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3704 E Lake Rd

105 Water St

19 Lambert Ave

114 1/2 W Walnut St
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2725 Monroe Ave

427 Ash St

49 Mindi Ct

641 W 5th St

1210 W 32nd St

1231 Rankine Ave
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2540 Colonial Ave

639 W 5th St
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 | $1,255 | $985 | $1,600 |
Erie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,511 | $985 | $2,200 |
Erie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,074 | $1,250 | $2,950 |
Erie 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,590 | $1,590 | $1,590 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Erie, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2025Current apartment rentals in the Erie, PA area range in price from $425 to $2,897 with an overall median price of $1,311. The three Erie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Erie at $425, Burton Diehl at $530, and East Suburban Erie at $750. 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 Erie | $943 | $425 | 9 |
Burton Diehl | $950 | $530 | 10 |
East Suburban Erie | $962 | $750 | 7 |
Greater Kahkwa | $1,250 | $700 | 22 |
West Bayfront | $1,250 | $425 | 145 |
South Suburban Erie | $1,275 | $675 | 5 |
Bayfront | $1,300 | $425 | 140 |
Downtown Erie | $1,300 | $425 | 147 |
East Bayfront | $1,300 | $425 | 140 |
East Side Bay Lights | $1,300 | $425 | 127 |
Cheapest Available Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at University Gate priced from $620. Landmark Square Apartments in the Frontier neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. 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 |
Landmark Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom Basement | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Maple Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Erie area is the $0.28 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 $425. The second greatest value Erie apartment is the 446 W 7th St Model at 446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,300 with a $0.87 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. |
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416 E 3rd St, Unit 2nd floor | 416 E 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
446 W 7th St, Unit 1st Floor | 446 W 7th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
1118 W 8th St, Unit First Floor | 1118 W 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
Hudson Lofts | The Nittany | 4BR,4BA | $0.74 |
Arneman Place | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
1158 Brown Ave, Unit 2 | 1158 Brown Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
1033 E 28th St, Unit 2 1033 | 1033 E 28th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
University Gate | 3 Bed upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $0.62 |
1208 W 27th St, Unit 2 | 1208 W 27th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
960 W 16th St, Unit 2 | 960 W 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Erie, PAPopulation: 96,471
Ranked #329
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Northwest Pa Collegiate Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Erie
What type of rentals are currently available in Erie?
There are currently 276 Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $2,897. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie ranging from $890 to $2,950.
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 $890 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,500.
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 $2,897, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $985 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $555.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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