
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid City Erie Neighborhood of Erie, PA from $500 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mid City Erie area of Erie.

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Mid City Erie, Erie, PA Local Guide

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 | $873 | $800 | $900 |
| Mid City Erie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $750 | $1,200 |
| Mid City Erie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,206 | $750 | $1,500 |
| Mid City Erie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $875 | $1,675 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 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 326w8th priced from $650. The Bowie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Mid City Erie apartments for rent in Erie, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 326w8th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Modern Tool Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City Erie, PA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid City Erie area is the $1.62 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Modern Tool Square in the in the Frontier neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Mid City Erie apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Park Row Apartments starting at $850 with a $1.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Tool Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Bowie Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| 716 Sassafras Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMid City Erie, Erie, PA
Ranked #29
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Mid City Erie Neighborhood in Erie, PA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $950.
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 $850, while the average apartment in Mid City Erie costs $1,300.
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 104 regular apartments in Mid City Erie that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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