Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hammermill Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (35 Rentals)

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St James Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St James Manor

2611 Pearl AveErie, PA 16510
Senior Living
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Mid City Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mid City Towers

12 E Ninth StErie, PA 16501
Senior Living
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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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Plymouth Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Plymouth Apartments

604-608 Chestnut StErie, PA 16502
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326w8th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

326w8th

326 W 8th StErie, PA 16502
Student Housing

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Highpoint Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highpoint Towers

2314 Sassafras StErie, PA 16502
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403w9th
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

403w9th

403 W 9th StErie, PA 16502
Student Housing
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Hammermill, Erie, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hammermill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hammermill area of Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lighthouse Apartments priced from $750. Park Row Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Hammermill apartments for rent in Erie, PA:

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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hammermill, PA

As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hammermill area is the $0.90 price per square foot 2529 Reed St Model at 2529 Reed St, Unit 2529 in the in the Glenwood neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Hammermill apartment is the 312 Chautauqua Blvd Model at 312 Chautauqua Blvd, Unit 312 starting at $1,200 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hammermill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2529 Reed St, Unit 25292529 Reed St2BR,2BA$0.90
312 Chautauqua Blvd, Unit 312312 Chautauqua Blvd3BR,1BA$1.04
423 E 16th St, Unit 2423 E 16th St2BR,1BA$0.80
548 E 7th St, Unit 548548 E 7th St2BR,1BA$0.89
725 Chestnut St, Unit 7725 Chestnut St2BR,1BA$1.09
820 Wayne St, Unit 2820 Wayne St2BR,1BA$1.06
923 Walnut St, Unit 3923 Walnut St2BR,1BA$0.94
526 E 22nd St, Unit 2526 E 22nd St2BR,1BA$0.87
1436 E 9th St, Unit 21436 E 9th St2BR,1BA$1.05
Park Row Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hammermill, Erie, PA

Ranked #20

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hammermill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hammermill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hammermill is under $900.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hammermill?

The cheapest apartment in Hammermill is Lighthouse Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Hammermill costs $2,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hammermill?

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 104 regular apartments in Hammermill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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!