | 3 Bed upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $0.62 |
Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Harborcreek Senior Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Suburban Erie, Erie, PA
Ranked #4
Among neighborhoods in Erie, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Suburban Erie, Erie, PA
Iroquois Junior-Senior High School
Harbor Creek Junior High School
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Getting Around the East Suburban Erie Neighborhood in Erie, PA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
7 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Suburban Erie Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Suburban Erie?
The cheapest apartment in East Suburban Erie is Lighthouse Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in East Suburban Erie costs $837.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Suburban 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 8 regular apartments in East Suburban 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 East Suburban Erie?
Cheap apartments in East Suburban Erie have an average cost of $449 which is $388 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Suburban Erie.
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