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Erie, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,351 | $775 | $2,200 |
| Erie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,569 | $800 | $2,800 |
| Erie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,685 | $1,815 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Erie, PA
Pricing Updated: 05/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Erie, PA area range in price from $455 to $3,270 with an overall median price of $1,173. The three Erie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Erie at $455, Burton Diehl at $540, and Hammermill at $455. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Erie | $850 | $455 | 17 |
| Burton Diehl | $900 | $540 | 12 |
| Hammermill | $900 | $455 | 45 |
| East Side Bay Lights | $912 | $455 | 49 |
| East Bayfront | $950 | $455 | 55 |
| Central Eastside | $1,025 | $455 | 49 |
| Central City | $1,075 | $455 | 60 |
| St Mary | $1,075 | $455 | 58 |
| Downtown Erie | $1,085 | $455 | 60 |
| Little Italy | $1,085 | $455 | 60 |
Cheapest Available Erie Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Willow Commons Apartments in the East Suburban Erie neighborhood priced from $704. The Bowie Apartments in the Frontier neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $704 |
| The Bowie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Erie 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 Erie apartment is the 547 W 5th St Model at 547 W 5th St, Unit West 5th 547 starting at $1,200 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Frontier 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor | 416 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 547 W 5th St, Unit West 5th 547 | 547 W 5th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 531 E 28th St, Unit 531 | 531 E 28th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Arneman Place | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.72 |
| 801 Hess Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 801 Hess Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 314 East Ave, Unit 314 East | 314 East Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| 2419 Wayne St, Unit 2nd Floor | 2419 Wayne St | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 805 Hess Ave, Unit 2 | 805 Hess Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 612 E 11th St, Unit 1st Floor | 612 E 11th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Erie, PA
Chestnut Hill El School
Millcreek Township School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (365)
8 out of 10
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What type of rentals are currently available in Erie?
There are currently 314 Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $455 to $3,270. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie ranging from $650 to $4,000.
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 $650 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,425.
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 $605 to $2,295, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,815 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
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