
Cheap Homes for Rent in Erie, PA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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2204 Pear St

419 Oregon Ave

2971 W 12th St

1310 Wallace St

923 Chestnut St

407 E 13th St
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612 Hess Ave

2415 Eastern Ave

1102 W 8th St, Unit 1R

2120 Parade St

248 W 3rd St, Unit 248 W 3RD ST SECOND FLOOR

248 W 3rd St, Unit 248 W 3rd St First Floor

3704 E Lake Rd
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722 E 7th St

23 Mindi Ct

1803 Woodlawn Ave

1060 E 24th St

1114 E 25th St

1106 E Lake Rd

1080 Priestley Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,209 | $650 | $2,200 |
| Erie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,538 | $600 | $3,000 |
| Erie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,765 | $1,300 | $3,000 |
| Erie 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Erie, PA
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Erie, PA area range in price from $600 to $3,000 with an overall median price of $1,248. The three Erie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Suburban Erie at $1,050, Burton Diehl at $1,100, and East Erie at $1,100. 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 Suburban Erie | $1,050 | $900 | 3 |
| Burton Diehl | $1,100 | $600 | 13 |
| East Erie | $1,100 | $600 | 7 |
| East Side Bay Lights | $1,100 | $600 | 14 |
| Southeast Erie | $1,100 | $600 | 14 |
| East Bayfront | $1,150 | $850 | 12 |
| Hammermill | $1,150 | $600 | 19 |
| South East Hills | $1,200 | $600 | 13 |
| Central Eastside | $1,245 | $600 | 18 |
| Downtown Erie | $1,245 | $600 | 16 |
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 $744. Carleton Court Apartments in the West Suburban Erie 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 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Carleton Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 3535 State St | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Bowie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Erie area is the $0.81 price per square foot 645 W 8th St Model at 645 W 8th St, Unit 645 West 8th Street in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Erie apartment is the 2903 Hudson Rd Model at 2903 Hudson Rd, Unit 1 starting at $1,195 with a $0.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 645 W 8th St, Unit 645 West 8th Street | 645 W 8th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| 2903 Hudson Rd, Unit 1 | 2903 Hudson Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 819 Cherry St, Unit Cherry St. | 819 Cherry St | 3BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 350 Norman Way, Unit 350 | 350 Norman Way | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 801 Hess Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 801 Hess Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 940 E 28th St, Unit Upstairs | 940 E 28th St | 4BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 2527 Reed St, Unit 2527 | 2527 Reed St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 2435 Taggert St, Unit 2 | 2435 Taggert St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 1318 E 9th St, Unit 2 | 1318 E 9th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Erie?
There are currently 337 Apartments for Rent in Erie, PA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,680. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie ranging from $600 to $3,000.
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 $600 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,408.
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 $2,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
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