
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid City Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $400 (13 Rentals)
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424 W 8th St, Unit 1

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1601 Liberty St, Unit FrontUp, Unit FrontUp

The Bowie Apartments

3116 Peach St, Unit Apt 2

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322 Wallace St, Unit #2, Unit #2
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457 W 5th St, Unit 2nd Floor, Unit 2nd Floor

16 W 10th St

Boston Store Place Apartments

326 W 8th St

Mid City Towers

Tullio Towers Senior & Disabled Living
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid City Erie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid City Erie Studio Apartments | $816 | $695 | $900 |
| Mid City Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,119 | $645 | $1,725 |
| Mid City Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $675 | $1,818 |
| Mid City Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,072 | $465 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mid City Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA.
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Cheapest Available Mid City Erie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid City Erie 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 Mid City Erie 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 |
| Lighthouse Apartments | 1 bedroom / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City Erie, PA
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid City Erie area is the $0.28 price per square foot 630 E 6th St Model at 630 E 6th St, Unit 2nd flr in the in the Downtown Erie neighborhood starting from $465. The second greatest value Mid City 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 Mid City Erie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 630 E 6th St, Unit 2nd flr | 630 E 6th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 547 W 5th St, Unit West 5th 547 | 547 W 5th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 3611 Maple St, Unit 1st floor | 3611 Maple St | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| 953 W 17th St, Unit Up Stairs B | 953 W 17th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.74 |
| 457 W 5th St, Unit 2nd Floor | 457 W 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 239 W 16th St, Unit 4 | 239 W 16th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| 1129 Brown Ave, Unit # 1 | 1129 Brown Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 1601 Liberty St, Unit FrontUp | 1601 Liberty St | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 2505 Poplar St, Unit 1st Fl | 2505 Poplar St | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 817 Hess Ave, Unit up | 817 Hess Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMid City Erie, Erie, PA
Ranked #22
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid City Erie Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mid City Erie?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mid City Erie is under $825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mid City Erie?
The cheapest apartment in Mid City Erie is Park Row Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Mid City Erie costs $970.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mid City Erie?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 22 regular apartments in Mid City Erie that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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