
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hammermill Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $400 (25 Rentals)
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424 W 8th St, Unit 1

The Bowie Apartments

361 W 22nd St

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322 Wallace St, Unit #2, Unit #2

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612 E 11th St, Unit 1st Floor, Unit 1st Floor
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826 Hess Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

556-58 E 5th St

314 W 21st St, Unit 2nd Floor

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801 Hess Ave, Unit 1st Floor, Unit 1st Floor

627 E 13th St

1048 E 4th St
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314 East Ave, Unit 314 East, Unit 314 East

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St James Manor

326 W 8th St

810 E 21st St

Mid City Towers
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440-444 W 9th St

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1404 E Lake Rd

519-521 E 6th St

426 Huron St
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626 E 23rd St
Hammermill, Erie, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hammermill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammermill Studio Apartments | $814 | $695 | $900 |
| Hammermill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,081 | $455 | $1,876 |
| Hammermill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,035 | $750 | $1,550 |
| Hammermill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $800 | $1,575 |
| Hammermill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
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Cheapest Available Hammermill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hammermill area of Erie, PA is a Studio unit found at The Bowie Apartments priced from $695. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bowie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hammermill, PA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hammermill area is the $0.30 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 $455. The second greatest value Hammermill apartment is the 801 Hess Ave Model at 801 Hess Ave, Unit 1st Floor starting at $800 with a $0.65 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor | 416 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 801 Hess Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 801 Hess Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 531 E 28th St, Unit 531 | 531 E 28th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| 351 W 8th St, Unit #1 Down | 351 W 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1117 E 9th St, Unit 2 | 1117 E 9th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 322 Wallace St, Unit #2 | 322 Wallace St | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 817 Hess Ave, Unit up | 817 Hess Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 612 E 11th St, Unit 1st Floor | 612 E 11th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 826 Hess Ave, Unit 4 | 826 Hess Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHammermill, Erie, PA
Ranked #21
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 Park Row Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Hammermill costs $972.
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