Cheap Homes for Rent in Erie, PA from $700 (16 Rentals)
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1843 W Grandview Blvd, Unit #1 Northwest

533 E 9th St

658 E 25th St

642 W 10th St
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3704 E Lake Rd

535 W 8th St

73 Orchard St

1538 W 45th St
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521 E 8th St

705 Bunker Hill Rd
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641 W 5th St

702 Kahkwa Blvd

703 Kahkwa Blvd

1212 Filmore Ave
Erie, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Erie?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Erie 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,270 | $800 | $2,700 |
Erie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,506 | $900 | $2,500 |
Erie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,933 | $1,495 | $2,450 |
Erie 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Erie, PA
Pricing Updated: 06/12/2025Current apartment rentals in the Erie, PA area range in price from $555 to $10,171 with an overall median price of $1,418. The three Erie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Suburban Erie at $555, East Erie at $700, and Burton Diehl at $555. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Erie Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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East Suburban Erie | $906 | $555 | 14 |
East Erie | $1,115 | $700 | 9 |
Burton Diehl | $1,175 | $555 | 35 |
Bayfront | $1,290 | $595 | 23 |
Frontier | $1,290 | $595 | 21 |
Hammermill | $1,300 | $595 | 36 |
Downtown Erie | $1,350 | $595 | 34 |
East Bayfront | $1,350 | $595 | 29 |
St Mary | $1,350 | $595 | 34 |
West Bayfront | $1,350 | $595 | 24 |
Cheapest Available Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at University Gate in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood priced from $620. Lighthouse Apartments in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie apartments for rent:
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 |
West Ridge Towers | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Shoreline Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie area is the $0.73 price per square foot The Nittany Model at Hudson Lofts in the starting from $1,005. The second greatest value Erie apartment is the Townhouse with Full Basement Model at Lena Court starting at $1,350 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the West Suburban Erie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erie apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hudson Lofts | The Nittany | 4BR,4BA | $0.73 |
Lena Court | Townhouse with Full Basement | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
Arneman Place | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
University Gate | 3 Bed upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $0.62 |
2114 Cherry St, Unit 502 Realty LLC | 2114 Cherry St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Shoreline Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
532 E 22nd St, Unit 2 | 532 E 22nd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
718 Walnut St, Unit 718 Walnut Street Apmt 3 | 718 Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Erie
What type of rentals are currently available in Erie?
There are currently 272 Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $555 to $10,171. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie ranging from $725 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Erie?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Erie ranges from $725 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,475.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Erie?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Erie range from $560 to $2,903, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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